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Automation Engineering

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Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Automation Engineering is a four-year program that prepares students for a career in automation engineering. The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in engineering principles, as well as specialized knowledge in automation engineering.

Program Details

TU Code

TU813

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Duration

4 years

Number of Places

80

Location

Tallaght

Fees

EU Fees: [insert fees] Non-EU Fees: [insert fees]

What is Automation Engineering?

Automation engineering is a field of engineering that deals with the design, development, and implementation of automated systems. Automation engineers use a combination of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering principles to design and develop automated systems that can perform tasks efficiently and accurately.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Automation Engineering program can expect to find employment in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation. Many graduates also pursue careers in research and development, or start their own engineering companies.

Module Listing

Year One

• Critical Skills Development [Mandatory]
• Electrical Circuits [Mandatory]
• Engineering Graphics [Mandatory]
• Materials & Processes1 [Mandatory]
• Mathematics 1 [Mandatory]
• Physical Science [Mandatory]

Year Two

• Automation [Mandatory]
• Mechanics [Mandatory]
• Materials and Processes 2 [Mandatory]
• Mathematics 2 [Mandatory]
• Measurement Systems [Mandatory]
• Solid Modelling 1 [Mandatory]

Year Three

• Electrical Engineering 1 [Mandatory]
• Fluid Mechanics 1 [Mandatory]
• Mechanics 2 [Mandatory]
• Quality & Manufacturing Systems [Mandatory]
• Solid Modelling 2 [Mandatory]
• Mathematics 3 [Mandatory]

Year Four

• Automation Systems [Mandatory]
• Design [Mandatory]
• Mathematics 5 (Differential Equations) [Mandatory]
• Mechanics 4 [Mandatory]
• Project, 3D CAD & Communications [Mandatory]
• Thermodynamics 2 [Mandatory]

Admission Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

• 6 subjects, including 2 H5's
• Minimum grade in Maths: O4
• Minimum grade in English: O6

QQI/FET Requirements

Applications from QQI Level 5 and Level 6 welcome.

Mature Applicants

Mature applicants (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency.

Progression

Many graduates join Graduate Placement Programmes in industry immediately after graduation, while others progress to Masters or PhD research. Some graduates also use their innovative skills to set up their own engineering companies.