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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
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Part 1: Basic Data
Awarding Institution University of the West of England
Teaching Institution University of the West of England
Delivery Location Frenchay Campus, UWE Bristol Gloucestershire College (Degree Apprenticeship)
Faculty responsible for programme
Faculty of the Environment & Technology (FET)
Department responsible for programme
Engineering Design & Mathematics
Modular Scheme Title FET Modular Scheme
Professional Statutory or Regulatory Body Links
Institution for Engineering and Technology Accreditation in partial fulfilment of the requirements for CEng. (accreditation being sought for top-up structure shown in appendix 1)
Highest Award Title BEng(Hons) Electronic Engineering
Default Award Title
Fall-back Award Title BSc(Hons) Engineering
Interim Award Titles BEng Electronic Engineering Diploma of Higher Education Electronic Engineering Certificate of Higher Education Electronic Engineering
UWE Progression Route
Mode(s) of Delivery Full-time/Sandwich/Part-time (UWE)
Codes UCAS: JACS:
ISIS2: H601, H60F13 (Degree Apprenticeship)
HESA:
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Statements
Subject benchmark statement: Engineering, QAA (2006)
First CAP Approval Date May 2013 Valid From Sep 2013
Revision CAP Approval Date 20 Sep 2019 Revised with effect from
September 2019
Version 5
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Part 2: Educational Aims of the Programme
The programme is designed to provide the balance of theoretical and practical understanding needed to meet the demands of the electronic engineering industry for engineering practitioners, and in particular to meet the requirements for professional accreditation in partial fulfilment of CEng.
To produce graduates with a broad understanding of the discipline in conjunction with a detailed understanding of their chosen specialism of electronic engineering.
The Electronic Engineering programme produces graduates with a wide range of expertise relevant to the electronics industry. The programme covers a broad range of disciplines such as digital and analogue circuit design, power electronics, control, signal processing and project management. A number of developments have occurred in electronic engineering in recent times, although signals are analogue in nature, many electrical or electronic designs involve conversion to digital format as soon a possible and processing by microprocessor or digital integrated circuit. In recognition of this, this programme allows students to develop expertise particularly in system design, microprocessor hardware/software design and simulation and modeling techniques.
The programme has been designed to cater for students with both industrial and/or academic backgrounds, to develop problem solving skills and be able to demonstrate leadership in a number of engineering settings.
The aims are that the graduate shall:
Gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles governing the behaviour of electronic and digital systems and of the related mathematics;
Be capable of analysis of the behaviour of complex electronic, digital electronic or electrical systems ;
Demonstrate a capacity for innovative and creative design and be able to draw on knowledge of fundamental principles and proven systems to further develop existing systems and to generate new systems which meet required specifications;
Have a broad knowledge and understanding of engineering theory, practices and applications and be able to use advanced techniques of analysis, synthesis and simulation, and implementation in the field of electronic engineering or electrical engineering,
Have developed the ability, interest and motivation to conduct independent study and keep abreast of future changes in technology and engineering practices.
Be able to work in a largely unsupervised way to undertake an individual research project and present the findings in a professional manner,
Be able to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with individuals and groups, using a professional standard of English, both orally and in writing.
Programme requirements for the purposes of the Higher Education Achievement Record (HEAR)
Designed in conjunction with key national and multi-national employers, the Electronic Engineering programme provides graduates with the mix of skills and capabilities required by UK business for the specification, design and delivery of electronic and embedded systems and solutions, including safety critical systems, as required by the aerospace, transport, medical, military and other industries. Delivered in a way that develops technically competent individuals who think and communicate effectively and who can conduct inquiry, solve problems, undertake critical analysis and deliver effective electronic and embedded software systems solutions in a constantly changing business context. It provides a solid foundation for lifelong learning, emphasising the development of knowledge, skills and professional values essential to the practice of systems development.
