Teeside HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

[Danny1990]

Good to see everybody helping out through this thread! I'm looking at starting this HNC myself in May and found everybody's opinions here very helpful! Good luck to all doing it!

Danny

 

[Askalot]

Good to see everybody helping out through this thread! I'm looking at starting this HNC myself in May and found everybody's opinions here very helpful! Good luck to all doing it!

Danny

Hi Danny,

I'm also considering starting this course in May, was going to sign up to it late last year, but didn't get round to it. Do you have any previous experience with distance learning? All my previous learning has been day release at college.

Has anyone opted to stray away from the scheduled optional modules and completed those more relevant to your job? I've noticed in the handbook it says optional modules may be available.

Cheers

 

[Danny1990]

Hi Danny,

I'm also considering starting this course in May, was going to sign up to it late last year, but didn't get round to it. Do you have any previous experience with distance learning? All my previous learning has been day release at college.

Has anyone opted to stray away from the scheduled optional modules and completed those more relevant to your job? I've noticed in the handbook it says optional modules may be available.

Cheers

Hello mate,

No I dont have any experience with distance learning I also completed my
apprenticeship through day release to college and any other qualifications I have also done after this have been at training centres so this is going to be an experience for me!
Let me know if you go ahead with the May start, I to looked at this last year and I need to do the maths brodging module but was told my Compex qualification counted towards a module.
See how the maths treats me I'm a little bit rusty haha.

Danny

 

[Askalot]

Hello mate,

No I dont have any experience with distance learning I also completed my
apprenticeship through day release to college and any other qualifications I have also done after this have been at training centres so this is going to be an experience for me!
Let me know if you go ahead with the May start, I to looked at this last year and I need to do the maths brodging module but was told my Compex qualification counted towards a module.
See how the maths treats me I'm a little bit rusty haha.

Danny

Thanks for the reply. From what I gather (and it's only my interpretation of the course) is that it does seem more structured and has that 'classroom feel' to it now, by being able to interact with others on the course. Think it changed in Feb from what I read. Yeah I'll keep in touch, I'm more than likely not going to put it off any longer, and get started in May. I'll give them a buzz next week as I want to find out some more about it. I'm hoping I won't have to do the maths bridging course as I got a distinction in the subject at BTEC level, but that was 4 years ago! Maths isn't my strongest point either, but I find persistence pays off. Are you going to stick with the course as it comes or are you looking into going off the beaten track and doing different modules?

Cheers Dan

 

[Danny1990]

Thanks for the reply. From what I gather (and it's only my interpretation of the course) is that it does seem more structured and has that 'classroom feel' to it now, by being able to interact with others on the course. Think it changed in Feb from what I read. Yeah I'll keep in touch, I'm more than likely not going to put it off any longer, and get started in May. I'll give them a buzz next week as I want to find out some more about it. I'm hoping I won't have to do the maths bridging course as I got a distinction in the subject at BTEC level, but that was 4 years ago! Maths isn't my strongest point either, but I find persistence pays off. Are you going to stick with the course as it comes or are you looking into going off the beaten track and doing different modules?

Cheers Dan

Hello matey,

Sorry for the late reply I'm back offshore and been a bit busy lately! I have applied just have to pay for the first module which is in fact the foundation mathematics for engineers so we will see how I get on with that .
As for your BTEC you should be ok maybe, have you filled out the application yet? My compex qualification counts as 30 Level 4 credits so I'm pretty pleased about that, saves doing another module!
As for the modules this is the schedule I was sent with my application;

25th May 2015 Foundation Mathematics For Engineers ( 3)
5th October 2015 1. Analytical Methods for Engineers (4)
8th February 2016 2. Engineering Science (4)
23rd May 2016 3. Digital & Analogue Devices & Circuits (4)
3rd October 2016 4. Programmable Logic Controllers (4)
6th February 20175. Electrical Machines (4) OR Distributed Control Systems (4)
22nd May 20176. Electrical Supply and Distribution (5) OR Combinational & Sequential Logic (5)
2nd October 2017 7. Electrical & Electronic Principles (5)
5th February 2018 8. Project (5).

