Undergraduate Diploma in Auto Electronics and Electrical Technology

Institute: Institute of Engineering and Transport

Department: Land Transport Department

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: MV5-O01-22
MQF Level: Level 5
Credits: 60 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 1 Year

Course Description

The course is intended for qualified automotive technicians seeking to broaden their knowledge on Electric Vehicles and Hybrids. Students start from the fundamentals and concepts of electrical and electronic systems. Subsequently they are then gradually introduced to the advanced theory of Auto electrical and electronic control systems and microprocessor control systems. The course delves into the theory of Electrical Vehicles and Hybrids, including electrical machines, power electronics, and the different energy sources available on the market. The course also provides hands-on experience using diagnostic approaches that help students troubleshoot potential integration problems. Learners are also instructed to work with various electronics equipment and become familiar with various computer-controlled systems, diagnostic software test equipment and tooling.

Career Prospects

Hybrid and Electrical Vehicle Service Technician

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
Any MCAST MQF Level 4 (120 credits) Advanced Diploma in an Engineering or Science Area or IICT and Scientific Field

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes

Applicants must present an official document, showing a positive clearance following a Colour Vision Assessment / Test.

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

When submitting online application for this course, a scan of the original and official Colour Vision Test result needs to be uplaoded together with all other documentation required.

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Updated: 2025-06-16