Certificate in Applied Electrical Engineering
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Course Overview
This one-year, part-time Level 6 Special Purpose Award is designed for those currently working in, or seeking to enter, the industrial sector who wish to gain a practical foundation in electrical and electronic systems. The course is specifically built to help you "upskill" so you can make a direct, practical contribution to your workplace in the manufacture, installation, and maintenance of modern technology.
Lectures can be attended in-person or online, while there are up to seven mandatory on-site visits. This allows the programme to balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on application. You will learn to use an engineering approach to solve every day technical problems and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary teams.
This one-year certificate focuses on providing the hands-on expertise needed to support technical operations across modern industry. You will learn to troubleshoot and maintain essential electrical components and industrial networks, ensuring machines and systems run efficiently. By combining theory with practical laboratory work, you will be prepared to assist with technical tasks in high-growth sectors such as:
- Automation & Robotics; Supporting the systems that drive modern manufacturing.
- Medical & Scientific Equipment; Providing technical support for diagnostic and therapeutic devices.
- Power & Transportation; Helping to maintain electronic power systems.
Beyond technical knowledge, you will develop a problem-solving mindset and the communication skills required to work effectively within professional engineering teams. This course is about practical upskilling that allows you to make an immediate contribution to your workplace while keeping pace with changing technology.
Course Delivery and Modules
The programme is delivered through a flexible blended learning model where lectures can be attended online while there are up to seven mandatory practical days. The lectures typically take place three evenings of the week and the details of the practical days can be found below:
- Semester 1 (before Christmas) will have two days on campus.
- Semester 2 (after Christmas) will have up to five days on campus.
Assessment will be through continuous assessment (assignments, quizzes, reports, practicals, etc) and formal examinations which will take place on campus for Semester 1 in December/January and Semester 2 in May.
- Electrical Technology Fundamentals - A hands-on introduction to identifying electronic components, learning the fundamentals of electrical/electronic technology, troubleshooting basic DC and AC circuits and an introduction to digital fundamentals.
- Industrial Sensors - Learn how to select and use sensors for measuring parameters such as light, temperature, and strain in a professional setting.
- Automation Control Systems - Understand how various electrical components work together to control industrial machines.
- Industrial Networks - Gain the skills to configure and troubleshoot the communication networks that connect modern industrial devices.
- Applied Electrical Work Placement - A significant practical component where you apply your learning directly to industrial tasks or projects. Comprises a 13-week project from the student’s employment/preparation online. Plus, five hours individual research.
Fees and Funding
The course fee is €650. The fee is payable as follows:
- Accept Offer Fee = €200 (non-refundable)
- Instalment 1 of €125 payable by 31st October
- Instalment 2 of €325 payable by 28th February
This course is FREE to those in receipt of an eligible DSP payment including:
- Jobseekers Benefit
- Transitional Jobseekers Payment
- Jobseekers Allowance
- One Parent Family
- Disability Allowance
- Qualified Adults of Working Age
- Carers Allowance
- Farm Assist/Fish Assist
- Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner's Contributory or Non-contributory Pension
- Blind Pension
- Deserted Wives Allowance
Fees
Entry requirements
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.
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Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).