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Whitestone International Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology

Course Overview

The Whitestone International Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology is a 12- month vocational programme designed to provide a structured, practice-oriented foundation in the principles and applications of electrical and electronic engineering at technician / technologist level.

The diploma introduces key dimensions of electrical principles, circuits and machines awareness, basic power systems concepts, electronic devices and digital fundamentals, installation and maintenance practices at a supervised level, safety and standards awareness, troubleshooting approaches, and exposure to automation and control concepts. It is intended for individuals who support or aspire to support industrial, commercial, facilities, maintenance, manufacturing, and technical service environments.

Learners will explore how electrical and electronic systems are configured, operated, maintained, and monitored, and how engineering technicians contribute to reliability, safety, energy efficiency, and system performance. Emphasis is placed on applied understanding, disciplined practical thinking, and safe working attitudes, rather than on advanced mathematical analysis, high-level design, or professional engineering licensure.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to contribute effectively to installation support, routine maintenance, supervised testing, fault reporting, and improvement activities, always operating within clearly defined responsibilities and under the guidance of appropriately qualified engineers, supervisors, and licensed practitioners.

This diploma is vocational and non-regulated. It does not qualify learners as professional engineers, master electricians, or licensed electrical contractors, and does not authorise them to design or certify electrical installations, work independently on live systems, or act as responsible persons under electrical, safety, or building legislation. All design, licensing, regulatory compliance, and safety-critical work must be undertaken and signed off by appropriately qualified, registered, and authorised professionals in accordance with applicable laws, codes, and standards.

Why This Course is Important?

Power distribution, drives, controls, communication, and automation depend on well-built, well-maintained electrical and electronic systems.
Professional engineers rely on skilled mid-level technical staff to support installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation.
Understanding principles, hazards, procedures, and standards helps reduce downtime, prevent incidents, and extend equipment life.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

Explain core concepts in electrical and electronic engineering technology at a vocational, non-design level.
Interpret basic electrical and electronic diagrams, schematics, and equipment documentation to support supervised work.
Describe the operating principles of fundamental electrical components, simple circuits, and common machines at awareness level.
Assist with installation, routine maintenance, and supervised testing of electrical and electronic equipment, following applicable procedures and safety rules.
Apply systematic, basic fault-finding approaches to identify, record, and escalate issues appropriately.
Demonstrate strong electrical safety, standards awareness, and documentation discipline, recognising hazards and limits of authority.
Show awareness of emerging technologies, such as automation, drives, and simple control systems, and their implications for technician roles.

Target Audience

Individuals in or aspiring to roles such as Electrical / Electronic Engineering Technician, Maintenance Technician (junior), Service Technician, Technical Support Assistant, Facilities Electrical Technician (under supervision), Panel Assembly Assistant, or Test/Repair Technician.
Staff working in manufacturing, processing, utilities, facilities management, building services, industrial plants, workshops, and technical service organisations.
Graduates and career changers seeking a structured entry into electrical and electronic engineering technology roles.
Supervisors and entrepreneurs in small and medium enterprises who require solid technical foundations to manage or coordinate electrical and electronic work carried out by appropriately licensed professionals.

Entry Requirements

A recognised higher secondary qualification, diploma, or equivalent, preferably with prior exposure to mathematics or science
Interest or experience in technical, engineering, maintenance, or facilities environments
Proficiency in English (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent recommended) to understand technical materials, manuals, and safety documentation

Programme Structure & Modules

Module 1 – Foundations of Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology

Role of electrical and electronic engineering in industry, buildings, infrastructure, and everyday systems.
Distinction between engineers, technologists, technicians, and licensed electricians, and how they work together.
Basic electrical quantities at conceptual level: voltage, current, resistance, power, and energy (non-advanced mathematics).
Introduction to direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) concepts at awareness level.
Overview of electronic systems: signals, basic processing, control, and communication at a high level.
Engineering documentation awareness: schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, data sheets, nameplates, and manuals.

Module 2 – Electrical Circuits, Machines & Power Systems (Awareness Level)

Simple DC and AC circuit behaviour at vocational level:
Series and parallel concepts, basic effects of resistance and simple loads.
Awareness of Ohm’s law and basic power relationships, used qualitatively or with simple calculations under guidance.
Introduction to common electrical equipment at non-design level:
Switchgear and protection devices (e.g. fuses, breakers) at conceptual level.
Transformers awareness: purpose and basic operation (non-design, non-testing).
Overview of electric machines at awareness level:
Basic principles of motors and generators, typical applications, and simple nameplate interpretation.
Power distribution awareness:
Concept of low voltage distribution in buildings or plants, single-phase and three-phase awareness (no system design).
Emphasis on: identifying equipment correctly, understanding documentation, and strictly following authorised procedures.

Module 3 – Electronic Devices, Digital Fundamentals & Instrumentation (Vocational Level)

Overview of basic electronic components at conceptual level:
Resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, simple transistors awareness.
Elementary understanding of analogue vs digital signals at a non-design level.
Introduction to basic digital logic concepts (e.g. simple logic functions at awareness level, no detailed design).
Awareness of power electronics at high level:
Conceptual view of rectifiers, inverters, simple drives (non-design, non-commissioning).
Instrumentation and measurement awareness:
Recognising common instruments (multimeters, clamp meters, simple process indicators) and their purpose.
Importance of using only appropriate, rated instruments and following safety procedures, under supervision.
Documentation and labelling discipline in electronic assemblies and panels.

