Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Automation and Robotics
Robotic and automation solutions are revolutionising sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare and transport. This course is designed to equip learners with the specialist knowledge and wide range of hands-on practical skills at the cutting edge of instrumentation, robotics, process control and industrial automation in order to pursue a career in this dynamic and evolving field.
What will I experience?
During this course you will:
Explore the relationships between mechanical, electronic and software engineering as applied to modern ‘smart’ machines commonly used in the manufacturing industry.
Work in bright, modern laboratories with the very latest in automation technology and software.
Explore robotic systems and automation cells incorporating vision systems.
Complete an automation and robotics final year project, such as a robotic automated work cell, or a web-controlled ‘smart’ house.
Engineering education is very practical. Almost 50 % of your time will be spent in state-of-the-art laboratories developing your practical engineering skills, and the other 50% will be spent on engineering theory and its application.
You will develop your problem –solving skills and reasoning techniques.
You will work on topic-specific problems, both as part pf a team and as an individual, and develop your lifelong learning skills.
You will develop your ability to effectively communicate within the engineering community and society at large.
You will develop an ethical awareness with regard to the engineering profession and environment.
Gain valuable work experience by completing an industry-based project.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
The Careers Office is focused on helping you reach your full potential through personal development, academic progression and preparing for your next steps once you graduate. While you are at AIT, we encourage you to make the most of your time and embrace all aspects of college life.
The Careers office offers the following:
Career advice and coaching
Help with compiling CVs and cover letters
Interview techniques and ‘mock’ interviews
Advice for students thinking of leaving their course
Employer recruitment programmes
Career Bootcamp series and Annual Careers & Further Study Fair
Job opportunities
Employer presentations and interviews
Postgraduate and further study opportunities
Scholarships and Internships
Summer work
Travelling and working abroad
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Application Procedures for Non-EU Students
Students applying for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate programmes should supply the following information directly to the International Office, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest on or before 1 May for programmes commencing in September:
Completed TUS application form;
Detailed curriculum vitae;
Certified transcripts of examination results and English language translations of qualifications not issued in English
Evidence of ability to follow classes in the English language (which must satisfy Institute entry requirements for the following programmes)
Foundation level programme: Certificate in English for Academic Studies: Minimum IELTS 4.5 or equivalent.
Pre-sessional Summer programme in English June to August: Minimum IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Undergraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no Band less than 5.0.
Postgraduate programmes: Minimum IELTS 6.0 with no Band less than 5.5 *
*note some postgraduate programmes require minimum IELTS 6.5.
- Course Code: US916
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
37500 EUR
Annual Cost of Living: 10500 EUR
Application Fee: N/A
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