Engineering Work Placement

This module allows the learner to put the engineering knowledge, skills, tools and techniques acquired in their Manufacturing engineering programme into practice within a working environment. 

1. Apply the engineering knowledge, tools and theory, learned on their chosen programme to the solution of broadly defined engineering problems.

2. Describe the structure of modern organizations and the role of the engineer in business.

3. Operate as an effective team member, and communicate effectively with co-workers across a wide range of disciplines to solve engineering problems.

4. Solve assigned engineering problems in a methodical, proactive and creative manner, with minimum supervision.

5. Apply Project Management skills to manage his or her time and projects.

6. Report their work clearly in written and in oral format.

7. Perform experiments, test protocols and engineering tasks in compliance with industry-appropriate internationally-recognised standards.

8. Comply with Engineers Ireland Code of Ethics

9. Reflect on their practice and propose improvements.