Fundamental Process Management - Extended Campus
This module is targeted primarily at those already qualified in an engineering/science discipline and who wish to develop a basic understanding of Industrial Process Measurements used in Instrumentation.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Special Purpose | South East Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
Delivery
The course consists of an 11-week on-campus program at the SETU Kilkenny road Campus in Carlow, with sessions typically held once a week for 4 hours.
Entry Requirements
This programme is targeted primarily at those already qualified in an engineering/science discipline or those who hold a national craft certificate who wish to develop a basic understanding of Industrial Process Measurements used in Instrumentation.
Careers / Further progression
Further study opportunities include:
Level 6 -Certificate in Fundamental PID Control
Level 6 - Certificate in Fundamental Electrochemical and Weight Measurement
Level 7 - Bachelor of Science in Industrial Measurement & Control
Career Opportunities:
Engineering Technician
Calibration Technician
Maintenance Technician
Further information
Next Intake September 2026
This module is targeted primarily at those already qualified in an engineering/science discipline and who wish to develop a basic understanding of Industrial Process Measurements used in Instrumentation.
Focusing on practical industrial applications, learners will gain an understanding of process measuring systems, such as Temperature Measurement, Pressure Measurement, Level Measurement and Flow Measurement using discrete (on-off) and variable (analog) measurement methods.
Unique Features
Delivered by lecturing team on the Instrumentation apprenticeship programs.
The module will be delivered through a mix of theory and practical in our designated process Instrumentation laboratory.
Practical 4-20mA measurement loops set up based on those used in industrial processes.
Calibration of Instruments using: HART communication and manual calibration.
Simulation of process variables using field calibrators.
Extended Campus
Extended Campus (EC) at SETU Carlow works with organisations in the design, development and validation of customised programmes relevant to industry and employer needs. Programmes are often designed to bridge a gap that currently exists and or to support the future needs of an organisation and are offered through flexibly delivered timetables that fits into work life and avoiding long commutes to and from the classroom.
Relevant curricula give organisations the opportunity to stay competitive and current in the changing workplace with industry-focused programmes that deliver job-ready skills. All programmes are delivered by experienced industry experts. Students who have relevant learning (formal or informal) may make application under recognition of prior learning (RPL) for advanced entry or exemptions on certain programmes.
For further details contact extendedcampus.cw@setu.ie or phone 059 9175286