Program Overview

Industrial Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

Overview

The Industrial Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship is a 2-year program that combines on-the-job training with academic study, leading to a Level 7 Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Degree. The program is designed for qualified electricians who wish to upskill and acquire advanced knowledge to move into engineering roles in industry.

Who Should Apply

The apprenticeship is suitable for qualified electricians who meet the entry criteria below.

Entry Requirements

• Holder of the Advanced Certificate (Level 6) in Craft (Electrical)
• Holder of the Advanced Certificate (Level 6) in Craft (Electrical/Instrumentation) or Craft (Refrigeration)
• Holder of the TUS Higher Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 6), or a cognate Level 6 Electrical Certificate, with relevant industrial electrical experience
• Registered Electrician with qualifications (National Craft Certificate / Senior Trades) other than in (a) or (b) above, can apply for access through the TUS recognition of prior learning process
• Candidates with other technical /electrical qualifications equivalent to the TUS Level 6 Certificate in Electrical Technology and relevant industrial electrical experience can apply for access through the TUS recognition of prior learning process

Programme Timeline

Stage 1 – On the Job, September (21 Weeks)

• Work Based Learning Portfolio
• Industrial Communication and Personal Development

Stage 2 – University Block, January (15 Weeks)

• Engineering Mathematics
• Advanced Electrical Control Systems Workshop
• Electrical Drawing & BIM
• Engineering Communications and Collaborative Working
• Electrical Planning and Layout
• Electrical Machines

Stage 3 – On the Job, May (18 Weeks)

• Work Based Learning Project

Stage 4 – University Block, September (15 Weeks)

• Engineering Maths 2
• Automation System Design
• Electrical Testing and Fault finding
• Distributed Electrical Systems
• HMI & SCADA

Electives (Select 2)

• Process Instrumentation & Calibration
• HV/MV Network Operations
• Industrial Electrical Maintenance Systems

Stage 5 – On the Job, January (35 Weeks)

• Industrial Project
• Project Management & Industrial Work Based Learning

Applicant Information

What is an Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is an alternative to full-time third-level courses. Apprenticeships are paid employment allowing the apprentice to “earn while you learn” and an excellent opportunity to get a recognised qualification while at the same time gaining on-the-job experience relevant to your chosen career.

What is the Duration of this Apprenticeship?

• 2 Year blend of Full Time and Work Based Learning
• Two 15 week blocks in TUS

Who is the Programme Suited to?

This two-year programme was developed in collaboration with the Electrical, Engineering, Automation and Manufacturing Sectors who identified a need for qualified Industrial Electrical Engineers to address the skills gaps in these sectors.

Employer Information

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a programme of education and training which combines learning in the workplace with learning in an educational setting such as the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). Apprenticeship provides the opportunity for learning acquired off-the-job to be applied and further developed under supervision in the workplace.

Who Should Apply for the Apprenticeship in Industrial Electrical Engineering?

This two-year programme was developed in collaboration with the Electrical, Engineering, Automation and Manufacturing Sectors who identified a need for qualified Industrial Electrical Engineers to address the skills gaps in these sectors. The Level 7 Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) Degree has been specifically designed as a progression programme for Qualified Electricians who wish to upskill and to acquire advanced knowledge to move into engineering roles in Industry.

Benefits to Your Company

The course is a 2 year employer-led apprenticeship with 70% of the learners time spent on the job. The blend of full time and work based modules means that your apprentice can remain working in their current role for the duration of the 24-month apprenticeship contract.

Employer Registration

As part of the national apprenticeship system, there are formal requirements for approval of an employer’s suitability to train apprentices and for registration of apprentices. SOLAS is responsible for delivering on these requirements.

Career Profile

The Industrial Electrical Engineer is required to design, plan, assess risk, troubleshoot, program and commission a wide range of industrial electrical systems safely and in line with all relevant Irish and EU standards. The Industrial Electrical Engineer is required to compile system documentation, present proposals & analysis within the company, work with colleagues to achieve project success on-time and within the resources available, demonstrate systems operation, carry out statistical analysis & investigation, maintain, repair and regularly assess the needs for the upgrading of industrial electrical systems.