Civil Engineering

Higher Diploma in Engineering

Course Details

Course Code	GA_ECIVG_L08
Level	8
Duration	1 year
Credits	60
Method of Delivery	Blended
Campus Locations	Galway City – Dublin Road
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

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Course Overview

The registered professional title of Chartered Engineer (CEng) is becoming very important for graduate civil engineers. The increasing regulation of the construction industry and the requirement to have competent engineering professionals (i.e. Chartered Engineers) to sign off on construction and civil engineering projects has led to employers seeking graduates who can reach Chartered Engineer status quickly. Research has shown that the employment and salary prospects of Chartered Engineers are significantly improved in comparison to an untitled engineer.

The full 60 credit programme is completed over calendar year (September to September).Because the students on this programme are in employment, a blended learning delivery mode will provide the flexibility for students and allow students to have control over the location, time and place of their studies.

This work-based programme developed in collaboration with Engineers Ireland and employers will allow graduates to meet the Engineers Ireland educational requirements such that students can apply for Chartered Engineer through the further learning route or standard route. The Higher Diploma in Civil Engineer at ATU Galway is accredited by Engineers Ireland as meeting the educational standard for level 8 engineering programmes for Chartered Engineer with further learning (CEngFL).

Course Details

Year 1

Semester	Module Details	Credits	Mandatory / Elective
Year	Research Skills for Engineers This module provides an opportunity to the student to learn about research methods, develop a research proposal, and develop the skills to critically assess academic and/or professional literature. This endeavour will require critical assessment and evaluation of sources, and will equip students to complete an academic research paper in their particular field or topic. Learning Outcomes 1. Analyse and evaluate in detail the issues associated with a particular work-based project. 2. Identify, analyse and evaluate appropriate research methods for research project proposal development. 3. Develop a research proposal and undertake necessary research. 4. Critically analyse and evaluate current literature, using appropriate tools and techniques. 5. Demonstrate the synthesis and integration of knowledge. 6. Produce an academic research paper.	20	Mandatory
Year	Professional Civil Engineering Practice This module will be undertaken by the student whilst in the workplace and will allow the student to demonstrate that they have achieved the Engineers Ireland programme outcomes of accredited Level 8 programmes for the purpose of applying for the professional title of Chartered Engineer following completion of an accredited Masters and initial professional development (IPD). Learning Outcomes 1. Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering principles. 2. Identify, formulate, analyse and solve engineering problems. 3. Design a system, component or process to meet specified needs. 4. Conduct guided research and critically evaluate engineering problems. 5. Recognise and explain the social and ethical responsibilities of engineering towards people and the environment. 6. Demonstrate ability to work effectively as an individual, in teams and or multi-disciplinary settings. 7. Communicate effectively with respect to engineering activities.	40	Mandatory

Recommended Study Hours per week

Fortnightly online workshops approximately one hour in length support the two modules. Self-directed learning in combination with independent learning in the workplace will be required to demonstrate attainment of specific programme outcomes.

Examination and Assessment

Students must submit an academic paper related to work-applied research project. Students must submit a professional practice report demonstrating attainment of Engineers Ireland programme outcomes. In addition, students must deliver a professional presentation to an academic panel and are interviewed in relation to their professional practice report.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

An induction workshop is held on-campus (Dublin Rd) at start of the programme and all other workshops are delivered online and recorded.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering must either have (a) Engineers Ireland A. Eng. accredited civil engineering Level 8 degree or (b) Engineers Ireland A. Eng. accredited civil engineering Level 7 degree and an Engineers Ireland A. Eng. accredited civil engineering Level 8 add-on degree.

Note: All students and employers must be approved by the ATU programme team prior to registration on the programme.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €4000

DASBE fee: €1500. These programmes have been developed with support from the HCI 3 funded DASBE project (see dasbe.ie). The DASBE funding support will be reviewed annually and will run until 2025.

Further information on fees

Further Information

Who Should Apply?

This programme is aimed at civil engineering graduates who wish to pursue the professional title of Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland. Both students and employers must be approved by ATU programme team prior to acceptance on the work-based programme.