Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Letterkenny
This add-on course will introduce you to cutting edge engineering technologies such as virtual prototyping, reverse engineering, finite element analysis and sustainable energy systems & thermodynamics. There are also modules on professional development, innovation & business planning.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time add-on.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have an Ordinary Degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering or an equivalent (level 7) qualification with 180 ECTS credits and appropriate learning outcomes.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
• General Manager
• Maintenance Technician/ Engineer
• Process Engineer
• Product Designer
• Research Engineer
• Technical Sales Manager
Progression
Follow up programmes elsewhere include:
• Master degrees in institutes and universities at home and abroad.
• Under an articulation agreement with Edinburgh Napier University graduates of this course are eligible for entry to year 5 of the year integrated MEng Mechanical Engineering.
Further information
Course Overview
As a mechanical engineer you design, manufacture and maintain products systems and services that people use everyday; from phones to refrigerators and from planes to power generation. This Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical Engineering is a one year course to deepen your knowledge, skills and competence in core areas such as mechanical systems and design & analysis.
This add-on course will introduce you to cutting edge engineering technologies such as virtual prototyping, reverse engineering, finite element analysis and sustainable energy systems & thermodynamics. There are also modules on professional development, innovation & business planning.
You will be able to apply engineering analysis, synthesis and evaluation to engineering problems, demonstrate and articulate a practical and theoretical knowledge of Mechanical Engineering through theory, practice, experimental, project and design work, plus demonstrate a high level of competence and ability in problem solving, analysis and decision making.
The course will equip you with a high level of competence and ability in technical report writing, record keeping, communication and managerial functions. You’ll also be capable of identifying and distinguishing design team responsibilities in relevant design and engineering projects.
Year 1
Semester 1 - Mandatory modules:
• Automation Technology 2
• Mechanics 5
• Engineering Simulation & Data Analysis
• Engineering Management 2
• Thermodynamic & Renewable Energy 1
• L8 Project 1
Semester 2 - Mandatory modules:
• Data Science & Machine Learning
• Thermodynamic Systems & Renewable Energy 2
• Advanced Computer Aided Engineering
• Professional Practice
• L8 Project 2
Head of Department
Dr Emmett Kerr
Email: emmett.kerr@atu.ie
Telephone: +353 (0)74 918 6401