Engineering - Manufacturing Engineering - Apprenticeship - Sligo
A manufacturing engineer will be required to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, to optimise existing processes, implement new processes and to ensure that production goals are met.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
3 year programme.
Academic block release: 15 weeks per year.
Entry Requirements
See https://www.ibec.ie/connect-and-learn/industries/construction-property-and-engineering/manufacturing-engineering-apprenticeships/programmes/entry-requirements
Further information
2024 intakes: Apprenticeship contracts start in July & August 2024 for Atlantic Technological University (Galway), Atlantic Technological University (Sligo), Munster Technological University (Cork) and Technological University of the Shannon (Mid-West Limerick).
Roles and responsibilities of a manufacturing engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
A Manufacturing Engineer facilitates efficient operations within the production area, to optimise existing processes, implement new processes and to ensure that production goals are met. Monitors performance of equipment, machines and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields or product quality issues, all within a highly regulated and complex manufacturing environment.
Analyses and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories and initiates technical activities leading to new or improved products or process to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company. Applies project management methodologies and Kaizen improvement philosophy to manage production/product design and process and systems improvement respectively..
Manufacturing Engineer Subjects
Year 1
Modules
Engineering Mathematics
Manufacturing Engineering
Computer Aided Design
Learning Innovation Skills
Electrical Science
Engineering Science
Qualiity
Industry Module 1
Year 2
Modules
Engineering Mathematics
Metrology
Manufacturing Design of Fixtures
Maintenance & Safety
Manufacturing Automation
Manufacturing Engineering
Quality
Lean Manufacturing
Industry Module 2
Year 3
Modules
Instrumentation and Control
Manufacturing Process Planning
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Polymer Processing Technology
Engineering Software Systems
Six Sigma Green Belt
Operations Management
Project Management
Industry Module 3
Irish Medtech Association
Tel: +353 1 605 1677
Email: info@manufacturingapprenticeships.ie
Website: www.manufacturingapprenticeships.ie
Trish Breen, Medtech & Polymer Apprenticeships Manager, Ibec
Tel: +353 (0)87 715 7967
Email: Trish Breen