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Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Level 3
Cheltenham
Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
Ideal if you want to gain a broad understanding of electronic engineering.
You’ll learn electrical and electronic principles, maths, measurement, testing, microelectronic systems, health and safety, principles and the application of electronic circuits.
Expect to prepare for employment by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies provides you with a solid base on which to build in preparation for your exciting journey in becoming a qualified Engineer. It enables you to gain an industry recognised technical qualification. It is equivalent to 1.5 or 3 A levels and accredits UCAS points. With your sound understanding of the technical aspects of Electrical and Electronic Engineering you can progress on to higher level qualifications such as an HNC/D and/or a University Degree. When achieved who knows where it may take you…..
The course is delivered in our well-equipped labs, a great place to learn. The subjects studied will give you a very good grounding and are delivered in both a theoretical and practical way. The equipment used in the labs is industry standard and most of the software/simulation packages are the same as those used in industry.
You’ll study a range of topics including Electrical and Electronic Principles, Measurement and Testing, Maths for Engineers, Microelectronic Systems, Health and Safety, Principles and Applications of Electronic Circuits and Devices, and Programmable Logic Devices to name a few. You will also gain some practical soldering skills and learn valuable circuit building and testing skills.
In the past we have had both Bronze and Silver award winners at World Skills UK in the Industrial Electronics competition
Will you be our first Gold medal winner?
The course is designed to give you a good, solid understanding of this exciting engineering discipline alongside the skills and knowledge you’ll need to progress onto further, more in-depth, higher level study and/or employment in the industry.
You will complete assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. We have fantastic links to local industries and will help you to gain useful work experience.
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Typical Entry Criteria
Four GCSE subjects at Grade 4 and above and GCSE Math at Grade 5
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.
For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.
All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
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You can progress on to higher education at Gloucestershire College, including HNC/HND and Foundation Degree options, university or employment.
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Engineering covers a wide range of careers and exciting job opportunities. You could work in communications, electrical or electronic engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, medical technology, power systems and transport – to name a few!
Studying engineering at Gloucestershire College not only gives you the opportunity to get career-focused qualifications, but you’ll also have access to some of the best facilities available, which are vital to support study in this technology-based field.
Engineering is a key sector in Gloucestershire, so you’ll get excellent opportunities for work experience with our employer partners. You’ll also be in a great position to progress on to a range of higher apprenticeships, trailblazer degree programmes and foundation degrees that are validated by the University of the West of England, and delivered by the College at our Gloucester Campus.
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