Engineering

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

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Location of Course	Westpark, Shannon, Co Clare
Methods of Assessment	You will be accredited with Certified Quality Engineer status by the American Society for Quality if you succeed in the CQE examination. All examinations are set and marked by the ASQ. The next CQE examinations are tba. The CQE examination is an open book examination comprising 180 multiple-choice questions and lasts 5 hours. Candidates must meet ASQ’s prerequisite requirements to sit this exam.
Further Enquiries	Michelle Reinecke-Quain Life Sciences Skillnet Administrator Email: michelle.reinecke-quain@ibec.ie Phone: 061 431802
Entry Requirements	Candidates must meet ASQ's prerequisite requirements to sit this exam. Pre-requisite requirements for the CQE are as follows: 1. No third-level qualification -- 8 years’ experience in any knowledge area of the CQE Body of Knowledge 2. Diploma – 5 years’ experience 3. Degree – 4 years’ experience 4. Post-Grad – 3 years’ experience
Course Content	• Management and Leadership in Quality Engineering • Quality Systems Development, Implementation, and Verification • Planning, Controlling, Assuring Product and Process Quality • Reliability and Risk Management • Problem Solving and Quality Improvement • Quantitative Methods – Concepts of probability & statistics, Statistical decision making, Modeling of relationship between variables, Design of experiments, SPC, Reliability Analysis, Process Capability Analysis
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	Book event by 6 September 2013 Course starts Friday 13 September 2013 Exam date Saturday 07 December 2013
Duration	12 weeks plus exam
Course Fee	Life Sciences Skillnet Members €1,500 Non members €2,000

Available to Job Seekers:

No

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No

Construction Informatics

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CITA (Construction IT Alliance) Skillnet

Location of Course	Dublin Based (distance learning course)
Trainer	Dublin Institute of Technology
Methods of Assessment	Project Based
Eligibility	Open to applicants who meet the entry requirements, and are successful at selection interview.
Further Enquiries	Suzanne Purcell CITA Skillnet Manager office: 01 470 4440 mobile: 086 047 4869 email: spurcell@cita.ie
Entry Requirements	The minimum entry level is an honours 2.2 undergraduate Level 8 degree or its equivalent. Selection will be made on a combination of an interview and by using particular criteria which demonstrates the candidate’s academic achievement, employment experience and interest in the programme.
Careers or Further Progression	Engineering, Architectural, Building Services, Structural, Technician, BIM Specialist
Financial Support	Assistance can be provided to applicants who meet the funding eligibility criteria. Contact CITA for details CITA Skillnet can offer a limited number of free places to Jobseekers on this course, subject to conditions.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	Enrolment Date: 01/04/2013 Start Date: 30/08/2013
Subjects Taught	MSc in Construction Informatics • eBusiness in Construction • CAD Information Systems • Building Collaborative Technologies • Virtual Construction • Building Automation • Integrated Masters Project • Computer Mediated Construction • Energy Integrated ICT • Dissertation
Duration	5 Semesters (2 1/2 years) Part-time (Distance Learning)
Comment	Limited number of places for Jobseekers available - Contact CITA Skillnet for more information - (01)470 4440
Number of Places	Limited. Please contact Suzanne Purcell for details spurcell@cita.ie or call +353 1 470 4440

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

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Yes

Autodesk Revit Architecture 2012 Essentials

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CITA (Construction IT Alliance) Skillnet

Location of Course	Q House, Furze Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18
Trainer	Arcdox
Further Enquiries	Suzanne Purcell CITA Skillnet Manager Tel: 01 470 4440 Mob: 086 0474869 email: spurcell@cita.ie
Entry Requirements	Depends on experience and / or qualifications. Suitable for Architects, Engineers, Technicians & other various designers within the construction industry with prior basic understanding of Revit Architecture.
Course Content	Students use Revit Architecture 2012 to learn about building information modelling (BIM)and the tools for parametric building design and documentation. Students begin the three-day course by learning the fundamental features of Revit Architecture 2011, and then progressing through schematic design and construction documentation, before finishing with design visualisation. Students should be able to complete their first Revit Architecture project after completing this course. The course offers metric hands-on exercises representing real-world design scenarios.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	Enrolment Date: 01/04/2013 Start Date: 13/05/2013 Finish Date: 15/05/2013
Subjects Taught	Building Information Modelling • Building Information Modelling for Architectural Design Revit Architecture Basics • Exploring the User Interface • Working with Revit Elements and Families • Starting a Project Starting a Design • Creating and Modifying Levels • Creating and Modifying Grids The Basics of the Building Model • Creating a Basic Floor Plan • Adding and Modifying Walls • Working with Compound Walls • Using Editing Tools • Adding and Modifying Doors • Adding and Modifying Windows Loading Additional Building Components • Working with Component Families Viewing the Building Model • Managing Views • Controlling Object Visibility • Working with Section and Elevation Views • Creating and Modifying 3D Views Using Dimensions and Constraints • Working with Dimensions • Applying and Removing Constraints Developing the Building Model • Creating and Modifying Floors • Working with Ceilings • Adding and Modifying Roofs • Creating Curtain Walls • Adding Stairs and Railings Detailing and Drafting • Creating Callout Views • Working with Text and Tags • Working with Detail Views • Working with Drafting Views Construction Documentation • Creating and Modifying Schedules • Creating Rooms and Room Schedules • Creating Legends and Keynotes Presenting the Building Model • Working with Drawing Sheets • Working with Titleblocks • Managing Revisions • Creating Renderings • Using Walkthroughs • Using Sun and Shadow Settings
Duration	3 Days
Course Fee	Please contact CITA Skillnet for details. Free to unemployed persons who meet CITA Skillnet criteria.

