Code
SE723
Location
Waterford
Campus
Cork Road
- Level Level 7
- Duration 3 years
- CAO Points 146
- Credits 180
- Study Abroad View details
- Fees View details
What is Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the design and manufacture of machinery and tools. Mechanical engineers use applied maths and science to design a wide range of machines, from domestic household appliances to sophisticated machines such as aircraft and automobiles.
What is the Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering course?
The Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is a three year full-time course. Course graduates are trained in many engineering disciplines including Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, CAD, Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Automotive Technology.
Industrial Visits
To reflect the practical nature of mechanical engineering, the course contains a number of laboratory classes. These include Workshop, Automation, Materials, Science and Automotive laboratories. In addition industrial visits and field trips are used to enhance the learning experience.
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 System |
| Mechanical Workshop | Introductory Calculus |
| Fundamental Engineering Maths | Materials Technology 1 |
Year 2
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Mathematical Methods | Calculus |
| Engineering Drawing / Design | Electronics & Control |
| Applied Computing | Power Systems |
| Materials Technology 2 | Production Technology 2 |
| Production Plant | Engineering Design Analysis |
| Workshop 2 | Project |
Year 3
| Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
|---|---|
| Engineering Design Process | Engineering Design Operations |
| Fluid & Thermodynamics | Mechatronics 2 |
| Mechatronics 1 | Static & Dynamic Systems |
| Mechanics of Materials & FEA | Robotics & Control |
| Differential Equations | Dynamics & Control |
| Project 1 | Project 2 |
Leaving Cert: Minimum entry requirements for BEng in Mechanical Engineering:
5 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O6/H7
Advanced and Equivalent Entry for BEng in Mechanical 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.
Graduates of BEng in Mechanical Engineering have found employment in such areas as:
- Plant operation and maintenance
- CAD / Drawing Office
- CNC Programmer
- Manufacturing Engineering Support
- Assistant Design Engineer
- Technical Sales Person
Follow on Study for BEng in Mechanical Engineering graduates:
SE736 - BSc (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering – one year add-on course
SE712 - BEng (Hons) in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
Graduates of BEng in Mechanical Engineering have found employment in such areas as:
- Plant operation and maintenance
- CAD / Drawing Office
- CNC Programmer
- Manufacturing Engineering Support
- Assistant Design Engineer
- Technical Sales Person
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.
