Electrical and Electronics

204 MCAST PROSPECTUS 2013/14

An apprenticeship with Methode Electronics Malta Ltd.

205MCAST PROSPECTUS 2013/14

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The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering provides training opportunities to individuals aspiring for careers in some of the most important sectors of the Maltese economy. Our courses range from introductory certificates to Bachelor of Engineering degrees. Engineering subject areas include Electrical, Electronics, Renewable Energy, Computer Engineering, Microelectronics, Electronic Communications, Biomedical and Control. We strive to offer the best learning environment with state-of-the-art equipment, laboratories and highly trained staff, while continuously updating our courses to keep abreast of new technologies and the ever changing needs of industry.

MCAST Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032

00356 2398 7700

00356 2398 7740

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Director: Mr John SciberrasDeputy Director: Mr Kenny Muscat

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Page Course Code Course Title212 13/03/01 MCAST Introductory Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Level 1*

214 13/03/02 MCAST Foundation Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Level 2*

216 13/03/03 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) (C&G 2365) - Level 3217 13/03/04 MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)

219 13/03/05A Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) (C&G 2365) - Level 4220 13/03/06A MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering - Level 4*221 13/03/07A MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies - Level 4*222 13/03/08A MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics - Level 4*223 13/03/09A MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

225 13/03/10 MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering226 13/03/11 MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering227 13/03/12 MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

229 13/03/13 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering 13/03/18 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering230 13/03/14 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics Engineering 13/03/19 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics Engineering232 13/03/15 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronic Communications233 13/03/16 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generation and Renewables234 13/03/17 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

All Levels are based on the Malta Qualifications Framework. Refer to the last page of this Prospectus for further details.Il-Livelli huma bbaΩati fuq il-Qafas g˙all-Kwalifiki ta’ Malta. Aktar dettalji jinsabu fl-a˙˙ar pa©na ta’ dan il-Prospett.

* Provisionally classified at this level by the Malta Qualifications Council.ProviΩorjament klassifikat f’dan il-livell mill-Kunsill Malti g˙all-Kwalifiki.

MCAST reserves the right to effect changes to the contents of programmes according to changing needs and circumstances.L-MCAST jirriΩerva d-dritt li jag˙mel tibdil fil-kontenut tal-programmi skond il-˙tie©a u ç-çirkostanzi.

LIST OF COURSESMQF LEVEL

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“Biomedical engineering combines engineering and human biology to develop engineering technologies that help improve patients’ lives. Our lecturers guided us through practical examples of how different technologies can be applied to real scenarios and through hands-on sessions in laboratories. These experiences helped me to swiftly adapt to the responsibilities of my job.”

Maria Victoria BezzinaBachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering,Research and DevelopmentEngineer at Baxter Ltd.


“Gadgets and anything that includes electronic components always intrigued me. The practical aspect of my studies in computer engineering involves building and testing different electronic circuits. These activities are providing me with the experience I need to secure a good job in this sector.”

Matthew EllulFirst year student, MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering


“At work, I am regularly tasked with providing solutions to problems that involve different electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering aspects. MCAST provided me with the ideal environment to get used to these three fields by putting theory to practice and subsequently discussing the results, and mistakes,with my tutors.”

Nigel VellaBachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generation and Renewables,Maintenance Engineer atST Microelectronics


“My course at MCAST includes an apprenticeship. Twice a week I don’t go to lectures but report for work at an electronics company. Through this training I improved my technical skills and learnt more about the different career opportunities in electronic engineering.”

Shana Kirsty AtkinsThird year student,MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics


MCAST INTRODUCTORy CERTIFICATE IN ELECTRICALAND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING - LEVEL 1

13/03/01

AWARDING BODy: MCAST more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130301

Course duration: 1 year full-time

Fees: Not applicable

Entry requirements:FiNished Compulsory eduCatioN

Other entry requirements:initial assessment testsa medical certificate for colour blindnessis a necessary requirement to attend the course.

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. Carry out simple engineering

calculations2. understand the underlying principles

and applications of basic electrical and electronic components

3. Construct and test simple electronic circuits

4. Communicate using verbal, written and iCt methods.

this is a one-year programme designed to provide an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the school leaving Certificate to experience the vocational field of electrical and electronic engineering.

the course will assist you to develop technical skills in basic electrical, electronics and it. the vocational component covers basic tool handling procedures, soldering techniques and simple electrical and electronic circuit construction.

you shall note that the programme also includes a significant amount of essential key skills, among which maltese, english and mathematics, without which it will not be possible to progress on any vocational course which mCast offers.

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dan huwa programm ta’ sena li huwa maħsub biex jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk l-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-Certifikat tat-tmiem tal-iskola sekondarja biex jesperjenzaw il-qasam vokazzjonali tal-inġinerija elettrika u elettronika.

il-kors ser jgħinek tiżviluppa għadd ta’ ħiliet tekniċi ta’ natura bażika fl-elettriku, l-elettronika u l-it. il-parti vokazzjonali tinkludi proċeduri bl-għodda bażika, xogħol ta’ ssaldjar u l-bini ta’ ċirkwiti elettriċi u elettroniċi sempliċi.

innota li l-programm jinkludi ammont sinifikanti ta’ ħiliet essenzjali, fosthom il-malti, l-ingliż u l-matematika, li mingħajrhom ma tkun tista’ timxi ’l quddiem fl-ebda wieħed mill-korsijiet vokazzjonali li l-mCast joffri.


