Electrical Technology (Bachelor of Engineering, L7, 60 ECTS)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology is a Level 7 add-on ordinary degree for qualified advanced craft-persons and national/higher certificate holders. The program provides higher technological skills relevant to designing electrical engineering systems, offering a flexible and customizable study experience with elective modules. Graduates gain a range of technical, judgmental, and personal skills to excel in the industry, though the degree is not accredited by Engineers Ireland.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology (Level 7) is an add-on ordinary degree designed for individuals with a Level 6 qualification in a cognate electrical field. It aims to provide a progression route in the area of Electrical Technology for qualified advanced craft-persons and national/higher certificate holders. The program emphasizes flexibility in terms of quantity, duration, timing, and pace of study.

Objectives:

• To equip learners with higher technological skills relevant to the design of electrical engineering systems in industry.
• To provide further education that upgrades skills and strengthens life and working experiences.
• To offer the opportunity to undertake a substantial work-based project or design study that benefits the learner's employer.
• To provide a wide choice of elective modules for customization based on personal and vocational development.
• To foster the development of higher technical skills, judgment, attitudes, and personal attributes that benefit the graduate.
• To produce a fully rounded graduate who is intellectually competent to self-direct their learning and empowered to continue professional development.

Outline:

Course Content:

The program requires the completion of 11 modules, including a work-based project, for a total of 60 credits. Each module is 12 weeks in duration, with one evening per week of instruction. Modules are offered in Semester 1 (September to December) and Semester 2 (January to May) each academic year. The delivery format includes online, blended, and classroom-based components. All classroom-based elements take place at the Moylish campus in Limerick.

Sample Modules:

• Electrical Testing and Certification (Mandatory) - 5 Credits: Provides in-depth knowledge of the National Rules for Electrical Installations (Fourth Edition ET101:2008) for inspection, testing, and certification of industrial and commercial electrical installations.
• Electrical Planning and Layout (Mandatory) - 5 Credits: Focuses on safe design techniques, software tools, and approaches for planning commercial and industrial electrical installations.
• Electrical Project (Mandatory) - 10 Credits: Develops independent leadership and project management skills through the study, analysis, development, and resolution of a relevant industry project.
• Mathematics 1 (Mandatory) - 5 Credits: Covers engineering mathematics and applied statistics.
• Project Management (Mandatory) - 5 Credits: Provides knowledge of techniques, software tools, and approaches used in project management in industry.
• Advanced PLC Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Specializes in advanced automation systems, structured programming approaches, and distributed control applications.
• Electrical Machines (Elective) - 5 Credits: Covers types, sizing, characteristics, and applications of single and three-phase AC and DC motors in manufacturing facilities.
• Energy Efficiency in Industry (Elective) - 5 Credits: Focuses on energy usage in industry, energy efficiency, and carbon emission reduction.
• Programmable Logic Controller Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Provides knowledge of automation systems, programming approaches, and industrial control applications.
• Distributed Electrical Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Specializes in the efficiency and electrical integration of electrical equipment and plant in a manufacturing facility.
• Management Accounting and Methods (Elective) - 5 Credits: Covers costs applied to the value chain in industry and management techniques for controlling them.
• Computer Aided Design (Elective) - 5 Credits: Introduces engineering drawing standards and uses 3D CAD software for drawing preparation.
• Electrical Power Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Covers types, characteristics, and applications of power supply and storage systems.
• Industrial Maintenance Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Provides knowledge of modern maintenance strategies, management approaches, and control systems.
• Computer Networks (Elective) - 5 Credits: Introduces computer networks, including infrastructure, operating systems, network management, data protection, and internet technology.
• Computer Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Covers computer systems, including cloud and mobile computing, components, storage and memory systems, operating systems, and diagnostics.
• HMI and SCADA (Elective) - 5 Credits: Develops skills for designing, developing, and integrating SCADA solutions in industry.
• Instrumentation and Calibration (Elective) - 5 Credits: Covers industrial process instrumentation, calibration, and control, including concepts, engineering, and installation of control and measurement equipment.
• Renewable Energy Technology 2 – Wind Energy (Elective) - 5 Credits: Introduces the conversion of wind energy into electrical energy.
• Solar Energy Systems (Elective) - 5 Credits: Provides a detailed understanding of the operation and application of Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Systems.

Assessment:

Modules are assessed using a combination of continuous assessment and examinations. Final module exams typically take place mid-week during normal working hours.

Teaching:

The program utilizes a blend of online, blended, and classroom-based teaching methods.

Other:

• The program is delivered in a blended format, combining online and classroom-based learning.
• The program is designed to be flexible, allowing students to study at their own pace and schedule.
• The program is open to individuals with a Level 6 qualification in a cognate electrical field.
• The program is not accredited by Engineers Ireland.
• The program is subject to change.
• The program is run subject to viable numbers.

The total fee for this programme is €6,925. 5 credit modules – €625 10 credit Project – €675