Engineering - Automation & Robotics - Galway
This is an innovative programme that has been designed in close consultation with manufacturing industries in the western region, who have identified a requirement to up-skill their employees.
| Award Name | Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, blended.
Study Hours
Students will undertake 60 credits per year, which is a full-time academic load. Their employer should commit to reduce their professional workload by a minimum of 12 hours per week during the academic year to accommodate study time and a minimum of 4 hours for the rest of the year to work on their project.
On-Campus Attendance
One day per week in ATU Galway City campus (09.00- 18.00). Semester 3 (May-Aug), is dedicated to an Industry Module.These work-based modules include certified trainings on PLC and Robotics as well as design, build and program projects.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should be employed in the manufacturing industry and have an agreement with their employer to be released one day per week. They will attend the course while maintaining their full-time employment. The students from industry may start in Year 1, or they may avail of advanced entry depending on their background and qualifications. For full details on the Entry Requirements for this programme please see the course webpage
Further information
Total Fees €12,000
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
This programme will equip students with the skills and knowledge to design and maintain automated manufacturing processes and integrate in-house and vendor automation solutions.
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for professionals working in the manufacturing industry wishing to obtain a qualification in Automation and Robotics. Holders of a level 6 Craft Certificate working as automation technicians can benefit from advanced entry in Year 2 of the programme.
Modules
Academic and Professional Skills
Electrical Principles and Automation
Engineering Science
Computer Aided Design
Mathematics Fundamentals
Industry Module 1
Networking Technology
Regulatory Affairs
Instrumentation and Control
Project Management
Programming with Python
Mathematics 2
Automation 2
Industry Module 2
Examination & Assessment
The modules will be continually assessed via ongoing assignments coupled with extensive group project work, thereby simulating real-world industrial engineering practices.
Admissions: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie