Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Systems

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
Diploma
Programme Code CR_EMESY_8 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Part Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 2
NFQ Level 8 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 60
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/12/2018
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 A knowledge and understanding of mathematics, the physical sciences, design processes and methodologies applicable to Mechanical Engineering.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind A knowledge and understanding of the application of mathematical and scientific methods to Mechanical Engineering design and analysis of Mechanical Engineering systems.
PO3 Skill - Range Apply and modify mathematical and scientific tools and techniques to solve complex mechanical engineering problems through data collection, modelling, analysis, design, simulation, communication and management with creativity, imagination and confidence.
PO4 Skill - Selectivity The ability to select, evaluate and apply appropriate engineering, technological and management aids to design and implement a system, component or process to meet specified needs in complex and unfamiliar situations.
PO5 Competence - Context An understanding of the diverse nature and the social context of mechanical engineering; appreciate the impact of engineering solutions in a global, contemporary, societal, commercial and environmental context.
PO6 Competence - Role An ability to act in teams and in a multi-disciplinary fashion, set and implement work objectives and priorities, exercise leadership over technical or other personnel where required; recognise, interpret and apply appropriate regulations and ethical considerations.
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn An awareness of the current boundaries of the various specialist areas in Mechanical Engineering and to have sufficient academic training, confidence and discipline to broaden and deepen own knowledge base through further study, research and professional development.
PO8 Competence - Insight A recognition of their obligations to society, the profession and the environment by being familiar with the expectations and standards inherent in professional codes of conduct, but also by consciously applying aesthetic considerations when performing the art and science of engineering.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MANU8001 Advanced Materials & Processes NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH8008 Heat Transfer NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MATH8005 Maths for Control and Quality David Goulding 4 5
MECH8004 Mechanical Eng. Design NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH8016 Process Automation and Control NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8020 Project Management & Research NIALL MORRIS 3 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Year 1 Semester 2 Elective Regulation
Choose ONE Elective
Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8007 Fluid Dynamics NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MANU8003 Maintenance and Reliability NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8021 Mechanical Capstone Project NIALL MORRIS 4 10
MECH8017 Process Plant Equipment NIALL MORRIS 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8031 Engineering Dynamics 2 NIALL MORRIS 1 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
MECH8014 Mechatronics System Design NIALL MORRIS 5 5