Agricultural Engineering (Add-on) – BEng

Program Overview

Agricultural Engineering (Add-on) – BEng

Course Overview

This programme provides students with the understanding and knowledge that is involved in design, manufacture, hydraulics, tractor engineering and electrical technology widely used in the machinery industry. The programme focuses on the practical aspects of Agricultural Engineering such as modern electrical diagnostics techniques, the workings and repair of modern engines and transmissions. This is backed by subjects in machine design, material selection and hydraulics giving graduates the skills and technical ability to cope effectively with the rapidly changing technologies that are a feature of the farm machinery industry. This programme is taught with a practical and hands-on approach, giving students the required education and training needed for a career in the farm machinery industry.

This programme is run in conjunction with the Salesian Agricultural College, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick. The delivery of the programme is split evenly between the two campuses.

This programme is largely directed at students with an interest in Agricultural Engineering who want to build on previous knowledge and advance their skills and knowledge in the farm machinery industry.

Entry Requirements

• A pass in the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Agricultural Mechanisation
• An equivalent qualification to the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Agricultural Mechanisation with appropriate pre-requisite subjects.

Course Modules

Semester 1

• Agricultural Tractor Systems and Technology 1
• Applied Mechanical Engineering Mathematics 1
• Control and Diagnostics on Agricultural Tractor and Machines 1
• Fluid Dynamics
• Group Project
• Material Selection

Semester 2

• Agricultural Tractor Systems and Technology 2
• Applied Mechanical Engineering Mathematics 2
• Control and Diagnostics on Agricultural Tractor and Machines 2
• Hydraulics
• Individual Project
• Mechanics & Failure Analysis

Career Opportunities

Potential employment opportunities for graduates include:

• Technical/Engineering Drafting
• Field Technician
• Service and Diagnostic Technicians
• Agricultural Engineering Manufacturing
• Agricultural Engineering System Maintenance and Management
• Agricultural Engineering Sales, Service etc.

Further Study

Successful graduates may continue on to suitable Level 8 Bachelor of Engineering/Science honours degree programmes in TUS such as Mechanical Engineering.

Program Outline

Agricultural Engineering (Add-on) – BEng - TUS

Degree Overview:

This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the design, manufacture, hydraulics, tractor engineering, and electrical technology used in the machinery industry. It focuses on the practical aspects of Agricultural Engineering, including modern electrical diagnostics techniques, the workings and repair of modern engines and transmissions, machine design, material selection, and hydraulics. The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and technical ability to adapt to the rapidly changing technologies in the farm machinery industry. It is delivered with a practical and hands-on approach, providing students with the necessary education and training for a career in the farm machinery industry. This program is designed for students with an interest in Agricultural Engineering who want to build on their existing knowledge and advance their skills in the farm machinery industry.

Outline:

Program Structure:

• The program is a 1-year, full-time, Level 7 add-on program.
• It is delivered in conjunction with the Salesian Agricultural College, Pallaskenry, Co.
Limerick.
• The program is split evenly between the two campuses.
• Control and Diagnostics on Agricultural Tractor and Machines 1: This module explores the control systems and diagnostic techniques used in agricultural tractors and machines.
• Fluid Dynamics: This module covers the principles of fluid mechanics and their applications in agricultural engineering.
• Group Project: This module involves collaborative work on a practical engineering project.

Semester 2:

• Agricultural Tractor Systems and Technology 2: This module builds upon the knowledge gained in Semester 1, covering advanced topics in agricultural tractor systems.
• Applied Mechanical Engineering Mathematics 2: This module continues the exploration of mathematical concepts and applications relevant to mechanical engineering.
• Control and Diagnostics on Agricultural Tractor and Machines 2: This module delves deeper into the control systems and diagnostic techniques used in agricultural tractors and machines.
• Hydraulics: This module covers the principles of hydraulic systems and their applications in agricultural machinery.
• Individual Project: This module involves independent work on a practical engineering project.
• Mechanics & Failure Analysis: This module explores the principles of mechanics and the analysis of component failures in agricultural machinery.

Careers:

Career Opportunities:

• Technical/Engineering Drafting
• Field Technician
• Service and Diagnostic Technicians
• Agricultural Engineering Manufacturing
• Agricultural Engineering System Maintenance and Management
• Agricultural Engineering Sales
• Service

Further Study:

• Successful graduates may continue on to suitable Level 8 Bachelor of Engineering/Science honors degree programs in TUS such as Mechanical Engineering.