UNIVERSITY OF KENT AT CANTERBURY UKC Programme Specification Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she passes the programme. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found [either by following the links provided or in the programme handbook]. The accuracy of the information contained in this specification is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering with a Year in Industry BEng(Hons) Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng(Hons) Electronic and Communications Engineering with a Year in Industry 1. Awarding Institution/Body 2. Teaching Institution 3. School responsible for management of the programme 4. Teaching Site 5. Mode of Delivery 6. Programme accredited by: 7. Final Award 8. Programmes and 9. UCAS codes 10. Credits/ECTS Value 11. Study Level 12. Relevant QAA subject benchmarking group/s 13. Date of production/revision University of Kent University of Kent Engineering and Digital Arts Canterbury campus Full-Time Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) BEng(Hons), Certificate, Diploma, BEng, MEng H619: BEng(Hons) Electronic and Communications Engineering H604: BEng(Hons) Electronic and Communications Engineering with a Year in Industry H607: MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering H608: MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering with a Year in Industry 360 credits (180 ECTS) (BEng) 480 credits (240 ECTS) (MEng) Levels 6 and 7 Engineering July 2009/Oct 2015 1 14. Intended Start Date of Delivery of this Programme 2015 entry onwards 15. Educational Aims of the Programme The programme aims to: 1. Educate students to become electronic engineers who are well equipped for professional careers in development, research and production in industry and universities, and who are well adapted to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing subject. 2. Produce professional electronic engineers with a well-balanced knowledge of electronic and communication engineering including digital, analogue, fixed and mobile communications, and also featuring instrumentation, control, and digital systems. 3. Enable students to satisfy the professional requirements of the IET for C.Eng. registration. 4. Provide for all students academic guidance and welfare support given by academic advisors and dedicated professional services staff. 5. Create an atmosphere of co-operation and partnership between staff and students, and offer the students a community environment where, with staff and peers, they can develop their potential in terms of electronic engineering and a rich set of transferable skills. The Year in Industry programme additionally aims to: Give an opportunity to gain experience as an engineer working in a professional environment. To develop employment-related skills, including an understanding of how you relate to the structure and function in an organisation, via a year in industry. The MEng programme additionally aims to: Produce high calibre professional engineers with advanced knowledge of modern electronic communication systems. Enable students to fully satisfy all of the educational requirements for Membership of the IET and Chartered Engineer status. 2 16. Programme Outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme outcomes have references (B, M) to the subject benchmarking statement for Engineering. For more information on the skills provided by individual modules and on the specific learning outcomes associated with the Certificate and Diploma awards, see the module mapping. Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated Knowledge and Understanding A. Knowledge and understanding of: 1. Mathematical principles relevant to Teaching/learning electronic and communications Lectures; tutorial lectures; demonstrator-led engineering, specifically examples classes; tutor led small group underpinning circuit analysis and supervisions; project work; laboratory design, RF and microwave design, experiments and computer-based signal processing and assignments. Case studies on industry hotcommunication networks (B2). topics and emerging technologies. In 2. Scientific principles and particular the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year projects methodology relevant to electronic give hands-on experience of electronic and communications engineering design and project management. with an emphasis on practical applications in electronic Assessment engineering and communication Written unseen examinations; Assessed systems (B1). coursework in the form of examples class 3. Advanced concepts of analogue assignments, laboratory write-ups, assessed and digital circuits and systems, project work, assignments and essays and telecommunications and class tests. instrumentation, influenced by ongoing and current industrial needs and informed by internationally recognised relevant research expertise. 4. The value of intellectual property and contractual issues for professional and entrepreneurial engineers (B23). 3 5. Business and management techniques, seen mainly in a case study context, which may be used to achieve engineering objectives (B15). 