Training in green energy technologies usingelectronic models


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2MCAST FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN ELECTRICALAND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING - LEVEL 2

13/03/02

AWARDING BODy: MCAST more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130302



Entry requirements:FiNished Compulsory eduCatioNormCast iNtroduCtory CertiFiCate

Other entry requirements:initial assessment tests

a medical certificate for colour blindness is a necessary requirement to attend the course.

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. use basic mathematical and scientific

principles to solve basic engineering problems

2. understand the basic principles and applications of a range of electrical/electronic components

3. Construct and test a range of simple electrical or electronic circuits

4. apply key competences to a range of actions within a contextualised environment in electrical and electronic engineering.

the programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the school leaving Certificate to follow a programme of study in an area which is close to their interests, while improving their key skills.

the course is designed for those who need an understanding of electrical/electronic fundamentals and principles. you will thus be given the opportunity to develop the basic vocational skills required to further your studies in the electrical and electronic sector. you will be expected to strengthen your knowledge in key skills.

students who apply to join a vocational Foundation Course at level 2 shall be required to pass mCast tests in maltese, english and mathematics. Following these tests, mCast shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. these learners will stand to benefit by joining the introductory Course at Vocational level 1 instead. this is a one year course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Certificate Course at level 2 the following year.

il-programm joffri opportunità lil dawk li jkollhom Certifikat tat-tmiem tal-iskola sekondarja biex isegwu kors f’qasam ta’ studju li jinteressahom filwaqt li jkomplu jitħarrġu fl-ingliż, il-malti u l-matematika. il-programm jinkludi l-prattika vokazzjonali li bis-saħħa tagħha, l-istudent ikun jista’ jifhem aħjar x’jistenna mis-sengħa li jixtieq jidħol għaliha.

tul il-kors tingħata l-opportunità tiżviluppa l-ħiliet bażiċi li se jkollok bżonn jekk tixtieq tissokta bl-istudju tiegħek fl-elettriku u l-elettronika. tkun mistenni wkoll ittejjeb l-għarfien tiegħek fil-ħiliet bażiċi. il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jifhmu aħjar il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-elettriku u l-elettronika.

l-istudenti li japplikaw biex jissieħbu fil-Foundation Course fil-livell 2, ikunu jridu jgħaddu mit-testijiet tal-mCast fil-malti, l-ingliż u l-matematika. il-Kulleġġ imbagħad joħroġ lista ta’ dawk li ser ikollhom bżonn aktar għajnuna. dawn l-istudenti jibbenefikaw iżjed jekk jidħlu għall-introductory Course fil-livell Vokazzjonali 1. dan huwa kors ta’ sena li jgħinhom jimxu ‘l quddiem bil-ħsieb li jidħlu għall-Foundation Certificate Course fil-livell 2 is-sena ta’ wara.


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DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS(BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES) (C&G 2365) - LEVEL 3

13/03/03

AWARDING BODy: CITy & GUILDS more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130303


Fees: City & Guilds examination Fees

Entry requirements:mCast FouNdatioN CertiFiCateor2 seC/o-leVel passes Compulsory: mathematicspreferred: physics, english, Computerstudies, technical design, Chemistry,design and technology, engineering drawing and Graphical Communications

Other entry requirements:a medical certificate for colour blindnessis a necessary requirement to attendthe course.

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. understand the safety requirements of electrical installation2. interpret wiring regulations and

requirements for domestic electrical installation

3. design, perform and test domestic electrical installations to given requirements

4. troubleshoot, repair and modify existing single phase installations.

Career opportunities: assisting the qualified electrician.

Candidate will be able to assist in the construction of a domestic single phase electrical installation work under supervision.

allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression

in the electrical installation sector.

this is a one-year full-time programme for those interested in a career progression within the electrical installations industry. the course contributes towards an understanding of the relevant theory and allows candidates to develop practical skills required in this field. this is a qualification for candidates to work as electricians in the building services engineering sector. it allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the electrotechnology sector.

the course is a practical programme which covers all the basics of wiring and testing electrical installation circuits, using different cables, containment and testing instruments. it also addresses electrical installation regulations.

this course includes opportunities to develop one’s competences in technical english, maltese, mathematics, engineering drawing while supporting iCt skills.

dan huwa programm ta’ sena full-time u huwa mmirat għal dawk interessati li javvanzaw fil-karriera tagħhom fl-industrija tal-installazzjoni tal-elettriku. il-kors jikkontribwixxi biex l-istudenti jifhmu aħjar it-teorija marbuta ma’ dan il-qasam, filwaqt li jiżviluppaw il-ħiliet prattiċi meħtieġa għal dan ix-xogħol. din il-kwalifika tapplika ghal studenti li jixtiequ jaħdmu bħala electricians fis-settur tal-inġinerija dwar is-servizzi tal-bini. l-istudenti jitgħallmu, jiżviluppaw u jipprattikaw il-ħiliet meħtieġa biex isibu impieg jew jimxu ‘l quddiem fil-karriera tagħhom fis-settur tat-teknoloġija elettrika. il-kors huwa programm prattiku li jkopri l-elementi bażiċi marbuta ma’ sistemi ta’ wajers u ttestjar ta’ ċirkwiti ta’ installazzjonijiet elettriċi bl-użu ta’ cables differenti, kif ukoll l-immaniġġjar u l-ittestjar tagħhom. l-istudenti jitħarrgu wkoll fir-regolamenti dwar l-installazzjoni tal-elettriku. tul il-kors l-istudenti jkollhom l-opportunità li jtejbu l-kompetenzi tagħhom fl-ingliż tekniku, il-malti, il-matematika u d-disinn tekniku, filwaqt li jsaħħu l-ħiliet tagħhom fit-teknoloġija tal-informatika.


