Engineering - Mechatronic Systems - Work Based Learning - Sligo
Mechatronics is the combination of mechanics, electronics, robotics and computing that is used in modern engineering industries.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
3 years part-time, online.
Study Hours
Students spend three days a week in the workplace and two days studying online.
On-Campus Attendance
Students may be required to attend the Sligo Campus for up to four days per year.
Entry Requirements
Please note that for entry onto this programme students must be offered a traineeship position with a suitable employer. For full details on the Entry Requirements for this programme please see the course webpage.
Further information
Total Fees €9,000
It involves the study of automation from an engineering perspective and serves the purpose of controlling advanced hybrid systems in business and industry. In this work-based version of our campus degree, students spend three days per week in the workplace and two days per week studying online.
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for those looking to gain the integrated skills necessary to be applied to a variety of jobs, enabling students to have a very promising career in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, electronics, food processing and manufacturing sectors.
Modules
Introduction to Engineering Mathematics
Computer Aided Design and Modelling
Intermediate Engineering Mechanics
Metrology and Calibration
Mechatronics Systems Engineering Work Placement 2
Programming Fundamentals
Introduction to Engineering Mechanics
Quality and Production Techniques 1
Mechatronics Systems Engineering Work Placement 1
Plastics Materials Processing and Testing
For the full list of modules, refer to the programme web page
Course Coordinator: Theresa Dempsey: admissions.sligo@atu.ie