So looks like I will probably do Distributed Control Systems & Electrical Supply & Distribution. Hope this helps, I'm looking forward to getting it started now!

Danny

 

[sparkymalarky]

@engineer54

Nah I didn't have to do the maths bridging module and I found the maths straightforward enough by using other sources of info as opposed to the learning notes that Teesside provide as they are rubbish! Currently on my fifth module, PLC's , and I'm on my third assignment for that module. Next assignment is the practical which I'm looking forward to. Then it's only two more modules + project and I'm done

 

[Askalot]

Hello matey,

Sorry for the late reply I'm back offshore and been a bit busy lately! I have applied just have to pay for the first module which is in fact the foundation mathematics for engineers so we will see how I get on with that .
As for your BTEC you should be ok maybe, have you filled out the application yet?

Don't worry about it. I have partly filled out the application but got stumped at the part where it asked me to upload my CV and a personal statement. I've not updated my CV in 8 years, so need to get that altered, write out a personal statement and then will continue. Did you have to do this?

My compex qualification counts as 30 Level 4 credits so I'm pretty pleased about that, saves doing another module!

Yeah, I bet that is a bit of a relief, should finish around the same time as me then, as you're doing the Foundation Mathematics for Engineers. I bought some books a while back from Amazon, think it was in this topic that they were recommended.

* Higher Engineering Mathematics-John Bird (Seventh edition)
* Electrical Circuit Theory and Technology-John Bird (Fifth edition)
* Higher National Engineering- Mike Tooley & Lloyd Dingle (Second edition)

Started flicking through the maths book, for a bit of revision and to try and get myself back up to speed. Some of the stuff makes the mind boggle.

As for the modules this is the schedule I was sent with my application;

25th May 2015 Foundation Mathematics For Engineers ( 3)
5th October 2015 1. Analytical Methods for Engineers (4)
8th February 2016 2. Engineering Science (4)
23rd May 2016 3. Digital & Analogue Devices & Circuits (4)
3rd October 2016 4. Programmable Logic Controllers (4)
6th February 20175. Electrical Machines (4) OR Distributed Control Systems (4)
22nd May 20176. Electrical Supply and Distribution (5) OR Combinational & Sequential Logic (5)
2nd October 2017 7. Electrical & Electronic Principles (5)
5th February 2018 8. Project (5).

So looks like I will probably do Distributed Control Systems & Electrical Supply & Distribution. Hope this helps, I'm looking forward to getting it started now!

Yeah, cheers for posting that list, it's helped a lot. Think if they offer me the same I'd take Electrical Supply and Distribution and Electrical Machines.

Are you thinking of doing the HND afterwards? I've read that you can postpone the project if you are. I didn't want to sign up to the HND from the off, just incase I don't get along with this distance learning.

If you don't mind me asking, are you funding the course yourself?

Cheers

 

[Danny1990]

Yeah mate I already had a CV on hand, with me working offshore I have tended to update it after every trip for the last 3 years which was lucky!

Sounds good I will check some of those books out, I already have * Higher Engineering Mathematics-John Bird (Seventh edition). I have been using mathstutor.ac.uk as recommended by somebody in this thread I think. It seems to be pretty good, started looking into it now to get back up to speed!

Yeah I am possibly thinking of the HND, Same I am just going to test the water with the HNC first and see how well I can keep to study patterns etc!? Haha

I'm paying for the course myself, looked at other routes to finance it but I come to the conclusion that I was better leaving the option for student loans to something after this course. What about yourself?

Danny

 

[Askalot]

Yeah mate I already had a CV on hand, with me working offshore I have tended to update it after every trip for the last 3 years which was lucky!

Ah right, not a bad idea mate. Wished I had kept mine a bit more up to date!

