Course - BTEC First Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)
Academic titleBTEC First Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)
Course descriptionDuration of course:
15 hours per week for 36 weeks.
What does it include?
Three core units:
-Applied Science and Mathematics for Technicians
-Working Practices
-Electronic Fundamentals
- And three specialist units:
-PC Configuration Fundamentals
-Introduction to Digital Networks
-Electronic Circuit Construction and Testing
Students are also offered Basic Skills Level 2 in Communication, Numeracy and IT.
How will I be assessed?
Units are assessed through assignments and formal tests and graded and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded.
What do I need to get on to it?
You will normally need one of the following:
-A GNVQ Foundation in Engineering
-Appropriate GCSEs (normally at least four passes at grade D or above) including Science, Mathematics and English
-Appropriate knowledge and/or experienced gained in employment