Award

Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Engineering Technology

Programme Modules

  • Maths
  • Computer-Aided Draughting (2D) 5N1604
  • Engineering Workshop Theory 5N2136
  • Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
  • Electronics 5N1606
  • Engineering Workshop Processes 5N1608
  • Communications
  • Work Experience

Course Duration

This is a full-time one-year course which runs from September to May.

Entry Requirements

A Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent is required, although exceptions are given to mature students who are over 23 years of age. Entry is subject to interview.

Fees

There are no fees to study this course.

Career Options

Engineering careers in healthcare, design, communications, manufacturing, food production, power generation and transport are some of the industries that graduates of engineering work in.

Further Courses of Study

  • TU DUBLIN (TALLAGHT CAMPUS):
  • Higher Certificate in Electronic and Information Engineering Level 6 (TU605) Higher Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Level 6 (TU606)
  • BSc in Mechanical Engineering Level 7 (TU725)
  • BSc in Electronic Engineering Level 7 (TU726)
  • BSc Hons. In Mechanical Engineering (TU828)
  • TU DUBLIN (CITY CAMPUS):
  • BSc In Biosciences (TU751)
  • Civil Engineering (TU704)
  • BSc in Engineering (Common Entry TU708)
  • BSc Hons in Electrical Services & Energy management (TU802)
  • MAYNOOTH:
  • BSc. Engineering (Common entry MH304)
  • BSc in Product Design (MH305)
  • IT CARLOW:
  • BSc Aircraft Systems (CW507)
  • BSc. Biomedical Electronics (CW577)

Detailed Course Outline:

Computer-Aided Draughting (2D) 5N1604

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to utilise computer technology as a design tool and a presentation media. Click here for further information.

Engineering Workshop Theory (5N2136)

This award equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to provide theoretical explanations and describe practical procedures in relation to components utilised in an engineering workshop environment. Click here for further information.

Safety and Health at Work (5N1794)

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to promote and maintain safety and health in a work environment. Click here for further information.

Mathematics (5N1833)

This award will equip students with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to apply a broad range of mathematical skills and tools to a wide variety of contexts, with some theoretical understanding. Click here for further information.

Electronics (5N1606)

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to design and safely construct electronic circuits. Click here for further information.

Engineering Workshop Processes (5N1608)

This award equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to safely utilise a range of workshop tools and resources to produce components in an engineering workshop environment. Click here for further information.

Communications (5N0690)

Students are guided through a series of assignments to improve a range of essential verbal and written communication skills. Click here for further information.

Work Experience (5N1356)

The work experience module includes a series of written assignment which aim to prepare students for their 60 hour work placement and their future progression to higher education or employment. Click here for further information.

 

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