Engineering - Geotechnical & Structural Engineering - Sligo
This programme provides postgraduate training for Level 8 degree qualified professional and graduate Civil Engineers who require up-skilling and higher education in the areas of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering. Project work in the modules develops both technical and teamwork skills in a multi-disciplinary approach. The modules examine key aspects of Geotechnical Engineering and Structural Engineering with a particular focus on soil - structure interaction and the use of numerical methods in Geotechnical and Structural Engineering.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 academic year, part-time, online.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements are a second-class honours (2.2) award in a professionally accredited (Engineers Ireland Chartered Engineer with further learning or equivalent) Honours degree (Level 8) in Civil or Structural Engineering
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the programme work as design and site engineers in the area of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering at a level of responsibility appropriate to the increasingly complex and technical roles currently required by industry.
Further Study
Graduates, with a pass grade in this programme may progress to the thesis module on the part-time online MEng in Geotechnical/Structural Engineering Joint Programme at ATU Sligo.
Further information
Total Fees: €3,500
Study Hours
The programme consists of two semesters, with three modules per semester. Students will have weekly live lectures of 2 hours per module. Lectures typically take place in the evening after 6pm. It is recommended that you should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to your studies.
Who should apply?
Suitable for degree-qualified professionals and graduate Civil Engineers who require up-skilling in the areas of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering. The programme is also attractive to experienced Civil Engineers who are seeking to move from a different area of expertise into the Geotechnical and Structural Engineering domains.
On-Campus Attendance
Two on campus workshop days per semester. Attendance is optional. The workshops are broadcast live and are also recorded.
Modules
Geotechnical Engineering I
Soil - Structure Interaction
Design of Building Structures
Geotechnical Engineering II
Research Methods
Design of Bridge Structures
Examination & Assessment
Taught modules have a minimum of 60% continuous assessment / project work. Five out of the six taught modules have an end of module examination worth 40%. The sixth module is 100% continuous assessment.
Course Coordinator:
Dr Pat Naughton:
admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor:
Michelle Bruen:
michelle.bruen@atu.ie