Motor Maintenance & Light Engineering
(Motor Technology)
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INTRODUCTION:
This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the Motor Vehicle and Engineering Industries. Under the European Project scheme students may have an opportunity to undertake work placement in other European countries.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent.
- For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
DURATION:
This is a one-year full time course.
CERTIFICATION:
- QQI Motor Technology Level 5, Code (5M2145).
COURSE CONTENT:
The following subjects may be offered:
Auto Electricity - 5N2137
Engineering Drawing 405 - 5N1607
Work Experience - 5N1356
Motor Vehicle Practice - 5N2143
Motor Vehicle Theory - 5N2144
Mathematics - 5N1833
Word Processing - 5N1358
Safety and Health - 5N1794
Communications - 5N0690
STUDENT FEES
- Student Services: €250
- QQI exam fees: €50*
- Facilities / Class Materials: €100
Total: €400
WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE:
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a relevant location. The college will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:
Excellent progressions opportunities including:
- MTU Cork: Automotive Technology and Management (MT847, MT748).
- MTU Kerry: Agricultural Engineering (MT748).
- TUS Limerick: Road Transport Technology and Management (LC286).
- Tralee IT: (TL744) (TL747) (TL844) (TL847).
We advise you to consult the CAO website – www.cao.ie to confirm specific entry requirements for Higher Education Institutions.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Motor Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Vehicle Body Repairs, Vehicle Parts Distribution, Machine Operator, Maintenance, Self Employment, Fitter, Welder, Sheet Metal Worker. Progression in Motor and Engineering.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Patrick O’Sullivan, Course Director
Email: patrick.osullivan@corketb.ie
Tel: (021) 425 5500