| Course Name |
Engineering - Apprenticeship Preparatory Course |
| Course Provider |
Mullingar Community College |
| Course Code |
5M2061 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Mullingar |
| Course Content |
Expand+**New for 2017** Apprenticeship preparatory course (engineering) QQI Level 5
This programme provides learners with the foundation required to pursue an apprenticeship in the engineering trades. it is the ideal starting point to explore the variou...
Hide-**New for 2017** Apprenticeship preparatory course (engineering) QQI Level 5
This programme provides learners with the foundation required to pursue an apprenticeship in the engineering trades. it is the ideal starting point to explore the various apprenteceship options available. Students will gain hands-on experience in preparing for an apprenticeship in their desired trade.
This course is designed to
•provide participants with a hands on introduction to the broad range of the skills required to work in the construction and engineering industry.
•Prepare participants for entry to ordinary level degree and honours degree programmes in related fields.
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| FET Code |
5M2061 - Engineering Technology |
| Duration |
This is a full time one-year course and runs from September to May |
| Comment |
Expand+How the course is taught
Mullingar Community College has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners/
•A practical based course where learning takes place primarily in workshops and drawing rooms
•We make e...
Hide-How the course is taught
Mullingar Community College has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners/
•A practical based course where learning takes place primarily in workshops and drawing rooms
•We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning
•Whenever possible, we use a learn-by-doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable
•We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners
Please note
Mullingar Community College reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. no part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the institute and a student or third party
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| Course Fee |
Expand+•Administration/ Student Services Fee €100
•DES Programme Participoant Contribution €200 (exemptions for medical card, BTEA, VTOS, Student Grant)
•QQI Exam Fees €50 (Exemptions for medical card holders)
Course Fees 2017/2018
Registration fee (a...
Hide-•Administration/ Student Services Fee €100
•DES Programme Participoant Contribution €200 (exemptions for medical card, BTEA, VTOS, Student Grant)
•QQI Exam Fees €50 (Exemptions for medical card holders)
Course Fees 2017/2018
Registration fee (all courses)€50
Student service Fee (All courses)€50
Beauty Therapy kit (Beauty Therapy course only) €560
Additional Fees and Charges 2017/2018
Programme Participant Contribution (Government levy on all PLC Courses) €200 Exempt: BTEA, Medical Card Holders & Grant Holders
QQI Exam fees (all courses) €50 Exempt: Medical Card Holders
CIBTAC Exam Fees (Beauty therapy Course Only) €300 approx
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| Financial Support |
Learners taking further education courses are eligible for PLC maintenance grants. These grants are means tested and depend on individual circumstances. Students should apply on line to www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
Students attending our courses may also be eligible for Department of Social Protection allowances. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Start Date: 11/09/2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Suggested course content
1.Engineering workshop processes
2.Communications/ Customer Service
3.Work Experience
4.Safety and health at work
5.materials Science
6.Mechanics
7.Engineering workshop theory
8.Computer Aided drafting (CAD)
Optional modules
learners may also have the opportunity to study maths as an extra module |
| Mature Entry Places |
Yes |
| Entry Requirements |
•Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
•Interview
•Mature applicants welcome |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career opportunities
•progression to an apprenticeship in the construction or engineering fields
•students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to third level institutions and colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme
Pro...
Hide-Career opportunities
•progression to an apprenticeship in the construction or engineering fields
•students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to third level institutions and colleges through the Higher Education Links Scheme
Progression to higher education
Athlone IT
•higher certificate in Engineering in Civil Engineering, Level 6 and must have 5N1833 or LC Maths
Galway IT
•ordinary or higher degree in civil, mechanical or energy engineering
The most up-to-date information on higher Education links is located on the CAO website (Search for QQI)
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| Further Enquiries |
For more information
eoreilly.mcc@lwetb.ie or 086 1437088 |
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