PRE APPRENTICESHIP/PRE UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (QQI Level 5)
This one year full-time programme will introduce students to the world of Engineering. It aims to provide students with a wide range of experience within the Engineering sectors, while preparing students for entry into third level education, apprenticeships or direct entry into the workplace. Students will attend our purpose built engineering training workshop for one full day weekly. Here the students will use and learn how to operate different engineering machines including a CNC Lathe, a Laser Cutter and all welding types, including a VR welding simulator. This programme will allow you to become familiar with the terminology, materials, equipment and working practices within the Engineering industry. The course content will be delivered in a practical and hands on environment where students will gain experience in Engineering Processes, Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design (2D and 3D CAD).
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- Engineering Workshop Processes
- Materials Science
- Computer Aided Draughting (2D CAD)
- Engineering Drawing
- Electronics
- Mathematics
- Team working
- Work Experience
Modules are subject to change.
Additional Certificates
- Manual Handling
- Safe Pass
Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 4, or equivalent standard of education. All applicants are subject to an interview and an online assessment.
Links to Third Level Courses
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone & Limerick | Â US711 Computer Engineering with Network Infrastructure (Level 7)Â US776Â Automation and Robotics (Level 7) US773Â Engineering (Common Entry) (Level 7) US912Â Mechanical Engineering with Energy(Level 8) US913Â Â Mechanical & Polymer Engineering (Level 8) US916Â Automation & Robotics (Level 8) US775Â Road Transport Technology and Management (Level 7) US651Â Â Agricultural Mechanisation (Level 6) |
South East Technological University (SETU) | SE702Â Architectural Technology (Level 7) SE713Â Civil Engineering (Level 8) SE714Â Â Aerospace Engineering (Level 8) SE705Â Quantity Surveying (Level 8) SE710Â Robotics & Automated Systems (Level 8) SE704Â Quantity Surveying (Level 8) SE703Â Architectural and Building Information Modelling Technology (Level 8) |
Technological University of Dublin (TU Dublin) | TU720 Â Automotive Management and Technology (Level 7) TU811Â Â Product Design (Level 8) |
Maynooth University (MU) | MH305  Product Design (Level 8) MH306  Robotics & Intelligent Devices (Level 8) |
| University Limerick (UL) | LM095Â Â Materials & Engineering Technology with concurrent Teacher Education (Level 8) |
Dublin City University (DCU) | DC015 Education in Technology Graphics & Engineering (Post-Primary). First 2 years in TUS, Athlone and final 2 years in DCU. (Level 8) |
 University of Galway | GY402 Civil Engineering (Level 8) GY405 Mechanical Engineering (Level 8) GY410 Project & Construction Management (Level 8) |
Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application or www.cao.ie
For further information, contact Elaine on 057 9349471 or email esheridan@loetb.ie.
€50 QQI Level 5 Certification Fee – Medical Card holders or those in receipt of a Social Welfare payment are exempt from this Certification Fee.
VTOS: If you are over 21 years of age, are unemployed and have been getting certain social welfare payments for at least 6 months you can apply for the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS). Successful applicants can receive a VTOS payment for the duration of the course, instead of their social welfare payment. Small meal and travel allowances may also apply.
Course Details
Code:5M2061
Award Title: QQI Level 5 – Certification in Engineering Technology
Duration: One year –Â September 2023 to May 2024..