The Programme Director’s Message

The Electrical Programme is committed to the production of graduates with the academic and social tools, that allows them to integrate into industry and other academic institutions in both Jamaican and international arena. It is to this end that the programme continues to work towards the strengthening of its certificate, diploma and degree programmes. At the same time the programme is working towards the introduction of Master of Engineering with Language programmes.

Programme Title

Diploma in Electrical Engineering 

Programme Code: EEDF1010
 

Programme Description

The first year of the programme introduces students to fundamental principles of electrical and mechanical engineering. Students are also introduced to information technology as well as other foundation courses such as mathematics and communication.

The second year is common to all electrical students with the exception of one subject peculiar to their particular area of specialisation. In this year, all students are introduced to each of the three areas of electrical engineering offered by the School – Power, Instrumentation & Control, and Electronics & Communication. Further work in mathematics and communication is also done in the second year.

In the final year of study, students are trained in their areas of specialisation geared toward the development of competence in the particular area. The inclusion of a major project helps the student in the development of skills in managing such activities. This is coupled with training in industrial management.

All core courses are supported with relevant laboratory work; in some instances industrial site visits may be undertaken. These serve as a complement to the theoretical aspects of the programme.
 

Career Opportunities

Programme Entry Requirement

Students will be admitted to the programmes on the basis of 4 CXC General Proficiency Level or GCE Ordinary Level examinations in Mathematics, English Language, and Physics, and any other technical subject, or equivalent qualifications.