Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
BEng (Hons)
Programme Code CR_EMECH_8 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Partially Online No. of Semesters 8
NFQ Level 8 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 240
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/09/2024
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 broad based knowledge and understanding of mathematics, the physical sciences, ICT, design processes and methodologies and industrial practices relevant to Mechanical Engineering.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind A detailed knowledge and understanding of the application of mathematical and scientific methods to Mechanical Engineering 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 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; 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 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
MECH6003 CAD with Design NIALL MORRIS 3 5
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
MATH6005 Engineering Maths 101 David Goulding 5 5
MECH6009 Engineering Mechanics DES WALSH 4 5
PHYS6003 Engineering Physics 1 Donagh OMahony 3 5
MECH6006 Engineering Workshop Practice NIALL MORRIS 3 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH6004 CAD & Mechanical Design NIALL MORRIS 4 5
CHEM6001 Engineering Chemistry Donagh OMahony 5 5
MATH6006 Engineering Maths 102 David Goulding 5 5
MECH6010 Introductory ThermoFluids NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH6012 Material Science & Engineering NIALL MORRIS 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MATH6031 Engineering Computing 1 David Goulding 2 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH7004 Electrical Engineering 1 NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MATH7006 Engineering Mathematics 211 David Goulding 5 5
MECH7011 Mechanical Materials (2D) NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MATH7015 Numerical Methods 1 David Goulding 3 5
MECH7017 Thermodynamics (Laws & Cycles) NIALL MORRIS 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
MECH7007 Manufacturing Technology NIALL MORRIS 2 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH7005 Electrical Engineering 2 NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH7026 Engineering Dynamics 1 NIALL MORRIS 1 5
MATH7005 Engineering Maths Methods David Goulding 4 5
MECH7006 Fluid Mechanics NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH7018 Mechanical Eng Design NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MATH7016 Numerical Methods II David Goulding 4 5
 

Year 3 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8031 Engineering Dynamics 2 NIALL MORRIS 1 5
MECH8009 IPD Laboratories 1 NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH8004 Mechanical Eng. Design NIALL MORRIS 4 5
MECH8012 Mechanical Materials (3D) NIALL MORRIS 4 5
STAT8005 Statistics for Engineering David Goulding 3 5
MECH8023 System Dynamics & Control Eng NIALL MORRIS 4 5

Year 3 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
PLAC8020 Extended Work Placement NIALL MORRIS 1 25
MECH8010 IPD Laboratories 2 NIALL MORRIS 4 5
 

Year 4 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8005 Engineering Management NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8008 Heat Transfer NIALL MORRIS 2 5
STAT8002 Mathematics for Engineers David Goulding 2 5
MECH8014 Mechatronics System Design NIALL MORRIS 5 5
MECH8020 Project Management & Research NIALL MORRIS 3 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MANU8001 Advanced Materials & Processes NIALL MORRIS 3 5
INTR8011 Instrumentation for Sensors JOSEPH CONNELL 3 5
MANU8004 Manufacturing Systems NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8030 Metrology Systems NIALL MORRIS 1 5
MANU8007 Quality Engineering NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8032 Surface Engineering NIALL MORRIS 1 5

Year 4 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MECH8001 Control Eng. and Automation NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH8002 Elasticity and Stress Analysis NIALL MORRIS 3 5
MECH8007 Fluid Dynamics NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8011 Machine Dynamics NIALL MORRIS 2 5
MECH8021 Mechanical Capstone Project NIALL MORRIS 4 10