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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Ordinary Bachelor

Energy Engineering (Dublin Road campus)

ATU Galway / Mayo (formerly GMIT)
ATU Galway / Mayo (formerly GMIT)
Course Code
AU546
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
3 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
310
Points Change

Course Summary

GMIT offers students access to state-of-the-art, energy dedicated teaching and research laboratories. The Energy Engineering degree is accredited by Engineers Ireland at Associate Engineer level. GMIT’s Energy Engineers have the skills and knowledge that are highly sought after by multinationals, government agencies and businesses worldwide to meet the challenges of climate change and the decarbonisation of the world econom.

AU646/AU546 - Energy Engineering, ATU Galway City campus
AU646/AU546 - Energy Engineering, ATU Galway City campus

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College Link

College Link > AU546 - Energy Engineering (Dublin Road campus)

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Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

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Entry Requirements

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QQI / FET Links

This course will accept Any QQI Level 5 or 6 Major Award as an entry requirement.

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The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Career Progression

Energy Engineering deals with energy efficiency, energy product design and services, facility management, plant engineering, environmental compliance and alternative energy technologies.

Our graduates find work as: Energy Managers, Project Managers & Engineers, Engineers in the development of new energy products and services, Energy Assessors & Consultants, Energy Network Managers & Controllers, Mechanical Services Engineers, Engineers specialising in Energy Efficiency & Recovery, Energy Distribution Engineers, Energy Management Engineers, Research & Development Engineers, Lecturers & Trainers, and Directors of Start-Up Companies.

 

Further Research

College Link > AU546 - Energy Engineering (Dublin Road campus)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
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