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Part 3: Learning Outcomes of the Programme
The award route provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas:
Learning Outcomes: U
FMFJ9-30-1
UFMFCA-15-1
UFMFF8-30-1
UFMFN7-15-1
UFMFP8-15-1
UFMFVA-15-1
UFMFHA-15-2
UFMFKA-30-2
UFMFL9-15-2
UFMFMA-15-2
UFMFPK-15-2
UFMFQK-15-2
UFMFV7-15-2
UFMFX8-30-3
UFMFW7-15-3
UFMFV8-15-3
UFMFM7-15-3
UFMF89-15-3
UFMFCL-15-3
UFMFS7-15-3
UFMFH8-15-3
UFMFE7-15-3
UFMFDE-15-3
UFMFD7-15-3
A) Knowledge and understanding of:
1. Scientific principles and methodology necessary to underpin electronic and systems engineering, to enable appreciation of its scientific and engineering context in support of understanding of future developments and technologies.
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2. Mathematical principles necessary to underpin electrical and electronic engineering and mathematical methods, tools and notations used in the analysis and solution of electrical and electronic engineering problems, number systems and their applications.
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3. The range of applicability of abstract models of electronic components and their fundamental limitations in linear and non-linear circuit applications
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4. Electronic components, digital circuits and logic families and an ability to characterise them; ability to use combinatorial and sequential logic circuits; basic computer structure (microcomputer and DSP) their use in real-time applications. Ability to use HDL systems and techniques.
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5. System-on chip design methodologies and their application to the top-down design of electronic systems
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6. The commercial, ethical, economic and legal context of engineering processes, including sustainable development, risk management, health and safety and environmental legislation.
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(B) Intellectual Skills
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering.
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2. The ability to investigate and define a problem and identify constraints including environmental and sustainability limitations, health and safety and risk assessment issues.
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3. Critically review available literature relevant to the subject discipline
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4. Demonstrate independent thinking in the design and development of solutions to real-world problems
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5. The ability to select and apply appropriate computer-based methods for modelling and analysing problems in the fields relating to the design, manufacture and control of electrical and electronic components and systems.
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6. The ability to understand issues relating to the marketing of products and the management processes associated with their design and manufacture.
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(C) Subject/Professional /Practical Skills
1. Select and apply appropriate quantitative methods and computer software tools for the evaluation, analysis and solution of electronic and systems engineering problems and situations.
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2. Apply experimental methods in the laboratory relating to engineering design, manufacture and test
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3. Use relevant design, test and measurement equipment
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4. Execute and manage multi-disciplinary projects.
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5. Undertake practical testing of design ideas through laboratory work or simulation with technical analysis and critical evaluation of results.
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6. Apply engineering techniques taking account of environmental, industrial and commercial constraints
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(D) Transferable skills and other attributes
1. To communicate using professional standards of English, both orally and in writing, including, for instance, the results of technical investigations, to peers and/or to “problem owners”.
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2. To manage his or her own time; to meet deadlines;
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3. To work with others, being aware of the benefits and problems which teamwork can bring, having gained insights into the problems of team-based systems development.
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4. To use software in the context of problem-solving investigations, and to interpret findings
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5. To express problems in appropriate notations.
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6. To gain experience of, and to develop skills in, learning
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Part 3: Learning Outcomes of the Programme
independently of structured class work, including the use of on-line facilities to further self-study.
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7. To read and to use literature sources appropriate to the discipline to support learning activities.
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Part 4: Student Learning and Student Support
Teaching, learning and assessment strategies to enable learning outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated At UWE, Bristol there is a policy for a minimum average requirement of 12 hours/week contact time over the course of the full undergraduate programme. This contact time encompasses a range of face to face activities as described below. In addition a range of other learning activities will be embedded within the programme which, together with the contact time, will enable learning outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated. On the BEng Hons Electronic Engineering programme teaching is a mix of scheduled learning and independent learning. Scheduled learning includes lectures, tutorials, project supervision, demonstration, practical classes and workshops; external visits; Scheduled sessions may vary slightly depending on the module choices made. Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading, case study preparation, assignment preparation and completion etc. These sessions constitute an average time per level as indicated in the table below. Scheduled sessions may vary slightly depending on the module choices made. Placement learning: There is an opportunity to undertake a year long industrial placement between years 2 and 3.
