Quality for the Medical Device Industry - Galway
The purpose of this programme is to provide students with the skills that are essential to key roles in quality management and quality engineering in industry or the service sector.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 year part-time, blended.
Study Hours
It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to their studies.
On-Campus Attendance
Typically blended delivery includes 3-4 on campus classes per semester which takes in to account the context of the module under instruction.
Entry Requirements
This programme is available to graduates of the Level 7 programme in Quality for Industry or equivalent. The RPL process of ATU Galway can be used to determine admission to the programme.
Further information
Total Fees €2,400
Students of this programme will develop expertise in developing quality management systems taking into consideration the associated regulatory requirements. Students will develop skills in applying quality tools, participating in product design, assessing risk, as well as the ability to implement the principles of Operational Excellence in their organisations.
Who should apply?
Suitable to those seeking career progression in the areas of Quality Engineer/Quality Managers and Quality Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) on quality related issues.
Modules
Quality Management Systems and Frameworks
Technical Writing with Case Studies
Statistics and Experimental Design
Design Quality Assurance
Regulatory Affairs
Research Project
Examination & Assessment
Combination of continuous assessment and final assessments/exam.
Course Coordinator: Ita Kelly: ita.kelly@atu.ie
Student Advisor: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie