International Year One in Engineering

This unit enables students to develop an understanding of the physical principles electrical and electronic systems, and analyse simple circuits which incorporate passive and active components.

You will be provided with an introduction to a computer algebra system as a learning tool for basic algebraic techniques. You will be taken through a revision of elementary coordinate geometry, trigonometry and complex numbers. The module provides a foundation in engineering mathematics for students in mechanical and electrical engineering. Specialised software will support the delivery of this module.

You will develop your English communication skills and learn a range of study skills including: writing and reading strategies, presentation and seminar participation, organisation of time and materials, meeting deadlines and responding to feedback. When you have completed this module, you will be able to take notes and write essays in English. You should also have the confidence to give presentations, answer follow-up questions and contribute to seminar discussions. In addition, you will develop analytical skills necessary for problem solving in the world of engineering.

This module will introduce the essential principles of applied mechanics. Students will cover principles such as kinematics and dynamics, work, energy power, impulse and momentum.

This unit will provide an introduction to transistors and the small-signal equivalent circuits, the use of operational amplifiers and the operation of combinational and sequential digital logic circuits.

This module aims to enhance knowledge and understanding of electrical and electronic circuits by completing a set of practical experiments. Students will also gain experience in practical design and manufacture related to electrical engineering.

You will learn how to safely carry out a range of basic workshop procedures using standard processes, and you should be able to demonstrate a commitment to undertaking the on-going personal development required to become a professional engineer. You will also carry out an experimental procedure in a range of different engineering disciplines and process data collected during an experiment to produce a formal written report with conclusions.

You will be provided with a good appreciation of the mechanical properties and behaviours that influence electrical systems, and be introduced to how parameters are measured. You will be taught how to appropriately use basic measurement principles and data treatment. The module will enable you to describe mechanical parameters such as heat, temperature, stress and strain, and design basic measurement systems for key mechanical parameters.

To introduce the essential principles of material science, applications and processing methods of different material groups.

This module aims to provide an overview of the operation of modern microprocessors/microcontrollers and the mechanisms used to represent and process information. Design and implementation applications are written in both low level and high level languages.

You will be taught how to apply the laws of thermodynamics to open and closed systems, and how to analyse heat and work transfers during thermodynamic processes and cycles. You will also analyse hydrostatics and fluid flow, and apply the governing equations of fluid dynamics for simplified flow.

Nationality: Available to international and EU students
Age: 18+
English language: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5* (minimum 5.5 in writing and all other skill areas)                                 November Intake Only: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0* (minimum 5.0 in writing and all other skill areas)

Good high school graduation grades or equivalent, plus one year of further study. Please see below. If you have any questions, please contact us.

This course will help you raise your English language skills to the level you need to start your programme. It is delivered through Study Group's Virtual Study Centre, students will have the opportunity to learn alongside other international students.

10 weeks

To progress to the International Year One in September 2021:

You will need an Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 overall (and in all sub skills)

Course dates: 28/06/2021 - 03/09/2021

Joining us on campus

You can start your studies with a UKVI- approved Secure English Language Test (SELT), provided you have met all the programme entry requirements.

The test results must have been achieved in the past 24 months and meet the minimum English equivalency score for your chosen programme.

• IELTS Academic for UKVI
• Trinity Integrated Skills in English
• Pearson PTE Academic UKVI
• Language Cert SELT

Starting your studies virtually from home and coming to campus at a later date

You can start your studies virtually with a UKVI-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) as above or you can provide proof of your English language proficiency with an alternative test. This is possible because you do not need a Student Visa to start virtually from your home country.

You will need to obtain a SELT with the required minimum score to make a Student Visa application in order to come to campus.

The test results must have been achieved in the past 24 months and meet the minimum English equivalency score for your chosen programme.

Alternative tests accepted include:

• IELTS Academic
• IELTS Indicator
• Pearson PTE Academic
• Language Cert International ESOL
• TOEFL iBT/iBT Home addition
• Cambridge ESOL
• Duolingo
• Linguaskill
• Oxford Test of English

Progression to MEng possible, only once student is at university and meets specific conditions:

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)