Course details
Modern electronic engineering systems are often referred to as embedded systems and these systems are the main focus of Electronic Engineering in IT Sligo. Embedded systems combine hardware (electronic circuits), software (computer programs) together into products such as mobile phones, MP3 Players, computer network routers, aircraft guidance systems and automobile engine management systems.
This L8 certificate programme will explore a number of these and other relevant areas.
The course is offered in a fully-online manner utilising IT Sligo’s online delivery technologies which will minimise the amount of student time required to travel and attend at either IT Sligo or NIBRT.
Entry Requirements
Merit grade at Level 7 (Ordinary Degree) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline. Applicants with other qualifications and / or with relevant industrial experience will also be considered through IT, Sligo’s RPL process.
Career Opportunities
After you Graduate
Career opportunities exist in software engineering, hardware design engineering and research and development.
What are my further study opportunities?
Upon successful completion of this programme students can progress onto the L8 BEng (Honours) in Electronic Engineering (60 credits).
What subjects will I study?
Semester 1
Advanced Embedded System
Programmable Logic Technology
Mathematics 4
Semester 2
Operations Management
Advanced Embedded Programming
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About Institute of Technology Sligo
IT Sligo is one of Ireland’s most successful third level educational institutions. A regional leader in education, innovation and economic and social development, they provide ctheirses with the real-world skills that students need to thrive in the modern workplace. IT Sligo is known for:
- Delivering flexible, practical programmes within the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), from higher certificate and degree level courses to taught masters and PhD level, in the classroom and online, with professional accreditation for certain awards.
- Small class sizes, with a low student to staff ratio, meaning students have a better working relationship with their lecturers.
- Partnering with businesses, the community and creative industries across core disciplines of Business and Social Sciences, Engineering and Design and Science to provide students work placements and internships.
- An excellent track record in innovation and research, providing a focal point for local business innovation and development through our Innovation Centre.
Reaching out to business, the community and abroad
- Working with their partners in industry, IT Sligo delivers a broad spectrum of tailored programmes approved by external bodies such as Engineers Ireland, Coca-Cola, Irish Prison Service, the CISCO Academy and the Irish Medicines Board.
- their annual Science theyek activities attract over 3,000 visitors to take part in practical scientific experiments.
- IT Sligo is an accredited member of the European Credit Transfer Scheme for Higher Education Awards and received the Extended European Erasmus University Charter in 2007.
A unique kind of campus
- Centrally located 72-acre campus in Sligo town, with good public transport links.
- Benefiting from a €35 million capital investment, including new Technology and Science buildings, a new student services building and a state-of-the-art library set on three floors.
- Sports Facilities include the multipurpose Knocknarea Arena, an international standard outdoor athletics track, floodlit soccer and Gaelic pitches and leisure and gym facilities.
- Plentiful and affordable student accommodation within walking distance of the campus: there are 2,100 bed spaces provided within Sligo City exclusively for students.
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