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MCAST-BTEC DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (ELECTRONICS)

13/03/04

AWARDING BODy: MCAST-BTEC more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130304

the programme provides a basic work related qualification and also provides an opportunity to consider progression to higher level courses in the field of electrical and electronic engineering.

the vocational content of the course is designed around the needs of the electrical / electronics industry.

the engineering sector continues to suffer from a skills gap and needs to keep up with rapidly developing technologies. undoubtedly, this qualification gives new entrants the underpinning knowledge and specific skills required to meet the needs of the modern engineering industry.

il-programm iwassal għal kwalifika ta’ bażi li għandha rabta max-xogħol prattiku. din hija opportunità tajba biex tikkunsidra tixtieqx tkompli tistudja l-inġinerija f’livelli ogħla.

il-kontenut vokazzjonali tal-kors jirrifletti l-ħtiġijiet tal-industrija tal-elettriku u l-elettronika.

is-settur tal-inġinerija għadu jbati minn xi nuqqasijiet f’dawk li huma ħiliet u jeħtieġ li jkollna ħaddiema li kapaċi jlaħħqu mal-iżviluppi tal-lum. Bla dubju ta’ xejn, din il-kwalifika toffri l-għarfien kif ukoll il-ħiliet speċifiċi li teħtieġ l-industrija tal-inġinerija ta’ żmienna.


Fees: BteC registration Fees

Entry requirements:mCast FouNdatioN CertiFiCateor 2 seC/o-leVel passesCompulsory: mathematicspreferred: physics, english, Computer studies, technical design, Chemistry, design and technology, engineering drawing and Graphical Communications

Other entry requirements:a medical certificate for colour blindness is a necessary requirement to attend the course.

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. Work safely, efficiently and effectively in

the engineering workplace2. use mathematical concepts and

principles related to electrical and mechanical sciences

3. understand the function and operation of electrical and electronic system components

4. install, test and configure pC hardware systems, components and software packages.

Career opportunities: assistant electronic technician line setup technician


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DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS(BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES) (C&G 2365) - LEVEL 4

13/03/05A

AWARDING BODy: CITy & GUILDS more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130305A

the course provides opportunities for students to acquire accreditation in more advanced areas of electrical installations and maintenance. it provides progression from the diploma in electrical installations (Buildings & structures) (C&G 2365) - level 3 course and has been carefully designed and structured to integrate practical skills with the related technology. this will enhance the candidate’s knowledge and skills to a higher stage into the electrical installation industry.

the course will provide an understanding of the regulations and health and safety requirements governing electrical installation processes. students will also gain knowledge of the organisation and structure of the industry within which these activities are carried out.

at the end of the first year of studies, students will sit for the Wireman’s licence ‘a’ examinations. successful students will gain knowledge and experience in a domestic and an industrial electrical installation environment.

il-kors joffri opportunitajiet biex l-istudenti jiksbu ċertifikazzjoni f’oqsma avvanzati tal-installazzjoni u l-manutenzjoni elettrika. il-programm, li jittratta t-teorija kif ukoll il-prattika tas-settur, jibni fuq id-diploma in electrical installations (Buildings & structures) (C&G2365). permezz ta’ din l-integrazzjoni, l-istudenti jkabbru l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tagħhom u jkunu jistgħu jidħlu għal xogħol ta’ installazzjoni li jitlob impenn akbar.

il-kors joffrilek tagħrif siewi dwar ir-regolamenti tas-saħħa u s-sigurtà f’dak li hu xogħol marbut mal-installazzjoni elettrika. ikollok għarfien aħjar tal-organizzazzjoni u l-istrutturi tal-industrija li fiha jsir dan it-tip ta’ xogħol.

lejn l-aħħar tal-ewwel sena tal-istudju, inti tersaq għall-eżamijiet tal-Wireman’s licence ‘a’. l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikollhom għarfien u esperjenza ta’ xogħol tal-installazzjoni, kemm dak li jseħħ f’ambjent domestiku kif ukoll f’dak industrijali.

Course duration: 2 years part-timeon an apprenticeship

Fees: C&G examination Fees

Entry requirements:CertiFiCate iN eleCtroteChNiCal teChNoloGy (C&G 2330)ordiploma iN eleCtriCal iNstallatioNs (BuildiNGs & struCtures) (C&G2365)– leVel 3


At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. understand domestic and industrial

electrical principles to apply them in real electrical installation situations

2. understand the safety requirements of domestic and industrial installations and be able to apply them in real situations

3. design, perform and test domestic and industrial electrical installations and machinery according to regulations and requirements

4. Find faults, troubleshoot, repair and modify existing domestic and industrial electrical installations, motors and switchgear.

