Polymer and Mechanical Engineering – BEng

Program Overview

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Course Overview

Entry into BEng Polymer and Mechanical Engineering is from US773 Engineering (Common Entry). Students choose their preferred engineering stream at the end of first year in Common Entry.

This programme is designed to meet the demand for qualified graduates with a solid foundation in polymer and mechanical engineering, with a focus on polymer engineering technologies and processes. This course offers the opportunity to learn in state-of-the-art facilities and to be recruited by companies around the world. The polymer/medical devices sector in Ireland is thriving and is recognised as one of the fastest developing in the world. In excess of 250 companies are currently developing and manufacturing a diverse range of medical devices and diagnostic products. The sector employs a highly skilled workforce – over 45% of employees in the medical device sector are qualified to graduate or postgraduate level.

Course Details

Location

• Athlone

Years

• 2

Level

• 7

Course Type

• Undergraduate

Study Mode

• Full Time

Department

• Mechanical, Polymer Engineering & Design

What Will I Experience?

At TUS Midlands, Engineering education is very practical. Almost 50% of your time will be spent in state-of-the-art laboratories developing your practical engineering skills, and the other 50% will be spent on engineering theory and its application.

On this Course You Will:

• Apply core polymer engineering principles to the design and development of polymer products and medical device components.
• Have the opportunity to undertake a six month paid work placement, commencing January of Year 3. The placement will facilitate you in gaining an insight into industrial practices in your area of specialisation (for example polymer processing, validation, risk assessments).

Course Modules

Year 2 – Semester 1

• Sensor Systems 2 (5 Credits)
• Mechanics 2.1 (5 Credits)
• Polymer Science 2 (5 Credits)
• CAD For Plastic Part Design 2 (5 Credits)
• Energy Systems and Thermofluids 2.1 (5 Credits)
• Mathematics 2.1 (5 Credits)

Year 2 – Semester 2

• Control and Power Technology 2 (5 Credits)
• Mechanics 2.2 (5 Credits)
• Processes and Operations Management 2 (5 Credits)
• Polymer Engineering and Tool Design 2 (5 Credits)
• Polymer Properties 2 (5 Credits)
• Mathematics 2.2 (5 Credits)

Year 3 – Semester 1

• Statistics and Lean Sigma 3 (5 Credits)
• Mechanical Systems Design 3 (5 Credits)
• Polymeric Materials 3 (5 Credits)
• Polymer Engineering & Sustainability 3 (5 Credits)
• Design of Experiments 3 (5 Credits)
• Mathematics 3 (5 Credits)

Year 3 – Semester 2

• Project Evaluation and Management 3 (5 Credits)
• Industrial Placement 3 (25 Credits)

What Are the Entry Requirements?

Entry into BEng Polymer and Mechanical Engineering is from US773 Engineering (Common Entry). Students choose their preferred engineering stream at the end of first year in Common Entry.

What Can You Do After This Programme?

Career Opportunities

High employability rate within completion of this programme. This degree programme is designed to equip graduates with skill sets that are relevant and essential to emerging industrial technologies. Graduates can expect to find employment as technicians looking after and taking responsibility for the production of the product. They will also identify processes, equipment, and documentation improvements where possible and take part in improvement projects as assigned.

Further Study

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 8 Honours Degree in Polymer and Mechanical Engineering at TUS.

Additional Information

Assessment Information

At TUS Midlands we provide candidates with a set of transferable skills with a strong focus on practical experiments, problem solving and case study work. We place emphasis on candidate support and 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 that include but are not limited to:

• Lectures
• Practical classes
• Projects and case studies
• Group work
• Guest lectures
• Examinations
• Portfolio work
• Integrated assessments

Scholarship Information

The JL Goor Polymer Engineering Scholarships will enable two CAO applicants to pursue a polymer degree qualification while receiving a bursary of €1,000 for each of their years of study.

The Ultra Polymers Award, accompanied by a €250 bursary, will be presented to the top female polymer & mechanical engineering student at the end of her third year.