DE5416                             EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND SYSTEMS

Level 5                                             Credits 15                                            Version July 2010

LEARNING TIME

RECOMMENDED PRE-REQUISITE

Nil

RECOMMENDED CO-REQUISITE

Nil

AIM/PURPOSE

To develop an understanding of emerging technologies that otherwise would not be available in the diploma programme.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.         Demonstrate advanced knowledge of factors that affect electrotechnology industry product or system changes and development

2.         Demonstrate advanced knowledge of current developments in new or emerging electrotechnology products or systems

3.       Evaluate practical applications of a new or emerging electrotechnology product or system

INDICATIVE CONTENT

●          Methods of compliance with legislation and regulations pertaining to the electrotechnology product and system development

●          Analysis and comparison of current developments for a particular electrotechnology industry sector and the impact on other sectors both within and external to the electrotechnology industry