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		<title>BA in English or Bachelor of Creative Writing?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52535</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-19T00:35:24 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>SAVIO</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Dear All,<br /><br />I'm an electrical building services engineer with 20 years of experience. My boss said I should improve my English as English is not my 1st language. I wish to seek your opinion whether I should apply for a BA in English or a Bachelor of Creative Writing in a US university. My goal is after I completed the degree, I can really improve my English.<br /><br />Any advice is welcome!<br /><br />Many thanks in advance.]]></description>
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		<title>HND vs Foundation Degree - Electrical / Electronic Engineering</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52496</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-15T17:47:12 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>wevest</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello, <br /><br />I'm currently an Approved Electrician but would like to head into the world of engineering/<br /><br />I've been looking at which course to study and had decided that a full-time HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering over 2 years sounded like the best option.  However, I just discovered foundation Degrees and I'm a little confused.<br /><br />After speaking to colleges/uni's, they've advised me that the two courses are essentially the same thing, just under a different name.  But 2 years is a lot of time (and money) to invest and I want to be sure that I'm going for the correct course.  <br /><br />Can anybody shed a little more light on the subject?  Are foundation degrees recognized, accepted and sought after by industry?  More so than HND's?  Which will make me more employable once I've finished?<br /><br />Thanks in advance,<br />Sam]]></description>
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		<title>Beng top up Electrical/Electronic, block residential or distance</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52447</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-11T23:45:51 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>jj1985</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi,<br />I am just about to complete my HND in E&E Eng at UCBC and i'm looking at topping up to Beng from september. Due to my unique situation at work, i can't go down the traditional day release part time route. However i can attend block residential or even carry out distance learning. It looks like blackburn will not be offering the Beng top up this year but i have found two universities that offer something similar, bradford university (E&E) and portsmouth university (electronic systems). Is there anyone here who has completed either of these courses that could shed a bit more light on them? Or can anyone recommend others? I am more interested in the electrical side of things(power), also i am after an accredited degree.<br />Many thanks]]></description>
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		<title>Distance Learning - Mechanical Engineering Beng</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52316</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-01T13:33:00 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>livesteam</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Afternoon Gents,<br /><br />I did start Mech Eng degree at the University of Southampton a few years ago but had to leave due to personal circumstances. <br /><br />I'm now looking at restarting my degree but this time through the distance learning option or part time courses around Surrey/Hampshire/Dorset.<br /><br />I've had a look at the OU but wondered if anyone had any other recommendations?? <br /><br />Thanks in Advance,<br />David]]></description>
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		<title>Accredited Beng Degree</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52305</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-04-30T17:10:32 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>Jules007</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ i have graduated with a Beng Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the unversity of Mauritius with a second class first division (Hons). i would like to know if my degree is accredited by IET and also if i can apply for career development online. can anyone help me please?]]></description>
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		<title>What is the formula?</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-20T15:37:42 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>harper1993</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Can someone please help me out and give me the formula for this question, I have my C&G level 3 301 exam coming up in 3 weeks and im undertaking 5 hours revision a day. I did this kind of question at the start of the year but I have forgot the formula and cant find it anywhere.. <br /><br />A single phase circuit dissipates 2.5 kW of power and operates at a power factor of 0.95. The current flowing will be :<br /><br />A. 11.4A<br />B. 10.32A<br />C. 10.8A<br />D.10.4A]]></description>
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		<title>HNC Project, solenoid control problem.</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=52050</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-04-15T22:07:06 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>woody1001625</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi all, this is my first ever post on a forum like this so bare with me! I have decided to design and construct a programmable watering device for a domestic lawn as a HNC project. I have selected a (cheap) latching solenoid valve (to preserve battery power) to open and close the supply of mains water to a sprinkler attachment on the lawn, but can't seem to find a suitable controller. It must operate the solenoid instantaneously (as it is a latching solenoid) allow the flow of water for an hour, and then operate it closed again, it will preferably run off a 6v battery, and be relatively compact. The user must be able to programme the time at which this happens. Any help will be appreciated.]]></description>
