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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Our employer links with the electronic and power engineering sectors will help you get work ready with the skills the industry needs.

Scottish Power and Electricity Northwest work with us to develop courses relevant to industry and your work experience will put your learning into practice.

Your future may be in developing computers, satellites, or mobile phones, or components, from microchips to power station generators.

Why build your future with us?

  • Tutors direct from industry share the skills you need to become work ready.
  • Multi million pound facilities with the tools and technology from industry.
  • The best technical college in the region with a history of training future engineers.
  • The Cave – virtual reality space to bring your engineering projects to life with wall and floor projection.
  • Future Energy Zone complete with energy saving technologies at the forefront of the building industry.
  • Lead college of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology.
  • Go beyond the classroom with trips and employer visits.

Engineering your future career in

  • Aerospace
  • Communications
  • Electrical
  • Electronics
  • Technician
  • Project Management
I Am
16-18
Engineering (Electrical Pathway) Extended Certificate
Are you considering a career in Engineering? Are you looking to gain a basic understanding of key principles? This course will allow you to develop your Engineering knowledge and be...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Edexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Pagefield Campus
Level: Level 2
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Electrical & Electronic Engineering Extended Diploma
By studying an Extended Diploma, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills required by the engineering sector, this also include essential employability skills that can then be applied into real work...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Pagefield Campus
Level: Level 3
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I Am an
Adult Learner
Engineering (Electrical Pathway) Extended Certificate
Are you considering a career in Engineering? Are you looking to gain a basic understanding of key principles? This course will allow you to develop your Engineering knowledge and be...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Edexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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AM2 - Achievement Measurement Test
The AM2 test is an industry recognised trade test that is controlled by the National Electrotechnical Training (NET) Organisation and the Sector Skills Council for the Electrotechnical Industry.
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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Electrical & Electronic Engineering Extended Diploma
By studying an Extended Diploma, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills required by the engineering sector, this also include essential employability skills that can then be applied into real work...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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I Am a
University Centre
Learner
HNC Automation and Control Engineering for England (HTQ)
You will develop the analytical thinking skills and principles of electrical engineering employers are looking for. This programme will develop your knowledge to become a professional engineer, designing innovative...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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HNC Electrical Systems Engineering for England (HTQ) - Full Time -awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to kick-start your career in the fast-moving world of electrical and electronic engineering? Whether you're aiming to upskill in your current role or just getting started in...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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HND Electronic and Electrical Systems Engineering for England (HTQ) – FT - awarded by Pearson
Have you completed your HNC and are ready to take your engineering education to the next level?

The HND in Electronic and Electrical Systems Engineering (HTQ) is the ideal next step...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HND
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 5
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Top-up) - Awarded by University of Lancashire
Already completed your HND or foundation degree in engineering and looking to achieve a full honours degree?

This top-up degree is ideal for aspiring engineers who want to specialise in power...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: BEng
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 6
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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I Am Looking For An
Apprenticeship
Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship
Electrical Power Network Engineer covers 6 roles: Asset Management Engineer, Planning Engineer, Design Engineer, Control Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer and Operational Delivery Engineer. They work within the power sector with...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
The role of a Digital Engineering Technician is to produce detailed solutions to achieve the optimum performance of built environment projects via digital models and presentations using software, sketches and...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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Automation and Controls Engineering Technician
This occupation is found in cross sector (e.g. Automotive, Food and Drink, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceutical, Construction), companies involved in manufacturing (discrete or process), logistics or utilities environments. These...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer (integrated degree) - Electrical Apprenticeship
On completion, a Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Degree Apprentice will be able to use the knowledge, skills and behaviours developed to enable systems and equipment to operate safely, efficiently...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 6
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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