Key information for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

Code: SE725 | Level: 7 | Duration: 3 years | Delivery: Fulltime | Credits: 180

Location for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

Location: Waterford | Campus: Cork Road

Application Information for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

Next Intake: Rolling Intake | Application Status: Open | Fee Information Link: /current-students/fees-and-grants/fees/undergraduate-fees

Study Options for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

Study abroad options: Available (View details at https://www.setu.ie/global/global-mobility)

International Applicants information for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

International Application Status: Open | Application Information Link: https://www.setu.ie/global/study-at-setu/applying-to-setu | International Fees Link: https://www.setu.ie/current-students/fees-and-grants/fees/global-fees

What modules are taught in BEng in Manufacturing Engineering?

Year 1: Sem 1: Electrical Technology | Sem 2: Production Technology 1, Sem 1: Engineering Professionalism & Technology | Sem 2: Engineering Drawing / CAD, Sem 1: Engineering Science | Sem 2: Mechanical Science, Sem 1: Mechanical & Manufacturing Technology | Sem 2: Machine Systems, Sem 1: Mechanical Workshop | Sem 2: Introductory Calculus, Sem 1: Fundamental Engineering Maths | Sem 2: Materials Technology 1 | Year 2: Sem 3: Mathematical Methods | Sem 4: Calculus, Sem 3: Engineering Drawing / Design | Sem 4: Applied Engineering, Sem 3: Applied Computing | Sem 4: Engineering Design Analysis, Sem 3: Materials Technology 2 | Sem 4: Production Technology 2, Sem 3: Electrical & Control | Sem 4: Fluid Power Automation, Sem 3: Industry Studies | Sem 4: Thermodynamics | Year 3: Sem 5: Engineering Design Process | Sem 6: Engineering Design Operations, Sem 5: Process Control | Sem 6: Mechatronics 2, Sem 5: Mechatronics 1 | Sem 6: Manufacturing Technology, Sem 5: Operations Management | Sem 6: Robotics & Materials Handling, Sem 5: Differential Equations | Sem 6: Dynamics & Control, Sem 5: Project 1 | Sem 6: Project 2

SE725 Waterford

Bachelor of Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering is a three-year, Level 7 degree program designed to train engineers in the end-to-end process of large-scale product manufacturing. Students gain expertise in designing efficient processes, automated systems, and specialized tools required to produce high-quality products. The program emphasizes operational efficiency, advanced automation, risk management, and sustainable, eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

Core Areas of Study

Graduates develop comprehensive technical and management skills across key disciplines:

Mechatronics & Robotics: Integrating mechanical, electrical, and automated systems for modern production lines.
Production & Power Systems: Designing and managing plant infrastructure and energy systems.
Engineering Design & Manufacturing Technology: Developing tools, machine components, and manufacturing processes.
Operations & Quality Management: Implementing quality controls, optimizing workflows, and applying industry methodologies like Six Sigma.

Hands-On Capstone Project

A defining feature of the program is the collaborative, real-world engineering project:

Client-Focused Problem Solving: Working in pairs, students partner with a real client to solve an authentic industry or community challenge.
End-to-End Execution: Teams design, build, and test a fully functional solution to meet specific client objectives established early in the project.
Collaborative Support: Student pairs work under the guidance of a dedicated supervisor and supportive project team.
Real-World Impact: Past project examples include optimizing machinery and reducing energy consumption for local companies, implementing Six Sigma processes, and designing adaptive equipment (such as specialized drinking systems) for individuals with special needs.

Year 1

Semester 1	Semester 2
Electrical Technology	Production Technology 1
Engineering Professionalism & Technology	Engineering Drawing / CAD
Engineering Science	Mechanical Science
Mechanical & Manufacturing Technology	Machine Systems
Mechanical Workshop	Introductory Calculus
Fundamental Engineering Maths	Materials Technology 1

Year 2

Semester 3	Semester 4
Mathematical Methods	Calculus
Engineering Drawing / Design	Applied Engineering
Applied Computing	Engineering Design Analysis
Materials Technology 2	Production Technology 2
Electrical & Control	Fluid Power Automation
Industry Studies	Thermodynamics

Year 3

Semester 5	Semester 6
Engineering Design Process	Engineering Design Operations
Process Control	Mechatronics 2
Mechatronics 1	Manufacturing Technology
Operations Management	Robotics & Materials Handling
Differential Equations	Dynamics & Control
Project 1	Project 2

Leaving Cert: Minimum entry requirements for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

5 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O6/H7

Advanced and Equivalent Entry for BEng in Manufacturing Engineering:

Students who complete this level 7-degree programme can choose either to graduate after three years or progress on to a related level 8 degree.

Completion of a level 8 programme will also enable students to undertake taught Masters programmes or Masters degrees by research at SETU Waterford or other third-level colleges.

Career Opportunities for gradautes of the BEng in Manufacturing Engineering

There is an unprecedented demand for Manufacturing Engineering Graduates locally, nationally and internationally in the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries, precision engineering and manufacturing companies as well as in design and automation specialists.