Mechanical Engineering courses in Ireland

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of modern machining systems, the importance of information links between CAD product data and manufacturing data, the role of process planning in manufacturing and the types of process planning available.

This programme allows candidate to apply for membership if the IAEA. Membership of the Institute is determined by a combination of experience and successfully passing the IAEAs four section modules.

This new part-time degree programme is aimed at meeting the educational needs of the automotive sector by providing graduates with a level 7 degree qualification. The programme offers a core-disciplinary approach in which the learners obtain a high level of technological and diagnostics skills specifically related to the automotive sector. Applicants who already possess the…

The aim of this programme is to provide an introduction to the topic of Aviation. On successful completion of the programme, students will have an appreciation of some of the essential aspects of flight and aircraft. They will be capable of explaining the physical laws that govern flight, some of the engineering utilised to achieve…

The honours degree in mechanical and polymer engineering is offered in response to the demand for highly skilled graduates with training in mechanical engineering fundamentals, with an emphasis on specific technologies and methodologies associated with polymer engineering. Polymer engineering is a core skillset that many employers in the medical device/healthcare sector look for in graduates.…

?This programme provides a common entry year 1 to the following Level 7 programmes: BEng in Mechanical Engineering BEng in Mechanical Engineering and Renewable Energy BEng in Mechatronics It has been developed to give students sufficient time and experience to come to an informed choice as to which specific mechanical engineering programme they wish to…

Award: Specialist Diploma; Qualification: NFQ Level 9 Minor Award Delivery: ; Part Time; Duration: ; 1 year; Attendance: ; Online course supplemented by four classroom days per Autumn & four x two day workshops per Spring; Start Date: September 2019 Enquiries: ; ulearning@ul.ie

Purpose of this course is to provide participants with the opportunity to become, competent in applying the skills, knowledge & attitudes associated with the safe erection /dismantling of Mobile Access Towers

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to understand the principles and processes involved in engineering design and develop the computer-based skills that are needed to produce industry standard engineering drawings. It is recommended a basic level of competency in CAD is attained before beginning this unit, in order to be able to…

The unit presents the engineering science topics of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. It aims to develop knowledge and skills in these topics to support the analysis of problems in fluid flow and energy transfer systems.

This unit is concerned with the requirements that are essential to enable engineering activities to be carried out safely and effectively. At the end of this module the learner will: understand compliance with statutory health and safety regulations and organisational requirements understand compliance with statutory environmental regulations and organisational requirements know how to implement accident…

The Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7) is an add-on ordinary degree, specifically designed for those with a level 6 qualification in a cognate area. Learners may apply for registration on individual modules regardless of prior experience or qualification, in order to access advanced training and skill upgrades. Applicants should have employment in…

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of a range of mathematical operations and analysis techniques and apply these techniques to solve engineering problems.

The aims of this programme are to provide students with: A broad knowledge of the principles and applications of mechanical engineering; The mathematical knowledge and skills that are relevant to engineering; Drafting, IT, Communication and administration skills.

City and Guilds Level 4 (UK) Diploma in Engineering focuses on advanced engineering, with a wide choice of units to provide a flexible route to career success as a professional engineer. You will have the potential to fulfil a role within engineering that requires a high level of responsibility requiring the use of personal initiative…

Subjects covered in the programme include aspects of Electronics, Mechanics, Automation, Production, Software Engineering and Mathematics, with a strong emphasis on practical skills. The theoretical and practical skills developed during the programme are brought together in the final semester, where a significant aspect of the programme is the undertaking of a project, where students design…

This unit is concerned with those engineering principles that enhance the performance of engineering operations. At the end of this module the learner will: know how to interpret engineering information know how to differentiate between common engineering materials know how to perform engineering calculations understand quality control in engineering

The purpose of this one day course is to assess the operators ability to operate the machine to an acceptable standard. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators operating on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card for particular machines. This course will give them the required knowledge on how to minimise the…

The purpose of this one day course is to assess the operators ability to operate the machine to an acceptable standard. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators operating on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card for particular machines. This course will give them the required knowledge on how to minimise the…

