Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Semester 1 highlights

It has been an exciting and productive semester for our Electrical and Electronic Engineering students.

Foundation students have been introduced to core engineering principles while gaining experience in laboratory sessions. They have also begun working with circuit simulation and design tools as part of their preparatory studies.

First-year students started by exploring key applications of electrical and electronic engineering. They investigated fundamental electrical quantities and components, alongside the principles and laws essential for analysing electrical circuits. In addition, they examined emerging geopolitical challenges and the increasing global demand for energy security. Their learning also included engineering design, professional practice, and the use of modern engineering tools and technologies. They also explored cross-disciplinary concepts such as engineering mechanics to broaden their foundational understanding.

Second-year students have been deepening their knowledge of engineering products and their commercial considerations, while advancing their skills in designing systems with sensing capabilities and modern microcontrollers. They have strengthened their embedded systems programming skills and enhanced their ability to design and control intelligent embedded solutions.

Final-year students have been developing proposals for their individual projects and documenting their learning needs and progress through project journals. Many students are pursuing innovative topics in renewable energy and artificial intelligence, demonstrating both creativity and strong technical ambition.

Many students across the programme have shown a strong interest in securing industrial placements. They have benefitted from valuable guidance from the Careers Team and have been working on developing professional CVs in preparation for upcoming placement opportunities. 
Our Electrical and Electronic students have a track record of securing placements with Capula, BMW, GE Vernova and more.

Foundation students will continue to build their knowledge of the engineering design process and associated tools. They will also strengthen their understanding of materials science within an engineering context.

First-year students will move on to more specific circuit analysis, learning the theories and practical techniques required to analyse both digital and analogue circuits. They will also develop a deeper appreciation of lifelong learning and the importance of continuous professional development within the engineering profession.

Second-year students will progress to control systems, alongside further study of circuit design, modelling, and manufacturing techniques. They will also select their specialist pathway i.e. either Electronic and Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering, helping them shape their career direction in a more focused manner.

Final-year students will continue their major project work, applying advanced engineering theories and techniques to address a defined engineering problem. They will prepare to present their individual outcomes at GradEx.