Higher Certificate In Science Construction Technology

Course details

What is this course about?

Construction plays an important role in developed economies as we all need buildings and associated infrastructure in which to live, work, learn and play. After a devastating recession, the Irish construction industry is now recovering strongly and there is an increasing shortage of people with the required skills and training, leading to excellent opportunities for graduates from this programme. This programme provides students with scientific knowledge and understanding of buildings; their construction, services, maintenance and economics. Skills learned will include surveying and setting out, interpretation and preparation of drawings and other documentation, Building Information Modelling (BIM), along with estimating the extent and cost of building work.

What will I be able to do when I finish the course?

Graduates can expect employment at a technician/supervisory level within contracting, manufacturing, consulting, commercial and public sector organisations both in Ireland and internationally. Graduates will be able to assist with the managerial and technical aspects of the construction and design processes.

What follow-on study opportunities are available?

Graduates of this programme may progress to Year 3 of the Bachelor of Science in Construction in Building and Services Management (CW417) in IT Carlow.

What subjects will I study?

Year 1

Mandatory Subjects

• Applied Mathematics
• Materials & Structural Appreciation
• Construction Technology 1
• Building Services 1
• Construction Drawing , CAD & Information
• Technology
• Management & Measurement
• Surveying

Year 2

Mandatory Subjects

• Construction Detailing, CAD & IT
• Management and Law
• Mathematics 2
• Building Services 2
• Surveying
• Quantity Surveying and Estimating
• Construction Technology 2

What are the minimum entry requirements?

Leaving Certificate: 5 subjects at Ordinary Level Grade D3 or better.

Subjects required: English or Irish at Ordinary Level Grade D3 or better and Mathematics at Ordinary Level Grade D3 or better.