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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Ordinary Bachelor

Automation and Robotics

TUS Midlands (formerly AIT)
TUS Midlands (formerly AIT)
Course Code
US776
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
3 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
215
Points Change

Course Summary

Automation & Robotics is combination of the two most utilised technologies in todays manufacturing environments. Exploring the control of production equipment and the operation of cutting edge robotics. Engineers with these skills are now in high demand in the manufacturing sector, with many large companies struggling to fill all of their required positions due to a shortage of skilled graduates.

College Link

College Link > US776 - Automation and Robotics

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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

Your specialised knowledge of Automation & Robotics can lead to direct employment in the manufacturing industry or further advancement of your education to an honours degree at TUS or other institutions.

Graduates have found employment in the manufacturing sector generally, across a broad range of industries, such as the medical device, electronics, agricultural and pharmaceutical sectors. Typical jobs include process/machine maintenance, process development, fault-finding, robot programmer, automation integrator as well as working in multi-disciplinary teams in a modern manufacturing environment.

One year of further study at TUS can lead to an honours degree in Automation & Robotics, which will allow employment as a graduate engineer.

Further Research

College Link > US776 - Automation and Robotics

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
Qualifax Course Page

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