Level 5 BTEC HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, full-time during the day. Fees are £5,000 per year, though financial support may be available for eligible learners. This is a one-year top-up course for those who have already completed the Pearson Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England. The btec hnd electrical and electronic engineering qualification covers electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing, and fault finding at higher technician level. It prepares you for employment in the sector or progression to degree-level study.
Who this course is for
This course offers study over a range of modules to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment or further education at degree level. The course is for students wanting to progress their career in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. The course is for higher technicians in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. The course can be studied over three years or as a one year top-up on completion of the Higher National Certificate (Electrical and Electronic Engineering). This programme is validated by Pearson. These are Higher Technical Qualifications which have been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. This programme is IoT (Institute of Technology) recognised, guaranteeing you outstanding technical training. For information on regulations, fee information, refunds and payment details including annual increases, and our accessibility statements please see our Essential Information page.
Entry requirements
You must have achieved a Pearson Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England prior to commencing this progression qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic design principles.
You'll apply skills in manufacture and production processes for electrical systems.
You'll carry out maintenance procedures on electrical and electronic equipment.
You'll use testing and fault-finding techniques on complex systems.
You'll analyse engineering problems and evaluate technical solutions.
You'll build the technical understanding needed for higher technician roles in the sector.
How you will learn
You'll study through classroom-based sessions at Middlesbrough College, full-time during the day. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and project work across the course modules. Each module is assessed separately, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical design engineer, working on circuit and systems design
Electronics engineer, developing and testing electronic components
Electrical maintenance technician, keeping systems running safely
Test and commissioning engineer, verifying electrical installations
Fault-finding technician, diagnosing faults in electronic equipment
