Frisela Skendaj
Staff profile
I deliver online Engineering courses providing flexible, user-friendly access to learning materials on any device. The structured course design includes comprehensive materials, study guides, and practical kits where needed, allowing learners to study at their own pace and fit education around their lifestyle.
- Online Tutor (Electrical & Electronic Engineering)
What do you enjoy most about your role at Teesside University?
I’m deeply passionate about my role. I strongly believe in the value of academic knowledge and practical learning, and I enjoy providing personalised academic support, helping students with exam preparation.
Tell us about your career
I am originally from Greece, and I hold a 1st Class MEng in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of West Attica, where I graduated with the second-highest grade in my department. I further expanded my expertise as a Visiting Student in Biomedical Engineering at Imperial College London, studying MSc-level modules in biomechanics, statistics, physiology, and medical device certification.
Alongside my studies, I gained hands-on research experience as a Laboratory Research Assistant at microSENSES Lab, where I helped develop flexible electronic devices, leading to three scientific publications and international conference presentations. Additionally, through an Erasmus+ internship at the University of Bath, I contributed to research on flexible PCBs for non-invasive glucose monitoring.
I’ve worked as a private tutor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics, supporting students at both university and school levels. I am also planning to pursue a PhD in Nanotechnology in the UK.
What’s been the highlight of your career so far?
I spearheaded the development of a prototype flexible skin-temperature sensor for heatstroke and skin cancer prevention.
Tell us about the course you are teaching
TUOL’s 100% online HNC and HND courses in Electrical and Electronic Engineering blend theory with real-world applications and are designed in collaboration with industry. Delivered through TUOL’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), they offer flexible access to comprehensive learning materials.
The curriculum covers core electrical principles, from basic concepts like current, voltage, and Kirchhoff’s Laws to solving complex DC and AC circuits. Students also explore waveform control, harmonics, and signal filtering.
In electronics, the course covers key components such as diodes and transistors, along with analogue circuits, amplifiers, and logic gates. This structured program equips students with essential skills for career progression or further study.
Why should students consider studying this course with TUOL?
Our HNC and HND courses in Electrical & Electronic Engineering are 100% online offering flexibility, accessibility, and expert support, making them ideal for students balancing education with other commitments. Each module includes comprehensive study packs with guides, lessons, self-assessments, and practical assignments. For hands-on modules, the University provides practical kits and software, enabling remote practical work.
Students receive personalised feedback and have direct access to tutors via 1-2-1 video calls, email, and online forums.
Upon completion, students can progress to the next stage of a relevant degree or enter a career in design, manufacturing, maintenance, IT, or project management, with opportunities to move into senior roles.
Designed in collaboration with industry, the course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, equipping students for roles in electrical and electronic design, manufacturing, testing, and fault-finding.
With interactive tools, discussion forums, and a structured support system, the courses provide a well-rounded, career-focused learning experience, helping students succeed while managing their personal and professional commitments.