Career opportunities: Qualified electrician

Candidates will have the abilities to design, setup (erect) and test single and three phase electrical installation systems in accordance with the i.e.t (institute of engineering & technology) regulations.

industrial electricians’ job duties depend on the position and may include cleaning contacts or circuit boards, replacing worn components and performing inspections.

Candidates may also perform preventative maintenance, such as checking motors’ condition, erecting new installations and troubleshooting

a breakdown in the installation.


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MCAST DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING- LEVEL 4

13/03/06A

AWARDING BODy: MCAST more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130306A

this diploma course provides students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and skills to analyse digital electronic circuits and develop and apply advanced software solutions to microprocessor based systems including the pC.

students will be able to analyse, compare and contrast the interaction of embedded systems with the pC. successful technicians will be able to build, test, troubleshoot and repair computer based systems and networks, perform electronic repairs on computers and office equipment, install software and operating systems and set up network systems.

dan il-kors ta’ diploma joffri lill-istudenti l-għarfien teoretiku u l-ħiliet meħtieġa biex janalizzaw ċirkwiti elettroniċi diġitali u jiżviluppaw u japplikaw soluzzjonijiet avvanzati f’dak li hu software ta’ sistemi li għandhom bażi ta’ microprocessor, inkluż il-kompjuter.

l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu janaliżżaw u jikkomparaw l-interazzjoni ta’ sistemi ‘embedded’ fil-kompjuter. it-tekniċi tas-sengħa jaslu biex jibnu, jittestjaw, isibu l-ħsara u jsewwu sistemi u networks, kompjuters u apparat ieħor tal-uffiċċju. huma jkunu wkoll kapaċi jinstallaw software u sistemi ta’ network.

Course duration: 1 year full-time and2 years part-time on apprenticeship


Entry requirements:mCast-BteC diploma iN eNGiNeeriNG (eleCtroNiCs)ormCast-BteC diploma iN itor 4 seC/o-leVel passes Compulsory: physics, mathematicspreferred: english, Computer studies, design and technology

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. Construct and test analogue and

digital electronic circuits to required specifications

2. develop and debug software routines for specific engineering applications

3. programme and test microcontroller circuits for embedded system applications

4. install and maintain operating systems and computer networks.

Career opportunities: Computer networking technician


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MCAST DIPLOMA IN GREEN ENERGy TECHNOLOGIES- LEVEL 4

13/03/07A


the mCast diploma in Green technologies is intended for candidates who wish to embark in a career in electrical and electronic engineering with a particular focus on renewable sources of energy.

With the constant growth in this sector locally and internationally, an urgent need is arising for qualified technicians who are not only capable of installing and testing renewable energy systems, but who also have the required underpinning knowledge and competence to provide after-sales assistance, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.

this course will include the necessary practical components to give candidates the desired hands-on experience on renewable energy technologies being installed in malta today.

l-mCast diploma in Green technologies hija maħsuba għal kandidati li jixtiequ jaqbdu karriera fl-inġinerija elettrika u elettronika b’enfasi partikolari fuq sorsi ta’ enerġija rinovabbli.

minħabba t-tkabbir kontinwu f’dan is-settur, kemm dak lokali kif ukoll dak internazzjonali, qed tinħoloq ħtieġa urġenti għal tekniċi kwalifikati. dawn ikunu mistennija jinstallaw u jittestjaw is-sistemi tal-enerġija, u jkollhom l-għarfien u l-kompetenza meħtieġa biex jipprovdu l-għajnuna wara li jsir il-bejgħ, u biex jagħmlu l-manutenzjoni u t-tiswijiet.

dan il-kors jinkludi l-komponenti prattiċi li huma meħtieġa biex il-kandidati jkunu jistgħu jieħdu biżżejjed esperjenza fit-teknoloġiji tal-enerġija rinovabbli u fl-installazzjoni.



Entry requirements:mCast-BteC diploma iN eNGiNeeriNG (eleCtroNiCs)ormCast-BteC diploma iN itor4 seC/o-leVel passesCompulsory: physics, mathematicspreferred: english, Computer studies, design and technology

Other entry requirements:a medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course.

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. install and maintain renewable energy

systems according to power and safety regulations

2. Construct and test analogue and digital electronic circuits to required specifications

3. maintain, troubleshoot and repair power electronics and power electrical systems

4. Communicate effectively to offer after-sales assistance to customers.

Career opportunities: electrical / electronic technician with a

particular focus on renewable sources of energy


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MCAST DIPLOMA IN INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS- LEVEL 4

13/03/08A




Entry requirements:mCast-BteC diploma iN eNGiNeeriNG (eleCtroNiCs)or4 seC/o-leVel passesCompulsory: physics, mathematicspreferred: english, Computer studies,design and technology


At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. Work safely, communicate effectively and

take responsibility of own and others’ work in engineering

2. apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering problems3. Construct, test and maintain complex

analogue and digital electronic circuits and systems to required specifications

4. programme and test microcontroller and programmable logic controller circuits for industrial applications using both low and high-level languages.