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		<title>Telecommunications/networking phd topic</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51788</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-30T15:03:35 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>25095514</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi does anyone know any comms topic that would be good to do a phd on? I'm struggling to pick an area and related problem. <br />Its possibly my aspergers causing problems coming up with original abstract and obscure ideas, but everything I come up with has already been done when I look it up (like ofdm on plc to get rid of interference). Once I have the subject I'd be fine, I'm good at research, but I don't have the start point.<br />Research teams being developed are around information security, information management and intelligent systems, and data analytics. <br />So if anyone has any ideas that fit into the above I would be extremely grateful if you would like to share with me. <img src="/forums/forum/i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"><br />Thanks<br />Andy]]></description>
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		<title>Book recommendation</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51785</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-30T07:22:45 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>Vinhdq</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi All. I would like to read some books on Reliability Engineering, particularly from an asset owner point of view. Specifically, when the owner only specifys the requirements for a third party and then the third party supply the parts / asset. Any recommendations would be most welcomed. Thanks]]></description>
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		<title>FIRST LEGO League - Get Involved</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51552</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-19T13:54:41 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>agkotb</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ For more information on FLL visit our website www.firstlegoleague.co.uk]]></description>
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		<title>Where after HND?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51348</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-10T20:59:58 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>robotron1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi!<br /><br />I'm thinking about enrolling in Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND with TUOLE (Teesside University). That part I'm clear about, but what I'm not clear about is what to do afterward?<br /><br />Portsmouth has a top-up distance learning degree, but it's not accredited. Do universities allow enrolling directly in the third year?]]></description>
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		<title>Communications engineering graduate looking for a job in RF testing</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51339</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-09T21:31:46 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>Nahid009</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi,<br /><br />I graduated from the University of Birmingham with a merit in Communications engineering. My degree covered the RF engineering stuff predominantly and also included a design exercise based on amplifiers. <br /><br />Currently I am looking for a position as a RF test engineer but it seems I get no response after making applications, as such I am assuming this is due to requirements for more hands on work with oscilloscopes and network analysers. <br /><br />Would anyone be able to recommend me some suitable hands on training courses for RF testing, which I can use to impress employers.<br /><br />Thanks]]></description>
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		<title>HNC building services</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51279</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-07T19:15:39 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>Marc118</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi all,<br /><br />Has anyone taken a building services HNC with logis-tech, as a distant learner? Or any other provider for that matter.<br /><br />I'm 30 years old and work as a refrigeration and air conditioning engineer for medium sized building services company and Im looking for the next step up the ladder qualification, both as a career progression and self yearning to learn.<br /><br />I'm not quite sure what career direction I would like to take but i'm thinking maybe either consultancy or design.<br /><br />I'm qualified up to NVQ level 3 and so the building services HNC seems the next logical step but with it being distant learning, I'm a little bit worried about if I will struggle to get to grips with the science and maths involved, especially since I won't be in a class room and be able to listen to the lecturer and ask questions.<br /><br />I know that I would be assigned a tutor but to what degree would they be available to help?<br /><br />I consider myself very academic and know that if I was to attend a college or uni full or part time then there wouldn't be an issue but the fact is I would be studying from home alone.<br /><br />Hopefully someone on here can shed some light on the Distant learning process.<br /><br />Kind regards<br /><br />Marc]]></description>
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		<title>Newly qualified domestic installer needs experience</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51233</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-05T21:21:08 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>thomo2525</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ My name is Andy Thomas and I have recently completed a Domestic Installer Qualification. This includes Part-P, Wiring Regulations, City & Guilds 2392 and DPIR.<br /><br /> I am trying to gain experience in the electrician business and find work with an electrician for 12 months  -  2 years to build some confidence and experience. I'd be pleased to negotiate any pay but I really would like to be out and about seeing the job first hand. I am from Stramshall (near Uttoxeter) but am happy to travel anywhere within the Midlands.<br /><br />If you have an opportunity available or are able to discuss this please contact me on 07527 251636, thomo2525@hotmail.co.uk or at the address above. Any advice would be greatly accepted.<br /><br />Andy]]></description>
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		<title>HOMER Energy Software: Dissertation project</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51187</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-03-01T19:21:06 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>scottjh23</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi Folks<br /><br />I am currently doing my honors dissertation on "optimization of domestic micro grids". I am using homer energy software to simulate a domestic turbine and solar pv system with grid feed in. However I can not gain access to get the clearness index and radiation values required by the software. Does anyone have access to the software and able to help?<br /><br />Scott]]></description>
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		<title>Mechanics of a Ratcheting Screwdriver</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=51095</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-02-26T05:22:34 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>DaveBurrows</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello, <br /><br />My background is in the visual arts. I'm constructing a machine to make part of my job easier. Given a power source that rotates in only one direction, I'm looking to move an object back and forth with it.<br /><br />I first considered an Arduino sketch, and a little 12V. DC motor. This is problematic in that the power source is manually controlled, and it needs to remain so due to the relative fragility of the material this machine processes. My hand can feel the slight resistance that precedes material failure and react even before I think about it. I'm not aware of a sensor that could do that.<br /><br />I've also considered using levers at either end of an ordinary threaded steel rod with a triple gear system at one end; a driver, an idler, and a driven gear for lack of better names. The driver gear would be connected to the power source by a pair of pulleys, and a belt, while the driven gear would change rotational directions depending on the position of the idler. I haven't abandoned that idea.<br /><br />I was using a ratcheting screwdriver today, and thought the bi-directional grooved shaft & it's pawl might be a more elegant way to accomplish the same back and forth motion. It could be made of nylon, steel, or stainless, but I'm having trouble sourcing either parts or any research material due to my nomenclature deficit.  <img src="/forums/forum/i/expressions/face-icon-small-blush.gif" border="0"><br /><br />If you know it, would you please be so kind as to pass along the name of that shaft? If you also happen to know the name of an outfit(s) who manufactures, or retails these parts, I'd be much obliged to know that as well. Thank you in advance.<br /><br />Peace, <br /><br />Dave]]></description>
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		<title>LV Fault question help</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-02-20T19:44:23 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>andyellis79</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi, can anyone help with this question I've been set?<br />I've scoured the internet, but can't seem to find the right answer from the information I have been given.<br />"When testing a three phase supply you find brown phase with 230 V, black phase with 50 V and grey phase with 0 V. What would this indicate?"<br />and also, what are the symptoms of a neutral fault on an LV network?<br />If anyone can help it'd be much appreciated, I've been searching for hours!<br />Cheers]]></description>
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		<title>What Qualifications do I need to start work</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=50782</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-02-07T21:13:50 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>kylejames</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I am leaving the RAF after 13 years as an electrical technician, I start a course on Monday through CTP, Electrical Installation Incorporating Part which gives me the following quals, ECS Health & Safety - JIB <br />CITB Electrical Installation Level A Full Scope <br />17th Edition C&G 2382-12. <br />Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations. C&G 2394, and <br />Building Regulations C&G 2393. <br />I also already have an advanced moden apprenticeship in engineering which includes BTEC in engineering and an NVQ level 3 in engineering maintenance (communication electronics). So my main question is will I be qualified and certified to be a domestic electrician, if not what else do I need. I am intending on doing the C&G 2395 after these aswell. I am also after some advice if its possible, I am also looking at continueing on to be a full comercial and industrial electrician I have heard the only way to do this is by completing the C&G 2365, is this correct or do I need any other quals. <br />P.S Is anybody employing :-p <br /><br />Hope to hear back from people soon. <br /><br />Kind regards <br />Kyle]]></description>
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		<title>2395 Question Help please</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-01-30T13:14:13 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>JJH</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Question  ( worth 15 Marks )<br />Describe how a test for earth fault loop impedance, by direct measurement may be carried out on a circuit supplying a three-phase steamer .<br /><br />My answer would be<br />I would not measure Zs on this circuit as it would contravene EAW Safe working practices. The value for Zs can be achieved without working near live conductors by R1+R2+Ze.<br /><br />Comments :- I guess my answer would not get me 15 marks !<br /><br />Can Anyone out there give me a Model answer to the question ? i.e. What are the examiners looking for ?<br /><br />Thanks]]></description>
