Energy Infrastructure - Limerick
Today's energy systems are highly interdependent and very heterogeneous. The infrastructure that supports the generation and distribution of energy is varied, complex and dependent on a range of practical engineering and geographical considerations. This complex infrastructure requires and understanding of a range of interdisciplinary concepts for its design, construction, operation and maintenance.
The programme will be delivered over two academic semesters in a blended mode, predominately through online lectures taking place in the evenings with additional focused practical sessions taking place in TUS state of the art laboratories.
Subjects taught
What modules will I study?
Semester 1
Energy Infrastructure Credits: 5
Planning Process and Environmental Regulations Credits: 5
Research Methods & Professional Practice Credits: 10
Sustainable Energy Systems 1 (Design): Credits: 5
Utilisation of Renewable Energy Credits: 5
Semester 2
Dissertation Credits: 30
Work Placement & Professional Practice Credits: 30
Entry requirements
Applications will be considered from level 8 honours graduates in engineering or cognate disciplines. Graduates who hold equivalent qualifications in related disciplines or who have relevant industrial experience will be considered for places on a case-by-case basis in line with TUS' RPL policy. In line with institute policies, non-native English speakers are required to have an IELTS level of 6.5 or higher.
Duration
The programme will be delivered over two academic semesters in a blended mode, predominately through online lectures taking place in the evenings with additional focused practical sessions taking place in TUS state of the art laboratories.
Post Course Info
Are there opportunities for further study?
Candidates may be considered for progression to a level 10 Doctorate programme in a related area.
What are the career prospects?
In a December 2018 report for the Oireachtas library, It has been estimated that measures required to meet our 2020 renewable energy targets could deliver between 2,500 and 5,550 jobs in the bioenergy sector and up to 4,000 in onshore wind deployment. Analysis by SEAI, IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland, along with the then Departments of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources (DCENR) and Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation (DJEI) found that sustainable energy is already worth €1.5 billion a year to Ireland, and it currently employs 18,000 people. This programme aims to create graduates who are directly addressing this gap in Irish industry with strong employment prospects regionally and nationally.