Sounds good I will check some of those books out, I already have * Higher Engineering Mathematics-John Bird (Seventh edition). I have been using mathstutor.ac.uk as recommended by somebody in this thread I think. It seems to be pretty good, started looking into it now to get back up to speed!

Think I've seen mathstutor mentioned on in this thread too, will check it out.

Yeah I am possibly thinking of the HND, Same I am just going to test the water with the HNC first and see how well I can keep to study patterns etc!? Haha

That'll be the biggest battle I think, not too sure how much time you're expected to commit to it a week to keep up. Perhaps someone that is already on the course can share what works for them?

I'm paying for the course myself, looked at other routes to finance it but I come to the conclusion that I was better leaving the option for student loans to something after this course. What about yourself?

Yeah, I've looked into student financing, but figured it's probably best to fund it myself.

Cheers bud

 

[YoungBart]

Ive just signed up for this myself. Paid for the maths course etc. I'm looking forward to it. Although slightly worried It's gonna be a bit to advanced. But we'll see, Nice to know there are others on here who I can harass lol.

 

[Davey1988]

Just about to sign up for distance learning for hnc electrical. I completed my level 3 NVQ like this so hopefully I can cope lol if anyone has done the distance learning for the hnc can you send me a unit or two just to check what I'm letting my self in for?

Cheers guys. would really apprichate any stuff on this which would help.

 

[Askalot]

Hi both,

Good to see more signing up to it. Are you both looking to start in May?

We'll all have to swap contact details.

Speak soon

 

[YoungBart]

Indeed I am, not really sure how open learning works, or wether I'll manage to balance work/home/HNC or not, it'll br good to have some contacts

 

[lewis hope]

I am thinking about applying for this. I am a time served electrician with 17th edition and inspection and testing and i have always been ok picking up maths stuff.
On there site it says you need a btech?
just wondering if anyone has started with similar quals as myself ?

 

[Danny1990]

Hello Matey,

i have signed up to the course to start in May. I have City & Guilds NVQ level 3 and Compex and didnt get much of a problem when applying. I think they count the inspection & testing as credits towards a module.
As for the maths they look for some type of qualification above GCSE's level from what I have read so A levels etc. hope this helps.

Danny

 

[lewis hope]

Hello Matey,

i have signed up to the course to start in May. I have City & Guilds NVQ level 3 and Compex and didnt get much of a problem when applying. I think they count the inspection & testing as credits towards a module.
As for the maths they look for some type of qualification above GCSE's level from what I have read so A levels etc. hope this helps.

Danny

Yeah i was looking to start in october mate . Thats alright then if that counts something. Only done gcse maths so i take ill have to do some sort of starter maths or something then

 

[sparkymalarky]

Hi Lads,

Long time since I posted on this thread (or any thread for that matter) since starting up my own business, the HNC has taken a role on the back burner! Buttttt I have just finished module no.5 and I then wished to study Electrical Services only for TUOLE to tell me that it has been suspended??? what other modules have you guys done? (Elective modules that is)

So far I have covered

Engineering Science
Electrical and electronic principles
Analytical methods for engineers
Lighting
PLC
Project still to do
Business management techniques
and last one I don't know!

 

[Jamiedal]

Anybody else start the maths module at Teesside today open learning?

 

[mattyl68]

Have just got my Electrical and electronic principles to go and was wondering if anyone could help in any way. Many thanks

 

[Askalot]

Hi all,

Hope we're all well. Due to work commitments I'm unable to start the course until October.

Anyone here started in May? If so, how are you finding it?

Cheers

 

[sumerz]

Have just got my Electrical and electronic principles to go and was wondering if anyone could help in any way. Many thanks

Which modules have have you complete we might be able to help each other out, I recently got a distinction in the electrical and electronic principles

 

[Danny1990]

Anybody else start the maths module at Teesside today open learning?

Hello mate,

Just seen this now! Yeah I have started the same time, how you finding it so far then?

