Engineering - Pre-University
Engineering is a highly diversified and exciting profession with a wide range of specialisms from mechanical, civil, electrical, computer, building, biomedical, structural, modern technologies, aircraft to mention a few.
| 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
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification
All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Students who graduate form this course are well prepared and have an understanding at a foundation level in engineering are and can pursue further study at degree level. QQI graduates are eligible to apply for degrees to Universities and Technological Universities for Level 7- and 8-degree places throughout the country such as TUD, Trinity College, DCU, UCC, DKIT, MTU, ATU, TUS to mention a few.
Students are well placed to gain apprenticeships
in the many different engineering sectors through Generation Apprenticeship Ireland on such programmes as Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Services Management and Equipment Systems Engineering.
Additionally, QQI level 5 award holders can apply for many non-related degree areas in Technological Universities and on some university degrees throughout the country.
Examples of Higher Education Progression:
TUD Blanchardstown: TU804 General Engineering (Level 7and8, 3and4 Years)
TUD Bolton St: TU805 General Engineering (Level 7 and 8, 3 and 4 Years)
TUD Tallaght: TU828 Mechanical Engineering (Level 7and8, 3and4 Years)
DCU: DC197 Biomedical Engineering (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Waterford: SE714 Aerospace Engineering (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUS Limerick: US761Civil Engineering (Level 7 and 8, 3and4 Years)
DKIT: DK845 Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Level 8, 4 Years)
Maynooth University: MH60/ MH602 Computer Science and Software Engineering (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUD Bolton St: TU805 Building Engineering (Level 7and8, 3 and4 Years)
DCU: DC193 Mechatronic Engineering
TUS Limerick: US901 Renewable and Electrical Engineering (Level 7and8, 3and4 Years)
MTU: MT837 Sustainable Energy Engineering (Level 8, 4 Years)
Further information
MATURE STUDENTS SUPPORT
The college welcomes adults over 23 who wish to return to education and who wish to retrain in new skills and technologies. Our mature learners enjoy the following supports in addition to the overall supports provided to all students:
• Mature student meet and greet before the college year begins.
• A dedicated mature student room where mature students can meet and work with fellow mature students.
• Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the Mature Student room daily.
• A mature student officer available for guidance and support.
• Academic support tailored to ensuring the smooth transition to DCFE.
• Coffee Mornings in the mature student room.
• Guest speakers from past mature learners.
• Career guidance talks tailored to mature links.
• A dedicated induction process for mature entry.
• Workshops in exam study, time management, presentation skills, IT skills, referring and research techniques, etc.
• Basic computer skills workshops.
• Organised social events for mature learners.
• We look forward to welcoming our future mature learners to Dunboyne College.
For all courses in 2024/25, course fees are now a non-refundable €30 administration fee. The course fee must be paid to secure your place, you can pay this fee through our website. More information can be found here.
You can access your application details via the Dunboyne College website (click Login/Pay Fees in the menu at the top of the page) using your ID number and password.
No cash will be accepted at the office. Payments can be made online or by cheque (payable to Dunboyne College of Further Education), by bank draft or by postal order only.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Application Procedure
1. Applications can be made online at www.dunboynecollege.ie. from November 2023 to September 2024.
2. After registering online, students will receive a text and email to notify them they have pre-registered and can log in to view and track their application.
Applications now open
Apply online www.dunboynecollege.ie
Once we receive your application we will email you requesting:
Photograph Reference Interviews
Recent academic results Personal Statement
Interview
All applicants will be interviewed. Some additional requirements may apply depending on your course choice.
When you receive an offer please confirm it by the deadline.
3. Applicants will be notifi ed by text and email of a request to upload further information for their application:
(i). Copy of most recent school report or examination results
(ii). Reference from teacher, employer or coach.
(iii). 100-word personal statement on
“Why this course is right for me,” which should outline reasons for choosing the course.
(iv) Photograph
4. Interviews will take place for all courses.
5. Successful applicants will then be able to complete the registration process.
6. Late applicants can apply online for vacant places at any time until the end of September 2024.
7. A grant can be applied for from www.susi.ie.
8. A separate process for applicants to the Early Learning and Care courses (formerly Childcare courses) applies. Other courses may have additional entry requirements including auditions etc, please refer to the entry requirements for the courses of your choice.
9. Applicants for the Apprenticeships in Hairdressing and Accounting Technician should note that there is a difference system for applying. Please refer to the information listed for these apprenticeships.
10. Applications will be processed in line with DCFE Admission Policy.
Everything around us has been designed and mostly
by Engineers. They are problem solvers and creative investigative people. From life-saving biomedical technology to energy-efficient housing and sustainable energy, engineers are developing innovative solutions for the benefit of society.
Many areas that future engineers will work in have not yet been created, which results in a very exciting sector for an individual to study and work. For those who wish to engage on a career in engineering, this course aims to prepare the student with an understanding of the field of engineering and will prepare students for entry into third level, through a range of practical and theoretical subjects
Course Content:
The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:
Engineering Workshop Processes
Engineering Theory Workshop
Computer Aided Draughting
Engineering Drawing
Electronics
Communications
Work Experience
Materials Science
Safety and Health at Work
Maths for STEM
Physics
Assessment
Most courses will be assessed through continuous assessment. This means that modules are assessed with a combination of exams and assignments. Assignments can take various forms, including written projects, reports, essays, skills demonstrations, oral presentations or electronic work. Results for exams and assignments are combined to give the overall result for the module.
5M2061 - Engineering Technology
Certification
Level 5 Engineering Technology 5M2061
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
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