Course details

Learners will build and investigate electronic circuits which are used in modern robotics applications. They will study computer programming and implement circuits in real applications. Learners will design, build and test their own embedded control systems (which includes the fabrication and construction of printed circuit boards). Learners will also study PC construction installation and maintenance and are prepared for the internationally recognised CompuTIA+ award. In the second year, learners will investigate relevant digital techniques (including radio and fibre-optic telecommunications) which underpin Cloud Computing Technology.

Entry Requirements (Year 1)

  • Leaving Certificate/LCVP
  • Leaving Certificate Applied
  • Relevant QQI (FETAC) Level 4 Award
  • Mature Applicants

Main Areas of Study (Year 1)

  • Communications
  • Computer Programming
  • Control Systems
  • Electronics-Analogue
  • Electronics-Digital
  • Mathematics
  • PCB-Design and Fabrications
  • System Maintenance
  • Work Experience

Entry Requirements (Year 2)

  • FETAC Level 5 Award Information Technology (CITXX) or FETAC Level 5 Award Electronic Technology (CELTX) or equivalent
  • Degree graduates
  • Applications are welcome from learners with relevant documented computer skills

Main Areas of Study (Year 2)

  • Advanced Analogue Electronics
  • Advanced Digital Electronics
  • Communications
  • Electrical Principles
  • Instrumentation and Robotics
  • Mathematics (optional)
  • Microprocessors
  • Networks
  • Windows Programming

Certification

  • Year 1: QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Award Electronic Technology (CELTX)
  • Year 2: QQI (FETAC) Level 6 Award Electronic Technology (CETXX)
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute

Whether you want to move directly into employment or progress to third level, We_They welcomes you to the next phase in your career development. We provide excellent training in many aspects of media and sound, health and sport, design, sustainable energy, computing and technology, and arts and humanities. If you are attracted to any of these disciplines, we welcome the opportunity to teach, instruct and inform you. The skills you learn with us will start you on the road to a successful career.

Our courses are constantly kept up to date to remain industry relevant; a bonus in these economically challenging times. Successful completion will give you a well recognised FETAC qualification for direct entry to employment or for entry to third level colleges in Ireland and the UK through the Higher Links scheme. We_They welcomes your active participation in college life while you pursue your chosen course of study. Remember, the more you put in the more you benefit, and that will look very good on your CV. You will be part of a perse and energetic student community. You will make new friends, learn new skills, face new challenges and grow in confidence.

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