Fundamental Electrochemical & Weight Measurement - Extended Campus
The aim of this module is to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the operation, application and calibration of process chemical analysis: Ph, Conductivity, CO, O2, O3, Humidity.
| 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 have completed the programme Certificate in Fundamental Process Measurement.
Careers / Further progression
Further Studies
Enhance your career prospects with our Level 7 Bachelor of Science in Industrial Measurement & Control. This comprehensive program equips students with cutting-edge skills in precision measurement and control technologies, essential for today's industrial environments.
Career Opportunities
Engineering Technician
Calibration Technician
Maintenance Technician
Further information
Next Intake September 2026
The aim of this module is to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the operation, application and calibration of process chemical analysis: Ph, Conductivity, CO, O2, O3, Humidity. Students will also be introduced to weighing systems, as well as light and speed instruments.
This module is targeted primarily at those already qualified in an engineering/science discipline and who wish to develop a basic understanding of Electrochemical and Weight Measurement.
Unique Features:
Delivered by lecturers of Instrumentation apprenticeship programmes.
Dedicated process instrumentation laboratories.
Practical examples based on industrial processes.
The module will be delivered using both lectures and practical sessions.
Use will be made of hands-on laboratory programmes to allow students the opportunity to apply and implement the concepts explored in the classroom.
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