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2017/18 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BEng Electronic Engineering

Programme code:BEN-ELEC/ELEUCAS code:H615
Duration:3 Years Method of Attendance: Full Time
Programme manager:Mr Roland Clarke Contact address:R.G.Clarke@leeds.ac.uk

Total credits: 360

Entry requirements:

- AAA A-Levels including A-Level Mathematics
- A wide range of other qualifications accepted.

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:

Engineering

Programme specification:

Aims

- To provide in-depth education in the key underpinning topics of electronic engineering such as electronic circuit theory, electromagnetism, electronic materials, computing and communications.
- To offer specialisation in topics in electronic engineering including integrated circuit design and manufacture, embedded systems design and hardware/software interfacing, and microwave engineering.
- To provide a research-led curriculum and learning approaches in all topics, in particular in integrated circuit design and manufacture, embedded systems design and hardware/software interfacing, and microwave engineering.
- To demonstrate the application of electronic engineering in a wide range of industry sectors.
- To develop students' generic and transferable skills in written/verbal communication, management, leadership and business for careers in engineering or other professions.
- To provide extensive practical experience of electronic engineering through laboratory work and the completion of an extensive independent project in every year of study.
- To meet the educational requirements expected of a 3 year Engineering programme, in compliance with UK-SPEC, to contribute to progression to Chartered Membership of the Institution of Engineering and Technology and registration with ECUK as a Chartered Engineer.


Objectives
On completion of the 3 year BEng programme, graduates will be able to:

- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the underlying science and mathematics of electronic engineering.
- Apply mathematical and computer models to electronic engineering problems.
- Apply knowledge and understanding of analogue and digital electronics to engineering projects.
- Apply a systems approach to electronic engineering problems.
- Show competence in the use of modern software and hardware tools, materials, components and equipment for the design, construction and test of electronic components, circuits and systems.
- Demonstrate a range of design skills including the ability to identify design constraints and to appreciate user needs.
- Demonstrate creativity in the design of electronic engineering projects.
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the commercial, economic and societal aspects of electronic engineering and understand the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering.
- Show awareness of the legal frameworks governing electronic engineering, including governmental legislation, intellectual property and contractual issues.
- Show awareness of the environmental and sustainability, health and safety and risk assessment issues associated with electronics.
- Understand appropriate codes of practice and industry standards including quality standards, and be familiar with dealing with technical uncertainty.
- Use a wide range of technical literature and other information sources.
- Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication.


Year1 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Compulsory modules:

Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:-

ELEC1130Circuit Analysis and Design20 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
ELEC1140Circuit Theory10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC1405Communications Networks and Signals10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC1420Communications Systems10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC1620Digital Electronics and Microcontrollers20 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
ELEC1704Further Engineering Mathematics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC1900Physical Electronics 110 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC1901Physical Electronics 210 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Optional modules:

Students without A level mathematics (with at least Grade B) may be required by the School to take ELEC1701 instead of ELEC1702 and ELEC1703.

ELEC1701Introduction to Engineering Mathematics20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Students without A level mathematics (with at least Grade B) may be required by the School to take ELEC1701 instead of ELEC1702 and ELEC1703.

ELEC1702Engineering Mathematics10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC1703Algorithms and Numerical Mathematics10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for progression/award.


Year2 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Compulsory modules:

Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:-

ELEC2130Electronic Circuit Design10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC2140High Frequency Electronics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC2240Transistors and Optoelectronic Devices20 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
ELEC2430Communications Theory20 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
ELEC2530Power Electronics10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC2540Control Systems10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC2645Embedded Systems Project20 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC2660Mobile Applications Project20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for progression/award.

Optional modules:


Year3 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Compulsory modules:

Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:-

ELEC3030Professional Studies10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC3285Integrated Circuit Design10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC3360RF and Microwave Engineering10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC3430Digital Communications10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC3662Embedded Systems20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC3875Individual Engineering Project50 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)

Students who are on the BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering Programme must take the following module instead of ELEC3885:-
ELEC3875 Individual Engineering Project

Optional modules:

ELEC3575Electric Power Systems10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC3612Digital Media Engineering10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for award.

Last updated: 25/08/2017

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