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

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No

F-Gas & ODS Regulations C&G 2079 Cat I Masterclass

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Refrigeration Skillnet

Location of Course	Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Unit 7 Northwest Centre, Northwest Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.
Trainer	George Condell
Methods of Assessment	Theory and Practical
Learning Outcomes	• Identify basic terms, principles, units, theory and thermodynamics of vapour compression cycles and refrigerants. • Identify the causes and effects of global warming and climate change. • Identify causes and effects of ozone depletion. • Identify stationary refrigerant, air conditioning and heat-pump system components, functions and leakage risk. • Identify the hazards and safe working practices for the installation, commissioning and handling of refrigerants. • Fabricate, braze and examine pipework. • Undertake pressure testing, evacuation and record completion. • Undertake refrigerant charging, leak checking and record keeping. • Recovery and disposal preparation of refrigerant and oil.
Download Application Form	http://alturl.com/szuhn
Eligibility	Suitable for Experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineers. Blended learning course: internet access required Note this course is a blended learning course and internet access is required. Minimum requirements: Explorer / Mozilla, adobe reader, flash player.
Further Enquiries	Tel: 01 885 5200 Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Entry Requirements	Recommended: Craft Certificate or C&G2078 or C&G6127 L2 or FETAC Principles of RAC or appropriate experience.
Course Content	The aim of this course is to provide the experienced engineer with the knowledge, skills and certification to work on the installation, service, maintenance, recovery and leak checking of stationary refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pump equipment that contains refrigerants classified as either fluorinated gasses (F-Gas) or Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) Workplace absence is reduced through our innovative blended learning programme, training is delivered with 1 day classroom training and 1 day assessment with: • Self learning materials • Online support • 1:1 tutorials • Group tutorials • Practical workshops
Financial Support	€200.00 subsidy for Refrigeration Skillnet Network members Job Seekers fully subsidised
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	Course starts on Thursday 24th January 2013 with assessments practicle & theory on 1st February 2013 Course Starts:Thursday 7th March 2013 with assessments practicle & theory on Thursday 14th March 2013
Duration	2 days classroom + blended learning
Number of Places	6
Course Fee	€595.00

Course Web Page:

http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/rt010fgas2079?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

Conversion Course for Engineers for Job Seekers & Job Bridge Participants

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First Polymer Training Skillnet

Location of Course	First Polymer Training Skillnet
Trainer	TBA
Further Enquiries	Tel 090 6471223 Fax 090 6471221 Email: info@firstpolymer.com
Course Content	This conversion course for unemployed engineers / Technical personnel (from traditional engineering disciplines such as civil, mechanical, electrical etc.) will help them gain the necessary skills to start work in the plastics industry. This course will incorporate plastics materials, polymer processing, plastic part & mould design plus injection moulding modules over 10 days. The programme also includes a suitable post course work placement of 8 weeks duration. Job Bridge interns are also eligible and their internship counts as their placement.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	10th - 14th June 2013 5 days of Injection moulding 24th - 28th June 2013 5 days course content to be advised.
Duration	10 days in total

Course Web Page:

http://www.firstpolymer.com/courses/conversion-programme-for-engineers/

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

No

Automation & Instrumentation

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ULearning Skillnet

Location of Course	IT Sligo
Trainer	IT Sligo
Further Enquiries	ULearning Skillnet: Phone: 086 0214825 Email: info@ulearning.ie
Course Content	About this programme The programme is designed as a mechanism to allow holders of craft qualifications and others with substantial relevant work experience to progress to the final year of a three year level 7 BEng in Mechatronics. The modules have been carefully chosen to ensure that the appropriate level 6 learning outcomes have been achieved and that the learner is adequately prepared to progress to the final year of the Mechatronics programme.
Financial Support	This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network. There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet. Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	1 Year course enrolment in September each year.
Subjects Taught	Modules (Credits awarded) ■Mathematics (10) ■Instrumentation (10) ■Programming, Communications & Interfacing (5) ■CIM & Automation Technology (10)
Duration	1 Year
Course Fee	€2,500 Or €375 per 5 credit module, €750 per 10 credit module