Description of Distinctive Features and Support Academic Support Academic advice and support is the responsibility of those delivering the individual modules. Academic staff is expected to be available outside normal timetabled hours, either by appointment or during published "surgery" hours, in order to offer advice and guidance on matters relating to the material being taught and on its assessment. Students also have a personal academic tutor Developing graduate skills In year-1 students have group meetings with their Academic personal tutor to introduce reflection on graduate skills and career aspirations. Year 2 provides extensive opportunities toward placement and career planning, including sessions from university careers and placements team and from industrial recruitment personnel toward application and CV writing, and good interview techniques. In Year 3 students engage with developing their graduate skills through project work and their project supervisor. PAL The Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) scheme provides additional learning support for students by students. PAL leaders are recruited from the level 2, 3 and M cohorts each year and are trained in both facilitating learning and study skills. PAL leaders support taught modules by providing sessions in addition to lectures, labs and tutorials. Mathematics and Programming Support Additional support in mathematics outside of timetabled classes is available throughout the academic year via: (i) PAL sessions, (ii) Drop-in mathematics and programming helpdesks, “espressoMaths” and “espressoProgramming”
which are open every week day during term in social learning spaces. (iii) the Mathematics Resource Centre which is accessible by students using their swipe card and has
take-away leaflets, text books, module handbooks and reference material (iv) on-line support and electronic learning resources such as that Maths 1st Aid Kit leaflets, HELM
booklets and http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/ (v) Mathematical software such as Maple (which students may download for home use) and Matlab.
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Part 4: Student Learning and Student Support
Technology Enhanced Learning All modules on the programme are available via the university’s Virtual Learning Environment.
Computer based e-assessment is implemented in a number of modules, so that students can take regular short tests with automated computer generated feedback.
Recordings of some lectures (audio and/or video) are made available after classes via the university’s Virtual Learning Environment.
Pastoral Care
The faculty offers pastoral care through two routes:
Personal Academic Tutors: All level 1 students are assigned a Personal Academic Tutor, who is an academic member of staff in their department. Students meet individually with their tutor at least twice a year and also participate in group sessions with the Personal Academic Tutor’s tutor group (max size 15) during years 1 and 2. In year 3 project supervisors take on the role of Personal Academic Tutor.
Student Advisers, a team of administrative staff who provide comprehensive, full-time student support service on a drop-in basis or by appointment. Advisers are trained to provide advice on matters commonly of concern, including regulatory and other matters; the Adviser will, when necessary, advise the student to seek advice to from other professional services including the university's Centre for Student Affairs or from members of academic staff.
Facilities to Support Learning Within the Faculty of Environment and Technology student learning will be supported in the following distinctive ways : 1. Through provision of Open Access and other available computer laboratories that provide access to a
range of relevant computer based applications 2. Through provision of the System Support Helpdesk that provides a range of support for learning to
students including: support for a wide range of applications used by the students; help in the form of assistants who are trained to resolve many common student problems and help in the form of a large set of ‘help-sheet documents’, developed over a number of years, that cover a variety of common student requests for information.
3. Technical support staff are available in laboratory sessions and during project work. 4. Extensive laboratory facilities to support the technological modules. These include the Electronics
Laboratory (2N40) with facilities for investigation of electrical and electronic principles and circuit design, build and test, the Control and Telecommunications Laboratory (1N65) with facilities for control system analysis and design, the Microprocessors and Digital Systems laboratory (2N24).
5. Several Project Rooms which provide students with individual and group work spaces and the facilities. University-wide services include a Virtual Learning Environment (Blackboard), significant library facilities including dedicated services for international students, and a Global Student Support team.
Computing Facilities In addition to the wide range of computing facilities offered by the University, the Faculty runs a specialised system with 13 laboratories running Windows and 4 with the Linux operating system. The facilities are available on a 24 hours basis during term time, with swipe card access during evenings, at night and at weekends. The labs offer a variety of specialist engineering software, much of which is available for students to download for their home machines. In addition there is an Open Access lab, not used for teaching so giving access to machines at all times. Support for the computing system is provided with extensive information on the web, ranging from which lab has free machines (on a real time basis), where to find specific software packages and how to use the printing system, to problem solving and FAQs. A support desk, staffed largely by placement students, provides first line support to users during normal office hours.
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Part 5: Assessment
Approved variant to University Academic Regulations and Procedures
The Institution for Engineering and Technology accreditation requirements:
All level 2 and level 3 credits are considered when calculating the Degree classification. The degree classification for the 360 credit honours degrees BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering, BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering, BEng Robotics and BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering (or 480 credit honours degree with an integrated foundation year) is based upon all the marks achieved at level 3 and all the marks achieved at level 2. Marks achieved for level 3 credits are weighted three times the value of the marks for the level 2 credits (Paper AB16/05/07).
Part 6: Programme Structure
This structure diagram demonstrates the student journey from Entry through to Graduation for a full time student, including: level and credit requirements; interim award requirements; module diet, including compulsory and optional modules ENTRY
Year
1
Compulsory Modules UFMFJ9-30-1 Engineering Mathematics
UFMFCA-15-1 Practical Electronics
UFMFN7-15-1 C Programming
UFMFF8-30-1 Digital Principles
UFMFP8-15-1 Electrical & Electronic Principles A
UFMFVA-15-1 Electrical & Electronic Principles B
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Cert HE Electronic Engineering (120 credits, min. 100 credits at level 1 or above)
Year
2
Compulsory Modules UFMFKA-30-2 Microcontrollers Applications Group Laboratory
UFMFL9-15-2 Maths for Signals & Control
UFMFMA-15-2 Signal Processing & Circuits
UFMFHA-15-2 Project Management
UFMFV7-15-2 Control
UFMFQK-15-2 Digital Design 1
UFMFPK-15-2 Sensors, Transducers and Actuators
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Dip HE Electronic Engineering (240 credits, min. 100 credits at level 2 and a further 120 credits at level 1 or above)
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Year Out: Students may spend an optional year in a relevant industry. These students will be enrolled on UFMF89-15-3 Industrial Placement. All students are encouraged to take this option. Students who do not take a placement must take UFMFM7-15-3 Business Environment.
Year
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Compulsory Modules UFMFX8-30-3 Individual Project UFMFW7-15-3 Control System Design
Optional Modules 15 credits from: UFMF89-15-3 Industrial Placement UFMFM7-15-3 Business Environment UFMFCL-15-3 Engineering and Society 60 credits from: UFMFV8-15-3 Group Design & Integration Project UFMFH8-15-3 Digital Signal Processing UFMFE7-15-3 Analogue Electronics UFMFS7-15-3 Communications UFMFDE-15-3 Power Electronics UFMFD7-15-3 Energy Technologies
Interim Awards BEng Electronic Engineering (300 credits, min. 60 credits at Level 3 and a further 100 credits at Level 2 or above and 280 credits at Level 1 or above)
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Part 6: Programme Structure
This structure diagram demonstrates the student journey from Entry through to Graduation for a part time student, including: level and credit requirements; interim award requirements; module diet, including compulsory and optional modules
ENTRY
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Compulsory Modules UFMFCA-15-1 Practical Electronics
UFMFF8-30-1 Digital Principles
UFMFP8-15-1 Electrical & Electronic Principles A
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards None
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Year
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Compulsory Modules UFMFJ9-30-1 Engineering Mathematics
UFMFN7-15-1 C Programming
UFMFVA-15-1 Electrical & Electronic Principles B
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Certificate HE Electronic Engineering (120 credits, min. 100 credits at level 1 or above)
Year
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Compulsory Modules UFMFKA-30-2 Microcontroller Applications Group Laboratory UFMFL9-15-2 Maths for Signals & Control UFMFHA-15-2 Project Management
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards
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Compulsory Modules UFMFMA-15-2 Signal Processing & Circuits UFMFV7-15-2 Control UFMFQK-15-2 Digital Design 1
UFMFPK-15-2 Sensors, Transducers and Actuators
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Diploma HE Electronic Engineering (240 credits, min. 100 credits at level 2 and a further 120 credits at level 1 or above)
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Compulsory Modules UFMFH8-15-3 Digital Signal Processing UFMFS7-15-3 Communications UFMFE7-15-3 Analogue Electronics
Optional Modules 15 credits from UFMFDE-15-3 Power Electronics UFMFV8-15-3 Group Design & Integration Project Or UFMFD7-15-3 Energy Technologies
Interim Awards Dip HE Electronic Engineering if 1.2 entry point and 240 credits (220>=L1, 100>=L2)
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Year
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Compulsory Modules UFMFX8-30-3 Individual Project UFMFW7-15-3 Control System Design
Optional Modules UFMF89-15-3 Industrial Placement OR UFMFM7-15-3 Business Environment. OR UFMFCL-15-3 Engineering and Society
Interim Awards BEng Electronic Engineering (300 credits, min. 60 credits at Level 3 and a further 40 credits at Level 2 or above and a further 180 credits at Level 1 or above )
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Part 6: Programme Structure: BEng(Hons) Electronic Engineering level 3 top-up to complete the knowledge qualification for the level 6 degree apprenticeship standard Manufacturing Engineer
This structure diagram demonstrates the student journey from Entry through to Graduation for a typical part time student, including: level and credit requirements, interim award requirements, module diet, including compulsory and optional modules Progression to this level 3 top-up is via the FdSc Mechatronics delivered at University Centre Weston.