6. The need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in electronic engineering, directly applied in a case study context (B18). 7. Current manufacturing practice with particular, example led emphasis on product safety and EMC standards and directives (B8). 8. Characteristics of the materials, equipment, processes and products required for electronic, microwave, optical and wireless communications, instrumentation, sensing and digital systems (B19). 9. Appropriate codes of practice, industry standards and quality issues, directly applied in a case study context (B24, B25). 10. Contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied, particularly explored in student-led project work, to solve new problems (B21). 4 Outcomes specific to Year in Industry programme: 11. Aspects of the core subject areas of electronic, communication, instrumentation, sensing and control, from the perspective of, and led by, a commercial or industrial organisation. Outcomes specific to the MEng programme: 12. A comprehensive understanding of digital communication systems and networks (including mobile/wireless networks) and an awareness of developing technologies in this field (M1, M2, M12). 13. A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of mathematical and computer models for analysis of digital communication systems (including wireless and optical communications systems and networks) (M3, M6). 14. An extensive knowledge and understanding of business, management and professional practice concepts, their limitations, and how they may be applied (M10). 15. Wide knowledge and understanding of design processes relevant to communication systems (including optical, microwave and digital) and networks (including wireless/mobile) (M8). 16. Extensive knowledge of characteristics of materials, equipment, processes and products (M13). 5 Skills and Other Attributes B. Intellectual skills: 1. Analysis and solution of problems in electronic engineering using appropriate mathematical methods with a strong emphasis on engineering example based learning and assessment. 2. Ability to apply and integrate knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines to support study of electronic engineering particularly through student based led practical project design.(B3). 3. Use of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key electronic engineering processes with an emphasis on simulation and practical learning. (B4). 4. Ability to identify, classify and describe the performance of systems and components through the use of analytical methods and modelling techniques with an emphasis on simulation and practical learning. (B5). 5. Ability to apply and understand a systems approach to electronic engineering problems by top level analysis to consolidate learning of underpinning principles. (B7). 6. Ability to investigate and define a problem and identify constraints including cost drivers, economic, environmental, health and safety and risk assessment issues largely by undertaking student led individual and group projects work. (B8, B10). Teaching/learning Lectures; demonstrator-led examples classes; tutor led small group supervisions; self-directed learning through project work; laboratory experiments and computer-based assignments. Case studies on industry hottopics and emerging technologies. Assessment Written unseen examinations; assessed coursework in the form of examples class assignments, laboratory write-ups, assessed project work, and computer-based assignments, class tests. 6 7. Ability to use creativity to establish innovative, aesthetic solutions whilst understanding customer and user needs, ensuring fitness for purpose of all aspects of the problem including production, operation, maintenance and disposal expressed through student led group project work and consolidated by individual project work. (B9, B11, B12). 8. Ability to demonstrate the economic and environmental context of the engineering solution with an emphasis on professional and enterprise case studies. (B14, B16, B17). Outcomes specific to Year in Industry programme: 9. Apply relevant intellectual skills specified for electronic, communication, instrumentation, control and embedded systems from the perspective of a commercial or industrial organisation. Outcomes specific to the MEng programme: 10. Ability to use fundamental knowledge to explore new and emerging technologies (M5). 11. Ability to understand the limitations of mathematical and computer based problem solving and assess the impact in particular cases (M3, M6). 12. Ability to extract data pertinent to an unfamiliar problem and apply it in the solution (M7). 13. Ability to evaluate commercial risks through some understanding of the basis of such risks (M11). 14. Ability to apply engineering techniques taking account of commercial and industrial constraints (M14). 7 C. Subject-specific skills: 1. Use of mathematical techniques to analyse problems relevant to electronic, communications, instrumentation, control and embedded systems engineering. 2. Ability to work in an engineering laboratory environment and to use a wide range of electronic equipment, workshop equipment and CAD tools for the practical realisation of electronic circuits throughout the programme (B20). 