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		<title>C &amp; G</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-01-27T19:56:52 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>chrissj91</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Good evening people.<br /><br />I was wondering if anyone is aware of any training courses relevant to the work I do. Currently I work on designing, installing and commissioning biomass gasification plants. <br /><br />I've been looking at city and guilds qualifications to enhance my cv along with the HNC I'm on. I've come across the 2396 design course and others like it. But I feel they are more relevant to domestic and commercial. Compex seems to be a relevant course and I'm looking at doing that as most of our equipment is atex and some at sil 2.<br />Unfortunately I'm not employed on a formal apprenticeship so I do not get the formal qualifications like NVQ's, hence why I'm looking for something to catch up to the competition.<br /><br />Any ideas?]]></description>
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		<title>Need a Hard Working Final Year Apprentice?? DEVON-SOUTH WEST</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=50500</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-01-25T12:21:14 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>danpic</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi, im just writing a message to see if there's anyone or know of anyone that are in need of an extra man? Im in my final year of my apprenticeship, im highly experienced in domestic work and i've done minor commercial work as well, but would relish the chance to do more.<br /> <br />The reason im looking is because my current boss has recently took up kitchen fitting, its good experience, but I would much prefer to be doing any electrical work to help out with my NVQ. I have a valid CSCS card, tools and my own transport.<br /> <br />It would be a great help if anyone knows of any opportunities, I would really appreciate it if you could email me at picariello@hotmail.co.uk<br /> <br />Thanks for your time<br />Dan.]]></description>
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		<title>work experience in the middle east during my gap year preferable engineering related</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=50258</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-01-12T10:30:37 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>earmah</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi everyone, so im interested in studying constructional engineering or structural engineering when in college. I want to take a gap year and gain work experience in these fields, however i would like to do this in the middle east. Does anyone know any companies that i can research on which could help me?]]></description>
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		<title>Engineering at the Open University</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-01-10T14:02:52 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>mikeday1991</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello everyone!<br /><br />First post here today, but been reading a good few topics - some really interesting things on this forum!<br /><br />I am currently studying with the Open University, studying towards a chemistry degree. In recent months I have been seriously thinking about careers (mainly the salary) and job enjoyment. This has led me to engineering and has opened my eyes to what I am interested in and would like to do. <br />I am now presented with the opportunity of changes courses with the Open University, as I was quite early on in my studies.<br /><br />My girlfriends step dad has been involved in projects such as Trawsfynydd and now Dounreay, which has really caught my interest and having a big impact on my wanting to get involved in Engineering<br /><br />The problem I have now is getting onto the Open University course (one remaining IET accredited course) and then working out what to specialise in. <br />The course itself (B65 Bachelor of Engineering) is terminating in a few years, so I would have to get my head down and complete the course soon. <br />I have looked at all the modules the IET requires I study and I can then build on from there.<br />One of my questions are:  which area of engineering pays the most? (I know this sounds very materialistic, but I am interested to know peoples real world opinions)<br />I have a passion for studying and being involved in projects relating to Energy and renewable power (I enjoyed jarathoon's topic on the ITER's JET project) and anything to do with the Nuclear industry. However I do also like the idea of being involved in large scale civil projects (bridges, roads and the like)<br /><br />I would like some opinions on which people enjoy the most, which is going to be the most up and coming and peoples opinion of, if they were going at things from afresh, which area of engineering they would specialise in.<br /><br />A little bit about me: My name is Michael, I've recently turned 21 and I am currently working for a nationwide up and coming legal firm (which I have no interest or prior knowledge in - its going towards the mortgage fund)<br />I have studied heavily in maths and science in secondary school and took Biology, Chemistry and Physics at College. <br />The initial plan was to "Get a chemistry degree and go from there" but now I am that bit older and wiser I wish I was one of those people who had a career in mind, rather than just a degree choice. <br /><br />So someone - please help me!]]></description>
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		<title>I want to be a electrician but have aspergers</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-01-03T20:13:02 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>weebeatmonkey</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I want to be a electrician but have aspergers would it make a difference. I wanted to know if this would affect my me from getting an apprenticeship. I have completed a work placement as an electrician and got a glowing report and I have been going to army cadets for a while so I think my social skills have improved greatly. thanks]]></description>
