Mobile Computer Engineering BEng(Hons)
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Overview
Do you want to design and develop the computing devices of the future? There are an enormous number of devices that contain embedded processors and, with growing mobile functionality and processing power, this will only increase. The true power of these devices is greatly enhanced when they work with other devices through mobile networks or the internet.
Cars are becoming connected to improve safety and traffic flow whilst allowing higher road density. Homes are becoming both intelligent and remote control, giving better security and comfort whilst lowering energy use. Devices we use will become more intuitive and adaptive to our needs. This course will provide you with the tools to engage with this emerging Internet of Things.
We have extensive electronic engineering and computer science research and teaching expertise. Our Vetronics Research Centre is the academic centre of excellence in the UK. With its focus on high performance real-time communications protocols and architectures for safety-critical, mobile platforms it is directly relevant to this course and features in the later, more specialist modules. Students will have opportunities to undertake their personal project in the Vetronics Research Centre.
Course duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time: 8 years
UCAS code I3H8
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Course content
Course structure
An optional work placement year and a dissertation project are integral parts of the course allowing for work experience and development of a personal idea that brings together skills and knowledge accumulated throughout the course.
The course is taught through lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based assignments. Practical work in the laboratories enables you to build the programming and problem-solving skills necessary for employability. Essential transferrable skills such as communication, self-management and team management are incorporated at all levels.
Syllabus
Digital electronics design:
Digital electronics
Programmable logic
VHDL
Microcontrollers
Programming languages and paradigms:
Java
C
C++
Object-oriented design
Client-server
App development
Development environments
Software engineeringWeb-based technologies:
Web development
Databases
Web standards
XML
Scripting
PHP
MySQL
Human-computer interactionMobile technology and data communications:
Mobile sensors
Data communication principles
Networks
Protocols
Security
Mobile architectures
TCP/IP
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN
Mobility supportEngineering design and management:
Engineering design
Team and self-management
Product innovation and development
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
individual offers may vary -
Location
Location
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Career opportunities
You will be well equipped for a broad range of careers in the software and electronic engineering industries. The specialist skills you will develop will prepare you for careers focused on real-time embedded systems and the integration of these technologies into larger interconnected systems. Most importantly, you will be able to contribute to newly emerging and future technologies.
Career options would include development of device drivers, embedded system design, app development, communications engineering, network management, systems design and web development.
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.
To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.
Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
BEng Mobile Computer Engineering [J4ED002] UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP International (Full Time) 12,500 GBP