Sustainable Construction Technology (QQI Level 5)
This one year full-time programme will introduce students to the world of Construction. The programme examines construction materials and safe methodologies, with emphasis on sustainable energy efficient dwellings and green technologies. Students will also attend our training workshop, where you will examine a range of different construction methods, calculate the quantities of material required to construct a domestic dwelling, create AutoCAD drawings and experience first-hand the application of renewable energy technologies.
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- Building Construction
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Teamworking
- Engineering Workshop Processes
- Materials Science
- Work Experience
- Computer Aided Draughting (2D CAD)
- Engineering Drawing
- Mathematics
Modules are subject to change.
Additional Certificates
- Nearly Zero Energy Build Fundamental Awareness (NZEB) Programme
- 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.
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone & Limerick | US761 Civil Engineering (Level 7) US880 Quantity Surveying (Level 8) US884 Construction Management (Level 8) US885 Construction Management (Level 8) US881 Quantity Surveying (Level 8) |
Munster Technological University (MTU), Cork | MT759 Architectural Technology (Level 7) |
Dundalk Institute of Technology | DK730 Building Surveying (Level 7) DK732 Construction Management (Level 7) DK830 Building Surveying (Level 8) |
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Galway | AU583Â Furniture Design Making & Technology (Level 7) AU683 Furniture Design, Making & Technology (Level 8) AU535 Construction Management (Level 7) AU537 Architectural Technology (Level 7) AU635Â Construction Management (Level 8) AU636Â Quantity Surveying and construction Economics (Level 8) AU638 Civil Engineering (Level 8) |
South East Technological University (SETU), Carlow & Waterford | SE717 Architectural Technology (Level 7) SE702 Architectural Technology (Level 8) SE706 Construction Management (Level 8) SE713Â Civil Engineering (Level 8) SE705Â Quantity Surveying (Level 8) SE707 Construction Management and Engineering (Level 8) SE703 Architectural Technology and Building Information Modelling Technology (Level 8) SE704 Quantity Surveying (Level 8) |
Technological University Dublin (TU), Bolton Street, Dublin | TU703 Building Engineering (Level 7) TU704 Civil Engineering (Level 7) |
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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:5M5010
Award Title: QQI Level 5 – Certification in Construction Technology
Duration: One year – September 2023 to May 2024.