3. Ability to work with technical uncertainty particularly through experimental learning in practical project design. (B26). 4. Ability to apply quantitative methods and computer software relevant to electronic engineering in order to solve engineering problems in analytical, simulation based, and practical engineering activities. (B6). 5. Ability to design electronic circuits or systems to fulfil a product specification and devise tests to appraise performance, consolidated by student-led individual and group project design. 6. Awareness of the nature of intellectual property and contractual issues and an understanding of appropriate codes of practice and industry standards, explored through case studies. (B23, B24). 7. Ability to use technical literature and other information sources and apply it to a design, largely through student-led practical project work. (B22). Teaching/learning Lectures; tutorial lectures; project work; laboratory experiments and computer-based assignments, examples classes. Assessment Written unseen examinations; assessed coursework in the form of laboratory writeups, assessed project work, project reports, project presentations, assignments and essays. 8 8. Ability to apply management techniques to the planning, resource allocation and execution of a design project and evaluate outcomes, consolidated through student led projects. (B13). 9. Ability to prepare technical reports and give effective and appropriate presentations to a technically competent audience. Outcomes specific to Year in Industry programme: 10. Apply some of the subject-specific skills specified for electronic, communications, instrumentation, control and embedded systems engineering, led by, and from the perspective of a commercial or industrial organisation. Outcomes specific to the MEng programme: 11. An ability to apply business, management and professional issues to engineering projects (M10). 12. Ability to apply knowledge of design processes in unfamiliar situations and to generate innovative designs to fulfil new needs, particularly in the field of broadband networks and mobile/wireless communication systems (M4, M9). D. Transferable skills: 1. Ability to generate, analyse, present and interpret data. 2. Use of Information and Communications Technology. 3. Personal and interpersonal skills, work as a member of a team. 4. Communicate effectively to peers and professional engineers (in writing, verbally and through drawings). 5. Learn effectively for the purpose of continuing professional development. 6. Ability for critical thinking, reasoning and reflection. Teaching/learning Transferable skills pervade all modules and are developed and demonstrated through lectures, supervisions, laboratories and assignments; in particular, transferable skills are nurtured through project work. Assessment Skills 1-4 and 6 are assessed through presentations, written laboratory reports and project reports. The other skills are not formally assessed. 9 7. Ability to manage time and resources within an individual project and a group project. For more information on the skills provided by individual modules and on the specific learning outcomes associated with the Certificate, Diploma and non-honours degree awards, see the module mapping. 10 17. Programme structures and requirements, levels, modules, credits and awards The BEng programme is studied over three years full-time with an additional industrial placement year for the Year in Industry variant. The MEng programme is studied over four years full-time with an additional placement year for the Year in Industry variant. Study on the programme is divided into a number of blocks called modules. Most modules have a 15 credit value, apart from the final year project which is equivalent to 45 credits. Each 15-credit module represents approximately 150 hours of student learning, endeavour and assessment. The BEng programme is divided into three stages for the 3 year programme and four stages for the Year in Industry variant. The MEng programme is divided into four stages for the 4 year programme, and five stages for the Year in Industry variant. Each stage is comprised of 120 credits and students must achieve specified requirements before being permitted to proceed to the next stage. Each stage represents an academic year of study. Thus, each year of study involves approximately 1200 hours of learning time. Each module is designated at one of four ascending levels, Certificate (C), Intermediate (I), Honours (H), or Masters (M). To be eligible for the award of an honours degree students on the three year programme must normally have to obtain 360 credits, at least 210 of which must be Level I or above, and at least 90 of which must be level H or above at Stage 3. To be eligible for the award of an honours degree on the Year in Industry variant, students normally have to obtain 480 credits, at least 330 of which must be Level I or above, and at least 90 of which must be level H or above at Stage 3. A degree without honours will be awarded where students achieve 300 credits with at least 150 credits at level