Electronic and Communications Engineering (BEng Hons - Single)

Overview

The course aims to provide students with expertise in the fields of electronic and communications engineering. It emphasises all aspects of electronic design, development and maintenance along with those of communications systems. One of the main strengths of the course is the practical aspect, allowing the students to develop hands-on competence and expertise. The course also aims to develop interpersonal, team working and IT skills and build up commercial, ethical and environmental awareness.

Faculty of Computing

www.londonmet.ac.uk/depts/cctm/

Course contents

Three levels, each of 120 credits.

Level 1 topics include:

• Electrical Principles
• Communications Engineering
• Electronic Systems
• Engineering Mathematics

Level 2 topics include:

• Communications Systems
• Signals and Systems
• Microprocessors and Computer Organisation
• Advanced Electronic Systems
• Engineering Management & Ethics

Level 3 topics include:

• Engineering Project
• Microwave and Optical Communications
• Mobile and Wireless Communications
• DSP Applications
• Embedded Systems and Interfacing
• Digital System Applications
• Control Systems

Assessment

You are assessed via coursework reports, case studies, individual and group research assignments, written and laboratory-based examinations and a final Engineering project / dissertation with regular supportive feedback.

Professional accreditation/exemption

The course was initially accredited by IEE (currently known as IET) and in the latest visits in October 2010, subject to conditions; the course has maintained its IET accreditation which contributes towards satisfying the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Student members will be automatically transferred to the class of Member of the IET (MIET) after graduation. Chartered Engineer is awarded after further studies (for example an MSc) and a number of years in a responsible position.

Careers

Spectacular advances in the field of Electronic and Communications Engineering have made a huge impact on modern life. Good electronic and communications engineers are in very high demand in industries such as those focussing on satellite, fibre optic, mobile and data communications or multinational electronics and communications companies who design, develop, install and maintain electronic and communications systems. Examples of careers include Electronic Hardware Design/Test/Process Engineer/Developer. Also, Mobile/Broadcasting/Wireless/Wired Telecommunications Architect/Designer/Developer/Manager/Consultant as well as in Telecommunications Services. The programme is also excellent preparation for further research or study.

The Faculty of Computing's World of Work (WoW) Agency offers opportunities to enhance employability skills, gain real experience and 'earn while you learn' through placements into real client-driven projects - working with business and industry.

Student profiles

'...the engineering content and hands on laboratory involvement, along with the clear delivery and supervision, with open door policy exercised by the academic staff, have really reassured me that coming to London Met was the right thing to do!'

Applying and entry

Sept full-time: apply through UCAS
Sept part-time, Feb 2013 full/part-time: apply direct to the University - contact Admissions for an application form.

Entry requirements

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above, or Higher Diploma (or equivalent), plus one of the following:

• a minimum of 220 points, of which at least 120 must be from a relevant area, from two or more A2/Vocational 6-unit awards, one of which must be Mathematics and the other Physics, Electronics or Engineering;
• or a minimum of 220 points, of which at least 120 must be from a relevant area, from a Vocational 12-unit award in Engineering;
• or a minimum of 220 points, of which at least 120 must be from a relevant area, from a BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or relevant subject area with at least MPP, Mathematics must be passed with a Merit grade.

Further information

Please contact the Admissions Office:
Tel: +44(0)20 7133 4202
Fax: +44(0)20 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk
or for further academic questions, contact Dr Anoosh Nabijou - h.nabijou@londonmet.ac.uk