Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Environment and Energy)

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Environment and Energy)

Faculty of Engineering & Science
Award Class
Awards
MEng
Programme Code CR_CCEEE_9 Mode of Delivery Full Time, Part Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 10
NFQ Level 9 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 300
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/09/2024
Department CIVIL, STRUCTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Field of Study 5822 - Civil 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 wide and systematic knowledge of scientific principles and the design process in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy); an understanding of the key parameters and the technical, economic, environmental and social issues pertaining to these disciplines
PO2 Knowledge - Kind The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, ICT, design, business and engineering practice to the analysis and solution of complex problems in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy).
PO3 Skill - Range Mastery of a range of specialist research and design tools and methods of investigation and analysis in the field of Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy); the ability to use engineering principles to design and develop new solutions to complex Environmental and Energy Engineering problems
PO4 Skill - Selectivity The ability to select appropriate advanced skills and use new methods required for novel situations and the ability to develop, to a high level, new skills in emerging technologies as required in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy) design and analysis; the ability to undertake analysis of a design and justify decisions throughout a particular design process
PO5 Competence - Context The ability to act at a variety of professional levels, particularly in the initiation, development and promotion of design solutions in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy); the ability to identify and critically appraise potential projects and opportunities, conduct appropriate research and undertake the design and development of solutions to ill-defined and complex engineering problems
PO6 Competence - Role The technical competence necessary to take significant responsibility for the work of individuals and groups, lead and initiate activity in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy) practice
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn The ability to evaluate their own learning, identify knowledge gaps, and take responsibility for the pursuit of academic professional development pathways
PO8 Competence - Insight An awareness of the impacts of Civil Engineering (Environmental and Energy) infrastructure on society and the ability to critically evaluate the technical, economic, environmental and social implications of appropriate Engineering solutions.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
CIVL6034 Design Graphics DES WALSH 1 5
CHEM6001 Engineering Chemistry Donagh OMahony 5 5
MATH6005 Engineering Maths 101 AINE NI SHE 5 5
MECH6009 Engineering Mechanics DES WALSH 4 5
PHYS6003 Engineering Physics 1 Donagh OMahony 3 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
DESI6031 AEC Design Thinking DES WALSH 3 5
MATH6031 Engineering Computing 1 AINE NI SHE 2 5
MATH6006 Engineering Maths 102 AINE NI SHE 5 5
CIVL6006 Mechanics of Materials DES WALSH 4 5
CIVL6013 Properties of Materials DES WALSH 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR6021 3D Built Environment Modelling DES WALSH 2 5
INTR7018 Collaborative BIM 1 DES WALSH 2 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MATH7006 Engineering Mathematics 211 AINE NI SHE 5 5
CIVL6031 Health and Safety - Built Env DES WALSH 3 5
CIVL7026 Reinforced Concrete Design DES WALSH 4 5
CIVL7012 Soil Mechanics and Geology DES WALSH 4 5
CIVL7034 Solid Mechanics and Structures DES WALSH 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
MATH7015 Numerical Methods 1 AINE NI SHE 3 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL7027 Civil & Struc Eng Construction DES WALSH 2 5
CIVL7003 Communication DES WALSH 5 5
MECH7006 Fluid Mechanics NIALL MORRIS 4 5
CIVL7035 Land Surveying Data Capture DES WALSH 1 5
CIVL7028 Struct Steel & Timber Design DES WALSH 4 5
CIVL7036 Structural Analysis of Beams & DES WALSH 1 5
 

Year 3 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL8007 Engineer in Society DES WALSH 3 5
MATH8003 Engineering Mathematics 311 AINE NI SHE 4 5
CIVL8036 RC Design &Concrete Technology DES WALSH 1 5
CIVL8034 Structural Modelling DES WALSH 1 5
CIVL8033 Water Services Engineering DES WALSH 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
INTR8044 GIS and Remote Sensing DES WALSH 1 5
CIVL8011 Harbour & Coastal Engineering DES WALSH 3 5

Year 3 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL8031 AEC Project & Contract Mgmt DES WALSH 2 5
CIVL8008 Environmental & Energy Eng DES WALSH 4 5
CIVL8010 Geotechnical Engineering DES WALSH 3 5
CIVL8035 River Basin Engineering DES WALSH 1 5
STAT8005 Statistics for Engineering AINE NI SHE 3 5
CIVL8027 Steel & Timber Design Studio DES WALSH 3 5
 

Year 4 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL9006 Biofuel and Biomass Technology DES WALSH 2 5
ELEC9001 Energy Source Analysis MARTIN HILL 1 5
CIVL8009 Foundation Engineering DES WALSH 3 5
CIVL8011 Harbour & Coastal Engineering DES WALSH 3 5
INTR8032 Interdisciplinary Project JOSEPH HARRINGTON 1 5
INTR9005 Sustainability in Engineering DES WALSH 4 5

Year 4 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
PLAC8017 Work Placement (MEng) DES WALSH 2 30
 

Year 5 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CIVL9010 Adv Wastewater Treatment DES WALSH 2 5
CIVL9008 Advanced Hydro & Flood Control DES WALSH 2 5
CIVL9011 Advanced Water Engineering DES WALSH 2 5
INTR9007 Eng. Project Management DES WALSH 3 5
INTR9006 Engineering Research Skills DES WALSH 2 5
INTR9017 Infrastructure Asset Mgmt DES WALSH 2 5

Year 5 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
INTR9019 Eng. Project Realisation DES WALSH 1 20
CIVL9012 Infrastructure Design Office DES WALSH 1 10