Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering

Why take this course?
You will develop the ability to apply engineering and planning methods to the design, construction and maintenance of civil engineering structures and facilities. In doing this, you will gain both the academic and scientific capability to make a real contribution to modern construction operations.

The world of Civil Engineering has evolved to a point where all participants in this field are now part of an integrated process. If you want to engage with this process or ultimately drive it, then this course is right for you. As a graduate of this programme you are eligible to apply to join the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering, which is fully accredited by Engineers Ireland.

What will I experience?
On this course you can:

• Have the opportunity to visits sate of the art civil engineering works and manufacturing facilities.
• Work in computer labs using the latest 3D engineering modelling software
• Test the properties of engineering material and soils using our suite of engineering laboratories and testing equipment.
• Use modern GPS surveying equipment and related software applications
• Apply management software applications to industry based projects.
• Carry out analytical works through the long established links we have with companies and organisations in the midlands region.

What opportunities might it lead to?

With a degree in Civil Engineering you are open to a range of career opportunities in both the public and private sector. Whether it be in supervisory or design capacity, your specialist knowledge is of value to civil engineering contractors and civil/structural/environmental engineering consultants. Furthermore, national and local government agencies in areas of water supply, road/bridge design and maintenance, building regulations compliance and assessment of engineering material compliance all require graduates with the qualification standard this programme provided. In particular the emergence of Building Information Technology (BIM) as the cornerstone to all engineering projects means graduates can now pursue the career of BIM coordinator for companies operating on both the supply and delivery side of the engineering process.

Additional Information
The initial two years of the course is ran in tandem with our Level 6 programme in Civil Engineering. The balance of theory and practice gained over this period is reinforced with a more industry focused final year on this degree programme. In achieving this outcome the course provides the graduates with:

• An understanding of the basic principles of fluid mechanics and hydraulic theory as applied to infrastructural works.
• An introduction to construction management and quantity surveying practices and principles
• The fundamentals of GIS for spatial analysis and environmental management
• An understanding of the major components of business planning and management

Assessment Information
We place a lot of emphasis on student support and so we aim to provide a learning environment that is both stimulating and academically challenging, whilst also supporting your learning. You will encounter a range of teaching methods from lectures, practical’s, ICT sessions and laboratory exercises. The course is taught by experienced, Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineers, Geologists and Quantity Surveyors with a track record of success in many sectors of the civil engineering industry

We appreciate that different students have different learning styles and so we provide a range of assessment approaches to suit everybody. Here ae some of the ways we assess your work:

• Mini-projects,
• Presentations,
• Group work,
• Examinations,
• Multiple-choice tests,
• Quizzes,
• Portfolio work.