Course Overview
Develop the skills to understand, design and improve the electrical and electronic systems that power modern industry. Whether you’re building your career or preparing for further study, this Level 4 HNC connects engineering principles with practical challenges in manufacturing, automation and electrical technology.
You’ll use advanced, industry-standard equipment and engineering software to investigate problems and develop, test and refine solutions. From electrical machines to robotics and programmable controllers, you’ll explore how components and systems work together to control movement, automate processes and improve performance.
Through practical activities, research and workplace scenarios, you’ll build confidence in analysing evidence, communicating technical ideas and working independently and as part of a team.
The course provides a strong foundation for roles involving technical responsibility and progression to further qualifications, such as an HND or an appropriate degree pathway.
What you’ll need
Bring an inquisitive mind, good IT skills, a scientific calculator, pens, pencils and paper.
Course Modules
Course Information
You’ll need a Level 3 qualification in an engineering-related discipline. If you’re a mature applicant with relevant industry experience, we may consider this as an alternative route onto the course.
You’ll demonstrate your knowledge and skills through written assignments, engineering projects and presentations, applying what you’ve learned to practical electrical and electronic engineering challenges.
Progress to a relevant HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering to deepen your technical knowledge and prepare for further study. You can also use your skills to pursue opportunities in electrical engineering, electronics, automation or manufacturing, or take on greater technical responsibility in your current role.
Supporting you
Travel
The below travel map highlights the campuses where you can study this course.
FREE SHUTTLE BUS | between Bromsgrove and Redditch campuses | the freedom to travel at any point of your college day.
Worcester
Worcester is accessible by bus and train with numerous links from all over the county and further. The bus and train stations are a short walk to all of our campuses with The Duckworth Centre of Engineering being a little further.
Worcester Train Station
- Worcester Foregate Street Station
Foregate Street
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1DB - An 8-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 9-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 5-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 23-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering
Worcester Bus Station
- Worcester Crowngate
Worcester
WR1 3LE - A 6-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 7-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 4-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 24-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering