Teeside HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

[lesterwyatt]

Hi Lester,

ive just started the bridging course,so far not too bad!

what HNC unit are you going to do first? I am thinking it might be a idea to get the maths one out the way

Sam

Hi Sam, I plan to do the maths unit first whilst I’m in math mode! The math bridging course is not bad at all. The practice assessments are identical to the actual assessments. Recommend you do practice ones until you get 100% until you attempt proper one. Go carful when inputting answers: for instance.. 2y^2+4y+15 should be inputted as: 2*y^2+4*y+15. I got marked down for this.

 

[Connor Mennell]

Hi guys,

So microprocessors is done! Phew! 2 modules left now so want a rather easy module before I do my project, anyone got some suggestions? Done 3 core and PLCs, electrical machines and microprocessors.

Cheers,

Connor

 

[Tom morgan]

Can anyone help with EM TMA 2 question 4.. I'm getting myself confused I think and the notes are p**s poor

 

[GIZZY]

hi,

can anyone help with Electrical Supply and Distribution: TMA 2

questions 3, 4 and 5 i handed my assignment in but failed so have to give a re-submission.

if you need help in return i can help with ESD bar TMA2, DCS, APH, DADC, EEP, ES and AME

Kind Regards

Gizzy

 

[Tom morgan]

hi,

can anyone help with Electrical Supply and Distribution: TMA 2

questions 3, 4 and 5 i handed my assignment in but failed so have to give a re-submission.

if you need help in return i can help with ESD bar TMA2, DCS, APH, DADC, EEP, ES and AME

Kind Regards

Gizzy

Hi mate if you can wait till Monday I’ve done it.. only got a pass in tma2 but pass is a pass

 

[GIZZY]

Hi mate if you can wait till Monday I’ve done it.. only got a pass in tma2 but pass is a pass

Yeah I can wait till Monday mate, I don't think I can get more than a pass as it's a re-submission anyway.

Thanks a bunch!

 

[Tom morgan]

Yeah I can wait till Monday mate, I don't think I can get more than a pass as it's a re-submission anyway.

Thanks a bunch!

Do you wanna send me your email address mate?

 

[GIZZY]

Do you wanna send me your email address mate?

Hi mate I sent my email to you in a private message. Thanks!

 

[Connor Mennell]

Hi all,

I'm currently on my last and final module, the project, for this course!

Just wondering though if anyone has done it and can let me know what sort of projects people did. Just struggling to gauge how big or small a project can be. Got plenty of arduino projects at home I can do but unsure if they need to be more substantial

Cheers!

Connor

 

[GIZZY]

Hi,

Is there anyone that can help with electrical supply and distribution tma2?

Would really appreciate it!

Thanks!!

 

[GIZZY]

Hi all,

I'm currently on my last and final module, the project, for this course!

Just wondering though if anyone has done it and can let me know what sort of projects people did. Just struggling to gauge how big or small a project can be. Got plenty of arduino projects at home I can do but unsure if they need to be more substantial

Cheers!

Connor

Hi, I'm looking at starting my project next too but haven't purchased the module yet, does it tell you anything in the course notes about how and what we're supposed to do?

 

[Connor Mennell]

Hi, I'm looking at starting my project next too but haven't purchased the module yet, does it tell you anything in the course notes about how and what we're supposed to do?

I've only just bought it myself. The guidance for project writing is fine but struggling to know what a good project is. My work is closing so projects are limited to do. So I'm inclined to do an arduino one. Just don't know what to do!

 

[GIZZY]

I've only just bought it myself. The guidance for project writing is fine but struggling to know what a good project is. My work is closing so projects are limited to do. So I'm inclined to do an arduino one. Just don't know what to do!

What I don't understand is do we build the project or do we just write up about it?

 

[Connor Mennell]

Well that is up to you, I've been told you can do a "research" project but they are alot harder to prove it went successful and do a decent conclusion. I was advised that if you can do a project at work that is best but arduino projects are fine too. What do you work as?

 

[lesterwyatt]

I've only just bought it myself. The guidance for project writing is fine but struggling to know what a good project is. My work is closing so projects are limited to do. So I'm inclined to do an arduino one. Just don't know what to do!

Hi Conor Im in the middle of the first module (math) so a long way off the project. How complex does the project have to be? Take a look at my YouTube channel there may be a few projects that might give you some ideas: Lester Electronics - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCClA4ezBnhsdD1bDoQX6wJw

 

[Connor Mennell]

Hi Conor Im in the middle of the first module (math) so a long way off the project. How complex does the project have to be? Take a look at my YouTube channel there may be a few projects that might give you some ideas: Lester Electronics - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCClA4ezBnhsdD1bDoQX6wJw

Hi Lester, welcome to the group! Well it has to have enough substance from what I can gather to make a 3000 word report. So it needs to be meaty or you need to be able to go into alot of detail about it. I had a look at your channel and the thermostat system probably would be okay! I'm struggling though to decide what to do aswell... They say don't copy examples online but who realistically designs it all from scratch from little knowledge?

 

[lesterwyatt]

Hi Lester, welcome to the group! Well it has to have enough substance from what I can gather to make a 3000 word report. So it needs to be meaty or you need to be able to go into alot of detail about it. I had a look at your channel and the thermostat system probably would be okay! I'm struggling though to decide what to do aswell... They say don't copy examples online but who realistically designs it all from scratch from little knowledge?

Hi Conor. What about a water me plant alarm. This would contain an opamp To measure the resistance of the soil Between two prongs and a 555 timer For the sound alarm? Like I said earlier I’ve just started the course So don’t know what complexity they require.

 

[Connor Mennell]

Hi Conor. What about a water me plant alarm. This would contain an opamp To measure the resistance of the soil Between two prongs and a 555 timer For the sound alarm? Like I said earlier I’ve just started the course So don’t know what complexity they require.

Uhh you have an example or drawing of it? Might be even better if you could automate it and have an automatic water machine

 

[GIZZY]

Well that is up to you, I've been told you can do a "research" project but they are alot harder to prove it went successful and do a decent conclusion. I was advised that if you can do a project at work that is best but arduino projects are fine too. What do you work as?

I currently work as a service technician for a railway company

 

[Connor Mennell]

I currently work as a service technician for a railway company

So do you do alot of upgrades for trains? Maybe just ask your manager/project guys why the modification is being done and just go through and take pictures of the install etc and explain why it needed to be done. Just make it out like you've made the suggestion!

 

[lesterwyatt]

Uhh you have an example or drawing of it? Might be even better if you could automate it and have an automatic water machine

Hi Conor a quick scotch

 

[GIZZY]

hi,

is there anyone that can help me on electrical distribution and supply TMA 2 question 5?

help would really be appreciated!!

Kind Regards

Gizzy

 

[lesterwyatt]

Hi folks i have completed Engineering math, and Engineering science. I have been working through the HNC structure sequentially. The next one listed is Engineering design. My question is would it matter if i did EEP before engineering design? EEP is listed after Engineering design. Just wondered in what order you folks have done it in. I know however, the course structure has changed somewhat from how it was a couple of years ago.

Thanks Lester

 

[GTomlinson]

Hi folks i have completed Engineering math, and Engineering science. I have been working through the HNC structure sequentially. The next one listed is Engineering design. My question is would it matter if i did EEP before engineering design? EEP is listed after Engineering design. Just wondered in what order you folks have done it in. I know however, the course structure has changed somewhat from how it was a couple of years ago.

Thanks Lester

Hi Lester,

I have completed the HNC and never followed any particular order, PLC was my first module followed by math and science, then I randomly selected what module I fancied next finishing with the project which they would not allow me to start until the other 7 modules had been completed.

Hope that helps.

Graham

 

[lesterwyatt]

Hi Lester,

I have completed the HNC and never followed any particular order, PLC was my first module followed by math and science, then I randomly selected what module I fancied next finishing with the project which they would not allow me to start until the other 7 modules had been completed.

Hope that helps.

Graham

Thanks Graham.
I'm thinking im going to do EEP before ED. I have just finished ES which finished on electrical principals. Cheers lester

 

[lesterwyatt]

Hi folks. Just finished electrical principals. Really enjoyed it. I'm thinking of purchasing engineering design next. Could someone tell me how long it took you to finish the engineering design module? is it as lengthy as EEP? Im just trying to workout timings for this module, and the content.

Cheers Lester

 

[Joshua Gordon]

Currently doing my first TMA where it's a written piece rather than a multiple choice exam.
How long should my answers be to questions and should I be including references?
I don't want to write too much and I don't want to write too little.

 

[George Marden]

Hi Lester,

I have completed the HNC and never followed any particular order, PLC was my first module followed by math and science, then I randomly selected what module I fancied next finishing with the project which they would not allow me to start until the other 7 modules had been completed.

Hope that helps.

Graham

Graham,

I am wanting to do this PLC module but aren't sure whether or not it'll be adequate for me, do you have the original assignment that I can look at to see how hard it is before I pay for the module?

Kind Regards,

George

 

[GIZZY]

hi guys,

anyone started or completed their project yet? and willing to give me a bit of insight?

 

[GTC2021]

Thanks Graham.
I'm thinking im going to do EEP before ED. I have just finished ES which finished on electrical principals. Cheers lester

Hi Lester are you doing ED?

 

[Snowden]

Hey guys, Looking to start the HNC in a couple months after doing the bridging course.
Wondering if this forum is still active?

 

[Andrew Ryan]

Hey guys, Looking to start the HNC in a couple months after doing the bridging course.
Wondering if this forum is still active?

Welcome, Snowden!

Yes, the forum is active.

Don't worry about the course if you need help just ask.

You should be able to complete the HNC within a year.

 

[C011ie]

Hi guys, Looking for some assistance with the Engineering Design project, managed to complete the first assessment and passed and now moved onto the project, Has anyone completed the project? particularly the bike carrier one.
Thanks in advance. Richard

 

[Troy_af]

Welcome, Snowden!

Yes, the forum is active.

Don't worry about the course if you need help just ask.

You should be able to complete the HNC within a year.

Hello.

I am also looking into starting my HNC in electrical engineering through Teeside flexible online learning. How exactly does it work regarding time scales for completing the course? The course states 2 to 4 years, however as you mentioned I know people who have completed a HNC in less than a year.

Is it still possible to do the course in less than 2 years or does the 2 to 4 years time frame mean 2 years minimum? There are other online universities out there who offer a minimum 5 month for the same qualification, so I was just wondering about this as I would like to finish it in less than a year. Would the uni allow this or would they only release the modules at a certain pace?

I have a background in electrics and am currently serving in the military as a lead engineering technician (electrical) on nuclear submarines, so plenty of experience in generation, distribution and fault diagnosis/general maintenance. I have a level 3 city and guilds diploma in electrial engineering. This course covered math to A level standard but unfortunately it was just more of a refresher course, so I didn't actually get a formal qualification or unit credit for it. Because of this I'll also probably have to do the briding math course to get me back up to standard.

Cheers for any advice.

 

[UMMMERS90]

Hello Connor,
Just wondering did you find any help in reference to TMA2 microprocessors? Just about to start mine.

 

[Louise7197]

Currently doing my first TMA where it's a written piece rather than a multiple choice exam.
How long should my answers be to questions and should I be including references?
I don't want to write too much and I don't want to write too little.

Hi have you completed the engineering design module? I'm really struggling with it. I'm not really sure what to include or how much I need to write and wondered if you have any advice/assistance? Thanks

 

[Joshua Gordon]

Hi have you completed the engineering design module? I'm really struggling with it. I'm not really sure what to include or how much I need to write and wondered if you have any advice/assistance? Thanks

I think mine was around 10 - 15 pages. Is this the one where you need to include sketches of your design? I'd have a section on what you want your design to achieve, what's your reasoning behind choosing it, differences/ similarities between competitors, etc.

Also include materials chosen and why, a basic cost analysis of the product, etc. Wasn't there a document which had a rough template/ detailed the requirements for the TMA?

I did it a while ago so i vaguely remember it but maybe i'm thinking of something different!

 

[Troy_af]

Hi have you completed the engineering design module? I'm really struggling with it. I'm not really sure what to include or how much I need to write and wondered if you have any advice/assistance? Thanks

I am also struggling with this module. I’ve had all distinctions so far, some being easier than others, but in most of the modules I’ve found the lessons to be extremely bad to be honest. Most of the learning material for the course so far, I have found myself though books, youtube, forums etc. Unfortunately, I can’t really say that I have learnt anything at all from the university so far.

But the design module seems to be the worst yet for me. Everyone has their strengths I suppose and mine is maths, and so far, most the modules have been heavy math based. The design module is so vague and basic that I’m struggling to apply any of the concepts which are covered in the lessons. It literally has next to no information in the assessment other than you need to make a bike rack and luckily your friend has supplied you with some materials.

