Renewable Energy Technology and Control Systems

QQI Level 5

Course Code

Major Award Code

5M2061

About This Course

Renewable energy (RE) has seen rapid development in the last five years worldwide, especially in the area of wind turbines and small scale domestic systems. This Renewable Energy Technology and Control Systems (Year 1) course will enable students to develop an understanding of sustainability issues and renewable energy systems, to examine the role of microprocessor control in industry, and to design and build a control system which requires a number of inputs and outputs. Students will develop knowledge, skills and competence in areas such as solar photovoltaic (PV), solar thermal and domestic wind turbine system specification and control systems used in industry.

Modules

Course Content

Renewable Energy Systems
Communications
Control Systems
Mathematics
Safety and Health at Work
Engineering Workshop Processes
Computer Aided Draughting (2D)
Electronics
Work Experience

Progression

Automation Engineering - TUD
Mechanical Engineering - ATU Galway/Mayo
Computer Engineering & Engineering Science - University of Greenwich, London
Mechatronic Systems - ATU Sligo
Mechanical Engineering - University of Galway

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.

Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.

Mark McDermott

Engineering Technology

Cavan Institute provided me with a great insight into the engineering world. In my year of study on this course, many topics were covered to help confirm my interest in engineering.