BEng (Hons) Low Carbon Energy, Efficiency & Sustainability (Degree Apprenticeship)

Program Overview

This Welsh Degree Apprenticeship program focuses on low carbon energy, efficiency, and sustainability, providing a foundation in engineering fundamentals and specializing in renewable energy subjects. Through face-to-face, online, and practical teaching methods, students gain real-world experience through work-based assignments and capstone projects, leading to career progression in the sustainability sector. The program is fully funded for eligible employees in Wales.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This course has been developed to meet the needs of local industry in the critical field of low carbon energy, efficiency, and sustainability. The program focuses on creating systems, products, and services that are sustainable and limit adverse environmental impacts. It is fully funded for students employed in Wales for 51% of the time, as part of the Welsh Degree Apprenticeship scheme. The course provides a foundation in engineering fundamentals for career success.

Outline:

Year 1 (Level 4):

• Modules:
• Analytical Engineering Techniques
• Engineering & Operations Management
• Design & CAD
• Future Energy Systems and Sustainability
• Project (Environmental Audit Case Study)

Year 2 (Level 5):

• Modules:
• Analytical Control Techniques
• Modern Manufacture, Sustainability & Industry 4.0
• Solar and Biomass Energy Engineering
• Wind and Hydro Energy Engineering
• Project (Feasibility Study)
• Focus: Deepens focus on core sustainability and renewable energy subjects.
The second capstone project requires an environmental feasibility study in the workplace, demonstrating knowledge progression and improvements to processes for sustainability.

Year 3 (Level 6):

• Modules:
• Project
• Product Design
• Managing Workforce, Engagement & Commitment
• Maintenance & Safety System
• Energy Saving, Low Carbon and Recycling Systems
• Focus: Further converges program content towards sustainability, efficiency, and low carbon energy.
The final year projects build on previous capstone projects and fully implement solutions to improve sustainability and efficiency in the workplace.

Assessment:

• Methods:
• Essays
• Projects
• Work-based assignments
• Examinations
• Case studies
• Portfolios

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Face-to-face provision
• Online content
• Tutorials
• Self-guided study
• Practical sessions
• Faculty:
• Wrexham Glyndŵr University faculty are committed to supporting students in maximizing their academic potential.
• Workshops and support sessions are available in academic writing, effective note-taking, and assignment preparation.
• Academic skills tutors are available to assist with the practical aspects of university work.

Careers:

• Career Support:
• Wrexham Glyndŵr University's Careers and Employability service assists students in making decisions and planning for their future.
• Potential Outcomes:
• Professional qualifications through the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) and other professional bodies
• Career progression within the current company

Other:

• Course Schedule: One day per week for a full calendar year.