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		<title>Looking for a Electrical Qualification</title>
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		<pubDate>2012-12-19T20:05:13 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>BaddersChadders</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello all, this if my first post here.<br /><br />I am wanting to become qualified in Electrical Engineering, not necessarily in Electronic. Less to do with circuits and more to do with electricity generation.<br /><br />I am wondering what courses are available for this, as the majority either seem to be a mash of both or circuitry biased.<br /><br />I am not sure in which direction to go at the moment, as there is no one to talk to about this. But for me, Electromagnetic fields and interactions is fascinating to me.<br /><br />Please can anyone advise. Thank you.]]></description>
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		<title>EV - automotive industry for a secure future?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=49787</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-12-18T20:46:11 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>tomek91</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello,<br /><br />I'm about to graduate in Power Engineering, my initial target specialization is <u>Electric Vehicle</u> development.<br /><br />Therefore I would like to ask more experienced people about what do you think about this career path?<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Tom]]></description>
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		<title>Graduation university, does it really make a difference?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=49693</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-12-11T23:50:23 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>MatthewGent</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I am currently an BEng Aerospace Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University (a metropolitan university) and my work is going very well. I am currently faced with a choice.<br /><br />I can either continue to do my MEng year at my current university, or move to Manchester to complete my masters at The University of Manchester (a red brick).<br /><br />The problem is, due to the increase in tuition fees, attending Manchester will cost me an extra &#163;6,000, however on my CV it shall say that I graduated from a red brick university.<br /><br />I guess my question is, to all those professional engineers out there, is it worth it? Does your graduation university truely make a difference?]]></description>
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		<title>HND to BEng (Top-up)</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=49541</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-12-03T12:04:31 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>chrissj91</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone had any experience of doing the route of HNC -&gt; HND -&gt; BEng. <br /><br />Im looking to the future as Im currently on my HNC.<br />I do plan to go onto BEng after HND (in 2 years) but all the 'top-up' courses are a good 40+ miles away from me (St Helens). <br />Has anyone managed to get onto the final year of a standard BEng with a HND rather than the dedicated top up courses as Liverpool and Manchester are only down the road. <br />What obstacles did you come across if you did manage to do it?]]></description>
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		<title>Work experience for 15 year olds</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=49091</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-11-06T22:54:16 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>allandean</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I have a 15-year-old nephew. He's enthusiastic about engineering and IT in particular. Next summer, his school organises work experience placements, but where he lives - in Somerset - there are few engineering companies of any size, and his school seems unable to help beyond pointing him towards McDonalds or Tesco. <br /><br />He's asked if he can work with me in London where opportunities, in theory, should abound. But work experience placements for school-age students seem to be brokered solely by local councils. I can't find any organisations (including my own employer) that accept direct applications. <br /><br />It seems a shame to let his enthusiasm and initiative go to waste, especially as he seems to have a certain amount of talent. Can anybody suggest a route for finding a London-based organisation he can work with for 2-3 weeks or so?<br /><br /><br />]]></description>
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		<title>Personal Statement</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=49071</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-11-05T20:54:42 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>ambsavjoh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Just wondering if anyone out there can help me with this? I am struggling to get it started - I'm applying to study Civ Eng MEng at Uni in the UK and hope to specialise in the environmental side of it. I am looking for any things to include, or leave out, any helpful hints or tips or hot  topics that might be a show-stopper...please and thank you.]]></description>
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		<title>engineering fundamentals HNC module</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48997</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-31T13:42:52 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>dobbo5907</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi All,<br /><br />I'm currently starting my next module for HND Engineering fundamentals on distance learning and would like info on good sites for pratice questions with answers or books with the same? I'm with blackburn college so use Moodle and free study but the amount of practice questions are limited, there are a few extra practice questions with answers and no working which if i get the wrong answer then i sepnd more time getting confused lol.i work on practice make perfect! once i feel confident that i can answer a variety of questions the assessment questions should be a breeze. Any help much appreciated.<br /><br />I'm a electrical engineer so its the mechanical part that is confusing which i have started first.<br /><br />Cheers Phill]]></description>