Career opportunities: electronics technician (general) plant technician (electronics) electronics maintenance technician electronics servicing technician industrial electronics technician line maintenance technician (electronics)

this three-year vocational course in industrial electronics provides candidates with the knowledge and skills required by the manufacturing and services industry. the course emphasis is on electrical and electronic engineering but a number of modules contain elements of software engineering, giving students sufficient knowledge to consider careers in other related technical fields.

the challenging and dynamic world of electronics, mechatronics and communications engineering offers excellent career growth opportunities and the diploma is widely accepted by the local industry.

dan il-kors vokazzjonali ta’ tliet snin fl-elettronika industrijali joffri t-tagħlim u t-taħriġ meħtieġ mill-industrija tal-manifattura u dik tas-servizzi. Filwaqt li l-inġinerija elettrika u dik elettronika tieħu l-importanza li jixirqilha, hemm elementi ta’ studju li jittrattaw l-inġinerija tas-software. it-tagħlim f’dan ir-rigward huwa wkoll biżżejjed biex student li jinteressah ikun jista’ jikkunsidra karrieri oħra f’oqsma relatati.

id-dinja tal-elettronika, dik tal-mekatronika u l-inġinerija tal-komunikazzjoni hija dinja dinamika u ta’ sfida. Fl-istess ħin hemm opportunitajiet eċċellenti għal dawk li qed ifittxu karriera f’dawn l-oqsma ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni. l-industrija lokali tapprezza l-livell milħuq mill-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb f’dan il-kors.


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MCAST-BTEC ExTENDED DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

13/03/09A

AWARDING BODy: MCAST-BTEC more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130309A

Course duration: 1 year full-timeand 2 years part-time on apprenticeship


Entry requirements:mCast-BteC diploma iN eNGiNeeriNG(eleCtroNiCs)ormCast-BteC diploma iN eNGiNeeriNG(meChaNiCal)or4 seC/o-level passes Compulsory: physics, mathematicspreferred: english, Computer studies,design and technology


At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. Work safely, communicate effectively and

take responsibility of own and others’ work in engineering

2. apply mathematical, scientific and control principles to solve engineering problems

3. install and maintain electrical plant and electronic systems to required

specifications in accordance with manufacturers’ procedures4. design and test printed circuit boards for

analogue and digital electronic circuits to meet given specifications.

Career opportunities: electrical technician (general) electrical plant technician electrical maintenance technician electrical servicing technician line maintenance technician (electrical)

permezz ta’ din il-kwalifika, l-istudenti jieħdu t-taħriġ u l-għarfien meħtieġ li titlob is-sengħa tal-inġinerija elettrika u dik elettronika, bit-tibdiliet kontinwi li jseħħu f’dan is-settur. dan ser ikunlek ta’ għajnuna meta tasal biex tfittex impjieg.

il-kors jinkludi kemm taħrig tekniku kif ukoll dak prattiku skont l-għażla ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni li tixtieq u huwa maħsub biex jilqa’ għall-isfidi li wieħed jiltaqa’ magħhom fid-dinja tax-xogħol u l-iżvilupp li jseħħ fl-industriji relatati.

din il-kwalifika fiha strutturi flessibbli u hija magħmula minn għażla ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jippermettulek tiffoka fuq il-qasam ta’ xogħol li l-aktar jinteressak.

the qualification is designed to equip individuals with the practical skills, knowledge and understanding required for success in employment and progression as technicians in the rapidly changing field of electrical / electronics engineering.

students will follow a range of practical and theoretical units according to the choice of specialisation, designed to satisfy the competences necessary to be able to deal with the challenges of business development in related industries.

the qualification has been designed with flexible structures and provides a wide range of units so that learners can focus on their chosen career or area of interest.


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MCAST-BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA INELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

13/03/10


Course duration: 2 years full-time


Entry requirements:mCast-BteC exteNded diploma iN eleCtriCal/eleCtroNiC eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC NatioNal diploma iN CommuNiCatioNs teChNoloGy ormCast diploma iN iNdustrial eleCtroNiCs – leVel 4ormCast diploma iN Computer eNGiNeeriNG – leVel 4 ormCast diploma iN GreeN eNerGy teChNoloGies – leVel 4or2 a-leVel passes aNd 2 i-leVel passesCompulsory a-level: physics and mathematics (pure or applied)

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. manage teams working on installaton and

maintenance of equipment and systems2. apply mathematical, scientific and

programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems

3. Construct, test and maintain electrical and electronic circuits and systems to required specifications

4. install and maintain electrical, electronic and communications systems to required specifications in accordance with manufacturers’ procedures.

