Certificate in Applied Electrical Engineering
Course Summary
This 1-year part-time level 6 programme is designed for anyone wanting to extend their understanding of electrical and electronic principles. Enrol for this great new course today!
Important notice about this course
NOW ENROLLING FOR AUTUMN
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 10th September OR until all places are taken whichever comes first.
Fees reduced from €1500 to €950 - spaces limited.
The aim of the programme is to provide the student with the opportunity to extend their understanding of electrical and electronic principles. Students will be exposed to terminology, electrical and electronic devices related to DC and AC circuits. Students will be able to interpret, test and measure basic DC circuits.
An understanding of sensors and their signal conditioning will be obtained using light, heat and strain sensors. A basic introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) will be undertaken. Students will be familiar with hardware used in Local Area Network (LAN) and develop the ability to solve primary level faults in a LAN.
Modules include:
- Electrical Technology
- Sensors
- Electrical Automation Technology
- Computer Networks
- External (Work) Placement Project
The course is delivered online Tuesday and Thursday evenings (6.00-9.30pm)
There will be two days on campus for practicals (yet to be decided but possibly the Tuesday and Wednesday) after the October bank holiday.
Work Placement Project
13 weeks on site project from their employment/preparation online. Plus 5 hrs individual research
The course fee is €950. The fee is payable as follows:
- Accept Offer Fee = €150 (non-refundable)
- Instalment 1 of €325 payable by 31st October
- Instalment 2 of €475 payable by 28th February
The programme open to applicants who have a QQI Level 5 qualification in an engineering discipline and who are currently in employment in the manufacturing or processing sector.
Dermot Clarke (Programme Director)
Phone: +353 42 9370200
Email: Dermot.Clarke@dkit.ie
Course ID | DK_EAEES_6 |
Course Type | Flexible & Professional |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Level | 6 |
Duration | 1 Year |
Fees | €950 |
Starting Date | Tuesday 24th September 2024 |
School | School of Engineering |
Department | Electronic and Mechanical Engineering |
Credits | 30 |
Awarding Body | DkIT |
Delivery Method | Blended |
How To Apply
Apply Directly to DkIT
Apply directly to DkIT using our online applications system. Please remember to upload the required documentation (copies of your existing qualification(s), your CV, any other support documents etc) with your online application to expedite your application. To avoid disappointment early registration is recommended.