- Institution : Villa College
- Course Category: Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Intake: January/ May September
- Duration: 4 years
- Language: English
- MQA Level: 7
- Delivery Medium: Face-to-Face
- Awarding Body: Villa College
Entry Requirement
- General Entry
- A minimum of 2 passes at A-Level is required (a pass in Mathematics and any one physical science subject) OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field
Course Modules
Year 1 Units:
Computer Programming
Electrical and Electronics Principles
Engineering Drawing and Graphics
Engineering Mathematics 1
Occupational Safety and Ethics
Environment and Sustainable Engineering
Mechanics
Electronic Circuits 1
Digital Electronics
Engineering Mathematics 2
Workshop Technology
Integrated Circuits
Year 2 Units:
Engineering Mathematics 3
Circuit Analysis
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Electrical Machines
Electronic circuits 2
Signal and systems
Electromagnetism
Communication Systems
Electric Power System
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Programmable Logic Controllers, Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Electrical Energy Utilization
Optional module (only compulsory for those students exiting with Diploma)
Industrial Training 1
Exit with Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Year 3 Units:
Control System
Research and Development Methodology
Power Electronics and Drives
Embedded Systems
Instrumentation and Measurement
Digital Communication
Engineering Design and Project Management
Engineering Capstone Project
RF and Microwave Engineering
Power System Analysis
Switchgear and Protection
Data Communication and Networks
Optional module (only compulsory for those exiting with Advanced Diploma)
Industrial Training 2
Exit with Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Year 4 Units:
Internet of Things
Final Year Project 1
Wireless Communication
Satellite and Optical Communications
Digital Signal Processing
Robotics Systems and Automation
Renewable Energy
High Voltage Engineering
Engineer and Society
Data Mining and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Final Year Project 2
Industrial Training 3
Course Fee
First year = MVR 4,899 per month x 12 months
(MVR 2,899 under the government free first degree scheme)
Second year = MVR 5,149 per month x 12 months
(MVR 3,149 under the government free first degree scheme)
Third year = MVR 6,199 per month x 12 months
(MVR 4,199 under the government free first degree scheme)
Fourth year = MVR 6,199 per month x 12 months
(MVR 4,199 under the government free first degree scheme)
Course Description
The Electrical and Electronics Engineering degree is one of the vital engineering fields that covers various important sectors such as electrical power generation, transmission and distribution, micro and nano electronics, robotics and automation, mobile and satellite communication, data transmission and computer networks, etc. The electrical engineering field is the powerhouse of the whole world; without which nothing works. This programme covers all these sector requirements and provides a wide scope in job opportunities for the graduating students. This programme provides sound engineering and technological knowledge in the specialized field through state-of-the-art laboratories and modern simulation tools. It also incorporates a capstone project, mini projects and final year project modules in order to train the students to graduate with creative and innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. The industrial training module provides the opportunity for students to experience real-world working environments. Other soft skills such as effective communication and presentation skills, entrepreneurial skills, professional ethics, safety, environment and sustainability skills and project management skills are developed through various engineering activities. Various technologies of Industry 4.0 are incorporated in the syllabus and prepare them ready for the job market. Furthermore, this programme provides an excellent pathway for the professional practice and recognition as a qualified professional engineer.