University of Limerick - Mechatronics

Course Overview/Contact:

Aims

• To provide a competence in automated hardware and software systems and the ability to apply them to specific cases in a manufacturing setting.
• To provide a knowledge of trends and current approaches in manufacturing such e.g. Industry 4.0 and how these provide a competitive advantage in a global manufacturing context.
• To provide an insight to how automated manufacturing systems function in a global economy and to develop some management skills in this area.

For further information on the programme, contact

Course Director: Dr Seamus Gordon
Email:  seamus.gordon@ul.ie
Tel:  +353-61-202888

Graduate Profile:

The programme will equip graduates for careers manufacturing and automated manufacturing systems.

Typical careers include:

• Automation Engineer,
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Manufacturing systems group leaders, junior project managers, manufacturing line managers
• Research and Development Engineers
• Doctorate Postgraduate Studies

Programme Content:

The M.Eng in Mechatronics is a one year, full-time programme and the mode of operation is based on the modular system.  It consist of a taught component extending over two semesters, with a Mechatronics project taken over a third semester.  The project presents a piece of significant original work with high analytical content. The programme comprises core and optional modules which allow one of two pathways to be taken through the programme. One pathway has an emphasis on mechanical design, the other pathway concentrates on software and control. The course comprises 12 modules in total.

Autumn Semester	Spring Semester	Summer
Core Low Cost Automated Systems Automated System Design Project Management in Practice Path A -  Automation Advanced & Emerging Manufacturing Technologies Automation and Control Path B – Software and Control Computer Networks 1 C++ Programming	Core Mechatronics Project 1 Digital Control Global Business Strategy Machine Vision Path A – Automation 3D CAD Modelling & Machine Design System Integration Path B – Software and Control Web-based Application Design Real-Time Systems	Mechatro

Entry Requirements:

Applicants for a Master’s programme must normally have a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant or appropriate subject, or equivalent prior learning* that is recognised by the University as meeting this requirement. Applicants must also satisfy the English Language Requirements of the University. The University reserves the right to shortlist and interview applicants as deemed necessary.

*Completion of 240 ECTS/four years of a relevant five year undergraduate programme consisting of 300 ECTS from an European University or equivalent institution.

Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered under the University of Limerick policy that allows for the recognition of Prior Learning, both formal and informal/experiential learning; non-accredited personal and professional education; work based training and employment experience.

WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

• Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)
• English language qualification(s) (if English is not your first language)
• A copy of your birth certificate/passport

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet one of the criteria below (no longer than two years prior to application):

Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

• Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved
• Irish Leaving Certificate English –Ordinary Level Grade D or above
• TOEFL – 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)
• IELTS – Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in any one component
• English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) – Grade C1
• GCE ‘O’ level English Language/GCSE English Language – Grade C or above
• University of Cambridge ESOL –Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English - Grade A
• GCE Examination Boards – Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations – Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate – School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council – School Certificate Pass 1-6

Results in examinations other than those listed above may also be accepted as meeting our English language requirements. Contact the International Education Division for advice.