BTEC Level 4 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Course in Radstock

Cost£3,500
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

£3,500 if you're not eligible for free funding. Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Bath College for more info.

About this course

BTEC Level 4 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Course in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus, one day per week over 36 weeks each year. Funding may be available for some learners. Contact the college to find out what applies to you.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC electrical and electronic engineering qualification covers both electrical and mechanical units. You'll study topics that meet current industry requirements. The course runs part-time over two years, making it manageable alongside work. Many learners attend on day release from their employer.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Who this course is for

Bath College offers Higher National Certificate in General, Mechanical and Electrical and Electronic Engineering courses. These part-time two-year courses are delivered over one day per week for 36 weeks making it suitable for those employed in industry who are permitted day release for study. The Electrical and Electronic Engineering is a course for those seeking a formal qualification which provides a mix of mechanical and electrical units to satisfy todays industrial requirements.

Entry requirements

The HNC requires 96 UCAS points via A-levels or Level 3 AME / Diploma or any other suitable qualification. Merits are required in the following BTEC Level 3 Units: RQF/ NQF 2016 Unit 1 Engineering Principles / Unit 7. Calculus to solve engineering problems / Unit 8. Further engineering mathematics. Or QCF 2010 Unit 4. Mathematics for engineering technicians / Unit 28.Further mathematics for engineering technicians. GCSE English and M...- see website for more details

What you will learn

  • You'll study electrical principles and how they apply in engineering practice.
  • You'll develop your understanding of electronic systems and circuits.
  • You'll apply mathematics to solve engineering problems.
  • You'll explore mechanical engineering principles alongside electrical units.
  • You'll analyse engineering data and interpret technical information.
  • You'll develop skills in fault-finding and maintenance of electrical systems.

How you will learn

Classes run one day per week at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions, practical work, and assignments. Assessment is through coursework and unit assignments rather than formal exams. Your work is assessed against Pearson Edexcel standards throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical Engineer, designs and maintains electrical systems across industry.
  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers on technical projects and installations.
  • Maintenance Engineer, keeps electrical and mechanical equipment running safely.
  • Electrical Design Engineer, produces technical drawings and specifications.
  • Control Systems Engineer, works on automated and electronic control systems.
  • Field Service Engineer, installs and services electrical equipment on site.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the natural next step after this HNC and a route toward a full honours degree.
  • BEng in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, a degree-level qualification for those wanting to become a Chartered Engineer.
  • Apprenticeship at Level 4 or above, combining further study with structured workplace training in engineering.

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