I or above including at least 60 credits at level H or above at Stage 3. Students may not progress to the non-honours degree programme; the non-honours degree programme will be awarded as a fallback award only. For the MEng, students must gain credit for all Stage 4 modules, in addition to the requirements specified for the corresponding BEng (3 year or Year in Industry) honours degree programmes. For the purposes of Honours classification, the weightings of the stages are: H619: Year 2 30%, Year 3 70% H604: Year 2 25%, Industrial Placement 10%, Year 4 65% H607: Year 2 20%, Year 3 30%, Year 4 50% H608: Year 2 18%, Industrial Placement 5%, Year 4 27%, Year 5 50% At its discretion the University allows for narrow failure in a small proportion of modules to be compensated by good performance in other modules or, in cases of documented illness or other mitigating circumstances, condoned. Compensation of modules is limited to 15 credits per stage in line with IET accreditation requirements, except for Stage 1 where 30 credits can be compensated. Failure in certain modules, however, may not be compensated, as indicated by the symbol * below. Usually, no modules at any stage of the programme can be trailed or condoned. The programme detailed below is subject to change. Modules marked with a + require the coursework mark and the examination mark to be greater than or equal to 30% as well as achieving the module pass mark in order to obtain credit. In addition these modules will only be considered for compensation if the coursework mark and the examination mark are each greater than 30%. 11 Stage 4 modules marked with an x require the coursework mark and the examination mark to be greater than or equal to 40% as well as achieving the module pass mark in order to obtain credit. In addition these modules will only be considered for compensation if the coursework mark and the examination mark are each greater than 40%. Students successfully completing Stage 1 of the programme and meeting credit framework requirements who do not successfully complete Stage 2 will be eligible for the award of the Certificate in Electronic and Communications Engineering. Students successfully completing Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the programme and meeting credit framework requirements who do not successfully complete Stage 3 will be eligible for the award of the Diploma in Electronic and Communications Engineering. Students completing Stages 2 and 3, with an overall mark of 55% can transfer to/remain on the MEng programme. Students on the MEng programme failing to meet this requirement can be awarded the BEng degree if they have met the outcomes necessary for that programme. Students completing Stage 1 with an overall mark of 60% can transfer to/remain on the Year in Industry programme. Code Title Stage 1 Compulsory Modules CO324 Computer Systems EL305 Introduction to Electronics EL315 Digital Technologies EL318 Engineering Mathematics EL311 Project Skills EL303 Electronic Circuits EL313 Introduction to Programming EL319 Engineering Analysis Stage 2 Compulsory Modules EL568+ Digital Implementation EL560+ Microcomputer Engineering EL562 Computer Interfacing EL565+ Electronic Instrumentation and Meas. EL566 Microwave Circuits and E.M. Waves EL567+ Electronic and R.F. Circuit Design EL570+ Communications Principles EL569+ Signals and Systems Level Credits Term/s C C C C C C C C 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 1 1 2 1 1&2 2 1 2 I I I I I I I I 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 1&2 1 1&2 1 1&2 2 2 1&2 Industrial Placement Stage For those students on the Year in Industry programme, the industrial placement will be undertaken between their second and final years. EL790* Year in Industry I 120 1, 2 & 3 Stage 3 Compulsory Modules EL600* Project H 45 1&2 EL677 Digital Communication Systems H 15 1&2 12 EL665 Communication Systems EL671 Product Development Optional Modules EL667+ Embedded Computer Systems EL673+ Digital Systems Design EL676+ Digital Signal Processing and Control Stage 4 Compulsory Modules EL700 Systems group project EL822 Communication Networks CB934 Business Strategy Optional Modules EL827 Signal and Communication Theory EL872 Mobile/Wireless Communications OR EL876x Advanced Control Systems EL873 Broadband Networks H H 15 15 1&2 1&2 H H H 15 15 15 1&2 1&2 1&2 M M M 60 15 15 1&2 1 2 M M 15 15 1 2 M M 15 15 1 2 18. Work-Base Learning Students on the Year in Industry programme take EL790 (120 credits) in their third year, and spend a year (minimum 30 weeks) working in an industrial or commercial setting, applying and enhancing the skills and techniques they have developed and studied in Stages 1 and 2 of their programme. The work they do is entirely under the direction of their industrial supervisor, but support is provided via an Employability Officer within the School. This support includes ensuring that the work they are being expected to do is such that they can meet the learning outcomes of the module. Assessment of the placement has two components: Assessment by the Placement Tutor, Employability Officer and Industrial Supervisor (30%), covering the