Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
Higher Certificate in Eng
Programme Code CR_EMECH_6 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Part Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 4
NFQ Level 6 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 120
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/02/2019
Department MECHANICAL, BIOMEDICAL & MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

# PO Domains Programme Learning Outcome
PO1 Knowledge - Breadth the ability to apply knowledge in the areas of mathematics, science, ICT, design and engineering practice relevant to the mechanical engineering technician.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, ICT, design and engineering practice to the solution of well-defined mechanical engineering technology problems.
PO3 Skill - Range the ability to use basic techniques, skills and modern computer-based engineering tools necessary to solve engineering technology problems in mechanical engineering
PO4 Skill - Selectivity the ability to assist in the design of a system, component or process to meet specified needs and to contribute to the assessment of the technical performance of a mechanical system.
PO5 Competence - Context the ability to recognise and contribute to the solution of common engineering technology problems in mechanical engineering.
PO6 Competence - Role the ability to work autonomously and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn the ability to identify and address his/her learning needs within a structured learning environment and an awareness of the need for continued professional development.
PO8 Competence - Insight an understanding of the wider social, political, business and economic context within which mechanical engineering operates and the need for high ethical standards in the practice of engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people and the environment.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
MECH6008 Introductory CAD NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH6011 Materials & Processes NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6014 Mechanical Workshop Practice NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH6029 Mechanics NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MATH6014 Technological Mathematics 1 David Goulding 5 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6040 Intro 3-D Parametric Modelling NIALL MORRIS 3 5
AUTO6026 Intro to Auto Engines NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH6017 Pneumatics NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MATH6015 Technological Mathematics 2 David Goulding 4 5
MECH6007 Thermofluids NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6019 Welding Technology NIALL MORRIS 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
COMP6014 ICT for Eng Techs Ted Scully 3 5
PHYS6025 Introduction - Process Control Donagh OMahony 5 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6032 Electro-Pneu. & M/C maint. NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6022 Mechanical CAD and Design NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6031 Mechanics of Materials 2 NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MANU6012 Metrology & Quality Control NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MATH6015 Technological Mathematics 2 David Goulding 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
ELEC6031 Electrical Principles 1 Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
AUTO6027 Intro to Auto Chassis Systems NIALL MORRIS 2 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6021 3-D Mech Analysis & Design NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH6025 Material Science NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6028 Mechanical Workshop Practice 2 NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6030 Mechanics of Machines NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MATH6040 Technological Mathematics 201 David Goulding 5 5
MECH6033 Thermofluids 2 NIALL MORRIS 2 5