MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
or
MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Communications Technology
or
MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Level 4
or
MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering – Level 4
or
MCAST Diploma in

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.

The assessment of MCAST-BTEC Higher National qualifications is criterion-referenced. Learners will be required to produce valid, sufficient and reliable evidence that relates directly to the specified criteria in each study unit. Learners will receive constructive feedback for the work they undertake as well as guidance which is aimed at helping them improve their performance on the course. Assignments are presented to students in the form of a time constrained assignment or home assignment or a mix of both.

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 electronic and control systems to required specifications
4. Apply digital and power electronic principles to find solutions to practical engineering problems.

Analytical Methods for Engineers
Engineering Science
Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation
Electrical and Electronics Principles

Microprocessor Systems
Combinational and Sequential Logic
Computer Programming Techniques
Electronic Principles
Business Management Techniques foe Engineers
Further Analytical Methods for Engineers
Engineering Design
Advanced Mathematics for Engineering
Programmable Logic Controllers
Application of Power Electronics
Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits
Plant and Process Control

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering (Level 6)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics Engineering (Level 6)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronic Communications (Level 6)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power G

Assistant electronics engineer
Head of technicians
Lead technician
Technical supervisor
Assistant research engineer