Why take this course?

Civil engineering encapsulates broad engineering fields focused on a range in infrastructural elements which include water, energy, railroads and buildings, to mention just a few.

Attending this higher certificate course will help to develop a grounding in both the theoretical and practical aspects of civil engineering.

It will give you a thorough knowledge of the materials, processes, technologies and standards required to design and build civil engineering structures of the highest quality. As a graduate, you will not only be industry-focused but you will have acquired the ability, versatility and know-how to help shape its development.

The Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering was developed to meet the needs of the modern day civil engineering industry. The programme is designed to help create a technical resource for the next generation of civil engineering companies operating both in Ireland and abroad, as well as meet the evolving requirements of a rapidly changing industry. This programme is designed to meet the requirements of individuals looking to develop valued technical skills and knowledge.

This course is offered on a direct entry basis. Email for further information.

What will I experience?

On this course you can:

• Have the opportunity to visit state-of-the-art civil engineering works and manufacturing facilities.
  
• Work in computer labs using the latest 3D engineering modelling software
  
• Test the properties of engineering material and their behaviour using our suite of engineering laboratories and testing equipment.
  
• Use modern GPS surveying equipment and related software applications
  

What opportunities might it lead to?

Gradates of this programme have successfully pursued careers with contractors, consultants, materials suppliers and local authorities both nationally and internationally. As a civil engineering technician, you can expect to work in a technical capacity as a manager, surveyor, draughts-person or a laboratory technician involved in testing materials and supporting companies in the civil trade. Some of the areas pursued by our recent graduates include:

• Construction management
  
• Quantity surveying
  
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
  
• Water and wastewater treatment and assessment
  
• Precast concrete production
  
• Structural steel fabrication
  
• Insurance assessment
  
• Topographical and building surveying
  

Additional Information

The course is designed to make graduated fully aware of the practical and theoretical dimensions of civil engineering so they can enter the workplace prepared, but also carry the ability to develop professionally if they wish to progress their career. The course will transfer to the graduates:

• The mathematical techniques essential for this course of study
  
• The competence to interpret and apply technical guidance documents and
  
• related codes
  
• The ability to use computer based drawing systems - AutoCAD, Revit
  
• The confidence to communicate technical information.
  
• An understanding of scientific methods used in an engineering context

• The practical application of surveying principles and techniques

This is a Direct Entry course. Apply for a direct entry course:

What is Direct Entry?

Each year, TUS provides a number of undergraduate courses which are not listed on the CAO. Interested applicants can apply to these courses directly to the TUS Admissions office. Applicants do not require CAO points to apply to a direct entry course, however, they must ensure they meet the entry requirements of their desired course.

Assessment Information

We place a lot of emphasis on student support and so we aim to provide a learning environment that is both stimulating and academically challenging, whilst also supporting your learning. You will encounter a range of teaching methods from lectures, practical’s, ICT sessions and laboratory exercises. The course is taught by experienced, Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineers, Geologists and Quantity Surveyors with a track record of success in many sectors of the civil engineering industry.

We appreciate that different students have different learning styles and so we provide a range of assessment approaches to suit everybody. Here ae some of the ways we assess your work:

• Mini-projects
• Presentations
• Group work
• Examinations
• Multiple-choice tests
• Quizzes
• Portfolio work