Course Web Page:

http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/certificate-in-automation-and-instrumentation/

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

Qualifier Programme Mechatronics & Electronic Engineering

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ULearning Skillnet

Location of Course	IT Sligo
Trainer	IT Sligo
Further Enquiries	ULearning Skillnet: Phone: 086 0214825 Email: info@ulearning.ie
Course Content	These modules are aimed at people who have significant work experience but who do not have the required sufficient academic qualifications for entry into level 7 programmes (ordinary degree). All may be taken in one academic year.
Financial Support	This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network. There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet. Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	1 Year enrolment in September 2013
Subjects Taught	Qualifier Modules for B.Eng. in Electronic Engineering Modules (credits awarded) ■Instrumentation (10) ■Embedded Hardware (5) ■Mathematics (5) ■Embedded Programming (10)
Duration	One Year part time
Course Fee	€2,000 per year, OR €350 per 5 credit module, €700 per 10 credit module

Course Web Page:

http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/qualifier-programmes-for-entry-to-level-7-degrees-%E2%80%93-1-year-part-time/

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

Electronic Engineering

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ULearning Skillnet

Location of Course	IT Sligo
Trainer	IT Sligo
Learning Outcomes	Having completed the programme, you will be able to: Program a 32-bit RISC microcontroller and interface it to the real world. Use software and hardware tools to process signals digitally. Program and configure operating systems. Program field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). Complete an advanced embedded systems project. Research current applications and future possibilities for nanotechnology in electronic engineering. After you Graduate Career opportunities exist in software engineering, hardware design engineering and research and development.
Further Enquiries	ULearning Skillnet: Phone: 086 0214825 Email: info@ulearning.ie
Entry Requirements	Merit Grade at Level 7 (Ordinary Degree) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline. Applicants with other qualifications and/or with relevant industrial experience will also be considered through IT Sligo’s RPL process.
Course Content	About Electronic Engineering Electronic Engineering at Level 8 investigates platforms for implementing advanced embedded systems. Typical platforms are 32-bit RISC processors, DSPs, FPGAs and configurable system on chip technology. These platforms may also incorporate the use of a real time operating system (RTOS). An important application area for advanced embedded systems is audio and image processing. About this Programme This programme is an add-on year to any Level 7 Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electronic Engineering.
Financial Support	This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network. There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet. Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	2 Year Course, enrolment in September
Subjects Taught	First Year: Digital signal processing (10) Mathematics (5) Nanotechnology and electronics (5) Operating systems programming (10) Second Year: Advanced embedded systems (10) Operations management (5) Programmable logic technology (5) Project – electronic engineering (10)
Duration	2 Years
Course Fee	€4,450 per year, OR €800 per 5 credit module, €1,600 per 10 credit module, €2,400 per 15 credit module

Course Web Page:

http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/b-eng-hons-in-electronic-engineering/

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

Quality

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ULearning Skillnet

Location of Course	IT Sligo
Trainer	IT Sligo
Further Enquiries	ULearning Skillnet: Phone: 086 0214825 Email: info@ulearning.ie
Entry Requirements	Level 6 (Higher Certificate – formerly National Certificate) qualification in relevant discipline or equivalent. For those who do not have the required equivalent qualifications a qualifier programme is available.
Careers or Further Progression	Career Opportunities: The B.Sc. in Quality provides a path to professional development. The most obvious first position for new graduates is Quality Technician or Engineer. Many graduates go on to become quality managers, or pursue specialist careers within the Quality Profession, for example vendor engineer, validation specialist or quality systems manager. They may also branch out into related areas in their organisation such as production management, supply chain management or marketing. Further study opportunities: Graduates from this programme are eligible to apply for Level 8 Honours degree programmes, such as the online BSc (Hons) in Quality Management and Technology at IT Sligo.
Course Content	About Quality Quality is a broad based discipline focused on improving products and processes in order to meet and exceed customer expectations in a competitive environment. About this programme: This on-line programme is aimed at those already working in a quality-related function, or aspiring to do so. The programme covers the scientific and management principles necessary for the achievement of customer satisfaction in a way that makes an enterprise competitive. The tools and techniques necessary to implement LEAN and SIX SIGMA programmes are included as well as modules on the statistical, management and communications aspects of quality. These principles, tools and techniques also have wide application outside the quality function. Students completing the L7 BSc in Quality meet the requirements of the internationally recognised Six Sigma Green Belt award. Students receive this award in addition to their degree by sitting an external Green Belt exam.
Financial Support	This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network. There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet. Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	2 Year Course, enrolment in September.
Subjects Taught	September 2010 – December 2010, Semester One Applied Excel Programming (5) Mathematics and Statistics – 1st year students only (5) Project Management (5) January 2011 – May 2011, Semester Two Human Relations and Personal Development (5) Quality Management Systems (5) Verification and Calibration (5) Project (Six Sigma 3) – 2nd year students only (5) September 2011 – December 2011, Semester One Lean Management Techniques (5) Six Sigma 1 Quality Tools (5) Mathematics and Statistics – 1st year students only (5) January 2012 – May 2012, Semester Two Service Quality (5) Six Sigma 2 – Statistical Control (5) Applied Statistical Improvement (5) Project (Six Sigma 3) – 2nd year students only (5)
Duration	2 Years
Course Fee	€3,400 per year, OR €600 per 5 credit module, €1,200 per 10 credit module

