| Course Name |
Distributed Control Systems & Industrial Networks |
| Course Provider |
MTU - Cork Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
MTU - Munster Technological University |
| Course Code |
113801 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ)
More info..
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Minor |
Munster Technological University |
Level 8 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening, Online or Distance, Daytime, Blended |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Application for the programme is via MTU’s online application system (OLAPPS), further details can be found here: https://www.cit.ie/course?id=721 |
| Duration |
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This minor award (20 ECTS credits) programme is delivered over 1 academic years, with two semesters per year. Delivery is over two evenings per week, 7pm to 10pm. The programme is delivered in a part-time ACCS (Accumulation of...
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This minor award (20 ECTS credits) programme is delivered over 1 academic years, with two semesters per year. Delivery is over two evenings per week, 7pm to 10pm. The programme is delivered in a part-time ACCS (Accumulation of Credits & Certificate of Subjects) mode. Mode of Study Part time blended learning (online theory and on-campus practical work). Online learning is via MTU’s Learning Management System called Canvas. More details can be found here. The programme is strongly lab and practical skills focussed with approximately 60% of learning taking place within the lab environment at MTU’s Bishopstown campus by the Department of Physical Sciences. Further details of the specialist facilities used in the delivery of this programme can be found at https://physicalsciences.cit.ie/facilities.
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| Course Fee |
€350 per module per 5 credits (total course cost for 20 ECTS credits is €1400). |
| Entry Requirements |
Applicants should have a Level 7 qualification in a relevant science and engineering discipline (e.g. Instrumentation, SCADA, Process Control or related area). Applicants with significant relevant industrial experience or professional qualifications and/or training may also be considered via MTU’s RPL policy. |
| Comment |
Award
Certificate in Distributed Control Systems and Industrial Networks (minor award, 20 credits, level 8).
Validating Body & Accreditation
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
This degree is currently undergoing accreditation review by the Institute of Measurement and Control https://www.instmc. org/ |
| Course Content |
Expand+Aim
This level 8 minor award comprising of 20 credits focuses on upskilling learners in the speciality of Distributed Process Control & Networking Systems. The award is targeted towards learners seeking a qualification in the discipline of Indus...
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This level 8 minor award comprising of 20 credits focuses on upskilling learners in the speciality of Distributed Process Control & Networking Systems. The award is targeted towards learners seeking a qualification in the discipline of Industrial Automation, DCS and Industrial Networking in relevant industry sectors such as Industrial Automation, BioPharma, Food and Beverage production, Oil and Gas, etc.). The course is particularly suited to those who already have a level 7 qualification in a related area (e.g. Instrumentation, PLCs) and wish to specialise in the area of DCS using platforms such as the Emerson DeltaV industrial automation and process control system.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+The programme adopts a practical, hands on, approach to learning, where all modules are fully assessed using continuous assessment methods. There is no formal end of semester written examination. The programme is delivered over one academic years...
Hide-The programme adopts a practical, hands on, approach to learning, where all modules are fully assessed using continuous assessment methods. There is no formal end of semester written examination. The programme is delivered over one academic years, two semesters as follows:
Semester 1 (Sept-Dec)
• Distributed Control Systems (Draft)
• Networking & Computer Security (Approved)
Semester 2 (Jan-May)
• Advanced Industrial Automation (Approved)
• Adv Control for Automation (Draft)
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| Number of Credits |
20 |
| Further Enquiries |
Dr Natalia Rebrova
E: natalia.rebrova@mtu.ie |
| Location |
Online and MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork. |
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