Course Title: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
Course Description
Do you love the idea of building gadgets and making them do what you want with your own software? In this course, you’ll learn how things work and how to apply your imagination to improve and invent things that we all use in our daily lives. There’s growing demand for graduates with this mix of hardware and software skills, including hardware-software integration. You’ll work on specially designed projects that bring together the various subjects in your course, with access to well-equipped labs.
This course will give you a sound theoretical knowledge across a mix of disciplines, together with strong practical skills. Subjects covered include everything from Algebra and Geometry, Digital Electronics, Electrical Science and Microprocessor Fundamentals to Computer-Aided Design, Web Technologies and Databases, Software Design and Quality, Computer Architecture and Computer Systems and Wireless and Mobile Networks.
IT Requirements:
A HIGH spec computer is recommended (i.e. able to run Win 10, Linux virtual machines, VLSI design packages etc. comfortably, should be able to use Wi-fi and camera to attend online classes, needs high RAM, larger SSD,). MS Windows 10 based laptops are recommended.
Please search for the TU Dublin offer on the HEA website www.heanet.ie/store
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Leaving Certificate Requirements
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Higher |
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5 |
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Minimum Grade in |
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Maths |
English OR Irish |
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O6/H7 |
O6/H7 |
QQI/FET Requirements
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QQI/FET Award Required |
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Any full Level 5 or 6 award
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Must include a pass in one of the following:-
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In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi
Mature Applicants
Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.
Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.
View Sample Timetable
Our graduates work in a rage of roles including:
- Mobile Systems
- Software Engineering
- Electronics Design
- Technology Innovation
- Manufacturing Sector
- Automation
- Test Engineering
This is a sample timetable for Year 1, Semester 1 which gives an indication of class contact hours. Timetables are subject to change. Up to date timetables will be provided on commencement.
Semester 1
- Algebra and Geometry [Mandatory]
- Professional Development for Engineers [Mandatory]
- Digital Electronics [Mandatory]
- Engineering Science [Mandatory]
- Circuit Theory [Mandatory]
- Workshop Practice 1 [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Microprocessor Fundamentals [Mandatory]
- Interfacing Electronics [Mandatory]
- Linear Algebra & Calculus [Mandatory]
- Programming 2 [Mandatory]
- Electronic Computer Aided Design [Mandatory]
- Computer Networks [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Please note, there is no advanced entry to this course.
Since I was a child I have always been fascinated by computers and electronics. This course turned out to be just right for me – combining elements that satisfy both my hobbies and my career.
- Justas Bartnykas, Computer Engineering