Distributed Electrical Systems - Manufacturing / Electrical Technology Module - Moylish Limerick
To provide the learner with specialised knowledge of the efficiency and electrical integration of electrical equipment and plant in a manufacturing facility.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Technological University of the Shannon |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) | Minor | Technological University of the Shannon | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
Delivery
12 weeks, 3 hours per week from 7.00pm to 10.00pm Monday
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for participants wishing to take this module as a single subject, however these are not introductory level modules and some familiarity with the area as well as a level of independent study would be expected for exam success. Participants taking this module as part of the Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology or the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology must meet the entry requirements outlined on the relevant course pages.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.
Further information
START DATE 11/09/2023
Limerick
Fee €625
Having successfully completed this module, the learner will be able to:
Specify the requirements for the construction, electrical connection and operation of distributed electrical systems.
Discuss the intregration of microgeneration sources onto the grid.
Efficiently manage loads on networks.
Economically integrate differing generator sets.
Assess and specify battery storage systems needs.
What will the time committment be?
Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.
Qualification
Participants not registered on the Degree may request an LIT Subject Certificate (Level 7, 5 Credits) on successful completion of the module. Students registered on the Degree will receive ECTS credits for each group of modules successfully completed. Accumulation of 60 credits will lead to the Degree Award.
NOTE: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for the credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7) or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology (Level 7).
What modules will I study?
Distributed Electrical Systems
Busbar systems
Distribution panels
Switchgear: Leakage-current and earth-fault protection systems
Power Flow Methods
Symmetrical components and faults
Unsymmetrical faults
Distributed Generation: Integration of microgeneration sources
Generator Sets
Wind Turbines
Photovoltaic Systems
Electrical Load Management
Load balancing
Utility tariff structures
Max Demand
Voltage Control Models
Integrated Systems
Demand variation and generator scheduling
Energy Storage Systems
Each taught module has a programme of continuous assessment worth 50% and a final exam worth 50%. It is necessary to pass both elements to achieve an award in the module.
Qualification
Participants not registered on the Degree may request an TUS Subject Certificate (Level 7, 5 Credits) on successful completion of the module. Students registered on the Degree will receive ECTS credits for each group of modules successfully completed. Accumulation of 60 credits will lead to the Degree Award.
NOTE: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for the credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7) or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology (Level 7).
Who can I contact?
Flexible Learning Team
+353 61 293464
flexible.midwest@tus.ie
Email: flexible.midwest@tus.ie