Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering at Institute of Technology Carlow

Mechanical Engineering is one of the most diverse of the engineering disciplines. It deals with the design and manufacture of everything, from small individual parts and devices like the inkjet nozzle to large systems such as spacecraft tools. The role of a mechanical engineer is to take a product from idea to marketplace. It requires specialist engineering knowledge combined with creative thinking, problem solving, team working and analytical skills.

This course equips graduates with the specialist knowledge and practical experience required to manage the complete mechanical engineering process, from product design to manufacturing output. The course features extensive practical workshops and includes a challenging project in Year 4. On completion of this course students will have a detailed understanding of:

• mechanical, energy, manufacturing and electromechanical engineering
• the design and development process to bring new products to manufacturing stage
• management and control of a manufacturing operation
• effective communications
• pre-production and maintenance planning
• production processes and storage of materials.

Special Features:

• 50% class time on practical exercises in laboratories and workshops.

• Students of this course have been very successful in the Engineers Ireland Innovative Student of the Year Award, winning three times and runner up once in the past 6 years.
• Well balanced mixture of theory and practical elements with an extensive design project in Year 4.
• Course incorporates strong emphasis on the vital area of sustainable energy.
• Use of industry standard design tools ANSYS and SOLIDWORKS.
• Exit Awards:
  • Higher Certificate in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering (NFQ Level 6) after Year 2.
  • Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - (NFQ Level 7) after Year 3.

What will I be able to do when I finish the course?

Mechanical engineers work in a diverse range of industries including: automotive; aerospace; biotechnology; computers and electronics; microelectromechanical systems; energy conversion; environmental control; automation and manufacturing. Graduates will have a variety of career options open to them such as working in industry, government, consultancy or research centres.