HNC in Electrical And Electronic Engineering (Full-time)

Course Specification

HTQ: Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Technology

This course is currently being review and aligned with the new HTQ standards. Content may change when the HTQ approval is provided.

The world of engineering is dynamic and ever evolving. The Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is designed for students who wish to further develop or pursue a career in the engineering field.

In addition to providing the skills, knowledge, and techniques that underpin the sector, Pearson BTEC Higher National Qualifications grant students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector, preparing you for employment, progression within your employment, or further study.

This course is ideal for people who want to build strong foundations to forge a successful career in the engineering sector.

Entry requirements could include a BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering; a GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject, (this profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* to C and/or 9 to 4), or other related Level 3 qualifications.

Entry to the course may also be available through related work experience.

The programme is comprised of a diverse range of modules that will equip you with the underpinning knowledge needed for a wide range of engineering careers, or to further develop your current career.

There are eight separate units of study. Each unit has a value of 15 credits.

• Engineering Design
• Engineering Maths
• Engineering Science
• Electrical & Electronic Principles
• Electronic Circuits & Devices
• Quality & Process Improvement
• Digital Principles
• Managing a Professional Engineering Project

You will be required to achieve a minimum of 120 credits (of which at least 65 must be level 4) during your programme of learning to be awarded a Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC.

Your work will be continually assessed throughout the course, with feedback provided on all work submitted. Assessment type will differ depending on which module is being assessed, including assignments, practical experiments, logbooks, and presentations. The course specification (Course Specification HNC Electrical & Electronic Engineering HTML (scg.ac.uk)) includes additional information on assessments.

This full-time HNC is a 1-year programme. You will be required to attend college for two days a week (Wednesdays and Thursdays). The academic year is split into three terms over 30 weeks. You will be required to undertake an informal interview prior to enrolment. There are no concessions.

The college works hard to make university level study as easy and exciting as possible. This includes living away from home. If you require student accommodation, it is now available in the centre of Shrewsbury: Student accommodation | Shropshire Council

The successful completion of this course will help you progress within the electrical industry. This course offers many potential career options including robotic programmer, control systems engineer, electronic maintenance engineer, or power/renewable power engineer. 

You can apply online by clicking the apply button above, where you will need to create an account as a new user. If after reading this fact sheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.