FdSc/HNC Electronics & Computer Technology
| UCAS Code: | Start Date | Location | Costs: | Enquire | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 10/09/2012 | North Road | £0 |
This programme brings together interfacing technologies that will combine both computing and electronics. The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to design both hardware and software applications in electronics.
It focuses on the design of microelectronic and computer-based intelligent systems and combines computing, software engineering and electronic circuits and systems to computers and other microproccesor based equipment.
The course has extensive hands-on activities and project work. Industry specific skills are developed including project development, use of use of UML and software programming.
HNC - Level C (a minumum of 2 years and a maximum of 3 years)
- Analytical Methods and Principles
- Computer Technology
- Electronic Systems
- Fault Location Techniques
- Programming Techniques
- Project 1
- Work Based Unit 1
FdSc Level I (a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 3 years)
- Data Communications
- Electronic and Interfacing Techniques
- Object Oriented Programming
- Practical Networking
- Programmable Devices
- Project 2
HNC
• 4 GCSE passes at grade C mininum to include, Maths and English, or equivalent qualification
• At least one full A level at grade C or above, or equivalent
• Subject related Level 3 Advanced Diploma may be considered
• Mature students will be considered and should have good literacy and numeracy skills appropriate to the programme, a good understanding of computing and an aptitude for technical work
(Indicative Tariff points 80 from a relevant subject, full A level)
FdSc
- 120 Level C credits from an HNC in an appropriate discipline
Preferred subjects: Electronics, Physics, Computing and Maths.
IELTS Statement
If English is not your first language, a minimum IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, or TOEFL 550 (paper based), or TOEFL 80 (internet based) is normally required.
Venue: The course is delivered at The College's North Road campus, Poole
If English is not your first language, a minimum IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, or TOEFL 550 (paper based), or TOEFL 80 (internet based) is normally required.
A telephone interview may also be necessary.
There is a possibility to study further units for a Foundation Degree progression. Direct entry onto the second year, third year, or final year of an appropriate Honours degree would be considered on an individual basis. For more information, please refer to careers guidance/course specific details on The College's Higher Education website: www.thecollege.co.ukhigher-education/careers-guide.
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