BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Extended modules
Chemical Science and the Environment (20 credits)
Year 1 core modules
- Chemical Science and the Environment
- Communication and Laboratory Skills
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science
- Fundamentals of Mathematics for Engineering A
- Fundamentals of Mathematics for Engineering B
- Materials and Mechanics Engineering Science
Year 2 core modules
- Digital Electronics and Microprocessors
- Electrical and Electronic Principles
- Engineering Design and CAD
- Engineering Mathematics
- Group Design Project (Electronics and Control)
- Physics and Instrumentation
- Professional Skills
- Properties of Materials
Year 3 core modules
- Communications Systems
- Digital Electronics and Embedded Systems
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Machines
- Electronics and Networks
- Engineering Management and Leadership Skills
- Linear Systems and Control
- Mathematics for Electrical and Instrumentation Engineers
Final-year core modules
- Control System Design and Implementation
- Digital Communications
- Electrical Power and Drive Systems
- Electronics
- Employment Skills
- Programmable Logic Controllers and Distributed Control Systems
- Project
Non-credit bearing optional modules
- A foreign language: German, French, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)
- In-sessional Academic English (for international students)
- Professional Mentoring
You may select one or more of these modules.
Modules offered may vary.
Chemistry underpins many of the basic principles required by engineers, and is of particular relevance to the understanding of environmental issues. This module provides you with an overview of basic chemistry, and the application of scientific concepts in the context of the environment.
Topics covered include the Periodic Table, atomic theory, acids and alkalis, chemical reactions, organic chemistry, environmental pollution, its effect and treatment, energy resources, generation and use, waste management, sustainable engineering, building technologies and transport.