Construction Engineering and Renewable Energy Technology
Interested in Construction and Engineering? This course has a unique blend of both subject areas which enables you to use a hands-on, practical approach to classroom learning. Learn and develop key skills in key areas like renewable energy systems such as Solar, Wind and Alternative energies which are at the forefront of the field of Engineering, Construction and Technology industries. With the opportunity to get first hand work experience with dynamic and expanding companies in the field, this could be the course for you.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Graduates can obtain careers in Construction / Engineering / Architecture / Design / Technology industries and companies. With prevalence of renewable energies learners can find employment in renewable energies systems.
Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Construction Site Management
Mechanical Engineering
Solar Panel Technician
Architecture
Civil Engineering
CNC Operators
Electrician
Machine Operator
Welder
Mechanic
Sheet Metal Worker
Fabricator
Higher Certificate Progression
There are many higher certificate options available from this course, including:
Biomass and Wind Farm Management
Energy Design
Management and Consultancy
Renewables
Facilities Management
Environmental Services
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
College Course Area Level
TU Dublin Engineering 8
UL Engineering Teaching 8
DkIT Mechanical Engineering 7
AIT Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) 7
TU Dublin Mechanical Engineering 7
Further information
QQI Exam Fee €50.00
Administration Fee €50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00
Good News Regarding Your Course Fees 2023-2024
In August 2022 Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses. This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150. This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded.
You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
CE09 - Level 5 Construction Engineering and Renewable Energy Technology
Is this course right for you?
This course in Construction Engineering and Renewable Energy Technology is designed for people who have a keen interest obtaining a career or gain qualifications in Construction/Engineering industry, with a particular emphasis on Renewable Energy Technology.
It gives opportunity for learners to develop interests in the fields of Engineering and Construction with opportunity to enhance their knowledge in both areas. With a broad range of skills obtained from this completing this course you will be able to peruse careers in whichever field they may find most interest in. With addition of the Renewable Energy Systems module learners acquire skills and competence in areas such as solar photovoltaic (PV), solar thermal and domestic wind turbine system specifications.
What will you study?
You will get a hands-on introduction to the broad range of the skills required to work in the construction, Engineering and Sustainable Energy industries where skills which involves applying the principles of energy conversion and use with practical skills in Engineering/Construction principles and processes. You’ll learn about the design and operation of wind turbines, solar energy panels and other equipment associated with alternative energy along with construction principles of home and building regulations.
Areas of study to include:
Renewable Energy Systems
Building Construction
Engineering Workshop Processes
Computer Aided Draughting (2D)
Control Systems??
Auto Electricity?
Electronics??
Engineering Drawing?
Mathematics??
Safety and Health at Work?
Work Experience
Communications
5M2061 - Engineering Technology
Qualifications Obtained
5M2061 QQI Level 5 Engineering Technology
For more information on this course, please contact the college office.
Email: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie