Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering BEng
Description
H611 3 year or H614 4 year with DIS
Did you know that only around 10% of modern computer systems are on desktops? The vast majority are embedded in domestic or industrial systems, such as set-top boxes, microwaves, carbuilding robots or automated test equipment. Digitisation of data and the increasing integration of modern systems of every sort will ensure the continued expansion of both the scope and complexity of embedded systems.
To engineer such systems you need to understand the capabilities and limitations of both the hardware and software components and be able to evaluate design tradeoffs between different technology choices.
Students on this programme study electronic systems hardware, computer architecture, micro-processor architecture and interfacing, real-time and embedded software development computer network hardware and security. They develop practical skills in the technologies and tools used by modern industry and learn how computer systems interface with other devices and in particular the often overlooked user.
If you’re interested in how the future might be shaped – smart homes, autonomous cars, cleaning robots, immersive entertainment systems, location-based services, wearable computers… the scope seems endless, then this might be the programme for you.
The Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering course produces graduates with wide-ranging knowledge of the business of computer systems. A fundamental understanding of electronic, electrical and software engineering is developed along with a strong sense of systems understanding and good business practice. There are BEng and MEng variants of the course, each with the option to include the Diploma in Industrial Studies.
Course Content
- ELA001
- Circuits - Compulsory
- ELA003
- Electronics A - Compulsory
- ELA004
- Signals and Systems - Compulsory
- ELA005
- Electromagnetism A - Compulsory
- ELA007
- Systems Thinking - Compulsory
- ELA010
- Programming and Software Design - Compulsory
- MAA303
- Mathematics A - Compulsory
- ELB004
- Control System Design - Compulsory
- ELB014
- Software Engineering - Compulsory
- MAB303
- Mathematics B - Compulsory
- ELB019
- Computer Architecture - Compulsory
- ELB010
- Electronics B - Compulsory
- ELB013
- Engineering Project Management - Optional
- ELB006
- Systems Integration - Optional
- ELB003
- Electromechanical Systems - Optional
- ELB002
- Communications - Optional
- ELC010
- Microprocessor Architecture - Compulsory
- ELC008
- Business Management - Compulsory
- ELC004
- Computer Networks - Compulsory
- ELC025
- Project - Compulsory
- ELC056
- Fundamentals of Digital Signal Processing - Optional
- ELC055
- Digital Interfacing and Instrumentation - Optional
- HUC502
- Human Factors in Systems Design C - Optional
- ELC054
- Electronic System Design with FPGAs - Optional
- ELC041
- Advanced Control - Optional
- ELC039
- Microwave Communication Systems - Optional
- ELC030
- Bioelectricity - Fundamentals and Applications - Optional
- ELC018
- Real Time Software Engineering - Optional
- ELB002
- Communications - Optional
- ELB003
- Electromechanical Systems - Optional
- ELC002
- Principles of Digital Communications - Optional
- ELC006
- Fast Transient Sensors - Optional
- ELC007
- Electromagnetism C - Optional
- ELC011
- VLSI Devices and Technology - Optional
- ELC013
- Electromagnetic Compatibility - Optional
- ELC014
- Biophotonics Engineering - Optional
- MPC022
- Materials Properties and Applications - Optional
Entry Requirements
BEng (Hons)/BEng (Hons) DIS:
Note that the table below shows typical entrance requirements and the actual offer you receive may be different.
For details of the University's general entrance requirements, click here.
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A Level (not including General Studies or Key Skills) |
BBB from three A2 levels (or 300 pts from two A2 levels and two AS levels) to include Maths and at least one Science subject. |
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International Baccalaureate (points) |
32 points, including Maths at HL 5 or SL 6 and a scientific subject at HL 5 or SL 6. |
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BTEC HND and BTEC HNC |
Pass to include Analytical Methods for Engineers (H1) and at least 2 Engineering or Science subjects. |
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BTEC ND |
DMM to include at least a merit in Further Maths for Technicians. |
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Adv Scot Highers |
BBB to include Maths and at least one Science subject |
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