Entry requirementsSelected entry requirements English language: GCSE English grade C GCE O-Level English Language grade C IELTS 6.0 with no sub test less than 5.0 TOEFL 550 (TWE of 5), Computer Based 213 (TWE of 5), Internet Based 79 (Minimum of 19/30 in each component). English First Language or English Second Language (Cambridge IGCSE) grade C Certificate of Proficiency in English or Certificate in Advanced English (Cambridge ESOL) grade C If you do not currently have an English Language qualification at the required level then it may be possible to arrange a pre-sessional course. For more information on the pre-sessional English language courses please visit the Universities Language Centre website. A level: ABB including Maths & Physics or Electronics. GCSE: C English Language & Maths. International baccalaureate: 33 points overall, including 6 points in Mathematics and 5 points in Physics at Higher level. Additional entry requirements Additional entry requirements exist for this course. You may view these by selecting from the list below.
Academic titleBEng Electronic Systems Engineering
Course descriptionCourse description
The average home contains around 200 embedded computing systems. We use them and rely on them, but what are they? The PC is a computing system, with which we interact through a keyboard, mouse and VDU. As users, we can program the PC and direct it to perform a whole range of applications. In an embedded computing system the microprocessor is integrated into the product and pre-programmed to carry out a dedicated control task.
Engine management systems, MP3 players, mobile phones, audio signal processing and TV remote controls are all examples of embedded computer systems. The Electronic Systems Engineering programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to design such systems.
Special features
-There is a common first year and the opportunity to transfer between the programmes offered by the School
-You will be allocated a Personal Tutor
-Microcontroller/Embedded Systems Project
Course content for year 1
Circuit Analysis, Communication Systems, Digital System Design I, Electromagnetic Fields, Electronic Circuit Design I, Electronic Materials and Devices, Energy Transport and Conversion, Engineering Mathematics I, Engineering Mathematics II, Java Programming, Measurements and Errors, Microcomputer Engineering I, Microcontroller Project
Course content for year 2
Microcomputer Engineering II, Embedded Systems Project, Digital Systems Design II, Data Networking, Electronic Circuit Design II, Microelectronic Components, Signals & Systems, Transmission Lines and EM Waves, Control Systems I, Communication Principles, Software Engineering, Engineering Mathematics III
Course content for year 3
Optoelectronic Devices and Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Individual Project, Sensors and Actuators, Computer Systems Architecture, Sensors and Instrumentation, Digital Communications, Analogue Circuits and Systems, Systems Engineering, VLSI Circuit Design, Concurrent Systems, Design and Implementation of VLSI Systems, Mechatronic Analysis and Design, Real Time Systems, Mobile Radio and Wireless Communications, Distributed Systems and Internet Technology, Tools and Techniques for Enterprise.
Career opportunities
Java, Digital Systems, C/C++, Consumer Electronics, Technical Sales, Avionics, Banking & Commerce, Technical Author, Postgraduate Study, Wireless Networks, Security & Surveillance, Power Network Management, Sustainable Energy, Power Distribution, Consumer Electronic, Power Conversion, Automotive Electronics, Power Electronics, Process Engineering.
You will also acquire key skills such as logical thinking, team working, report writing, analytical and presentation skills, programming and a high level of numeracy
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