1. POST LEAVING CERT EDUCATION @ ARCHBISHOP MCHALE COLLEGE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 1

2. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PLC COURSES 5M2145 - Motor Technology 5M2061- Engineering Technology 2

3. Course Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate/Leaving Cert Applied Genuine Interest in Engineering as a career. Commit to the required course attendance and assignments. 3

4. Courses are; One academic year duration/30 weeks. Run from Sept-May. Classes run from 9:00am – 12.00pm (4 days per week). 2 class periods per module per week. Work Placement (1 day per week). Level 5 FETAC Qualification on successful completion of the course. 4

5. Course Modules Engineering Technology Engineering Workshop Processes Communications Work Experience Computer Aided Draughting 2D Materials Science Mathematics Engineering Workshop Theory Physics Safety & Health at Work Motor Technology Auto Electricity Motor Vehicle Practice Motor Vehicle Theory Communications Work Experience Mathematics Electronics Engineering Workshop Processes Safety & Health at Work 5

6. Attendance – Will be monitored and will form part of the successful awarding of a level 5 certificate upon completion of the course. Assignments - are spread across the year. Assessment - is a combination of continuous assessment, project work and final examinations. To receive the FETAC Level 5 Certificate students must pass all eight modules of the Course. Course Overview 6

7. Commitment – Students will need to make allowances for additional periods of study, completion of assignments and project work outside of class time. Engagement – Students will need to engage fully in all aspects of classroom activities both theoretical and practical. Course Overview 7

8. Motor Technology Engineering Equipment Training Motor Maintenance Motor Theory Practical Assignments Electronics Mechanics Employment Legislation Health & Safety Mathematics Interview Skills PC Skills Job Seeking Skills CV Preparation Work Placement 8

9. Engineering Technology Engineering Equipment Training 2D Draughting - CAD Engineering Theory Practical Assignments Design & Manufacture Employment Legislation Health & Safety Mathematics Interview Skills PC Skills Job Seeking Skills CV Preparation Work Placement 9

10. My Options Leaving Certificate/LCA 3 rd Level / Institutes of Technology Post Leaving Cert Course Level 5 World of Work 10 PLC Level 6

11. Career Options – World of Work Motor Technology Apprentice Motor Mechanic Apprentice HGV Mechanic Apprentice Agricultural Mechanic Aircraft Mechanic Parts advisor Reception staff Motor Industry Sales staff Warranty administrator Engineering Technology Machine Operator Maintenance Fitter Welder Plumber Mechanic/Fitter Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker /Fabricator Tool Die Maker Panel Beater Turner Draughtsman 11

12. Students who successfully complete the course and receive the FETAC Level 5 Certificate can apply through the CAO to undertake further study in a University/Institute of Technology. More information about these links can be found at http://www.cao.ie www.fetac.ie We offer a qualified Guidance Councillor service in our school and this service would be made available to our PLC students wishing to pursue further study at third level. Third Level Route 12

13. Third Level Courses Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Programme Code: GA670 NQAI Level: 7 Programme Duration: Three years Mode of Study: Full time Places: 40 Application Route: Apply through the CAO 13

14. Third Level Courses Discipline: Electronic and Electrical Engineering Programme Code: GA573 NQAI Level: 7 Programme Duration: Three years Mode of Study: Full time Places: 24 Application Route: Apply through the CAO 14

15. If you are serious about a career in Motor Technology/Engineering Technology. If the PLC route to further education is for you. If you can apply and commit yourself to a demanding course over nine months. If you are interested in further study in Engineering or a career in the Motor Industry. Then a PLC in Motor Technology/Engineering Technology at Archbishop McHale College is the right choice for you. Where to Next… 15

16. Booking a Place Please take an application form away with you, complete and with a €100 un- refundable booking fee you can book your place. Please complete the Student details form that I have here today. Check out our website for updates http://archbishopmchalecollege.scoilnet.ie/ 16

17. Questions? FINALLY THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME & ATTENTION 17

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