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HNC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

  • Start date:   August 2025
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 7
  • Course Type:   Full-time

HNC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

This course is for those wanting to pursue a career in electrical engineering at technician level. If you already have work experience, this course will widen your understanding about engineering and will allow you to become more employable/allow for career progression in your current employment.

Start date – August 2025
End date –  June 2026
SCQF Level -  7
Mode –  Full time
Duration: 1 year

Covering all aspects of electrical engineering, this course includes DC, AC and three phase systems and machines.

 

  • What the course includes

    • Communication practical skills
    • Single phase AC circuits
    • Mathematics for engineering
    • Electrical networks and resonance
    • Electrical safety
    • Fundamentals of control systems and transducers
    • Electrical machine principles
    • Three phase systems
    • Power electronics

     

Why choose this course

This course is designed for individuals who are passionate about pursuing a career in electrical engineering. Whether you aim to work as a technician, providing essential technical support, or as an engineer, designing and implementing innovative solutions, this program will provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic field of engineering. It is ideal for those seeking to develop a strong understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

You will be taught by a dedicated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic team of lecturers who will support you throughout your HNC.

You’ll also have the exciting opportunity to study as an associate student of Edinburgh Napier University, securing your place at the university for either second or third year in various engineering degree programs.

This unique pathway guarantees you a smooth transition to university, while also opening doors for progression to other top universities across the country including Herriot Watt, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Whether you’re aiming for university or a rewarding career in engineering, this course gives you the tools and opportunities to make your ambitions a reality.

Entry requirements

  • NC in Engineering 
  • Higher Maths 
  • Higher Physics 
  • Relevant industrial experience 

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education: HND, Degree-level of study.  

    You may be able to gain direct entry to year 2 of a degree course once you complete your HNC. 

    Past students have progressed onto further study at Napier, Heriot-Watt, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Strathclyde University some of top universities in Scotland specialising in –Electrical Engineering, Energy and Environmental Engineering and Engineering with Management. (Electrical Engineering).

    Employment: Graduate apprenticeship to qualify at technician level; foundation for engineering and technical jobs, including design, manufacture, servicing, maintaining and testing complex engineering systems.  

    Past students have found employment with companies such as West Lothian Council, Plexus, Mitsubishi, JBT, Volvo, Click Netherfield and Babcock.

Interview arrangements

If we invite you for interview, plan to be in college for one hour. Bring evidence of any qualifications stated on your application form. 

We will ask you to complete an aptitude test with questions testing some standard mathematics and English skills. 

For all applicants, the interview will involve: 

  • Interview with two members of the engineering team (10 minutes)- they will ask you about your interests and why you want to study engineering 
  • An overview of the course and time for you to ask any further questions
  • Tour of the workshops

Fees, Finance & Funding

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more. 

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