Career opportunities: assistant electrical engineer head of technicians lead technician technical supervisor assistant research engineer

the course prepares you for technical and management careers in the electrical/electronic sector (systems development and maintenance).

the programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce quality engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries in the use of new technology. New technology creates a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations. you will learn the fundamentals of engineering with a special emphasis on applications and design. the course will address the need for technicians skilled in the installation, maintenance and repair of communication systems and networks. employers will find mCast graduates to be adaptable and responsive to the rapid evolution of the communication engineering technological sector.

il-kors iħejjik għal karrieri tekniċi u maniġerjali partikolarment fil-qasam tal-iżvilupp u l-manutenzjoni ta’ sistemi elettriċi/elettroniċi.

il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi ta’ livell għoli fl-inġinerija. dawn ikunu kapaċi li jaqdu rwol ewlieni biex jintlaħqu l-ħtiġijiet ta’ firxa wiesgħa ta’ industriji li jagħmlu użu minn teknoloġiji ġodda. it-teknoloġija u l-applikazzjoni tagħha jibqgħu jiżviluppaw u dan joħloq domanda kontinwa għal tekniċi kompetenti f’ħafna organizzazzjonijiet. titgħallem il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-inġinerija b’enfasi speċjali fuq l-applikazzjoni u d-disinn.

Bħala tekniku titħarreġ fl-installazzjoni, il-manutenzjoni u t-tiswija ta’ sistemi u networks tal-komunikazzjoni. dawk li jħaddmu se jsibu li l-gradwati tal-mCast huma persuni li jafu jadattaw għaċ-ċirkostanzi u huma kapaċi jwieġbu għall-bidliet kontinwi li jseħħu fis-settur tal-inġinerijatal-komunikazzjoni.


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LEVEL

MCAST-BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA INELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

13/03/11





At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. manage teams working on installaton

and maintenance of equipment and systems

2. apply mathematical, scientific and programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems

3. install, test and maintain electrical systems and plant to required specifications

4. investigate power generation and energy management systems and suggest feasible solutions to set specifications.

Career opportunities: assistant electrical engineer head of technicians lead technician technical supervisor assistant research engineer

the programme prepares students for technical and management careers in the electrical sector. it is aimed to develop a range of skills and personal qualities essential for successful performance in the electrical field.

the course prepares you for possible careers in electrical systems development and maintenance. the programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce higher engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries that use new technology.

the ever-developing application of new technology creates a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations. you will learn the fundamentals of engineering with special emphasis on applications and design.

il-programm iħejji l-istudenti għal karrieri tekniċi u amministrattivi fis-settur tal-elettriku. huwa mmirat biex jiżviluppa firxa ta’ ħiliet u kwalitajiet personali li huma meħtieġa jekk wieħed jistenna li jaħdem b’suċċess fis-settur tal-elettriku.

il-kors iħejjik għal karrieri fir-rigward tal-iżvilupp u l-manutenzjoni ta’ sistemi elettriċi. il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi ta’ livell għoli u li jkunu kapaċi jaqdu rwol ewlieni biex jintlaħqu l-ħtiġijiet ta’ firxa wiesgħa ta’ industriji li jagħmlu użu minn teknoloġiji ġodda.

it-teknoloġija u l-applikazzjoni tagħha jibqgħu jiżviluppaw u dan joħloq domanda kontinwa għal tekniċi ta’ stoffa f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ organizzazzjonijiet. titgħallem il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-inġinerija b’enfasi speċjali fuq l-applikazzjoni tagħhom u d-disinn.


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LEVEL

MCAST-BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA INELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

13/03/12





At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. manage teams working on installaton and maintenance of equipment and systems2. apply mathematical, scientific and programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems3. install, test and maintain electronic and control systems to required specifications4. apply digital and power electronic principles to find solutions to practical engineering problems.

Career opportunities: assistant electronic engineer head of technicians lead technician technical supervisor assistant research engineer

the programme prepares students for technical and management careers in the electronics/mechatronics sector. it aims to develop a range of skills and personal qualities essential for successful performance in the electronics field with careers which may range from electronics systems development to design applications and maintenance.

the programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce qualified engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries especially those which make use of new technology. developments in technology create a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations.

dan il-programm iħejji l-istudenti għal diversi karrieri ta’ natura teknika u ta’ maniġment fil-qasam tal-elettronika u l-mekatronika. matulu tieħu taħriġ li jwasslek biex tiġbor dawk il-ħiliet u l-kwalitajiet personali li teħtieġ biex tirnexxi f’dan il-qasam tax-xogħol. Nistgħu nsemmu l-iżvilupp ta’ sistemi elettroniċi kif ukoll l-installazzjoni u l-manutenzjoni ta’ makkinarju u apparat elettroniku.

il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali għall-aħħar u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi kwalifikati tajjeb. l-iżvilupp tat-teknoloġija jitlob ħaddiema tas-sengħa f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ impjiegi. Ħaddiema tekniċi kwalifikati għandhom rwol siewi x’jaqdu fl-industrija maltija.


MCAST students at the brewery ofSimonds Farsons Cisk plc.


Course duration:B.sc (hons) – 1 year full-timeB.eng (hons) – 2 years full-time


Entry requirements:mCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal/eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNG

Further details are available under the section “applications for mCast Vocational degrees”

At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. design and implement hardware

and firmware for embedded systems applications

2. analyse and design complex electronic control systems for various engineering applications

3. manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of engineering systems

4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of electronics and control engineering.