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		<title>witch course is worth doing</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48978</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-29T18:27:47 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>dannym86</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ hi all, ive been in the royal navy for 2 years as a engineering technician and have an NVQ level 2 in electrical/mechanical engineering, and will be leaving the navy within the next year hoping to become an electrician, i am 25 and told that this is to old to easily find an apprenticeship so im looking at ether a full time course(not shur witch course) or for my father, a retired electrician to set up a small buisness with the purpose of teaching me and getting me qualified (again not shur witch qualification) NVQ or city and guilds. <br /><br />any advice would be much appreciated <br />danny]]></description>
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		<title>Williams F1 Maths Test</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48961</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-28T13:56:41 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>jarathoon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/jobs/9638334/Williams-F1-struggling-to-find-recruits-with-maths-skills.html">http://www.telegraph.co.uk/fin...ith-maths-skills.html</a><br /><br />Any takers?]]></description>
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		<title>raf resettlement</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48944</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-26T08:36:39 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>robwheeler83</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Morning ladies and gents, <br /><br />hopefully i've put this in the correct section, anyway to the point i am currently serving in the RAF as an avionics technician having joined up in early 2004 and later being multiskilled to avionics at a later date.<br /><br />As my current period of service expires in early 2016 my mind has begun to look at what to do in the future and a seemingly logical thing to do that i will enjoy is to become an electrician.<br /><br />my question is how relevant is my hands on experience as an aircraft technician on aircraft electrical systems and how relevant are the qualifications i have gained (an advanced mordern apprenticeship) in aircraft systems and components consisting of a lvl3 nvq and a double award btec level 3 in aerospace engineering along with level 2 key skills)<br /><br />I will be given a period of resettlement training and still have two elc's to fund any more training courses that would be beneficial to complete so i'm not really too worried about the qualification side however it's the hands on relevant experience i am more concerned about or will my training and experience be relevant enough?<br /><br />regards<br /><br />Rob Wheeler]]></description>
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		<title>Career change</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48881</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-21T17:25:56 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>batesy71</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I have recently been thinking about a change of career.<br />I am currently an automotive technician with almost 10 years of experience.<br /><br />However, this was originally a stop gap for while I was at university to earn a bit of money.<br />Since graduating, I have gone through a hard time with the loss of a family member so didn't really pursue my intended career choice.<br />After some thinking these last few weeks, I have become very interested in the mechanical maintenance engineer/technician role.<br /><br />I have no experience of the 'heavy' industry sector which they ask for.<br />Is there anything I could do go get into this industry?<br />At the age of 26 and being a home owner, an apprenticeship is out and only gaining a 3rd class honours at university,  a graduate training scheme seems well out of reach.]]></description>
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		<title>HNC/D path or Open University?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48857</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-19T10:46:51 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>ddenyer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello there,<br /><br />My first post...here goes<br /><br />I am currently in the RAF employed as an Avionics technician and have decided that I want to study in higher education.<br />At the moment I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering (Avionics) but would like to progress further using distance learning, hopefully to degree level.<br /><br />After doing a fair bit of research I have come up with 2 options:<br /><br />-Completing a HNC/D at Teeside University (Electrical/Electronic                                   Engineering) then topping it up to a degree<br /><br />-Completing an Open University Engineering degree<br /><br />Could anyone shed light on what would be the best path?]]></description>
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		<title>jobs guarantee</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48838</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-18T07:28:44 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>placementready</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Placement ready guarantee website is created most importantly for training purpose which will actually help the candidates avail <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.placementreadyguarantee.com">sure jobs</a>. Our <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.placementreadyguarantee.com">training for freshers</a> will increase their market value and getting a job becomes much more easier. Get yourself enrolled and enjoy work life.<br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.placementreadyguarantee.com">www.placementreadyguarantee.com</a>    <img src="/forums/forum/i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">]]></description>
