Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical Engineering (Programme Code: DT073)
Description
This part-time programme, with a flexible modular structure is suitable for applicants who currently hold a DIT or NCEA level 7 degree or equivalent in a cognate discipline. The programme is designed to educate students to an honours level (Level 8) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
In addition to the electrical/electronic engineering core modules students have the opportunity to select a Major option from each group of the following engineering disciplines:
- Major Option Engineering Disciplines – Group A
- Electrical Power Systems Engineering
- Control Systems Engineering
- Electrical Services Engineering
- Major Option Engineering Disciplines – Group B
- Communications Engineering
- Computer Engineering
(Each Major option comprises three modules)
Content
A typical pattern of study is as follows:
| Year | Modules |
| 1 | Mathematics, Business and Management Studies, Digital Signal Processing 1, Instrumentation and Measurements, Field and Circuit Theory |
| 2 | Mathematics, Management Marketing and Law, Project Management, Digital Signal Processing 2, Major Option module 1 (Group A ), Major Option module 1 (Group B) |
| 3 | Major Option module 2 (Group A ), Major Option module 2 (Group B), Major Option module 3 (Group A ), Major Option module 3 (Group B) |
| 4 | Energy Resources and Thermodynamics, Engineering Project |
Work Placement
There is a requirement for all students to complete a six month engineering work placement. It is anticipated that part-time students will be already employed in the electrical/electronic industry and hence with their industry experience they will be able to demonstrate that they have already satisfied the learning outcomes of the Work Placement module.
Entry Requirements
Applicants for this programme must have successfully completed:
(a) The first two years of an honours degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, OR,
(b) A relevant DIT or NCEA level 7 degree programme in a cognate discipline at Upper Merit or Distinction level, OR,
(c) A qualification which the Institute deems to be equivalent to either (a) or (b) above.
Duration
The minimum time to complete the lecture and laboratory programme is three to four years. Attendance is required one afternoon and three evenings per week. Single module certification is possible for those completing a single course.
How to Apply/Enrol
Completed application forms should be returned to the Department of Control Engineering (address below) by Thursday, 8th September 2011. Early application is encouraged. As the number of places is limited, candidates may be short-listed on the basis of information supplied on the application form. Late applications may be considered should vacancies remain. Candidates will be notified of the outcome or of any short listing procedures.
Programme Fee (2010/11) *
| Euro (per module) | Module Title | Module Code | ECTS Credits |
| 300 |
Business & Management Studies Computer Architecture 2 Digital Signal Processing 1 Field & Circuit Theory Instrumentation & Measurements Mathematics 4 Project Management |
BUS3601 COMP2602 DSPR3601 FLCT3601 INST3601 MATH3601 PRMN3602 |
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 |
| 420 |
Management, Marketing & Law Digital Communications 1 Digital Communications 2 Wireless Communications Microwaves & RF Communications Networks 2 Computer Architecture 2 Operating Systems Network Centric Computing Real Time & Embedded Systems Control Eng. Major 1 Energy Resources & Eng. Thermo Electrical Services Engineering Mathematics 5 Electrical Machines & Power EI |
BUS4601 COMM2603 COMM3602 COMM4602 COMM4604 COMM4605 COMP2602 COMP3602 COMP4600 COMP4602 CONT3601 ENER4601 ESER3601 MATH4601 POWS3601 |
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 |
| 900 | Project | PROJ4602 | 15 |
|
1,200 |
Work Placement |
WKPL3602 |
20 |
Capitation Fee (2010/11) *
135 Euro.
* Please note, 2011/12 fees to be announced late August.
Examinations
Examinations are held at the end of each Semester (January and May) with supplemental examinations in the autumn.
Award
Bachelor of Engineering, with honours classification, of Dublin Institute of Technology. This programme has been accredited by Engineers Ireland as satisfying the academic requirements for corporate membership of the Institution.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this programme can lead to a wide range of career paths as a professional engineer in one of the many branches of the electrical, electronic or computer engineering industries. Companies employ engineers in many roles such as design, development, production and management, and the present buoyancy in the industry has resulted in many interesting and rewarding opportunities.
Further Information is available from
School Administrator
Tel: 01 402 4650
Email: mary.curley@dit.ie
Head of Department of Control Engineering
Tel: 01 402 2838
Email: michael.conlon@dit.ie
Location
Department of Control Engineering
DIT Kevin Street
Dublin 8