Module 4 – Installation, Maintenance & Fault-Finding Support (Under Supervision)

Principles of good workmanship at vocational level: routing, securing, and terminating conductors according to instructions and standards, under supervision.
Awareness of cable types, ratings, and identification, without independent selection or design.
Basic understanding of earthing/grounding concepts at awareness level (design and verification remain with qualified professionals).
Routine maintenance activities under supervision, such as:
Visual inspections, cleanliness checks, checking for signs of overheating or damage, and simple functional checks within safe procedures.
Introduction to systematic fault-finding at a basic level:
Gathering information, checking simple connections, observing indicators and readings, recording findings, and escalating where necessary.
Importance of following work instructions, permits-to-work, lockout/tagout procedures, and supervisor guidance at all times.

Module 5 – Electrical Safety, Standards Awareness & Quality in Engineering Technology

Electrical safety fundamentals:
Risks of electric shock, arc flash, burns, fire, and equipment damage.
Safe distances, isolation, and verification concepts (procedurally described; implementation belongs to competent personnel).
Reinforcement of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and safe work practices in line with organisational policies.
Awareness of relevant standards and codes at high level (e.g. national wiring rules, equipment standards), without legal interpretation or design authority.
Safe use of tools and test equipment at vocational level:
Checking ratings and condition, using equipment only as trained and authorised.
Quality and documentation:
Recording work carried out, test results (as directed), and anomalies.
Supporting checklists, inspection forms, and simple quality records as part of a wider quality system.
Professional responsibility: recognising the need to stop and seek guidance when conditions are unclear or unsafe.

Module 6 – Emerging Technologies, Automation & Control Awareness

Introduction to industrial automation at conceptual level:
Awareness of sensors, actuators, and simple control loops.
Familiarity with basic concepts of PLCs and control panels at a non-programming awareness level.
Overview of drives and motor controllers at high level, including typical applications driven by competent professionals.
Simple understanding of monitoring and diagnostics in modern systems (status indicators, alarms, basic logs).
Energy and efficiency awareness:
Concepts of efficient operation, power factor awareness, and simple energy-conscious practices, without detailed design.
Future skills and learning pathways:
Identifying areas where learners may progress to more specialised training in automation, drives, renewable energy, building services, or industrial maintenance.

Awarding Body

Whitestone International College of Innovation

United Kingdom

Qualification Type

International Diploma – Vocational Qualification

(Industry-aligned qualification issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, UK)

Assessment & Certification

Assessment Methods Include:

Written assignments on foundations of electrical and electronic technology, circuits and machines awareness, devices and digital fundamentals, installation and maintenance support, safety and standards awareness, and emerging technology concepts.
Practical/structured tasks such as simple circuit interpretation, component identification, documentation exercises, maintenance checklists, and fault-logging templates.
Scenario-based exercises requiring learners to analyse typical electrical and electronic issues, identify safe actions within their role, and correctly escalate concerns.
Reflective pieces on professional responsibility, safety culture, and ongoing technical development in engineering technology roles.
Final Capstone Project: Engineering Technology Application & Maintenance Improvement Plan, with a structured report and/or presentation.

To obtain the diploma, learners must successfully complete all module assessments and the capstone project in line with Whitestone’s academic standards.

Certification:

On successful completion, participants will be awarded:

Whitestone International Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology Issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, United Kingdom

Benefits of Attending

Provides a robust, practice-based foundation in electrical and electronic engineering technology suitable for technician-level roles.
Equips learners to support installation, inspection support, routine maintenance, and basic fault-finding, always under proper supervision and within applicable rules.
Enhances employability in roles such as Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technician, Maintenance Technician (junior), Service Technician, Panel Assembly Assistant, Facilities Technical Assistant, or Technical Support Technician.
Helps organisations strengthen technical capability, safety culture, documentation discipline, and system reliability.
Creates a solid platform for further study in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Instrumentation, Automation, Renewable Energy, or related fields, subject to institutional entry requirements and professional regulations.

Industry Alignment

The programme reflects widely recognised principles of electrical and electronic engineering technology practice at vocational level, including:

Emphasis on safety, standards awareness, and disciplined procedures in all technical activities.
Focus on applied understanding, practical support, maintenance, and fault-finding, rather than high-level design.
Recognition that professional and licensed practitioners remain responsible for system design, certification, and regulatory compliance, with diploma holders providing essential support functions.

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Industry-focused programmes with global standards.
Practical skills for real-world success.
Academic excellence with career-ready outcomes.

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Progression & Academic Pathways

Graduates of the Whitestone International Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology may:

Progress to higher-level diplomas or degrees in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or Industrial Maintenance, subject to entry criteria.
Enhance their suitability for technical roles in manufacturing, utilities, building services, industrial plants, technical services, and facility operations.
Use this diploma as a structured foundation for further trade certifications, specialised technical training, and sectoral memberships, where they meet the relevant body’s requirements and all local licensing rules.

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