Gain an understanding of core mathematical techniques and how these have been used across engineering disciplines over their evolution. You'll apply computer-based tools, concepts and methods to solve relevant engineering problems in specific problem domains.

Gain an understanding of the function and operation of analogue devices and circuits commonly used in electronic and electrical systems. You'll begin to appreciate the key characteristics of a range of analogue devices. You'll then be able to make effective use of technical literature in researching and selecting components for a design project.

Investigate the principles and applications of modern communication systems, from satellite to wireless systems. You'll examine real-world case studies in order to develop your scientific, engineering and mathematical knowledge. By the end of this module, you'll be able to demonstrate your understanding of key science, engineering and mathematical principles underpinning the design of communication systems.

Apply the theory of device control in a variety of systems. You'll investigate the theory, properties and fundamentals of control systems. You'll learn to program devices using control strategies and selected sensors and actuators. In addition, you'll begin to understand the underlying scientific, mathematical, and statistical principles used in system design.

Develop your mathematical, general engineering, and academic study skills required by the credit bearing modules in year two. You'll study mathematical topics such as complex numbers and analysis, fourier series and laplace transforms. Additionally, you'll cover discipline abilities including filter design, motors and microcontrollers and microprocessors. Finally, you'll learn academic skills such as report writing, referencing and data sourcing, and interpretation of engineering standards.

Building on the knowledge gained in your first year, you'll enhance your ability to analyse and develop electronic and electrical systems. This module will teach you how to use complex numbers in the analysis of series, parallel and series-parallel AC circuits. You'll learn how to apply network analysis techniques to complex AC circuits and use simulation software to examine more complex networks.

Explore embedded systems and the variety of applications they can be used in. This module will investigate the design and implementation of embedded systems through a series of practical laboratory sessions. You'll analyse the range of embedded systems architecture relating to hardware instructions, firmware image memory maps, flash blocks and integrated peripheral devices.

Build on your existing understanding of engineering design and development processes. During this module, you'll design, build, and test a working prototype with a range of functionalities. You'll enhance standard hardware components or software with your own designs to provide advanced functionality for your prototype project. As part of your study, you'll experience real-world engineering project constraints. This could include limitations associated with cost-benefit analyses, ethical considerations, health and safety provision, and the assessment of potential risks on project processes and outcomes.

This module will empower you to critically engage with the strategic drivers in the design and implementation of DSP solutions. From real-world problem definition through to coding and implementation, you'll compare and contrast the key constraints in designing solutions. Furthermore, you'll learn to evaluate DSP silicon options and associated platforms for simulating, prototyping, and validating DSP designs.

This module will introduce you to management accounting and information systems theory and techniques. You'll study the support systems for information management and the contribution of the accountant in providing information for decision-making and corporate control. You'll also examine the wider social, legal, ethical and sustainability landscape in which engineering decisions are taken.

Power electronics plays a great role in processing and controlling the flow of electric energy. It supplies voltages and currents that are optimally suitable for user loads. You'll gain a firm understanding of the application of solid-state electronics for the control and conversion of electric power.

This module will provide the opportunity for you to develop a product, ideally for an external client. You'll research, generate ideas, design, create, implement, and evaluate your product, reflecting on your own performance throughout the process. By the end of this module, you'll be able to plan, design, build, test and evaluate a significant product to a professional standard.

Develop your understanding of manufacturing and production engineering. You'll discover where and how computer simulation can benefit an organisation. You'll also examine its role in the design, planning and control of production systems. By the end of this module, you'll be able to identify the key elements of lean and agile engineering and recommend possible solutions to scenarios.

Investigate the theory, design and implementation of computer controlled industrial systems. This module will enable you to apply current programming methods to control a system. You'll also be able to develop a human machine interface for a system.

This module will introduce you to the key processes, tools, techniques, methodologies and issues associated with project management. You'll focus on the project lifecycle from initiation through to completion. You'll also study the tools, techniques and practices used, the role of the project manager, and the legal, ethical and global context of project management.