Engineering Technology
The aim of this course is to give students a wide range of experience within the engineering sectors and to prepare students for entry into third level education, apprenticeships, and the world of work.
| 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
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Leaving certificate, (or equivalent), or over 18.
- No requirements for over 23’s.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Mechanical Engineering
Electrician/Electrical Engineer
Civil Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Marine Engineering
Electronic Technician
Fitter Apprenticeship
Computer Aided Design/ Product Design
Welding and Fabrication Apprenticeship
Career Progression
Students who participate in this course are eligible to apply for apprenticeships or go directly into the workforce. Those students who successfully complete the course can gain entry to third level education by an alternative route known as the higher education links scheme, whereby the students can gain entry to specific courses in the institute of technology, using their QQI examination results instead of their leaving certificate results.
Higher Education Progression
Engineering link programmes with Waterford Institute of Technology:
Candidates must present having completed the full designated QQI award including a Mathematics module to be eligible for the following engineering link programmes with Waterford institute of technology:
WD010 higher certificate in engineering in electronic engineering Year 1
WD011 higher certificate in engineering in mechanical engineering Year 1
WD040 higher certificate in engineering in building services Year 1
WD085 BEng (h) mechanical manufacturing engineering Year 1
WD171 BEng (h) sustainable energy engineering Year 1
WD182 BEng in electrical engineering Year 1
Construction management & engineering level 8
WD139 BEng in civil engineering level 7
NOTE: A number of former students have been accepted onto courses in Carlow IT on the basis of their results in the Engineering Technology QQI Level 5 course.
Further information
Commencement September 2023
Course Fees
- €430
• Materials Fees (€300)
• QQI Exam Fees (€50)
• Locker Rental (€50 – refundable)
• PPE (€30 – can be retained after the course)
Fees/Charges
Courses at Enniscorthy Community College of Further Education are funded largely by the European Social Fund. Tuition costs are covered for Irish and EU citizens undertaking PLC courses. However, all learners are required to pay the following:
1. There is a materials fee for each course and this varies but the exact cost is in the individual course details. The cost of each course is clearly outlined on the website for each course.
2. A QQI Exam fee of €50. All learners who are holders of a medical card, on VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) or BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) are exempt from paying this charge. The costs for sitting the ATI exams are considerably higher and cost €300 in Year 1.
3. The government levy no longer applies.
4. There is an additional cost for additional exams in courses like Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing/Barbering. It is important for all learners to note that all fees must be paid prior to sitting exams at the end of the academic year.
It is important for all learners to note that all fees must be paid prior to sitting exams at the end of the academic year.
Full information on these schemes is available from www.welfare.ie and www.studentfinance.ie, www.susi.ie
Learners can complete the application form on-line or complete and return a hard copy of the application form.
Payment of fees and additional charges to be completed by the end of October.
Closing Date for receipt of applications is the 31st August each year. Applications received after this date will only be processed subject to places being available on your chosen course and is dependent on amount of coursework covered.
This course is aimed at student who have completed the leaving certificate, leaving certificate applied, leaving certificate vocational programme and mature students with an interest in engineering with suitable candidates being selected by interview, in September.
Programme of Study:
Engineering Workshop Processes 5N1608
Electronics 5N1605
Engineering Drawing 5N1607
Mathematics 5N1833
Engineering Workshop Theory 5N2136
Mechanics 5N1638
Computer Aided Draughting 5N1604
Work Experience 5N1356
Communications 5N0690
Introduction to Pneumatic Systems
Computer Numerically Controlled Machining
Introduction to Welding Processes
Work Placement
Students will spend two weeks working in industry. They will gain invaluable first-hand experience in an industrial environment. Work experience will also provide them with more clearly defined career path and options.
5M2061 - Engineering Technology.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Engineering Technology 5M2061.
Course Director
Dermot Marley
Further Enquiries:
Tel: 053 923 6969
Email: eccfe@wwetb.ie
www.enniscorthyccfe.ie/