MCAST Foundation Certificate
or
2 SEC/O-Level passes
Compulsory: Mathematics
Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology

A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course.

The programme provides a basic work related qualification. It is also an opportunity to consider progression to higher level courses in the field of electrical and electronics 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 modern engineering industry.

Learners will be expected to actively participate in the learning programme which is made up of various study units. Assignments expect learners to produce the evidences necessary which prove that the necessary knowledge and prescribed skills have been understood.

1. Work safely, efficiently and effectively in the engineering workplace
2. 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.

Working Safely and Effectively in Engineering
Interpreting and Using Engineering Information.
Mathematics for Engineering Technicians.
Applied Electrical and Mechanical Science for Engineering.
Specialist Units
Electronic Devices and Communication Applications.
Electronic Circuit Construction.
PC Hardware and Software Installation and Configuration.
Option A
Operation and Maintenance of Electrical Systems and Components.
Option B
Operation and Maintenance of Electronic Systems and Components.

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