The purpose of this one day course is to assess the operators ability to operate the machine to an acceptable standard. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators operating on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card for particular machines. This course will give them the required knowledge on how to minimise the…

This purpose of this one day course is to assess the operators ability to operate the machine to an acceptable standard. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators operating on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card for particular machine and operation. This course will give them the required knowledge on how to…

The purpose of this one day course is to assess the operators ability to operate the machine to an acceptable standard. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators operating on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card for particular machines. This course will give them the required knowledge on how to minimise the…

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of the reasons for using robots in manufacturing and gain knowledge of the many application areas in which robots are already used. They will have knowledge of the classification and geometrical and kinematic configurations of robot arms, their accuracy and repeatability and…

The Special Purpose Award, aims to cover the technical knowledge syllabi for the EASA Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL A) and caters for those wishing to sit the IAA theoretical examinations. It will give prospective commercial pilots the opportunity to see what is involved before committing to full time studies and flight training. The programme…

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of how to plan for and carry out maintenance work on systems and equipment used in manufacturing operations.

Class held every Tuesday from 6-7:30pm.Class covers all aspects of marine inboard diesel engines.Tutor uses an actual marine diesel engine for demonstration purposes.Topics covered include:change engine oil and filter;change fuel filter and bleed system;adjust valve clearances;battery maintenance by top-up,clean terminals;inspect and adjust drive belts;make a gasket;use a multimeter;test bulbs,fuses and relays. Enrolment in early January…

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of the properties, selection criteria, relationships between processes and behaviour, and causes of failure of engineering materials. At the end of this module the learner will: be able to determine the properties and selection criteria of materials from tests and data sources…

This unit enables the candidate to develop the skills in and understanding of mathematics and science to facilitate progression onto awards that require a Level 3 mathematics and science component. It is primarily aimed at those candidates who wish to progress to higher education and has been applied to practical engineering principles of mathematics topics.

The programme has been developed to address the need for both new graduates and existing engineers to acquired advanced competencies in computational methods, analytical methods, and design. Deepen your technical knowledge, skills and competencies in the core field of Mechanical Engineering through modules in computational methods in solids and fluids, control engineering, and industrial heat…

This City & Guilds 2850 Diploma is aimed at learners who: Intend to follow an Apprenticeship Wish for career progression within engineering Wish to develop the skills learnt from other areas of engineering

This purpose of this three day course is to teach the participant general skills to be able to operate the machine under supervision. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators working on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card or valid CSCS trainee operators card for the item of plant being used. This…

The purpose of this three day course is to teach the participant general skills to be able to operate the machine under supervision. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators working on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card or valid CSCS trainee operators card for the item of plant being used. This…

The purpose of this three day course is to teach the participant general skills to be able to operate the machine under supervision. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators working on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card or valid CSCS trainee operators card for the item of plant being used. This…

This purpose of this three day course is to teach the participant general skills to be able to direct cranes carrying loads under supervision. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators working on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card or valid CSCS trainee operators card for the item of plant being used.…

This purpose of this three day course is to teach the participant general skills to be able to operate the machine under supervision. Under the 2006 Construction Regulations all machine operators working on construction sites must have a valid CSCS card or valid CSCS trainee operators card for the item of plant being used. This…

The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of a wide range of manufacturing methods for metallic and non-metallic mechanical components. Learners will be able to analyse the manufacturing requirements of mechanical components, compare and select from different manufacturing methods, determine suitable finishing processes for varying component specifications, and identify…

This unit enables the candidate to understand the underlying principles that apply to all common machine tool systems. At the end of this module the learner will: understand how to determine the alignment of machine tools know how to differentiate between methods of power transmission in machine tools understand how to evaluate the application of…

At the end of this module the learner will: be able to set-up to produce CAD drawings be able to produce 2D CAD drawings be able to produce 3D CAD drawings be able to produce hard copies of CAD drawings

This course is aimed at candidates who wish to improve their skills in the refrigeration and air conditioning sector with the aim of working both within this Industry sector or those who wish to enter the maintenance or building services sector. Learners who successfully complete this Course will develop an appreciation for the techniques and…