| Course Name |
PLCs, Control & Scada - Cork Campus |
| Course Provider |
MTU - Cork Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
MTU - Munster Technological University |
| Course Code |
CR_SIPLC_6 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
More info..
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Special Purpose |
Munster Technological University |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Online application is open for course commencing 12th September 2022.
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €250 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
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Hide-Online application is open for course commencing 12th September 2022.
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €250 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you and you wish to accept it.
Please attach and upload any documents such as transcripts, CV, other details relevant to the application.
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| Application Date |
Application Closing Date: 2nd October 2022. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Duration & Delivery
Part time blended learning - online theory and on campus practical work for one academic year over 2 semesters. |
| Course Fee |
€325 per 5 credit module (incl. exam fees). |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Admission requirements
Target learners on this programme will include those who wish to reactivate their career to upskill and reskill or crossskill from non-related disciplines as well as upskilling those already in employment in related indust...
Hide-Admission requirements
Target learners on this programme will include those who wish to reactivate their career to upskill and reskill or crossskill from non-related disciplines as well as upskilling those already in employment in related industrial sectors. While there will not be a specific qualification requirement, there is an expectation that candidates will have obtained a minimum of Junior Certificate Level (NFQ-QQI level 3) and experience in related industrial sectors would be beneficial for the student.
Applicants will be assessed individually on a case by case basis.
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| Comment |
Award
Special Purpose Award, Certificate in Introduction in PLC Based Automation Systems (20 ECTS, Level 6, on the National Framework of Qualification. |
| Course Content |
Aim
The course is designed to meet the industry skills shortage in the area of PLC based automation and to provide the fundamental skills required by a learner and thus provides an opportunity for:
• companies to sponsor their employees whilst they upskill or
• allow people who are currently unemployed due to the current Covid-19 pandemic to reactivate their career to upskill, reskill and cross-skill from non-related disciplines. |
| Subjects Taught |
The 4 modules that make up this special purpose award cover the fundamental introductory skills required for a learner to be able to interact with PLC based automation.
• Introduction to PLC Digital Automation
• Introduction to PLC Analog Automation
• Introduction to PLC SCADA
• Introduction to PLC Kinematic Systems |
| Number of Credits |
20 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
On successful completion of this course graduates will be eligible to continue their studies on:
1. The Level 6 120 ECTS credit
2. The level 7 20 ECTS credit Special Purpose Award |
| Further Enquiries |
Conor O’Farrell
E: conor.ofarrell@mtu.ie
T: 021 433 5870 |
| Location |
Online and MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork. |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |