BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with integrated Foundation Year) Bachelor's degree at the University of Brighton

Your opportunity to develop study skills including time management, research methods, problem-solving and presentation techniques. Work in a small team to produce a technical report and a formal presentation.

Introduces further key physical concepts including light, heat, sound and electromagnetism. Includes lectures, tutorials, practical classes and workshops in the lab.

Builds on the concepts learned in Core Mathematics and further develops the mathematical skills needed to study an engineering degree. Introduces concepts including calculus, complex numbers and matrix algebra.

Introduces the concepts that underpin the disciplines of analogue and digital electronics, including the practical implementation and measurement of the performance of such systems. Areas covered include analogue electronics; op amp circuits; oscillators; combinational logic design; and interfacing.

Provides context and practical experience of electrical engineering. Introduces fundamental characteristics of power system components, electrical power generation and distribution systems.

Enables you to build a base of knowledge and skills in programming using the C language. Uses the open-source electronic prototyping platform Arduino with its mix of sensors and actuators.

Introduces artificial intelligence (AI) and gives you the skills needed for specialist study later in your degree. Covers the principles and techniques of AI and gaining an understanding of how to apply the techniques to real-world problems and situations.

Develop your engineering skills using projects as the focus of your learning. Work on group projects, applying engineering skills such as reflection, organisation, planning, design, communication and planning. Introduces concepts across a range of engineering specialisms as part of a problem-based approach.

An exploration of fundamental concepts used in the electrical power industry. Introduces the design and analysis of single and three phase electrical power systems, and to the design and operation of electrical power and conversion devices.

Develops your understanding of the principles of analogue communications systems and network protocols. Covers basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identifying LAN security threats alongside configuring and securing a basic WLAN.

Introduces concepts to describe the dynamic behaviour of practical engineering systems. Learn to build mathematical models for engineering systems that can be used to analyse and predict the dynamic behaviour of mechanical systems. Explores design and simulation methodologies for systems to control the dynamic behaviour of engineering systems.

Building on Embedded Systems 1 from your first year, this module enhances your understanding of microcontroller operation by relating software instructions to the hardware architecture using assembly code. Extends your C programming skills to be able to use the full functionality of microcontroller technology in an embedded real-time application.

Builds on your knowledge of basic combinational logic and sequential systems design. Applies these designs to programmable logic using VHDL as a hardware description language. Hands-on work in the laboratory compiling, simulating and implementing your designs using FPGA development software and hardware.

Develop the knowledge and skills needed to undertake and apply engineering theory to design practice. Work in multidisciplinary groups on the design and manufacture of an engineering project – from market research to product ideation, development and launch – ending with a competitive test of the product's functionality.

Enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of high voltage power generation, distribution and associated technologies, helping you to prepare for the high voltage power engineering and high voltage testing industries.

Prepares you for advanced electronic design of switched-mode power supplies and linear interfaces for signal conditioning. Gain an in-depth understanding of power electronic devices and circuits, analyse and design complex power electronic circuits and design power controllers for various electrical machine types.

Using a project-based approach, this module teaches you how to design engineered products and components. Develop a product design that meets a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of the developed design and minimise adverse impacts.

You are both technical expert and project manager of your major individual project which investigates a technical problem in significant depth. Work independently, with a member of academic staff acting as project adviser, building your confidence and competence in project management. Enables you to bring together the skills you've learned during your degree, such as research, analysis and engineering application.

Prepares you to apply digital signal algorithms to real-time signals. Develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to implement digital signal processing algorithms operating on real-time one-dimensional data. Assessment includes a technical report detailing your investigation, evaluation and implementation of FIR and IIR filters in a real-world situation.

Assessment: Technical report

Gain understanding and knowledge of the principles of communications protocols and related technology. Focus on case studies of specific applications in communications networks, digital television systems and mobile communications. Practical design exercises enable you to integrate theory with practice.