Entry: On completion of FdSc Mechatronics at University Centre Weston
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UFMFV8-15-3 Group Design and Integration Project UFMFDE-15-3 Power Electronics UFMFE7-15-3 Analogue Electronic Design
Choose 15 credits from: UFMFS7-15-3 Communications UFMFD7-15-3 Energy Technologies
Interim Awards: BEng Electronic Engineering 300 credits at appropriate level
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UFMFX8-30-3 Individual Project BEng UFMFW7-15-3 Control Systems and Design
Choose 15 credits from: UFMFM7-15-3 Business Environment. UFMFCL-15-3 Engineering and Society UFMF89-15-3 Industrial Placement
Programme Structure: Electrical / Electronic Technical Support Engineer Apprenticeship Standard
This structure diagram demonstrates the student journey from Entry through to Graduation for a typical part time student, including: level and credit requirements, interim award requirements, module diet, including compulsory and optional modules This is a part-time programme with split delivery between Gloucestershire College’s Cheltenham campus (Year 1.1 – 2.1) and UWE Bristol’s Frenchay Campus (Year 3.1 – 3.2).
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Compulsory Modules UFMFJ9-30-1 Engineering Mathematics UFMFF8-30-1 Digital Principles UFMFP8-15-1 Electrical and Electronic Principles A UFMFN7-15-1 Programming C
Optional Modules None
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Compulsory Modules UFMFCA-15-1 Practical Electronics UFMFMA-15-2 Signal Processing and Circuits UFMFVA-15-1 Electrical and Electronic Principles B UFMFQK-15-2 Digital Design 1 UFMFL9-15-2 Mathematics for Signals and Control
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Certificate HE Electronic Engineering (120 credits, min. 100 credits at level 1 or above)
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Compulsory Modules UFMFKA-30-2 Microcontrollers Applications Group Lab UFMFPK-15-2 Sensors, Transducers and Actuators UFMFHA-15-2 Project Management UFMFV7-15-2 Control
Optional Modules None
Interim Awards Diploma HE Electronic Engineering (240 credits, min. 100 credits at level 2 and a further 120 credits at level 1 or above)
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Compulsory Modules UFMFE7-15-3 Analogue Electronic Design UFMFS7-15-3 Communications UFMFH8-15-3 Digital Signal Processing
Optional Modules Choose 15 credits from: UFMFDE-15-3 Power Electronics UFMFD7-15-3 Energy Technologies UFMFV8-15-3 Group Design and Integration Project
Interim Awards: BEng Electronic Engineering 300 credits at appropriate level
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Compulsory Modules UFMFX8-30-3 Individual Project UFMFW7-15-3 Control Systems Design
Optional Modules Choose 15 credits from: UFMFM7-15-3 Business Environment. UFMF89-15-3 Industrial Placement
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Part 7: Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for this programme can be found at http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/H61D
Part 8: Reference Points and Benchmarks
Description of how the following reference points and benchmarks have been used in the design of the programme: QAA subject benchmark statements: All modules in the programme have been written to conform to the learning outcomes required by the Engineering Council UK. This is mandatory for accredited engineering programmes. The specific outcomes are derived from the requirements for electronic and digital engineering described in the The IET Handbook of Learning Outcomes for BEng and MEng programmes. The modules have been designed to ensure adequate and appropriate coverage of these outcomes across the levels of study. SEEC level descriptors have informed the design of the assessment of the learning outcomes. University strategies and policies: This programme is a refreshed and updated version of a programme that has run for many years. It has a long tradition of accepting students from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of entry qualifications. It accommodates student entry on a part-time basis at several points within the programme as well as having a tradition of direct entry to year 2 for full-time overseas students. Modules within the programme are also delivered within partner institutions regionally and globally. Foundation degrees and higher apprenticeship schemes have been developed in conjunction with academic and industrial partners as feeders into this programme. The new curriculum has been designed to take the best practice from the previous structure along with the introduction of online and electronic assessment. This, when combined with the new laboratories, will provide an enhanced student experience. Staff research projects: Research and industrial collaborations are key to several modules including UFMFHA-15-2, UFMFKA-30-2, UFMFE7-15-3, UFMFX8-30-3. There are strong links between the programme and the Institute for Bio-Sensing Technologies, the Bristol Robotics Lab, the Centre for Machine Vision and knowledge exchange programmes. Employer interaction and feedback: The Department of Engineering Design & Mathematics works with a number of industrial partners through two consortia and a newly formed industrial liaison panel. Feedback from employers during visits to placement students has also has also helped inform this revised programme. The programme provides part-time options which ensure an ongoing interaction with regional employers.
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of individual modules can be found in module specifications, available on the University’s website.
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Appendix 1 Mapping of knowledge, skills and behaviours from BEng Electronic Engineering to the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship Electrical/Electronic Technical Support Engineer Apprenticeship Standard
Completed by Hameed Okyere/Mokhtar Nibouche Date: 27/06/2019
Knowledge Assessment method (EPA)
Assessment method (PEI)
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Module code(s) Comments
K1-Mathematics and science for engineers
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI (Exams and Logbook)
Yes UFMFJ9-30-1 UFMFL9-15-2 UFMFF8-30-1 UFMFP8-15-1 UFMFPK-15-2 UFMFVA-15-1
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K2-Materials and manufacture
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI (Logbook)
Partial UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFMA-15-2 UFMFKA-30-2
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K3-3D Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided engineering
Case Studies Presentation
Degree / PEI (Exams & Logbook)
Yes UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFMA-15-2 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFQK-15-2 UFMFH8-15-3 UFMFVA-15-1 UFMFJ9-30-1
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K4-How to undertake and apply business led projects
Case Studies Presentation
Degree / PEI (Exam, Logbook & Project/demonstration)
Yes UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFMA-15-2 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3 UFMFHA-15-2
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K5-Understanding actuators and sensors
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI/Logbook (Exam, logbook & demonstration)
Yes UFMFPK-15-2 UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFVA-15-1
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
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K6-Electrical and electronic principles and electronic devices and applications
Case Studies Presentation
Degree / PEI/Logbook (Exam, logbook & demonstration)
Yes UFMFPK-15-2 UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFVA-15-1 UFMFP8-15-1 UFMFDE-15-3
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K7-Product improvement and engineering project management
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI/Logbook (Exam, logbook & demonstration)
Yes UFMFHA-15-2 UFMFX8-30-3 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFKA-30-2
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
K8-Digital electronics and microprocessors
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI/Logbook (Exam, logbook & demonstration)
Yes UFMFF8-30-1 UFMFQK-15-2 UFMFN7-15-1UFMFKA-30-2
PEI working closely together with Parent company as knowledge is applied in work environment
Skills Assessment method (EPA)
Assessment method
Covered (yes/no)
Module code(s) Comments
S1-Comply with statutory and organisational safety requirements and demonstrate a responsible and disciplined approach
Case Studies Presentation and Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI (Exams and logbook)
partial UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFVA-15-1 UFMFHA-15-2 UFMFDE-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3
Assessed through project work and logbook documentation (reflection log)
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to risk mitigation, avoidance and management
S2- Carry out project management on engineering activities
Case Studies Presentation
Degree / PEI (logbook)
Yes UFMFHA-15-2 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFX8-30-3
Assessed through project work, presentation and logbook documentation (reflection log)
S3- Produce presentations and work to engineering specifications and briefs, presenting and technical problem solving
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree / PEI (Exam, Logbook & Groupwork/Group report)
Yes UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3
Assessed through project work, presentation and logbook documentation (reflection log)
S4- Schedule and manage engineering activities
Case Studies Presentation
Degree / PEI (Exams, Logbook & Project (report/demo)
Yes UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3
Assessed through project work, presentation and logbook documentation (reflection log)
S5- Undertake electrical/electronic product manufacturing and testing activities
Occupational Professional Discussion
Degree (Log Book, Demo & Presentation)
Yes UFMFCA-15-1 UFMFKA-30-2 UFMFMA-15-2 UFMFV8-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3
Assessed through project work, presentation and logbook documentation (reflection log)
S6- Demonstrate technical and commercial management in planning and managing tasks & resources
Case Studies Presentation
Degree (Log Book, Report and Demonstration)
Yes UFMFX8-30-3
Comprises of several other modules that have project-based learning.
