Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2026-2027
Module ENGI1161: Electronic and Electrical Systems 1
Department: Engineering
ENGI1161: Electronic and Electrical Systems 1
| Type | Tied | Level | 1 | Credits | 20 | Availability | Available in 2026/2027 | Module Cap | None. | Location | Durham |
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| Tied to | H100 |
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| Tied to | H103 |
| Tied to | H105 |
| Tied to | H106 |
| Tied to | H107 |
| Tied to | H108 |
| Tied to | H211 |
| Tied to | H212 |
| Tied to | H213 |
| Tied to | H214 |
| Tied to | H215 |
| Tied to | H216 |
| Tied to | H311 |
| Tied to | H312 |
| Tied to | H313 |
| Tied to | H314 |
| Tied to | H315 |
| Tied to | H316 |
| Tied to | H411 |
| Tied to | H412 |
| Tied to | H413 |
| Tied to | H511 |
| Tied to | H512 |
| Tied to | H513 |
| Tied to | H514 |
| Tied to | H515 |
| Tied to | H516 |
| Tied to | H711 |
| Tied to | H712 |
| Tied to | H713 |
| Tied to | H714 |
| Tied to | H715 |
| Tied to | H716 |
| Tied to | H811 |
| Tied to | H812 |
| Tied to | H813 |
| Tied to | H911 |
| Tied to | H912 |
| Tied to | H913 |
Prerequisites
- As specified in programme regulations
Corequisites
- As specified in programme regulations.
Excluded Combination of Modules
- As specified in programme regulations.
Aims
- This module is designed for students studying Department of Engineering degree programmes.
- It provides a working knowledge of circuit theory, basic analogue circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism and digital systems.
- It shows how the material covered fits into the wider engineering context.
Content
- Fundamentals of circuit theory and equivalent circuits
- Basic electronic circuits
- Fundamentals of electric and magnetic fields and their application in electrical machines
- Basic operation of digital systems
- Problem sheets
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- An understanding of DC and AC circuits and their analysis methods.
- An understanding of electromagnetism and electrostatics.
- AHEP Learning Outcomes: In order to satisfy Professional Engineering Institution (PEI) accreditation requirements the following Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP4) Learning Outcomes are assessed within this module:
- C1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems (exam assessed).
- C2. Analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles (exam assessed).
- C3. Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed (exam assessed).
Subject-specific Skills:
- Solution of problems involving electronic and electrical circuits.
Key Skills:
- Numerical skills appropriate to an engineer
- General problem solving skills
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures and associated tutorials, as lectures are the most efficient way to impart the required knowledge in this context.
- Application of course material to regular problem sheets, as this reinforces knowledge and provides training in problem solving.
- Written examinations, as these can directly assess knowledge, understanding and problem solving ability.
- Students are encouraged to engage with staff Office Hours for one‑to‑one or small‑group discussion of any aspect of the module. These sessions are offered weekly during teaching, timings are published on Learn Ultra.
- The following Laboratory Classes (assessed as part of ENGI1171 Engineering Practice) relate to content taught in this module: E11/12 Electronic Measurement Fundamentals; E13 Digital Circuit Design; E14 Electrical Machines.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 38 | 2 per week | 1 hour | 38 | |
| Revision Classes | 2 | 1 hour | 2 | ||
| Preparation and Reading | 160 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Written Examination | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| On Campus Written Examination | 2 hours | 100% | |
Formative Assessment:
Formative assessment is provided by means of compulsory formative problem sheets.
■ Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University.