Mechanical Engineering (beng) in Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland

Mechanical Engineering (beng) in Cork Institute of Technology

Course summary

This course has a strong emphasis on the practical side of mechanical engineering, exposing the student to many “hands on” modules in workshops and laboratories. Modules on the course are grouped into streams that run over the three years: Workshop Practice, Mechatronics, Mechanical Design and Computer Aided Engineering, Mechanics, Thermofluids, Materials, Management, Projects, Mathematics and Elective Options.
Graduates are prepared to progress to further study or to take up challenging and varied careers in industry.
Recent Projects have taken place in the following areas:

• Engine Development and Design
• Sports Equipment & Training Aids
• 3D Modelling
• Automation Systems
• Sustainable Engineering

Career

Mechanical Engineering is a discipline of Engineering that applies the principles of physics and materials science for analysis, design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems. It is the branch of engineering that involves the production and usage of heat and mechanical power for the design, production, and operation of machines and tools.

Employment opportunities are in the high-tech manufacturing industries at technician engineer level dealing with design, production, manufacturing, quality, estimating, planning and the operation and maintenance of high-tech automated manufacturing equipment. Other opportunities are in technical and sales support with contracting, consulting engineers, and servicing companies.

Potential Areas of Employment

• Design Technician/Engineer
• Plant Inspector/Quality Manager
• Manufacturing Technician/Engineer
• Technical Sales Engineer