University of York
Bachelor of Engineering Hons in Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology
The Bachelor of Engineering Hons in Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology in Engineering and Technology is offered by University of York.
Program Length: 3 YEARS.
Bachelor of Engineering Hons in Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology offered by the University of York
Small technology, big ideas.Nanotechnology is revolutionising electronic engineering.Nanotechnology encompasses the design and study of devices on a scale of less than 100nm - barely a few hundred atoms across. From ultra-high-speed processors to super accurate sensors, nano-scale devices are transforming science and technology across a broad spectrum of fields, including microelectronics, data storage, medicine and the environment.Drawing on the expertise of nanotechnology research groups at York, this course emphasises those areas of nanotechnology directly relevant to contemporary electronics. It forms part of a broad and strong core programme in electronics and provides ‘hands-on’ opportunities to build and characterise nanoscale devices.You'll graduate with the knowledge required to operate with confidence - as a designer, researcher or manager - in the rapidly-expanding world of nanotechnology.AccreditationThis course is fully accredited by the IET and counts towards the training requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Our courses have been continually accredited for 25 years.IET Accreditation
Course contentThe modules are geared to meet the rigorous needs of the electronics industry. You'll study the principles and practicalities of electronic engineering, as well as honing essential skills in mathematics and computer programming.As you progress, you'll cover topics such as electronic hardware design, software programming, signal processing and analysis, microprocessor interfacing, engineering construction and design, feedback and computer control. In your final year, advanced option modules allow you to specialise according to your own developing interests, in areas from digital communications to nanoelectronics.Throughout your course you'll have opportunities to apply your learning in our well-equipped labs. Individual and group projects will see you design, build and test products using state-of-the-art hardware, software and fabrication facilities.Study abroadThere are opportunities for you to spend time abroad during your course:Explore global opportunitiesYear 1Year 1 provides you with a grounding in electronic principles, circuits, components and devices. There's a strong emphasis on mathematics and computing, including learning the C and Python programming languages. You'll also develop your practical skills, designing and building complete products as part of laboratories and group projects. You'll be introduced to the key concepts and applications of nanoscience and nanotechnology.Core modulesEngineering Design (10 credits)Analogue Electronics and Physics (30 credits)Mathematics (30 credits)Digital Circuits (15 credits)Introduction to Programming (15 credits)Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (20 credits)
Academic integrity moduleIn addition to the above you will also need to complete the online Academic Integrity module.Year 2In Year 2 you'll learn to analyse and design hardware and software systems. You'll study material including nanofabrication and analysis, algorithms, electromagnetism and Java programming. An advanced construction project gives you the opportunity to apply your skills of design, engineering, problem-solving and project management.Core modulesDesign, Construction and Test (15 credits)Java Programming (15 credits)Engineering Mathematics, Signals and Systems (20 credits)Noise, Waves and Fields (20 credits)Digital Design with HDL (10 credits)Semiconductor Devices and Circuits (20 credits)Nanofabrication and nanoanalysis (20 credits)Year 3In Year 3 you'll study a range of advanced core and option modules. You can focus on your interests, or investigate a new aspect of electronic engineering, including nanoelectronics. Throughout the year you'll work on a major individual project, using the knowledge and skills you've developed to research and design a solution to an engineering challenge.Core modulesBEng Individual Project (40 credits)Control (10 credits)Communication Systems (10 credits)Applications of EM (20 credits)Principles of DSP (10 credits)Nanoelectronics (10 credits)Photonics and Nanophotonics (10 credits)The BEng Individual Project gives you a chance to put the skills and understanding you've developed into practice. You'll undertake an independent project: from specification, through initial feasibility studies, to production and testing. Projects from previous years have included:radio-controlled ultra-small airplaneprogrammable environmental chambermeasuring and predicting solar outputmagnetic biosensors for future medicinevisual tuning feedback for choirsan electronic AlethiometerMany of the projects on offer are closely aligned to our current research, giving you the chance to work alongside world-class academics at the forefront of the field.Option modulesYou'll select one of the following modules (10 credits each):Analogue EngineeringState Space and Digital ControlDigital Communication SystemsLAN and Internet ProtocolsMobile Communication SystemsAccounting and Finance