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Automation and Control (Specialist Diploma)



Automation and Control (Specialist Diploma) is a course run by University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development, Galway. It is a Online Learning course with a duration of 1 year, part-time. Automation and Control (Specialist Diploma) gives a Course Qualification of Diploma, awarded by University of Galway. For more information about Automation and Control (Specialist Diploma) at University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development, please review the details below.

This one-year, part-time Specialist Diploma aims to develop knowledge around the issues and opportunities associated with automation and control technology and to improve skills in the areas of engineering materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composite materials; manufacturing processes, both traditional and recently developed; and electronic manufacturing technologies. Students gain an understanding of industrial control systems, robotics and automated production lines.

The specialist diploma awards are particularly suitable for students requiring medium-term upskilling for career advancement or for those interested in focused study in this subject area for personal or topical interest. The specialist diplomas are linked to the degree cycle of the modular programme in Science & Technology Studies which allow students to specialise by choosing from a range of electives. These elective modules are also available as independent awards which students may take for the purposes of upskilling or retraining in the area of Automation & Control, Medical Device Science or Lean & Quality Systems.

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Training ProviderUniversity of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development
Course LocationGalway
Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationDiploma
Awarding BodyUniversity of Galway
Awarding Body DetailsSpecialist Diploma
Course Start Date02/09/2024
Course Duration1 year, part-time
Course Fee2,250/€3,500 Non EU
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have successfully completed the Diploma in Science & Technology Studies or a related Diploma, or otherwise prove that they satisfy the prerequisites of each of the modules as listed in the course details section.
Carear PathThis course is intended for those who wish to improve their skills in the areas of engineering materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composite materials; manufacturing processes, both traditional and recently developed and electronic manufacturing technologies. It will assist those who want to apply correct design principles to engineering components, to develop a knowledge of Jig and Fixture design for Manufacturing Systems, and to develop the ability to produce high quality engineering drawings on a CAD system. The two automation modules give an overview of how automation has become important for industry, and the key strategies adopted by industry to deploy automation in order to improve competitiveness. Automation is used to improve a number of key performance indicators. The modules describes these in detail, as well as describing tangible and quantifiable goals for various automation projects. By providing the relevant skills and training this course seeks to address the critical shortage in skills in the area of automation and machine control, supply chain management and manufacturing processes.
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