Career opportunities: design engineer electronics and control engineer electrical engineer

this course builds on the experiences and knowledge assimilated during your two-year hNd programme. the objective of this topup year, which leads to a degree, is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry. moreover, graduates from this course will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

Control engineering is, from many perspectives, at the peak of the various engineering disciplines. indeed, many engineering problems involve the processing of information of some form in order to control some system or variable within a more complex system. Giving students a good preparation in control increases their attractiveness to industry.

dan il-kors jibni fuq l-esperjenzi u l-għarfien li tkun ħadt matul il-programm ta’ sentejn tal-hNd. din is-sena, li twassal għal-lawrja, tgħinek tilħaq livell professjonali ta’ inġinerija biex inti tkun imħejji sewwa akkademikament u biex tkompli tieħu t-taħriġ prattiku li jqarrbek lejn dak li teħtieġ l-industrija lokali. Fuq kollox, il-gradwati minn dan il-kors ikunu mħejjija tajjeb biex isegwu l-karriera preferita tagħhom jew jissuktaw bl-istudju tagħhom barra.

minn bosta perspettivi, il-control engineering jinsab fil-quċċata ta’ bosta dixxiplini tal-inġinerija. tabilħaqq, ħafna problemi tal-inġinerija jinvolvu l-ipproċessar ta’ xi tip ta’ informazzjoni bil-għan li tikkontrolla xi sistema jew xi komponent varjabbli f’sistema aktar kumplessa. l-istudenti li jkollhom taħriġ tajjeb fil-control jiġbdu lill-industrija.

AWARDING BODy: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT

6

LEVELBACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ELECTRONICS AND CONTROL ENGINEERING

13/03/13

more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130313

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) INELECTRONICS AND CONTROL ENGINEERING

13/03/18



6

LEVELBACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

13/03/14


this course builds on the experiences and knowledge assimilated during your two-year hNd programme. the objective of this topup year, which leads to a degree, is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry. moreover these graduates will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

electronics is still a highly relevant and attractive technological field that has evolved at a rapid rate. this interdisciplinary field is practically used in every aspect of modern life as exemplified by the advances in computers and communications. the course will bring students in contact with the modern technologies and gives an in-depth mix of knowledge and skills.

dan il-kors jibni fuq l-esperjenzi u l-għarfien li tkun ħadt matul il-programm ta’ sentejn tal-hNd. din is-sena, li twassal għal-lawrja, tgħinek tilħaq livell professjonali fl-inġinerija. dan biex inti tkun imħejji sewwa akkademikament u biex tkompli tieħu t-taħriġ prattiku li jqarrbek iżjed lejn dak li teħtieġ l-industrija lokali. Fuq kollox, il-gradwati minn dan il-kors ikunu mħejjija tajjeb biex isegwu l-karriera preferita tagħhom jew jissuktaw bl-istudju tagħhom barra.

is-settur tal-elettronika, li żviluppa b’rata tassew mgħaġġla, jibqa’ rilevanti u attraenti mil-lat ta’ xogħol. it-teknoloġija tal-elettronika ssib l-applikazzjoni tagħha f’kull aspett tal-ħajja moderna. eżempju ta’ dan huma l-avvanzi fil-kompjuters u l-komunikazzjoni. il-programm iressqek lejn it-teknoloġiji ta’ żmienna u joffrilek l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li jitlob dan il-livell ta’ studju.

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) INELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

13/03/19

Course duration:B.sc (hons) – 1 year full-timeB.eng (hons) – 2 years full-time




At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. design and implement hardware

and firmware for embedded systems applications

2. design and evaluate complex analogue and digital electronic circuits to meet set specifications for various engineering applications

3. manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of engineering systems

4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of electronic engineering.

Career opportunities: design engineer electronic engineer electrical engineer


A biomedical engineering student demonstrating his project during the2012 MCAST Expo



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LEVEL




Entry requirements:mCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal/eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal eNGiNeeriNGormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNG


At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. develop hardware and software solutions

in the field of communications engineering2. design and implement wired and wireless

communications systems3. use specialised equipment for the analysis

of digital and analogue signals present in communication systems

4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of communications engineering.

Career opportunities: Communications engineer Networks engineer design engineer

the objective of this programme is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry especially in the field of electronic communications. moreover these graduates will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

Communications is one of the fastest moving technological fields that require constant updating. this course has been designed with that concept in mind and therefore strives to give you a sufficient solid foundation in the fundamental concepts so that you are in a position to further upgrade your knowledge and skills.

this interdisciplinary field is practically used in every aspect of modern life as exemplified by the advances in computers and communications. the course will bring you in contact with modern technologies.

l-għan ta’ dan il-programm hu li jitħejjew inġiniera professjonali li jkunu kompetenti akkademikament u li jkollhom esperjenza prattika tax-xogħol kif mistenni mill-industrija lokali b’mod partikolari fis-settur tal-komunikazzjoni elettronika. Fuq kollox dawn il-gradwati jkunu lesti biex jaqbdu l-karriera tagħhom jew jissuktaw bl-istudju tagħhom barra.

il-komunikazzjoni hija speċjalizzazzjoni teknoloġika li timxi ‘l quddiem b’rata tassew mgħaġġla u li titlob aġġornament kontinwu. dan il-kors għandu dan l-għan u għaldaqstant joffrilek tħejjija b’saħħitha f’dawk li huma kunċetti fundamentali sabiex inti tkun tista’ tkabbar l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tiegħek.

dan is-settur interdixxiplinari ssibu f’kull aspett tal-ħajja moderna bħal per eżempju fl-avvanzi fil-kompjuter u fil-komunikazzjoni. il-kors għaldaqstant ilaqqgħek mat-teknoloġiji ta’ żmienna.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ELECTRONICCOMMUNICATIONS

13/03/15


AWARDING BODy: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT more info: www.mcast.edu.mt/130316





At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. interpret power consumption trends and

evaluate renewable energy generation options for specific scenarios

2. specify, install and maintain power generation equipment and renewable energy systems

3. manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of renewable energy systems

4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of power generation and renewable energy sources.

