Distributed Control Systems & Industrial Networks
The course has been designed in collaboration with advanced manufacturing and instrumentation companies in the region to offer an award in Distributed Control Systems to meet skills shortages experienced by industry, specifically training in the use of DCS platforms such as DeltaV.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Minor | Munster Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
Duration & Delivery
This minor award (20 ECTS credits) programme is delivered over 1 academic years, with two semesters per year. Delivery is over two evenings per week, 7pm to 10pm. The programme is delivered in a part-time ACCS (Accumulation of Credits & Certificate of Subjects) mode. Mode of Study Part time blended learning (online theory and on-campus practical work). Online learning is via MTU’s Learning Management System called Canvas. More details can be found here. The programme is strongly lab and practical skills focussed with approximately 60% of learning taking place within the lab environment at MTU’s Bishopstown campus by the Department of Physical Sciences. Further details of the specialist facilities used in the delivery of this programme can be found at https://physicalsciences.cit.ie/facilities.
Entry Requirements
Open to graduates and experienced personnel with a Level 8 qualification in science, life science, business, engineering, or related disciplines. Applicants with a Level 7 in a Science/Engineering discipline AND extensive relevant industrial experience or training may be considered via the University’s recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy and process.
Further information
APPLICATION DEADLINE 11th September 2023
€500 per module
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €500 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee. Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.
The Certificate in DCS & Industrial Networks is a 20 credit, part-time programme run over 1 academic year (2 semesters). The course is industry focused to address scientific skills gaps within the Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, Food, Beverage, Water & MedTech sectors.
The course has been designed in collaboration with advanced manufacturing and instrumentation companies in the region to offer an award in Distributed Control Systems to meet skills shortages experienced by industry, specifically training in the use of DCS platforms such as DeltaV.
The award is targeted towards graduates seeking role in process engineering, Instrumentation, Automation.
The award comprises of four modules:
Distributed Control Systems
Networking & Computer Security
Advanced Industrial Automation
Advanced Control for Automation
Award
Certificate in Distributed Control Systems and Industrial Networks (minor award, 20 credits, level 8).
Validating Body & Accreditation
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
This degree is currently undergoing accreditation review by the Institute of Measurement and Control https://www.instmc. org/
Mr James Barratt
TEL: +353 21 433 5870
Email: james.barrett@mtu.ie