Bagrsc Engineering Technology in University College Dublin, Ireland

Bagrsc Engineering Technology in University College Dublin

Engineering Technology covers broad areas of bioenergy, mechanisation, environmental technology and processing technology for agri-food and related industries. This degree will give you a global perspective and understanding of:
 

• How engineering science helps to develop these technologies
• How to produce, harvest, process, preserve and distribute biological products (plant and animal) in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way
  For more information regarding this course, please click School of Biosystems and Food Engineering

The degree is based on a core of scientific modules including Principles of Engineering, Computer and Manufacturing Technology, Crop/Animal Husbandry and Food Science. Progressive specialisation introduces an exciting range of subjects.

Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practicals, as well as undertaking independent study.

A combination of continuous assessment and end-of-semester written examinations is used. Certain modules also require project work.

Graduates will find rewarding and challenging employment in agri-food-related industries, including:

• Green energy
• Environmental protection
• Food processing
• Consulting
• Equipment manufacturing
  
  Typical roles include technical engineers and managers in:
   
• Production
• Energy utilisation
• Food processing
• Environmental protection
• Information technology
• Manufacturing
• Process/product design
  
  There are also excellent graduate study opportunities.