16/01/2025
About the Program
The Bachelor’s Program in Electrical and Electronic Engineering offers a comprehensive education, integrating engineering principles with mathematics, natural sciences, and management to address modern challenges in electrical engineering.
Students explore a wide range of topics, from low-power electronics to high-energy systems, and in their fourth year, they can choose a specialization for their final project. The program emphasizes practical learning: starting in the third year, students work on individual and group projects to solve real-world engineering problems, such as developing an electronic egg for penguin observation.
The program prepares graduates to work with modern equipment, implement innovative solutions, and participate in competitions like CanSat and Formula Student, making them sought-after professionals in engineering.
Curriculum Overview
This program covers a broad spectrum of subjects in electrical and electronic engineering. Key courses by year include:
Year 1:
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Computer Science
Year 2:
- Circuits and Analysis
- Digital Design
- Sustainable Engineering Mathematics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Electrical Power
- Computer Architecture
- Embedded Systems
Year 3:
- Systems Project
- Engineering Maths & Statistics
- Energy Systems
- Signal and Systems
- Time-Frequency Analysis
- Semiconductors
Year 4:
- Final Year Project
- Analogue Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Linear Control
- Communication Systems
- Electrical Power Systems
These courses prepare students for careers in electrical and electronic engineering by combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
Faculty
The program's academic staff comprises highly qualified PhD professionals with international experience in leading universities worldwide. Their expertise and extensive academic backgrounds ensure a deep understanding of modern science and technology trends while fostering a global perspective among students. Through their support and mentorship, students gain not only foundational knowledge but also skills in demand in global engineering practice.
Learning Outcomes and Graduate Careers
Graduates of the "Bachelor’s Program in Electrical and Electronic Engineering" at Heriot-Watt University are equipped to take on roles as qualified engineers across various fields. Potential career paths include:
1. Electrical Engineer
Designing, developing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment for industries like energy, transport, and manufacturing.
2. Electronics Engineer
Creating and improving electronic devices and systems, such as microcontrollers, sensors, and household appliances.
3. Automation Engineer
Implementing and optimizing control systems for industrial processes, robotics, and automated lines.
4. Systems Engineer
Designing and integrating complex systems, including hardware and software.
5. Renewable Energy Engineer
Developing solutions for solar, wind, and other types of green energy.
6. Embedded Systems Developer
Creating and optimizing embedded technologies used in cars, appliances, and medical devices.
7. Engineering Project Manager
Managing engineering projects with a focus on technical, economic, and commercial aspects.
8. Research Scientist
Working in research institutions to develop innovative technologies.
9. International Engineering Competitor
Applying practical experience from projects like CanSat and Formula Student to excel in engineering competitions and startups.
This program provides not only deep theoretical knowledge but also practical skills, critical thinking, and creativity, making graduates highly competitive in the global job market.
Project Example
The project to create an electronic egg to monitor penguin incubation is a real-life example of a practical problem solved by students in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering program.
Project Background:
Penguins lay and incubate eggs under specific temperature and humidity conditions. To study these processes and protect penguin populations, scientists required a device that could collect data without disrupting natural incubation.
Student Solution:
Students developed an artificial egg equipped with electronics to collect data on temperature, humidity, movement, and other parameters. The device mimics the appearance of a real egg, ensuring the penguins remain undisturbed.
Practical Value:
- The data helps researchers understand penguin behavior and their response to environmental changes.
- Insights are used to preserve populations, especially amid climate change.
- The project demonstrates how engineering knowledge can address ecological challenges.
For students, participating in such projects not only enhances technical skills but also highlights how engineering solutions can benefit society and nature.
