Mechanical Engineering L5

Course details

The course aims to educate and train students in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on the technical requirements of industry in Ireland. The course is a preparation for direct employment in an engineering industry and for entry into third level education.

Special Features

Students studying Mechanical Engineering have access to technical workshops, fitted with a variety of specialist equipment, including lathe, milling machine, cnc, mig, tig and arc welding . Students have the opportunity to learn exact skills in addition to observing the highest standards of work place safety.

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
• Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
• Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits

Course Outline

• Engineering Workshop Processes
• Engineering Theory
• Material Science
• Mathematics
• CAD(2D)
• Communications
• Engineering Drawing
• Word Processing
• Work Experience

Career Opportunities

• Supervised work experience in an engineering industry on a weekly or block-release basis.
• Occupational fields in the Engineering Industries: Machine Operator, Maintenance Fitter, Welder, Plumber, Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker /Fabricator, Tool Die Maker, Panel Beater, Fitter, Turner ,Draughtsman.
• Progression towards the Mechanical Engineering Field.