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Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship
Embedded Electronic Systems Design & Development Engineer Apprenticeship
Level 6
Cheltenham
Course Overview
Part Time
Certificate
Certificate
This apprenticeship Standard is suitable for an engineer who applies their knowledge of electronics and embedded software to the design of circuits or devices that provide a useful function, that are capable of being manufactured at a competitive cost, and that are reliable and safe. This involves the use of the engineer’s knowledge of electronics and electronic principles, married to an expertise in the end use of the final product. This apprenticeship is suitable for engineers working in a wide range of sectors to rely on embedded systems design including telecommunications, information and computer technology, defence, energy (including renewables), transport and consumer electronics.
Delivery model and duration:
Part time study with the first 3 years at Gloucestershire College Cheltenham Campus, the remaining two years at UWE Bristol
Duration: 60 months + 6 months
Qualification: BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering Degree
Ideal for:
• Hardware Engineer
• Software Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Design Engineer
The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:
• Professional engineering skills
• Electrical circuit theory
• Analogue and digital design techniques
• Fundamentals of structured software design
• Structured programming for embedded software
• Mathematical modelling techniques for circuit design
• Embedded software development
• Thermal management
Benefits for learners:
• Flexible study towards a higher education qualification
• Improve your career prospects
• Gain high level technical knowledge and practical experience
• Progress your career quickly
Benefits to business:
• Increase future productivity
• Keep the business up to date with the latest knowledge and innovative practice
• Deliver on the job training to employees tailored to business needs
• Develop and retain existing staff by offering support and a fresh perspective
End Point Assessment
The End Point Assessment will test learners’ competencies in their roles, and be undertaken as follows: Occupational competence assessment is based on two assessment components through an approved end point assessment organisation.
Method 1 – Case studies presentation underpinned by supporting evidence
Method 2 – Occupational professional discussion underpinned by an occupational competence report and supporting evidence report and supporting evidence.
| Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours |
| Design functional electronic systems and circuits from component level |
| Write and document structured code to comply with industry norms |
| Mathematical modelling |
| Awareness of international standards and compliance requirements for the products deigned |
| Safety mind-set |
| Strong work ethic |
| Logical approach |
| Problem solving orientation |
| Quality focus |
| Team player |
| Willingness and commitment |
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5 GCSEs at grade 9 - 4 or A* - C including maths, English and science, technology or engineering related subjects and A Levels at grade C or above in both a mathematical based subject and a science, tech, engineering or additional mathematics related subject, or 90+ credits in an Engineering BTEC. Learners must have the equivalent to 112 UCAS points.
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Completers may want to progress to Masters qualification – Level 7
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If you would like to apply for this course, please add it to your shortlist. You may then add further courses to your shortlist or continue to complete your application.
Engineering covers a wide range of careers and exciting job opportunities. You could work in communications, electrical or electronic engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, medical technology, power systems and transport – to name a few!
Studying engineering at Gloucestershire College not only gives you the opportunity to get career-focused qualifications, but you’ll also have access to some of the best facilities available, which are vital to support study in this technology-based field.
Engineering is a key sector in Gloucestershire, so you’ll get excellent opportunities for work experience with our employer partners. You’ll also be in a great position to progress on to a range of higher apprenticeships, trailblazer degree programmes and foundation degrees that are validated by the University of the West of England, and delivered by the College at our Gloucester Campus.
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