Cert (PC) Electronics
Academic Year 2017/18
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.
Programme Title |
Cert (PC) Electronics |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Certificate |
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Programme Code |
ELE-PC-EN |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
H610 (DESCR) 100 |
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Criteria for Admissions There is no direct entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Electronics. This award is only available to students who exit before completion of the MSc in Electronics programme but satisfy the conditions of the award of a Postgraduate Certificate. |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
120 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Electronics, Electrical Engineering & Computer Sci |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Engineering (2015) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations To be awarded a pass for a module, students must achieve a satisfactory performance (40% or more) in all of the specified compulsory elements (such as examination and coursework) as well as achieving an overall pass mark (50% or more) for the module. |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
On completion of the programme the student will be able to:
To provide an opportunity for graduates in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering to extend, enhance and update their knowledge and experience, and for other suitably qualified students to acquire the capability for professional involvement in Electronics.
To develop critical and analytical problem solving skills and transferable skills that relate to literacy, numeracy, computing, team-working and personal presentations and interactions to prepare graduates for their future career.
Distinctive features:
teaching is informed by top grade research;
staff are accessible;
many aspects are supported by practical design examples.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyse and design advanced engineering systems/components. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, and tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods are linked to the learning outcomes for each module and include; written examinations; laboratory/workshops; coursework, design exercises, and reports. |
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Analyse, evaluate and interpret engineering data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Analysis of results from coursework exercises and experimental work. Examples from lectures and tutorials. Methods of Assessment Assessment methods include; written examinations; laboratory/workshops; coursework, designs, reports. |
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Formulate and test concepts and hypotheses. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, and tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Written examinations; laboratory/workshops; coursework, designs, reports. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Make effective use of communication skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Production of written coursework in taught modules. Methods of Assessment Coursework assessment includes written reports |
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Make effective use of Information Technology. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Coursework including use of specialised CAD and modelling packages as appropriate to the individual module. Use of word processing, spreadsheets, etc in production of coursework. Methods of Assessment Coursework assessment, including written reports. |
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Demonstrate problem solving skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, tutorial examples . Methods of Assessment Written examinations; coursework, design exercises, and reports. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant principles, methodologies and analytical methods |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Written examinations; coursework, design exercises and reports |
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Prepare descriptive and interpretative technical reports. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Coursework in taught modules. Methods of Assessment Written coursework. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply analytical and numerical techniques to a range of electronic engineering design and analysis problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Written examinations; coursework, design exercises, and reports |
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Apply software, hardware and CAD skills as appropriate to electronic engineering problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Written examinations; coursework, design exercises, and reports |
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Identify critical parameters in the analysis, design and evaluation of advanced electronic systems and components. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, coursework assignments, tutorial examples. Methods of Assessment Written examinations; coursework, design exercises, and reports |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
High Frequency Technology and Design |
ELE8058 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Digital Signal Processing |
ELE8059 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Intelligent Systems and Control |
ELE8066 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Wireless Communications |
ELE8078 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Smart Grids |
ELE8080 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Sustainable Energy Systems |
ELE8082 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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MEMS Devices & Technology |
ELE8083 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Microelectronics Devices & Technology |
ELE8084 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Wireless Sensor Systems |
ELE8096 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
20% |
0% |
80% |
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Notes
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