| Course Name |
Embedded Systems |
| Course Provider |
Limerick Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
4111 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ)
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Special Purpose |
Limerick Institute of Technology |
Level 7 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Commencing in October and January.
You can apply or register for your programme of choice using one of the following methods:
• Online: Go to flexiblelearning.lit.ie and hit the 'Apply Now' button on the relevant course page.
• Email: Send a com...
Hide-Commencing in October and January.
You can apply or register for your programme of choice using one of the following methods:
• Online: Go to flexiblelearning.lit.ie and hit the 'Apply Now' button on the relevant course page.
• Email: Send a completed form to flexible@lit.ie.
• By Post: Send your completed form to the relevant office in Limerick or Thurles.
• In Person: Call to our Limerick or Thurles office to submit your form in person.
Application/Registration cannot be completed over the phone.
Make sure you complete all sections of your application form and attach all relevant information as outlined on the form.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Duration: 12 weeks, 3 hours per week. Wednesday from 7.00pm to 10.00pm. Commencing in September. |
| Course Fee |
Expand+Programme Fees: €575
PAYMENT METHODS
Fees for programmes offered through Flexible Learning differ from programme to programme. Check the details in the handbook. In some cases particular criteria apply in terms of fee payments.
If you wish t...
Hide-Programme Fees: €575
PAYMENT METHODS
Fees for programmes offered through Flexible Learning differ from programme to programme. Check the details in the handbook. In some cases particular criteria apply in terms of fee payments.
If you wish to pay by cheque, bank draft or postal order, please make payable to Limerick Institute of Technology and submit with your completed registration form to the Department of Flexible Learning.
Payment by credit or debit card is possible at any time during office opening hours either in person or by telephone. If you are registering by post and wish to pay by credit or debit card, simply tick the relevant box and a member of the Flexible Learning team will contact you to take the payment by telephone.
Where fees are being paid by an employer or other third party, a sponsorship agreement must be completed by the student and employer and issued to LIT. Invoices will only be issued to employers/third parties when this is completed.
Payment of programme fees must be received from the employer prior to commencement of the programme. In the event that invoices have not been paid prior to the commencement of a programme, the student will be required to pay the fee and subsequently claim it back from his/her employer.
Please note that for security reasons, we are unable to accept cash payments.
All programme fees must be paid in full before the commencement of a programme, unless otherwise indicated. Receipts will be issued to students or employer/third party upon payment of fees. Students should retain receipts as charges may apply for issuing copies, and in some cases reissuing will not be possible.
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| Entry Requirements |
Minimum entry requirements are Grade OD3 or higher in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Applicants are also expected to have a basic knowledge of computers and computer applications. Knowledge of building design and construction is also desirable. |
| Financial Support |
Expand+LIT STUDENT CONCESSION FEES
Students registered on full time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at LIT at the time of registration, may be eligible for a 25% reduction on Flexible Learning programme fees and are also eligible for substantial...
Hide-LIT STUDENT CONCESSION FEES
Students registered on full time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at LIT at the time of registration, may be eligible for a 25% reduction on Flexible Learning programme fees and are also eligible for substantial reductions on the NISO Health & Safety programmes. Students should call to the Department of Flexible Learning for further details.
STAFF CONCESSION PAYMENTS
Under a joint arrangement between the Limerick Institute of Technology and the City of Limerick Vocational Education Committee, a minimum number of places are reserved on some programmes for permanent whole-time staff members free of charge except where there is an external validating body. This is taken into account by each Head of School/Department when deciding whether a programme is viable. However, these places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, up to the allocated numbers.
TAX RELIEF ON TUITION FEES
Tax relief is available at the standard rate of income tax for tuition fees paid by or on behalf of students who attend an approved programme of study which must be at least two years in duration. Further information and an application form for tax relief on tuition fees is available from the Revenue Commissioners’ website, www.revenue.ie. A receipt for fees paid must accompany the completed application form.
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| Course Content |
Expand+Note: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7).
Aims
The programme will provide learners ...
Hide-Note: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7).
Aims
The programme will provide learners with a solid grounding in Building Information Modelling (BIM) using Autodesk’s Revit Architecture. This programme will encompass the basics of 3D building modelling & architectural visualisation. BIM functionality such as tables and building quantities will also be covered. This course will benefit existing AutoCAD users as well as those learning CAD for the first time.
Aims
To provide the learner with a broad knowledge of embedded computer systems including processors,
hardware systems, operating systems, single board computers, development environments and
programming.
Having successfully completed this module, the learner will be able to:
1. Identify the main computer components and explain the functions and characteristics of each, including interfaces and interconnections, in accordance with relevant safety standards.
2. Analyse the specification sheets of embedded computer systems, including single board computers, processor operations, peripherals and onboard resources.
3. Understand basic computer function from first principles.
4. Demonstrate competency in a suitable programming language for embedded computing including a
development environment.
5. Analyse and compare the operation of processor peripheral devices such as general input output, timers, and counters.
6. Understand the operation of sub modules such as GPS, accelerometers and GSM including the modes of communications used to interconnect them.
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| Subjects Taught |
Content
PC SYSTEMS: Critical components, computer usage, workloads, chokepoints, environmental aspects.
OPERATING SYSTEMS: Processor support, kernels, upgrades, Open source operating systems.
PROCESSORS: Specifications, speed ratings, internal configuration.
SYSTEM BOARDS: Raspberry pi, or other suitable single board computer operations and configuration.
PROGRAMMING: A suitable programming language such as C, PHP or Python including data structures
and variables. |
| Assessment Method |
Assessment/Examinations
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. |
| Further Enquiries |
For further information: Dept of Flexible Learning
Tel: 061 293802 Email: Flexible@lit.ie |
| Location |
LIT Moylish |
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