 

[Jamiedal]

Hello mate,

Just seen this now! Yeah I have started the same time, how you finding it so far then?

not finding it too bad, have had to have some help on a few bits so far how about you?

 

[Danny1990]

not finding it too bad, have had to have some help on a few bits so far how about you?

Yeah its been alright so far, Im back off to work next week though for 6 weeks doing 12 hour shifts so we will see how much I can get done then haha. Where abouts are you upto? I am onto the last lesson of the Trigonometry but havnt done anything since last week

 

[Jamiedal]

Yeah its been alright so far, Im back off to work next week though for 6 weeks doing 12 hour shifts so we will see how much I can get done then haha. Where abouts are you upto? I am onto the last lesson of the Trigonometry but havnt done anything since last week

Im only on the 6th lesson of the algebra but I have been on 12 hour shifts and I'm struggling to take in the information after work, got fri to Monday off tho so hoping to finish it and get my assessment in last minute, was trying to do it at 4 or 5 in the morning and that was a waste of time. You should be ok if your on the last lesson of trigonometry

 

[Danny1990]

Im only on the 6th lesson of the algebra but I have been on 12 hour shifts and I'm struggling to take in the information after work, got fri to Monday off tho so hoping to finish it and get my assessment in last minute, was trying to do it at 4 or 5 in the morning and that was a waste of time. You should be ok if your on the last lesson of trigonometry

Ah man yeah that will be hard work trying to focus after shift. If you need a hand with anything give me a shout, it sounds like there is a few people just starting lesson 1 on the algebra over the last week

 

[WeeChumlee]

Hi all
After a long break I decided I had better get going again..
Completed Maths, Eng Science and pneumatics so far, now just about to start Electrical Machines.
Anybody here done Elec Machines?

Oh man, motivation is difficult when the sun is still shining once you get home from work..

 

[Jamiedal]

Ah man yeah that will be hard work trying to focus after shift. If you need a hand with anything give me a shout, it sounds like there is a few people just starting lesson 1 on the algebra over the last week

thanks for the offer of help mate, hopefully I'll be ok, got 2 weeks off during the trigonometry so hoping not to get too far behind on that one

 

[sparky222]

Hi all
After a long break I decided I had better get going again..
Completed Maths, Eng Science and pneumatics so far, now just about to start Electrical Machines.
Anybody here done Elec Machines?

Oh man, motivation is difficult when the sun is still shining once you get home from work..

I am currently completing the electrical machines unit. I've got one TMA to complete but I've found the maths difficult. This is the first unit I've attempted through Tees Uni. I've already got 4 units from about 10 years ago when I started the HNC through a local college which I've APL'd across to Tees. I remember the assignments being easier from 10 years ago making me wish I had completed it back then, but circumstances made it difficult. Good luck with the unit, let me know if I can give you any help. I'm trying to decide which unit to do next, just got project to complete from the core ones and two more elective.

 

[sparky222]

Hi all, just completing electrical machines unit, the maths was hard. Anyone got any advice as to next possible units? I need to do project and another 2 elective units. I've already completed PLC's.

 

[WeeChumlee]

Hi all, just completing electrical machines unit, the maths was hard. Anyone got any advice as to next possible units? I need to do project and another 2 elective units. I've already completed PLC's.

Hi Sparky
Your inbox is full.
Tried to send u a message but it failed.
I have completed pneumatics if that helps you.

Cheers

 

[Davey1988]

i am current undertaking the maths assesments, finding it kinda hard lol

 

[sparky222]

Just finished the last TMA for electrical machines. What is the process when you finish a unit? Do you need to do some sort of interview with the unit tutor?

 

[WeeChumlee]

Just finished the last TMA for electrical machines. What is the process when you finish a unit? Do you need to do some sort of interview with the unit tutor?

Hi Sparky222

The way it has gone with myself is a short telephone conversation with the tutor, generally a week or two after the TMA has been marked.
The tutor will get hold of you or leave a note with the assessment feedback.

