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Postgraduate Diploma in Structural Engineering

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PGDip in Eng
Programme Code: CR_CSTRE_9
 
Mode of Delivery:Full Time, Part Time, ACCS
  
No. of Semesters:2
NFQ Level:9
Embedded Award:No
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Department:CIVIL, STRUCTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

PO1 Knowledge - Breadth
  (a) a wide and systematic knowledge of scientifc principles and the design process in Structural Engineering; an understanding of the key parameters and the technical, economic, environmental and social issues pertaining to Structural Engineering
PO2 Knowledge - Kind
  (a) a critical awareness of current issues in Structural Engineering, a knowledge of the latest mathematical, scientific and ICT techniques and their limitations in their practical application to ill defined complex problems of Structural Engineering
PO3 Skill - Range
  (a) an advanced knowledge of a range of specialised research and design tools and methods of investigation and analysis in the field of Structural Engineering; the ability to use engineering principles to design and develop new solutions to complex Structural Engineering problems
PO4 Skill - Selectivity
  (a) the ability to select appropriate advanced skills and use new methods required for novel situations and the ability to develop new skills in emerging techniques as required in Structural Engineering design and analysis; the ability to undertake analysis of a design and justify decisions throughout a particular design process
PO5 Competence - Context
  (a) the ability to act at a variety of professional levels, particularly in the initiation, development and promotion of design solutions in Structural Engineering; the ability to identify potential projects and opportunities, conduct appropriate research and undertake the design and development of solutions to ill-defined and complex engineering problems
PO6 Competence - Role
  (a) that they have the technical competence necessary to take significant responsibility for the work of individuals and groups, lead and initiate activity in Structural Engineering
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn
  (a) the ability to evaluate their own learning, identify knowledge gaps, and take responsibility for the pursuit of academic professional development pathways
PO8 Competence - Insight
  (a) an awareness of the impacts of Structural Engineering infrastructure on society and the ability to critically evaluate the technical, economic, environmental and social implications of Structural Engineering solutions.
 

Semester Schedules

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
CIVL9004 Structural Engineering
CIVL9005 Bridge Engineering
MECH9001 Computational Solid Modelling
CIVL9001 Adv Geotechnical Engineering
INTR9006 Engineering Research Skills
INTR9005 Sustainability in Engineering

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
CIVL9003 Advanced Structural Design Off
CIVL9002 Infrastructure/Special Structu
INTR9003 Project Development
Elective
Module Code Module Title
CIVL9008 Advanced Hydro & Flood Control
INTR9007 Eng. Project Management
INTR9017 Infrastructure Asset Mgmt
CIVL8013 Prestressed Concrete
CIVL9011 Advanced Water Engineering
CIVL9010 Adv Wastewater Eng. Design
MECH9002 Computational Fluid Dynamics
MGMT8017 Strategic Business Management
MGMT9003 Managing Innovation
MGMT9024 Leadership & Change Management

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