Program Overview

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Industrial & Environmental Physics

Overview

This course aims to produce graduates with the skills needed for employment as technicians/technologists or scientific personnel in the fields of technology and physics, with a particular emphasis on the applications of physics in industrial and environmental contexts, including the science underlying renewable energy and sustainable technologies.

Course Details

TU Code

TU754

CAO Point Range 2024

250-349

NFQ Level

Level 7

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Science

ECTS Credits

180

Duration

3 years

Number of Places

15

Location

Grangegorman

What is... Industrial & Environmental Physics?

This course aims to produce graduates with the skills needed for employment as technicians/technologists or scientific personnel in the fields of technology and physics, with a particular emphasis on the applications of physics in industrial and environmental contexts, including the science underlying renewable energy and sustainable technologies.

On graduation, you’ll have experience and skill in handling instrumentation and the analysis, interpretation, presentation and critical evaluation of data. These skills, along with up-to-date knowledge of your field, will make you highly suited for a career as a technician or research assistant in industry and technology, especially in industries relating to renewable energy and sustainability.

If you achieve the appropriate grades, you’ll be eligible to apply for entry to Year 3 of the honours degree course TU877 Physics Technology.

The first year of the course is common with the courses TU755 Science, TU751 Biosciences and TU762 Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences. It will give you a broad scientific base before you concentrate on Applied Physics in Year 2 and Year 3.

The course is offered on a modular basis. Six common core modules in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, professional skills and information technology will give you a solid foundation in science.

In the second semester, you’ll study Project-Based Physics, Astronomy and Environmental & Energy Physics. You will choose an additional module from a selection of chemistry and biology modules on offer.

In the third year, the applied and practical nature of the degree and the emphasis on environment, energy and industry come to the fore.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 5
• Minimum Grade in Maths OR Applied Maths: O4/H7
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Level 5: 1 OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS:
  • CASFX / 5M5267 Food Science
  • CASLT / 5M3807 Laboratory Techniques
  • CCTXX Control Technology
  • CELTX Electronic Technology
  • CENGT / 5M2061 Engineering Technology
  • 5M2768 Animal Science
• Additional Requirements: DISTINCTION(S) REQUIRED: None
• Level 6: Full level 6 award in a relevant discipline

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

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

Sample Timetable

Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.

What are my career opportunities?

• Researcher
• Lab Technician

Module Listing

Year One

• Semester 1:
  • Applications of Physics [Mandatory]
  • Chemistry Laboratory Skills [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Biology [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Chemistry [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Physics [Mandatory]
  • Human Body and Disease [Mandatory]
  • Mathematics 1 [Mandatory]
  • Professional Development Skills [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Applications of Physics [Mandatory]
  • Human Body and Disease [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Biology [Mandatory]
  • Professional Development Skills [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Chemistry [Mandatory]
  • Chemistry Laboratory Skills [Mandatory]
  • Mathematics 2 [Mandatory]
  • Fundamental Physics [Mandatory]

Year Two

• Semester 1:
  • Electronics [Mandatory]
  • Mathematics and Statistics 1 [Mandatory]
  • Heat & Thermodynamics [Mandatory]
  • Material Structure [Mandatory]
  • Optics/Optical Instrumentation [Mandatory]
  • Industrial Studies [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Electronics [Mandatory]
  • Mathematics and Statistics 2 [Mandatory]
  • Introduction to Programming [Mandatory]
  • Mechanics / Mechanical Properties of Materials [Mandatory]
  • Radiation and Astrophysics [Mandatory]
  • Industrial Studies [Mandatory]

Year Three

• Semester 1:
  • Mathematics [Mandatory]
  • Applied Optics [Mandatory]
  • Acoustics and Industrial Noise & Vibration [Mandatory]
  • Semi Conductor Tech/Vacuum Tech [Mandatory]
  • Renewable Energy / Technology for Sustainability [Mandatory]
• Semester 2:
  • Mathematics [Mandatory]
  • Environmental Physics / Atmospheric Physics [Mandatory]
  • Semi Conductor Tech/Vacuum Tech [Mandatory]
  • Year 3 Project & Prof. Skills [Mandatory]
  • Applied Heat / Medical Devices & Bioengineering [Mandatory]
  • Numerical Methods [Mandatory]
  • Electronics [Mandatory]
  • Introduction to Quantum Physics and Condensed Matter/Nuclear Physics [Mandatory]

Advanced Entry

Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course. To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area.

Progression

If you achieve the appropriate grades, you’ll be eligible to apply for entry to Year 3 of the TU877 Physics Technology.

On graduation, you’ll be equipped to progress to ordinary and honours degree courses in TU Dublin.