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Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of all engineering disciplines. Mechanical Engineers are employed in nearly every type of industry, including Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing, Energy, Food, Health Care, Aerospace, Automotive and many more.
Mechanical Engineers design, analyze, develop, build, test and maintain mechanical systems using the core engineering disciplines, such as, mathematics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing.
A career in Mechanical Engineering is a highly rewarding career, with many employment opportunities both in Ireland and abroad.
What's needed?
- Love of problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Creative mind
- Practical approach
- Mechanical skills
- Highly motivated
- Ability to work within a team
- Good communication skills
Mechanical engineers use their skills to…
- Design, develop, build, and test mechanical systems, including tools, engines, and machines.
- Identify problems and see how mechanical devices might solve the problem
- Redesign mechanical products using analysis and computer aided engineering (CAE)
- Develop and test prototypes components
- Oversee the manufacturing and production process for components
Career Opportunities
Mechanical Engineering graduates can either opt to further their studies by progressing to Degree programmes or start their career in industry. Graduates with a good qualification in this field will find many employment opportunities both in Ireland and abroad. Mechanical Engineers are employed in nearly every type of industry, with many graduates being employed in the design and manufacturing roles.
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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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