Level 5 BTEC HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus, one day per week over 36 weeks. Funding may be available for some learners; contact the college to find out what applies to you. This part-time daytime schedule makes it possible to keep working while you study. The course builds on an HNC Engineering qualification, taking your technical knowledge and skills to a higher level. It's directly relevant to professional engineering work, so what you learn applies straight away.
Who this course is for
Bath College offers Higher National Diploma (HND) in General, Mechanical and Electrical and Electronic Engineering courses. The HND is for those seeking to develop their knowledge and skills and build on their Level 4 HNC qualification with further academic study. Studied over one years, the course content is directly relevant to the profession to enable students to make an immediate or on-going difference in employment. These courses are delivered over one day per week for 36 weeks making it suitable for those employed in industry who are permitted day release. 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
HNC Engineering or equivalent qualifications with Grade C/4 GCSE Maths and English. Mature students will be considered individually and are encouraged to apply.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering principles.
You'll apply engineering analysis to solve complex technical problems.
You'll study circuit design, power systems, and electronic devices at a higher level.
You'll explore engineering project management and professional practice.
You'll build skills in using industry-relevant tools and technical methods.
You'll develop your ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
How you will learn
Classes run in person at Bath College Somer Valley Campus, one day per week. Assessment on BTEC HND programmes is assignment-based. You'll complete written assignments, practical tasks, and project work throughout the year. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Your work is assessed against set criteria, and you'll receive feedback to help you improve as you progress.
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, designing and testing electrical systems
Electronics engineer, developing circuits and electronic components
Control systems engineer, working with automation and process control
Power systems engineer, working in energy generation or distribution
Instrumentation engineer, maintaining and calibrating technical equipment
Electrical project engineer, managing engineering projects on site
Graduate engineer, entering a structured engineering development programme
What you could study next
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering: a full honours degree, often available as a top-up year for HND holders at many universities.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status: a professional registration with the IET or similar body, typically pursued after gaining degree-level qualifications and relevant work experience.
Level 6 or 7 postgraduate engineering qualifications: for those moving into specialist or management roles within the sector.
