- Location
- Anniesland Campus
- SCQF Level
- 7
- Start Date
- 28 Aug 2023
- Qualification Type
- HNC
- Course Type
- Evening
- Duration
- 2 Years (evening)
Applications open January 2024
This HNC Electrical Engineering course is ideal if you already work in the engineering sector and would like to develop your existing skills to a higher level.
If you are considering a career in electrical engineering then this course can help you begin to achieve your goals, whether that be for career progression, or advancement to further study on our HND Electrical Engineering course or eventually obtaining a degree. As a result of Industry 4.0 electrical engineers are in demand for innovative roles in design, robotics and automation. If you enjoy the human skills of problem-solving and are solution-focused, then with our help you can become an innovative future-ready engineer.
What will I learn?
In this HNC Electrical Engineering course, you will complete a variety of units such as:
- Electrical machine principles
- Applications of programmable logic controllers
- DC and AC principles
- Application of electrical and electronic instruments
- Three phase systems
- Electricity power systems
- Electrical safety
- Electrical networks and resonance
- Engineering mathematics 1
- Communication
- Electrical Engineering Graded Unit 1 examination
Entry requirements (minimum)
- Minimum of one Higher, or equivalent, from English, Mathematics or Physics
(Please note: Higher Applications of Maths is not the equivalent of Higher Mathematics); OR - NC Electrical Engineering at Level 6; OR
- We will consider your application if you have relevant experience but no formal qualifications
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If English is not your first language, then a level 6 ESOL qualification would be required, due to the technical demands of the subject
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Those applying to the Day Release/Evening course should be employed in a relevant industrial role.
Entry requirement equivalency table
If you do not meet the entry criteria for your chosen course, you may be offered an alternative course in the same subject area.
Employer and industry links
We have a renowned reputation for engineering, supported by cutting-edge technology, highly qualified and experienced staff. If you are considering a career in electrical engineering then our course can begin to help you achieve your goals, whether that be career progression, advancement to our HND Electrical Engineering course or eventually obtaining a degree
We work in partnership with a large number of small, medium and large employers and are seen as the engineering college of choice within the Greater Glasgow area. Due to our excellent links, the College is continually at the forefront of technological advances with investment in our engineering facilities which provide students with a world-class learning experience.
Articulation Routes
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU)
Entry to year 2 GCU Programme - BEng (Hons) Electrical Power Engineering with a 'B' grade in the HNC Electrical Engineering graded unit.
Jobs and further study
- You may progress to HND Electrical Engineering if you successfully complete this course with a Graded Unit 1 result of B or above
- You will have the potential to apply for part-time engineering degree programmes at various universities, such as Glasgow Caledonian University, Edinburgh Napier University, University of the West of Scotland and the Open University.
Making an application
For courses starting in August, you can make up to two applications.
Applications are made to a course and a first choice of campus. If the course is oversubscribed at your first choice you will be automatically considered for alternative sites and may be made an offer without a further application.
I've applied — what happens next?
When you apply
You will receive an automated email confirming that we have received your application (remember to check your junk/SPAM folder if you do not hear from us).
Once you have accepted your offer, you will be sent further information such as student funding, joining instructions and an induction date.
You will be invited to our open day where you can meet with the staff and existing students and you will also be given a tour of the campus.
Discover what the course is like
Tuition Fees For Part-time Courses (Including Evenings)
Having attended the Cardonald campus 14 years previously to study for my electrical apprenticeship, I was already fully aware of the standard of lecturer
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