Certificate in Maintenance Technology Fundamentals Level 6

Course details

This part-time programme in 'Maintenance Technology Fundamentals ' aims to provide participants with an understanding of mechanical and electrical plant along with various control systems including electronic and pneumatic systems including programmable controllers as they relate to industry. The programme addresses fault finding, isolation and repair techniques along with routine maintenance of the various components in production systems.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the programme, delegates should be able to demonstrate:

• A knowledge of the technology and practice relating to production processes
• The ability to fault find, isolate and repair equipment in the production industry
• The application of technical knowledge and skills to fault find and repair process equipment and systems
• The knowledge and skills relevant to the problem solving of systems and system components in a production, process and industrial environment
• The ability to identify and solve common mechanical, electrical and control malfunctions

Programme Details

• Module 1: Mechatronics 1 – Pneumatics (5 Credits)
• Module 2: Electrical Power Systems (5 Credits)
• Module 3: Mechatronics 2 and Machine Maintenance (5 Credits)
• Module 4: PLC Application (5 Credits)

Accreditation and Assessment

Assessment breakdown:

• Module 1: Coursework 40% and Assessment 60%
• Module 2: Coursework 50% and Assessment 50%
• Module 3: Coursework 100%
• Module 4: Coursework 100%

Preferred Entry Level

Leaving Certificate is desirable but not essential. Relevant work experience; skills gained through experiential learning and other qualifications, will be considered when assessing applications for the programme.