Electronic engineering
Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (National Award)
Two-year vocational (equivalent to one A-level)
This award will provide you with some detailed background knowledge of electronics by studying six carefully selected units. It is designed to supplement other science and technology programmes and will also have relevance for those studying computing or music technology incorporating sound engineering.
Required qualifications
Five or more A*-C grades at GCSE including English language and maths.
What will I study?
The course will focus on:
- electrical and electronic principles
- electrical health and safety
- communication for technicians
- micro-processor systems and applications
- electronic measurement and testing
- principles and applications of electronic devices and circuits.
On the course you will:
- construct and test simple electronic circuits
- learn about their operation
- discover the importance of micro-electronic devices
- build a portfolio of work
- develop your technical skills.
Method of assessment
You will be assessed internally by assignments, projects and coursework. You will also do in-class assignments to test specific skills and knowledge and your practical work will be observed.
What will I be able to progress to?
This subject combines well with all technology and science-based subjects. This is an ideal programme if you intend to study science, design or technology courses at university, but you may wish to use the skills that you have developed in a number of other ways including employment or an alternative degree subject.
Other information
Please note that you need to study this course for a full two years to gain the qualification.