Anyone got any advice on this?

 

[Troy_af]

If anyone needs any help or advice I have finished maths, science, electrical principles, analytical instrumentation and machines, so far distinctions in all.

 

[Snowden]

I am also struggling with this module. I’ve had all distinctions so far, some being easier than others, but in most of the modules I’ve found the lessons to be extremely bad to be honest. Most of the learning material for the course so far, I have found myself though books, youtube, forums etc. Unfortunately, I can’t really say that I have learnt anything at all from the university so far.

But the design module seems to be the worst yet for me. Everyone has their strengths I suppose and mine is maths, and so far, most the modules have been heavy math based. The design module is so vague and basic that I’m struggling to apply any of the concepts which are covered in the lessons. It literally has next to no information in the assessment other than you need to make a bike rack and luckily your friend has supplied you with some materials.

Anyone got any advice on this?

Hi!

I have done engineering math, and finishing off science. Engineering design is the next assigned. I have checked the TMAs, are there any examples out there of what is actually required? Or anything out there to point you in the right direction?

Any advice is much appreciated.

 

[Troy_af]

Hi!

I have done engineering math, and finishing off science. Engineering design is the next assigned. I have checked the TMAs, are there any examples out there of what is actually required? Or anything out there to point you in the right direction?

Any advice is much appreciated.

I haven't been able to find anything yet on this module.. I'm cracking on with it slowly after not touching it for the last few months.

Have you managed to get any further forward?

 

[DannyH]

Good afternoon all! I'm looking for some much needed advice please! Now I'm sure this has been sked but here goes....

So I'm currently working as a Wind Turbine Tech but I don't have any electrical, everything I've learnt has been taught through work based learning. Ive spoken with my company and there looking at putting me through the HNC Electrical engineering through Teesside online learning. My issue is having no electrical background and not done a great deal of math's since leaving school how difficult would I find this? I work a 2on2off rotation so have plenty of time to study and also only work 8hour days when working so that's an added bonus.

Also would anyone give me some direction of books I could look at to help me out with the math's prior and any online learning tutorials they've found help them? Finally, has anyone with no prior experience done this course and passed?

 

[Troy_af]

Good afternoon all! I'm looking for some much needed advice please! Now I'm sure this has been sked but here goes....

So I'm currently working as a Wind Turbine Tech but I don't have any electrical, everything I've learnt has been taught through work based learning. Ive spoken with my company and there looking at putting me through the HNC Electrical engineering through Teesside online learning. My issue is having no electrical background and not done a great deal of math's since leaving school how difficult would I find this? I work a 2on2off rotation so have plenty of time to study and also only work 8hour days when working so that's an added bonus.

Also would anyone give me some direction of books I could look at to help me out with the math's prior and any online learning tutorials they've found help them? Finally, has anyone with no prior experience done this course and passed?

I wouldn't worry too much about the maths. They will put you through a maths bridging course before you start, which is supposed to get you up to the required level for the course. Its level 3, which is A level equivalent.

All of the books you need will be given to you when you start a module.

I'm only 2 modules left on the HNC with Teesside, so let me know if you need any further help or advice.

 

[DannyH]

I wouldn't worry too much about the maths. They will put you through a maths bridging course before you start, which is supposed to get you up to the required level for the course. Its level 3, which is A level equivalent.

All of the books you need will be given to you when you start a module.

I'm only 2 modules left on the HNC with Teesside, so let me know if you need any further help or advice.

Hey Troy thanks for the reply, how have you found the course? Did you do the bridging course at the start? Have you any advice on a way to better prepare myslef?

 

[Troy_af]

Hey Troy thanks for the reply, how have you found the course? Did you do the bridging course at the start? Have you any advice on a way to better prepare myslef?

Some modules are harder than others, but everyone has their strengths and weaknesses I suppose.

What I've found with distance learning is that you're very much left to your own devices and to do your own research. Don't expect much help from the tutors.

I found the best thing to do was to speak to others on the course and help each other out.

 

[DannyH]

Some modules are harder than others, but everyone has their strengths and weaknesses I suppose.

What I've found with distance learning is that you're very much left to your own devices and to do your own research. Don't expect much help from the tutors.

I found the best thing to do was to speak to others on the course and help each other out.

Thats great mate thaks for the heads up! Good luck on the rest of your course!!