Course Title: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronic Engineering
Course Description
Mechatronic engineering combines mechanical engineering, electronic and computer engineering and software design to create intelligent machines, such as ‘intelligent’ robots and safer cars.
Are you curious, imaginative, active and inventive? Do you like problem-solving? The mix in this course of electronic, electrical, computer, robotics and mechanical will offer you lots of opportunities to thrive. Graduates can pursue careers in many fields, from pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and heavy industry to electronics and automation. You’ll study a wide range of subjects, from Algebra and Geometry, Engineering and Electrical Science, Mechanics and Computer-Aided Design to Instrumentation, Design Methodology, Automation and Computer Networks.
In Year 4, you’ll study advanced subjects such as Control Systems, Software Engineering and Industrial Robotics, and complete a Design Project.
You’ll spend 50% of the course time doing hands-on practical assignments, tutorials and project work in well-resourced, state-of-the-art laboratories and workshops.
Work Placement
You’ll have the opportunity to gain work experience through an industry placement at the end of Year 3, lasting 8-10 weeks.
IT Requirements
A HIGH spec is recommended (i.e. able to run Win 10, design packages such as Solid Works etc. should be able to run comfortably i.e. needs high RAM, larger SSD, Graphics acceleration, etc.). A Windows machine is required. Apple Macs are not recommended due to software package installation requirements.
Please search for the TU Dublin offer on the HEA website www.heanet.ie/store
Leaving Certificate Requirements
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Subjects |
Higher |
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6 |
2 H5's |
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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 |
DISTINCTION(S) REQUIRED: Must also include a Pass in 1 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. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6.0 overall (or equivalent).
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:
- Pharmaceuticals
- Automation
- Electronics
- Food Processing
- Manufacturing
Semester 1
- Algebra & Geometry [Mandatory]
- Professional Development for Engineers [Mandatory]
- Digital Electronics [Mandatory]
- Engineering Science [Mandatory]
- Circuit Theory [Mandatory]
- Workshop Practice 1 [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Workshop Practice 2 [Mandatory]
- Linear Algebra and Calculus [Mandatory]
- Fluid Power Systems [Mandatory]
- Computer Aided Design [Mandatory]
- Mechanics 1 [Mandatory]
- Interfacing and Data Acquisition [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Signals and Transforms [Mandatory]
- Automation 1 [Mandatory]
- Design Methodology & Tools [Mandatory]
- Electrical Power and Machines [Mandatory]
- Mechanics 2 [Mandatory]
- Project [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Differential Equations and Numerical Methods [Mandatory]
- Control Systems [Mandatory]
- Software Engineering [Mandatory]
- Embedded Systems [Mandatory]
- Design Project Part 1 [Mandatory]
Semester 2
On graduation you may continue to postgraduate study at TU Dublin or elsewhere.