Career opportunities: electrical engineer design engineer project engineer

the objective of this programme is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry with a special focus on power generation and renewable energy systems. moreover thesegraduates will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

the need to have qualified engineers who approach this technology in a professional and efficient way is heavily requested by all the major stakeholders. the modules in this degree course will give you a grasp of both the traditional and modern technologies as well as the support systems that would be required.

l-għan ta’ dan il-programm hu li jitħejjew inġiniera professjonali li jkunu kompetenti akkademikament u li jkollhom esperjenza prattika tax-xogħol kif mistenni mill-industrija lokali b’mod partikolari fis-settur tal-power generation u s-sistemi tal-enerġija rinovabbli. Fuq kollox dawn il-gradwati jkunu lesti biex jaqbdu l-karriera tagħhom jew jissuktaw bl-istudju tagħhom barra.

teżisti l-ħtieġa ta’ inġiniera kwalifikati li joperaw f’din it-teknoloġija b’mod professjonali u effiċjenti. l-unitajiet ta’ studju ta’ dan il-kors jagħtuk l-għarfien meħtieġ tat-teknoloġiji u s-support systems relatati, kemm dawk tradizzjonali kif ukoll dawk moderni.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN POWER GENERATION AND RENEWABLES

13/03/16

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6

LEVEL




Entry requirements:mCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal/eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtriCal eNGiNeeriNG ormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN eleCtroNiCs eNGiNeeriNGormCast-BteC hiGher NatioNal diploma iN meChaNiCal eNGiNeeriNG, or maNuFaCturiNG eNGiNeeriNG, or operatioNs eNGiNeeriNG


At the end of the programme,you will be able to: 1. appraise the interaction of medical

equipment and the human body2. analyse and design electronic and control

circuits for biomedical applications3. manage projects involving the

specification, installation and maintenance of biomedical equipment

4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of biomedical engineering.

Career opportunities: Biomedical engineer medical equipment operations engineer medical equipment maintenance engineer design engineer

the objective of this programme is that of producing professionals who have strong practical competences backed by solid underpinning knowledge related to the biomedical engineering sector. the exciting advances being made in artificial body parts and organs and other prosthetic implants all fall in the realm of biomedical engineering.

the course gives you a basic understanding ofthe functioning of the human body, a sound knowledge of biomechanics and the various interfaces that allow prosthetics to become an extension of the human body.

the various engineering fields involved are also studied to provide a seamless product to the client.

l-għan ta’ dan il-programm hu li joħorġu inġiniera professjonali li jkollhom il-ħiliet prattiċi meħtieġa u l-għarfien sħiħ ta’ x’jitlob is-settur tal-inġinerija bijomedika. il-progress kbir li qed jiġi reġistrat fil-qasam tal-organi u partijiet artifiċjali u impjanti prostetiċi oħra jaqa’ fl-isfera tal-inġinerija biomedika.

il-kors jipprovdilek għarfien bażiku dwar il-funzjonament tal-ġisem tal-bniedem, u tagħrif siewi ħafna fuq il-bijomekkanika u dawk l-elementi li bis-saħħa tagħhom il-prostesi ssir estensjoni funzjonabbli tal-ġisem tal-bniedem.

it-tagħlim jinkludi l-istudju tal-oqsma tal-inġinerija li huma relatati ma’ dan is-settur partikulari, sabiex il-klijent jinqeda bl-aħjar mod possibbli.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) INBIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

13/03/17

COURSE PROGRESSION CHART

13/03/05ADiploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures)(C&G 2365)- Level 4

2 years part-timeon apprenticeship

13/03/08AMCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics- Level 4

1 year full-timeand 2 years part-time on apprenticeship

13/03/09AMCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering


13/03/01MCAST Introductory Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering- Level 1

1 year full-time

13/03/02MCAST Foundation Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Level 2

1 year full-time

13/03/03Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures)(C&G 2365)- Level 3

1 year full-time

13/03/04MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Engineering (Electronics)

1 year full-time

13/03/06AMCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering- Level 4


13/03/07AMCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies- Level 4

1 year full-time and2 years part-timeon apprenticeship

13/03/13Bachelor of Science(Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

1 year full-time

13/03/14Bachelor of Science(Honours) in ElectronicsEngineering

1 year full-time

13/03/15Bachelor of Science(Honours)in ElectronicCommunications

1 year full-time

13/03/18Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

2 years full-time

13/03/17Bachelor of Science(Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

1 year full-time

13/03/10MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

2 years full-time

13/03/11MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

2 years full-time

13/03/12MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

2 years full-time

13/03/16Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generationand Renewables

1 year full-time

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LEVEL 3

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13/03/19Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics Engineering

2 years full-time

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