Regards

 

[sparky222]

Hi guys,

Just finished the hydraulics & pneumatics unit. I found it much easier than electrical machines unit, the tma's were mainly research and diagrams not much maths which was good for me. Think I'm going to have a go at engineering applications next before finishing with project. Hope everyone is going OK, if you need any help with electrical machines or hydraulics/pneumatics just send me a message.

 

[WeeChumlee]

Hi Sparky222
Just doing TMA2 of elec machines. Q4 has me a bit boggled. Could do with a tip if you could.
Sorry, have not done eng. apps so can't reciprocate I'm afraid.
Cheers
WeeCh

 

[YoungBart]

Hi all, I started my hnc in May this year and I'm on with the foundation maths bit, TMA2 I'm stuck on one of the questions about finding angles in a triangle, I've got all the sides and one angle but I'm struggling to get the numbers to add up for the others, what formulas have you guys used?

 

[Lagentium]

Thanks for everyone contributing to this thread, I've just read it all and it's nice to see different opinions and points of view. After getting the HNC what are people hoping to move into job wise? I'm an approved electrician and wondering what job I may be able to move into after hopefully completing the HNC and maybe the HND, because I've done things in the past where I've had the blinkers on and just focused on finishing the course and not thought about what to do after, any ideas gents??

Regards, James

 

[paulnev76]

Hi im hoping to start on the 8th February 2016 if i need to do the bridging course will i start it now or on the course start date???

 

[Imranzz]

Hi did you complete pnumatics and hydraulics module. I really need help on TMA 1 Q3 Q4 Q5 and would appricate you help.
Thank you

 

[Danny1990]

Hi im hoping to start on the 8th February 2016 if i need to do the bridging course will i start it now or on the course start date???

Hello mate,

You start with the bridging module on the start date if you do it, I have just finished it and started Analytical methods for engineers. Bit of a jump in the maths from the bridging module though.

Danny

 

[lewis hope]

Just been accepted into the course . Can't wait to get started in Feb .

 

[paulnev76]

I've just been accepted on the course

 

[Ianlamb]

Hi,
I have just started the Engineering science and with me being from an electrical background it all looks a bit alien. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[sparky2705]

Hi,
Started the HNC Electrical/Electronic engineering via distance learning with Teesside uni, completed the maths bridging course and I'm currently on with Analytical Methods for Engineers TMA1 & TMA2.
Any help with the TMAs would be greatly appreciated and I can offer help with the maths bridging course if needed.
Currently struggling with time management, long hours at work and two little ones at home don't help.Thanks in advance.

Mark.

 

[sparky2705]

Hi,
How are you finding the AME modules, I've just started them and finding the maths a massive step up from the bridging course.
Any info would be greatly appreciated (just started TMA 1 and TMA2) and vice versa if I can help with anything let me know.

Mark.

 

[sumerz]

Does anyone fancy swapping the plc assignments? Losing the will to live with it at the moment! Ive completed all the 4 core units, d and a electronics, safety engineering and engineering applications

 

[sparkymalarky]

Alright lads, just thought I would post in here saying as I started the thread waaaayyyy back! There is light at the end of the tunnel! HNC completed! [emoji41][emoji41][emoji41]

 

[Richard Burns]

Well done, certainly the thread got a lot of attention over time.
Seems it took slightly more than the planned 18 months!
But a good thing to have completed you must be very pleased.
A mega achievement.:chillpill::cheesy::clap:

 

[lemonkettaz]

Hello,

I am currently considering starting this course too starting this May (2016) through open learning. I am currently electrician trained in the Army and I'm planning ahead really, so wondering how people got on with this course and whether it is a worthwhile course to have under your belt?

What sort of doors does this course open up for you? Also for anyone that has done this open learning style how did they find it?

I am willing to put alot of effort into this and smash it as quick as I can, I enjoy being in education although can't say I am the brightest when it comes to Mathematics