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Behaviours Assessment method (EPA)
Assessment method
Covered (yes/no)
Module code(s) Comments
B1- Safety mindset. The importance of complying with statutory and organisational health, safety and risk management requirements and the implications if these are not adhered to
Case Studies Presentation and Occupational Professional Discussion
Logbook & Report Yes All modules with practical aspect in them
Comprises of several other modules that have practical-based learning.
B2- Strong work ethic: Has a positive attitude, motivated by engineering; dependable, ethical, responsible and reliable
Occupational Professional Discussion
Logbook & Report Yes All Modules
B3- Logical approach: Able to structure a plan and
Case Studies Presentation
Logbook, Presentation, Demo & Report
Yes All modules with project aspect in them
Most project based (and group-based modules) require students to communicate their findings.
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develop activities following a logical thought process, but also able to quickly “think on feet” when working through them
B4- Problem solving orientation: Identifies issues quickly, enjoys solving complex problems and applies appropriate solutions. Has a strong desire to push to ensure the true root cause of any problem is found and a solution identified which prevents further recurrence.
Case Studies Presentation
Logbook, Report & Presentation
(Yes) UFMFJ9-30-1 UFMFL9-15-2 UFMFMA-15-2 UFMFH8-15-3 UFMFX8-30-3
Partly assessed as part of degree. Mainly at work.
B5- Quality focus: Follows rules, procedures and principles in ensuring work completed is fit for purpose and pays attention to detail / error checks throughout activities.
Case Studies Presentation
Report & presentation
Yes All Modules
B6- Personal responsibility and resilience: Motivated to succeed
Occupational Professional Discussion
Report and Presentation
Yes UFMFV8-30-3 UFMFHA-15-2 UFMFV8-15-3
Task distribution is assessed through report and presentation. Mainly at work
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accountable and persistent to complete task
B7- Clear communicator: Uses a variety of appropriate communication methods to give/receive information accurately, and in a timely and positive manner
Case Studies Presentation
Logbook, Presentations, Report & Demonstration
Yes All modules
B8- Team player: Not only plays own part but able to work and communicate clearly and effectively within a team and interacts/ helps others when required. In doing so applies these skills in a respectful professional manner
Case Studies Presentation
Report, presentation & Demo
Yes All project-based modules
Problem Based Learning
B9- Applies Lean Manufacturing Principles: Demonstrates continuous improvement in driving effectiveness and efficiency
Case Studies Presentation
No Mainly at work.
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B10- Adaptability: Able to adjust to different conditions, technologies, situations and environments
Occupational Professional Discussion
Report & presentation
Yes All project-based modules
All group-based modules have a component assessing this. Mainly at work.
B11- Self-Motivation: A ‘self-starter’, who always wants to give their best, sets themselves challenging targets, can make their own decisions
Occupational Professional Discussion
Report (No) All Modules Mainly assessed at work
B12- Willingness to learn: Wants to drive their continuous professional development
Occupational Professional Discussion
No All Modules
B13- Commitment: Able to commit to the beliefs, goals and standards of their own employer and to the wider industry and its professional standards
Occupational Professional Discussion
No Mainly at work.
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First CAP Approval Date
May 2013
Revision CAP Approval Date
31 January 2017
Version 3 (ID 4160)
August 2017 4 Link to APT (ID 4382)
20 Sep 2019 5 Link to DA Proposal Form (ID 5273)
Next Periodic Curriculum Review due date
Date of last Periodic Curriculum Review
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