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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FURNITURE AND WOOD TECHNOLOGY


Why Study Furniture and Wood Technology?

Graduates are equipped with the skills in furniture and wood technologies that are required in modern production environments. They develop knowledge of current manufacturing technologies and can demonstrate a clear understanding of business and work practices with the capability to manufacture furniture and wood products of quality and precision in competitive commercial enterprises.

Brief Video about the Programme: (2 min 48 secs)

Graduates have a clear understanding of the nature and properties of materials and finishes used in the industry. They can competently and safely operate a range of conventional and automated manufacturing equipment and can implement factory planning, layout, work organisation and production flows.

Programme Modules
Learning to Learn, Foundation Drawing, Furniture History and Design Processes, Mathematics, Technical Graphics, Materials 1, Furniture Construction, Manufacturing Technology 1, Furniture Projects 1, Graphics & Computer Applications, Marketing & Finance, Applied Science, Materials 2, Manufacturing Technology 2, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Furniture Projects 2, Operations Management 1, CAD/CAM 1, Management & Enterprise, Product Development, Regulatory Environment, Automation, Operations Management 2, Commercial Projects, Work Placement

Career Opportunities
Graduates are employed in a variety of wood products and furniture manufacturing companies where knowledge of manufacturing and production technologies is required. With experience, the graduate is well placed to work at supervisory and management levels.

Other Essential Information

  • This programme involves training in the use of a wide variety of woodwork machinery.

  • It is recommended that applicants have a European Computer Driving License (ECDL).

  • An extensive work placement is also incorporated into year three of the programme, which can take place in Ireland, the UK, the USA, Australia or other locations.

  • • A term of study in a third level Institute overseas may also be considered in lieu of this industry placement.

Follow-on Studies
Graduates can proceed to the B.Sc. (Honours) in Furniture and Wood Technology.