Industrial Automation (Advanced)
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Course Code
CR_SINAU_8
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Field of Study
Applied Physics and Instrumentation
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Type of Course:
Certificate
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Type of Qualification:
Certificate
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Type of Study:
Part time
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Application Closing Date:
30th September 2021
Admission Requirements:
Ordinary degree or equivalent in Science/Technology/Engineering.
Equivalent recognition may be given through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process on an individual case-by-case basis to candidates who have not achieved this academic standard but who can demonstrate significant relevant professional experience. Visit www.cit.ie/rpl for more details.
Course summary
The aim of this programme is to provide students with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to become specialists in the application of state-of-the-art automation techniques across a range of industries. This is a specialised hands-on course that deals with essential topics for today’s automation engineers.The module content has a heavy emphasis on practical programming of a range of automated processes using a range of software tools such as DeltaV and SCADA.
Department(s)
Physical Sciences
Timing Details
Two evenings a week (3 hours per evening) for two semesters (13 weeks per semester).
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All part-time programmes at MTU, Bishopstown Campus, Cork will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Where a programme cannot proceed, applicants will be contacted and advised on alternative study options.
Students should note that Fees quoted relate to the academic year 2021-2022 only and are subject to change on an annual basis. Except where stated, course fees cover the cost of tuition only.
For more information on Fees, please visit fees/students |
Course Fee: €1,650.
However, students may pay per module. Please contact the Department Secretary, Nicola Byron by email nicola.byron@cit.ie
Duration & Delivery
The course delivery will be two evenings per week, along with a significant individual project in advanced industrial automation.
Award
Certificate in Advanced Industrial Automation - Special purpose award. (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualification).
MTU Cork has developed a website which gives full details of all modules for all courses. The website also has information on recommended textbooks, average weekly workload, assessments, and exams.
Level 8 Certificate in Advanced Industrial Automation detailed module information here
The course modules are
- Introduction to Industrial Automation
- Industrial Automation & SCADA
- Advanced Industrial Automation
- Introduction to Process Control
- Advanced Industrial Automation Project (10 credit module)
- Early registration is advisable as numbers of places on courses are limited.
- Online application is open for course commencing September 2021.
- Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €250 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you and you wish to accept it.
James Barrett
james.barrett@cit.ie
Nicola Byron, Secretary, Department of Physical Sciences.
nicola.byron@cit.ie
