Engineering Technology
Purpose
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the
knowledge, skill and competence to safely utilise a range of techniques
and processes to solve engineering related challenges and or to
progress to further and or higher education or training.
Further information on programme aims and objectives is available in Programme Descriptor.
Target Award
QQI Engineering Technology – 5M2061
Start Date: 09-09-2024 Hours/week: 33 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 38 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | Work Experience (5N1356) | QQI |
| Engineering Workshop Processes Level 5 | Engineering Workshop Processes (5N1608) | QQI |
| Mathematics Level 5 | Mathematics (5N1833) | QQI |
| Communications Level 5 | Communications (5N0690) | QQI |
| Computer Aided Draughting (2D) | Computer Aided Draughting (2D) (5N1604) | QQI |
| Mechanics | Mechanics (5N1638) | QQI |
| Engineering Drawing | Engineering Drawing (5N1607) | QQI |
| Electronics | Electronics (5N1606) | QQI |
| Engineering Workshop Theory | Engineering Workshop Theory (5N2136) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to safely utilise a range of techniques and processes to solve engineering related challenges and or to progress to further and or higher education or training.