student's management capability and decisionmaking skills, the resourcefulness and creativity they have evidenced, their functional/technical skills and knowledge, written and oral communication skills, ability to work in a team and general reliability. Assessment of a reflective written report produced by the student (70%). This report is required to include: o A description of the organisation in which the placement took place, and the student's role(s) within it. o A description of the various tasks undertaken during the placement. o The training, both formal (courses) and informal (on the job), undertaken by student in the period plus any other learning experiences. o Any changes to the supervision or nature of the placement. o A discussion about the outcomes of the work, or other influential impacts on the placement. o Reflection on significant achievements and personal developments through the year. During the placement year the student is kept up to date with course developments via email. Each student is visited twice by the academic and administrative support staff who meet with the student and his/her line manager to discuss any problems, progress 13 to date and any action points for the future. Notes of these meetings are produced and agreed by all parties. The first visit takes place approximately 8 weeks after the start date and the second visit occurs towards the end of the placement. The aim of the first visit is to check that induction and safety briefings have taken place, to ensure the student is keeping a satisfactory log and to iron out any initial difficulties. The aim of the second meeting is to ensure that the student is preparing the final report and that matters such as commercial confidentiality have been addressed. It is also an opportunity for the employer to comment on the preparedness of the student for his/her placement year and in light of this to suggest improvements on the material covered during Stage 1 and 2 of the degree program. For further information, please refer to the EL790 module specification. 19. Support for Students and Their Learning Induction programme for new students consisting of: tour of the Department; talks about the course; introduction to the Library and computing facilities; meeting with Academic Adviser to discuss the arrangements, timetable and answer any questions; reception for staff and students to meet socially. Course Handbook with details of the courses and comprehensive study information. Health and Safety induction and booklet is given at the beginning of the course. Library services, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/library/ Student Support and Wellbeing, see www.kent.ac.uk/studentsupport/ Centre for English and World Languages, http://www.kent.ac.uk/cewl/index.html Student Learning Advisory Service, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/uelt/about/slas.html PASS system, see https://www.kent.ac.uk/uelt/quality/code2001/annexg.html Academic Adviser System. Kent Union, see www.kentunion.co.uk/ Careers and Employability Services, see www.kent.ac.uk/ces/ Counselling Service www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/ Information Services (computing and library services), see www.kent.ac.uk/is/ Undergraduate student representation at School, Faculty and Institutional levels International Office, see www.kent.ac.uk/international/ Medical Centre, see www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/menu/Medical-Centre.html Learning resources include computing and multimedia facilities, lecture and seminar rooms and experimental laboratories all within the Jennison building and on the campus. Welfare guidance: The School has a Student Support Officer providing guidance and support on welfare issues. Moodle VLE with full module information, assignments, lecture notes, coursework submission etc. Support for Students on Placement Support for the placement year commences early in Stage 2 with a briefing from the academic supervisor as to what students should expect during their placement year including the application process, the University support provided during the placement year and the range of work students are likely to undertake. Students are then supplied with details of placement opportunities as they become available. Students applying are given assistance and advice on the preparation of their CV, 14 their application letters, and interview techniques. Prospective employers attend a Student Placement briefing session so that they understand what to expect and what is required in terms of safety, induction and supervision. They also have the opportunity to meet the academic and administrative support staff who will be involved. When students start their placement year they are given a Placement Year Handbook which includes: Induction Checklist Contact details form Health and Safety Checklist (which must be signed by the employer) Final Report guidelines Year in Industry Performance Evaluation form (completed by student and employer) 20. Entry Profile Entry Route For fuller information, please refer to the University prospectus. You must be able to satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University and of the School in one of the following ways: School/College Leavers who have reached 17 years on admission A levels: Normally a minimum of BBB including B grades in A level Mathematics and one other science subject (such as Physics, Electronics or Computing). BTEC National Certificates/Diplomas: For the MEng, normally a minimum of ABB is required. DDM BTEC National in an appropriate subject with a minimum of seven Merits including a Merit in Maths III or Maths for HE. Higher National Diploma in an appropriate subject. Access/Foundation Programmes: Satisfactory passes and merits in an approved Foundation or Access programme. International Baccalaureate 34 points in the Diploma including Maths HL 5 and Physics SL5. For the MEng, normally a minimum of 35 points is required 15 Mature applicants Mature students are considered on an individual basis. Without the traditional qualifications listed here, we ask you for proof of any recent study you have done or of your ability to complete a degree programme successfully. The evaluation of an application will be made by applying the code of practice for quality assurance of the University regarding Accreditation of Prior Experiential and Certificated Learning (APECL) Direct Entry to Stage 2 Entry to the second year of the degree programme is available to suitably qualified candidates. Typical requirements are that the candidate has satisfactorily completed either the first year of an appropriate degree level course or an appropriate HND course at another institution or holds an appropriate overseas diploma which is equivalent to a BTEC HND. A BTEC HND with at least 6 Merits including Maths is required. The evaluation of an application will be made by applying the code of practice for quality assurance of the University regarding Accreditation of Prior Experiential and Certificated Learning (APECL) What does this programme have to offer? An excellent grounding in the underlying principles of electronic circuit design, electronics systems and communications. The opportunity to study subjects related to electronics and telecommunications such as satellite, optical and mobile communications. The development of a broad range of skills that are highly sought after by employers and which open up a wide range of careers to graduates within the electronics and communications industries. For the MEng, completion of all academic requirements for professional institution membership/Chartered Engineer status. Personal Profile An interest in electronics, computers and communications. A desire to become an engineer working in the electronics or communications industry. A willingness to work with computers and use computer aided design (CAD) tools. A desire to develop programming skills. A commitment to develop the skills that are required to build electronic systems. 21. Methods for evaluating and enhancing the quality and standards of teaching and learning Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the curriculum and outcome standards Continuous monitoring of student progress and attendance Student evaluations: lecture, project and laboratory feedback forms; staff-student meetings; student representations at L & T, discussions with tutors Module team meetings and annual module reports Reviews of teaching by School L & T Committee Three-stage vetting process of examination questions: module team, Quality Assurance Committee, external examiners School annual monitoring reports External examiners' reports 16 Periodic programme review External accreditation Annual staff appraisal Peer observation QAA subject review Committees with responsibility for monitoring and evaluating quality and standards School Quality Assurance Committee Module teams Course Executives Board of Examiners School Learning and Teaching Committee Faculty Learning and Teaching Committee Board of Learning and Teaching Mechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their learning experience Student evaluations: lecture, project and laboratory feedback forms Engineering and Digital Arts Staff-Student Liaison Committee Student representation on Board of Studies and Learning and Teaching Committee Discussions with Academic Advisers Annual NSS data Staff development priorities include: Minimum expected qualification for appointment PGCHE requirements for new members of staff Membership of the Higher Education Academy Staff appraisal scheme Staff development courses Professional body requirements Committee and module team responsibilities Research seminars Conferences 22. Indicators of quality and standards The programme is accredited by the IET. Results of the periodic programme review (2014) Annual External Examiner Reports Annual Programme and module monitoring reports The School is consistently ranked highly in the National Student Survey for electronic engineering. The following reference points were used in creating these specifications: QAA benchmarking statements for Engineering Accreditation requirements of the IET School Learning and Teaching Strategy The University Plan and Learning and Teaching Strategy Staff research 17 Curriculum Map for