Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Sustainable Energy Engineering

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
BEng (Hons)
Programme Code CR_ESENT_8 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Part Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 8
NFQ Level 8 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 240
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/09/2025
Department PROCESS, ENERGY & TRANSPORT ENGINEERING
Field of Study 5211 - Mechanical 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 broad based knowledge and understanding of mathematics, the physical sciences, ICT, design processes and methodologies and industrial practices relevant to Sustainable Energy Engineering.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind A detailed knowledge and understanding of the application of mathematical and scientific methods to Sustainable Energy problems, whilst comprehending that mathematics and the engineering sciences are built on relatively few basic concepts and involving powerful unifying principles.
PO3 Skill - Range Apply and modify mathematical and scientific tools and techniques to solve complex sustainable energy 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 energy engineering; appreciate the impact of engineering solutions in a global, contemporary, societal, commercial and environmental context; exhibit professionalism, whilst having the confidence and independence to apply existing knowledge to new and unfamiliar problems.
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 Sustainable Energy 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, and by realising the interconnectivities between technology, society and global sustainability.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6003 CAD with Design NIALL MORRIS 3 5
INTR6006 Climate Change and Energy Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
ELEC6031 Electrical Principles 1 Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
MECH6009 Engineering Mechanics DES WALSH 4 5
MATH6014 Technological Mathematics 1 David Goulding 5 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR6012 Energy Resources & Conversion Michael J. O Mahony 6 5
CHEM6001 Engineering Chemistry Donagh OMahony 5 5
MECH6040 Intro 3-D Parametric Modelling NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MATH6015 Technological Mathematics 2 David Goulding 4 5
MECH6007 Thermofluids NIALL MORRIS 3 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6002 Building Services Processes Michael J. O Mahony 4 5
BULD6010 Construction Technology Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SOFT6005 Programming Fundamentals I Ted Scully 1 5
INTR6010 Sustainability and Transport Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
INTR6011 Sustainable Development Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
MATH6040 Technological Mathematics 201 David Goulding 5 5
ENVE6002 Wind Energy Systems 1 Michael J. O Mahony 1 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
MANU6009 HVAC Systems Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
MANU6006 REVIT Introduction Michael J. O Mahony 3 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
ELEC6032 Electrical Principles 2 Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
STAT6010 Intro. to Probability & Stats David Goulding 1 5
MECH6030 Mechanics of Machines NIALL MORRIS 4 5
INTR6018 Microcontroller Applications Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
MECH6033 Thermofluids 2 NIALL MORRIS 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR6012 Energy Resources & Conversion Michael J. O Mahony 6 5
MECH6025 Material Science NIALL MORRIS 3 5
 

Year 3 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
ELEC7008 Energy Systems Management Michael J. O Mahony 5 5
MECH7008 Ocean and Hydro Energy Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
MECH8016 Process Automation and Control NIALL MORRIS 2 5
CHEP8013 Product Design Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
MATH7020 Technological Mathematics 301 David Goulding 4 5
INTR7009 Thermofluids 3 NIALL MORRIS 2 5

Year 3 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
BULD7002 Building Energy Rating Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
INTR8020 Operations & Project Managemen Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
ELEC7022 Power Electronics Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
MECH7019 Work Placement Michael J. O Mahony 2 15
 

Year 4 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MANU8002 Automation Systems NIALL MORRIS 2 5
INTR8021 Energy Systems Modelling Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
CHEP8025 Process Thermal Energy Network Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
MANU8005 Project - Initial Research NIALL MORRIS 3 5
ELEC8015 RE in Power Systems Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8026 Building Energy Compliance Michael J. O Mahony 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
MECH8014 Mechatronics System Design NIALL MORRIS 5 5
MECH8015 Ocean Energy Conversion Michael J. O Mahony 4 5
MGMT8020 Technology Entrepreneurship CAROLINE O REILLY 2 5

Year 4 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL8008 Environmental & Energy Eng DES WALSH 4 5
MANU8006 Project - realisation NIALL MORRIS 3 10
INTR8010 Sensor Technology Michael J. O Mahony 2 5
INTR8036 Solar Energy Systems Michael J. O Mahony 1 5
INTR8017 Sustainability Engineering Michael J. O Mahony 3 5