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		<title>jobs guarantee</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48837</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-18T07:20:18 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>placementready</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Placement ready guarantee website is created most importantly for training purpose which will actually help the candidates avail <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.placementreadyguarantee.com">training and placement</a>sure jobs. Our <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.placementreadyguarantee.com">training and placement</a>training for freshers will increase their market value and getting a job becomes much more easier. Get yourself enrolled and enjoy work life.<br /><br />www.placementreadyguarantee.com     <img src="/forums/forum/i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">]]></description>
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		<title>UK Apprenticeships</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48675</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-10-05T14:53:15 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>SKetteridge</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi there,<br /><br />I'm currently studying a BTEC Level 3 Extended Engineering Apprenticeship, in my second year. <br /><br />Last year, I finished the subsidiary course with a Distinction*. I am now starting to look around for potential apprenticeships, but, am slightly unsure where the best places are to look. The places I have been suggested to look on online don't really have what i was looking for.<br /><br />I'm looking for an electrical apprenticeship, preferably working with modern technology, e.g. mobile phones, computing, consoles, or communications. <br /><br />Does anybody have any recommendations on where to look, or companies who may offer a scheme like this? Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!<br /><br />Many Thanks,<br /><br />Sam Ketteridge]]></description>
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		<title>C&amp;G Control systems and applications</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48601</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-30T09:25:28 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>SakebSid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi all<br /><br />I am preparing the  Control systems and applications of city&guilds "IVQ Technician Awards in Electrical and Electronic Engineering 8030 Level 5".<br /><br />There are many best books on this topic but they are usually for advanced level students (i think), and I need the book(s) which covers the course at technician level5.<br /><br />Looking forward<br />Regards<br />Sakeb]]></description>
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		<title>Recent Post Graduate Looking for Job? Please Advice?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48598</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-29T22:52:49 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>dkanupuru</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hello to all community members,<br /><br />I'm from india, did bachelors in electrical and electronics engineering from recognized indian university and now recently completed my masters degree in Electronic engineering from UK university and now I'm looking for fulltime job in UK. By the way I got my post study working visa which is valid until may 2014.<br /><br /><img src="/forums/forum/i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">So now I'm totally confused from where to start after checking many career websites. As I got only 8-9months work experience in india in which I would believe it wont work out in UK, so apparently when applying for UK companies I beleive that they wont consider me without experience. Finally I'm panicked and struggling to find companies which will accept my applications and which has sponsership status that would give me a visa extension for further stay and work.<br /><br />Any advices would be much appreciated as I really need your help to kick start my career.<br /><br />Thanks in advance.]]></description>
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		<title>HNC Project (E&amp;E Engineering)</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48580</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-27T19:36:28 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>SteveMcKenna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I have completed 7 modules and finally onto the Project.<br /><br />It is not possible to relate a project to my present job. I am looking for any ideas to kick start this last module.<br /><br />Any ideas would be appreciated.]]></description>
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		<title>Apprentice trained Technician&apos;s</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48451</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-18T16:19:56 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>chrissj91</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I have seen plenty of job's advertised for apprentice trained electrical technicians at HNC level.<br /><br />I am currently on day release from work studying my HNC while doing a role vastly undervalued.<br /><br />Question is would I classify as an apprentice? or am I just an employee and student at the same time?]]></description>
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		<title>Work Experience for Universities</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48398</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-13T19:50:18 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>raqib1121</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Good evening, all;<br /><br />I'm planning to apply to study Electronic Engineering at university this year, and am currently studying for my A2 exams in June. My predicted grades are fine, but I'm lacking in prior work experience.<br /><br />I understand that employers are feeling the pinch due to economic troubles and, as such, are unwilling to take on volunteers let alone full-time workers. I've tried looking for short placements in an industrial setting, but have been unable to find anything.<br /><br />What could I do, or where could I look, for a work placement? I would be grateful for even a day's worth of experience.<br /><br />Thank you for reading, and have a nice day.]]></description>
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		<title>BEng vs MEng</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48308</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-09T23:58:06 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>ngok9</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Was wondering if anyone could please help - I'm currently about to enter my 3rd year at uni and have to decide whether I want to stay on the BEng or move up to MEng.<br /><br />I'm not sure what I want to specialise in or if I will even go into specific engineering as I'm considering finance/management aspects. However I want to leave the door open for getting chartered incase I find specialised I enjoy.<br /><br />Will I be at a great disadvantage doing BEng and not MEng when looking for jobs? And what are the benefits of doing BEng + MSc rather than MEng straight away?<br /><br />Any help would be greatly appreciated!!<br /><br />Thanks!]]></description>
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		<title>Work in Warrington area</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48293</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-07T22:41:37 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>Cooperdouglas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi I am looking to gain experience in the Warrington area<br />I have completed 3 years at college retraining and gained my 2330 electrical tech cert. <br />I am 35 years old so not your young apprentice. <br />Hard working and honest <br /><br />Problem I have is getting hands on experience <br />Please if anyone out there could give me this time on the tools<br />I would really appreciate it !!! <br /><br />I am just looking for a break , I know it sounds desperate <br />But I am very determined ! <br /><br />If there is anyone please message me <br /><br />Thanks for looking mr Neil Cooper]]></description>
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		<title>HND London College UCK</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48209</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-03T18:38:54 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>darren101</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi I am trying to get work to enrol me on a HND Electrical Engineering course.  The London College UCK runs the course but I don't know anyone who has any experience with them or doing a HND as a distance learning course. If any one can give me any feed back then that would be great.]]></description>
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		<title>VET Blackburn HND electrical engineering course</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48207</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-03T16:34:20 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>dobbo5907</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi Has any one started or is starting teh VET HND in electrical engineering course, i've just got my first study package for Business management methods and the books the suggest are quite old and hard to come by. Can anyone let me know reading material to help me with this module.<br /><br />Phill.dob@live.co.uk<br /><br />All help much appreciated <br /><br />Cheers Phill]]></description>
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		<title>BEng Top up degree from a HND Electrical Engineering</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48195</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-09-02T18:59:20 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>danc2188</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi all,<br /><br />I am starting my HND Electrical Engineering this September, after gaining funding from my company to do so. However during this meeting i was also told that gaining my BEng/ Degree after completing this course may be something of a problem as i will be expected to take on a larger work load, although looking into doing such a top up in my own time may be an option, this to me says Distance Learning/ Open University, of which i have no clue about.<br /><br />I am aware that this may sound like early doors to some but i would rather plan now for completing my HND and goin onto my degree rather than wait to complete and then have only a matte of weeks to research and begin a Degree level top up.<br /><br />If anyone has any information on this subject i would be extremely grateful to have any of it passed on to me.<br /><br />Thank you for your time.<br /><br />Regards<br /><br />Dan]]></description>
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		<title>Training to become an Engineer?</title>
		<link>http://www.theiet.org/forums/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=172&amp;threadid=48134</link> 
		<pubDate>2012-08-27T18:04:57 00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>acerimmer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hi i am thinking of studing to become an engineer and was thinking of taking a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with the OU, is this a good degree to take in terms of engineering.<br /><br />I currently work full time for an engineering company but only in a general admin role and am looking to further my opportunities as i cant seem to move on within my company. I am 32 and have not studied since i left school but was gonna take my a GCSE maths to brush up my knowledge before i begin]]></description>
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