Electronic and Communications Engineering Awards STAGE 4 STAGE 3 STAGE 2 STAGE 1 Explanation. This map provides a design aid to help academic staff identify where the programme outcomes are being developed and assessed within the course. The map shows only the main measurable learning outcomes. There are many more outcomes in the module specifications. Computer Systems Introduction to Electronics Digital Technologies Engineering Mathematics Project Skills Electronic Circuits Introduction to Programming Engineering Analysis Digital Implementation Microcomputer Engineering Computer Interfacing Signals and systems Electronic Instrumentation Communications Principles Microwave Circuits and E.M. Waves Electronic and R.F. Circuit Design Year in Industry Project Digital Communication Systems Communications Systems Product Development Embedded Computer Systems Digital Systems Design D.S.P. and Control Systems Group Project Signals and Communications Theory Communication Networks Adv. Control Sys Codes CO324 A1 A2 x EL305 x EL315 x EL318 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 x x x A9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 o o x EL311 EL303 x x EL313 EL319 x EL568 x x EL560 x x x x EL562 EL569 x x x EL565 x x x x x x x EL570 x x x x EL566 x x x x EL567 x x x EL790 EL600 EL677 x x x x x x x x x EL665 x x x x x x x x x x EL671 x x x x EL667 o o EL673 o o o o x x x EL676 o o o EL700 x x x x EL827 o o o o o EL822 x x x x x x EL876 o o o o o o o 18 Wireless/Mobile Communications Broadband Networks Strategy EL872 o o o o o o o EL873 o o o o o o o CB934 STAGE 4 STAGE 3 STAGE 2 STAGE 1 Codes B1 B2 x x x B3 B4 B5 Computer Systems Introduction to Electronics Digital Technologies Engineering Mathematics Project Skills Electronic Circuits Introduction to Programming Engineering Analysis Digital Implementation Microcomputer Engineering Computer Interfacing Signals and Systems Electronic Instrumentation Communications Principles Microwave Circuits and E.M. Waves Electronic & R.F. Circuit Design Year in Industry CO324 Project Digital Communication Systems Communications Systems Product Development Embedded Computer Systems Digital Systems Design D.S.P. and Control Systems Group Project Signals and Communications Theory Communication Networks EL600 EL677 x x x EL665 x x EL671 x B6 x x B7 B8 B9 x x x 10 11 12 13 14 x x x x x EL305 x x x EL315 x x x EL318 x EL311 EL303 x x x x EL313 x x x x EL319 x x x EL568 x x x EL560 x x EL562 x x x x x EL569 x x x EL565 x x x EL570 x x x EL566 x x x EL567 x x x x x x EL790 x x EL667 x x x o o o o o o EL676 o o x x x x x x x x x EL673 EL700 x x o o x x EL827 o o o EL822 x x x 19 x o o x x x x Adv. Control Sys Wireless/Mobile Communications Broadband Networks Business Strategy EL876 EL872 o o o o o o o o o o EL873 o o o o o o CB934 STAGE 3 STAGE 2 STAGE 1 Codes STAGE 4 o x C1 C2 C3 C4 Computer Systems Introduction to Electronics Digital Technologies Engineering Mathematics Project Skills Electronic Circuits Introduction to Programming Engineering Analysis Digital Implementation Microcomputer Engineering Computer Interfacing Signals and Systems Electronic Instrumentation Communications Principles Microwave Circuits and E.M. Waves Electronic & R.F. Circuit Design Year in Industry CO324 Project Digital Communication Systems Communications Systems Product Development Embedded Computer Systems Digital Systems Design D.S.P and Control Systems Group Project Signals and Communications EL600 EL677 x EL665 x EL671 x EL305 x x x EL315 x x x EL318 x EL311 EL303 x x x x x EL313 x C5 C6 x EL568 x x x x x x x EL560 x x x EL562 x EL569 x x EL565 x x EL570 x x EL566 x x EL567 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x C7 C8 C9 C10 C11 C12 x EL319 x x x x x x x EL790 x x EL667 x x x x x x o o o o o o o o EL676 o o o o x x EL700 x x x x x x x x x x EL673 EL827 o x o o 20 o o x x x x x Theory Communication Networks Adv Control Sys Wireless/Mobile Communications Broadband Networks Business Strategy EL822 x EL876 EL872 o o EL873 o o x x o o o o o o CB934 x STAGE 3 STAGE 2 STAGE 1 Codes † Computer Systems Introduction to Electronics Digital Technologies Engineering Mathematics Project Skills Electronic Circuits Introduction to Programming Engineering Analysis Digital Implementation Microcomputer Engineering Computer Interfacing Signals and Systems Instrumentation Electronics Communications Principles Microwave Circuits and E.M. Waves Electronic & R.F. Circuit Design Year in Industry Project Digital Communication Systems Communications Systems Product Development Embedded Computer Systems Digital Systems D1 D2 x D3 D4 CO324 EL305 x EL315 x EL318 x EL311 EL303 x x EL313 x x x x x EL319 x EL568 x EL560 x EL562 x EL569 x EL565 x EL570 x x EL567 x x EL790 EL600 EL677 x x x x x x x x x EL566 x x x EL665 EL671 x EL667 o EL673 Shading represents skills D5-D7 that pervade all modules 21 x D5-D7† STAGE 4 Design D.S.P. and Control Systems Group Project Signals and Communications Theory Communication Networks Adv Control Sys Wireless/Mobile Communications Broadband Networks Strategy EL676 o EL700 x x EL827 o o o EL822 x x x EL876 EL872 o o o o o o o EL873 o o o o CB934 x x 22 x x x