Course Web Page:

http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/b-sc-in-quality/

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

Software Engineering & Database Technologies

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ULearning Skillnet

Location of Course	NUI Galway
Trainer	NUI Galway
Methods of Assessment	MScSED programme is delivered entirely using online learning technology so students can study when and where they want. Course materials are easy to follow and are accompanied by continuous assessment exercises, research/review questions and recommended course textbooks. Each module is delivered over an eight-week period via asynchronous online technologies using web-supported learning. The programme coordinators provide a recommended outline of study for each of the eight-week modules to ensure students keep their progress on track. Course tutors are highly experienced in facilitating online programmes and will provide all the support students need with the programme content, as well as giving feedback on weekly assignments. Each module is individually assessed. Students are assessed by online examinations, online assignments and a Software Development Project and Thesis or an IT Research Project and Thesis in year 2 of the programme.
Further Enquiries	ULearning Skillnet: Phone: 086 0214825 Email: info@ulearning.ie
Entry Requirements	The MScSED Degree is open to honours degree graduates (minimum 2nd class honours) in Science, Engineering or other relevant discipline, and to other degree graduates with three or more years of relevant experience, and to those otherwise satisfying the MSc entry standards (degree equivalent qualifications). Applicants with an ordinary or pass degree or Level 7 diploma must have at least three years relevant experience to be considered for the programme. If the applicant has no formal qualification at all then he/she is not eligible to apply.
Course Content	This programme aims to provide a flexible, part-time, blended learning route for students to gain the necessary professional skills, conceptual frameworks, methods, technologies and hands-on experience of software development as a basis for a career in the IT industry. Students also acquire specialised knowledge of specific IT topics, particularly in the area of software development and database systems, and develop advanced research and/or development skills. The programme is offered jointly by NUI Galway and Regis University, Denver, USA. Who is the course for? This is an ideal programme for students who wish: · to update their Information and Communication Technology development skills · to learn about information technology with a specific emphasis on software development or database technologies while gaining advanced research skills · who already work in the area, but would like to gain a recognised Masters qualification
Financial Support	This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network. There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet. Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students. Jobseekers please be advised that the Department of Social Protection (DSP) has no mandate to extend welfare support to clients undertaking NFQ Level 9 Programmes. Such programmes cannot be approved by DSP, and on that basis are designated SKN-E. Notwithstanding the above, we may offer a NFQ L.9 place to a welfare recipient. This is conditional on our network informing the individual, during the recruitment & selection phase, that the: Welfare payment must be relinquished should he/she wish to pursue the programme Trainee must inform the Social Welfare Local Office (SWLO), prior to commencement, about his/her intention to undertake an SKN-E programme, so that the Office can take the necessary steps to review/withdraw payment Unfortunately, Skillnets cannot seek exceptional approval from DSP for any jobseekers that wish to accept a place on one of the ULearning Skillnet Level 9 courses.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment	2 Year part-time. Enrolment in late August
Subjects Taught	The core syllabus of the MSc in Software Engineering and Database Technologies comprises equally Software Development and Information Systems modules. Students undertake a number of optional modules during the second year allowing them to specialise in advanced software development and other computer science disciplines. Students also undertake a major research and/or development project, leading to a thesis. The programme content is extensive and varied, and includes modules on: o Computer Architecture & Operating Systems o Application Programming o Software Engineering o Database Administration o Database Concepts o XML Concepts for Database Development o Middleware Architectures and Database Applications o Object Oriented Design o Artificial Intelligence o Real-Time Systems o Graphics Programming o Distributed Systems o Object Oriented Programming o Database Architecture
Duration	2 Years Part-Time
Course Fee	€4,250

Course Web Page:

http://www.nuigalway.ie/courses/adult-and-continuing-education-courses/software-engineering-and-database-technologies.htm

Available to Job Seekers:

Yes

Certified:

Yes

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