The Built Environment

Design QQI Award (5M2208)

 The design based course will equip learners with the prerequisite skills and knowledge to progress to undergraduate courses in Product Design and other STEM disciplines. 

 This course will help learners develop key transferable skills such as critical thinking and creative problem solving through a focus on design as a fundamental process.  

In addition, this course will allow learners to explore new materials, technologies and methods of product realisation through the use of 3D modelling, printing and assembly. 

Course Content

Combined Materials (5N0764); Computer Illustrated Graphics (5N1929); Design Skills (5N0784); Drawing (5N1862); Personal Effectiveness (5N1390); Parametric CAD (5N5765); Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design (5N0755); Work Experience (5N1356); Maths for STEM* (5N0556).

*Elective module

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Design  (5M2208)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or equivalent exam, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome.

Third Level Links/Progression

This is recognised by TU Dublin, and NCAD for alternative entry qualification to Product Design (TU Dublin, TU811), Product Design (NCAD, AD212) and other Third Level Institutions for design based courses. 

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Design QQI Award (5M2208)

There is a growing demand for built environment professionals and the proposed course will provide a much needed stepping stone which will equip learners, on completion, to have the prerequisite skills and knowledge to progress to undergraduate courses in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture.

This course will help learners develop key transferable skills such as critical thinking and creative problem solving through a focus on design as a fundamental process.  In addition, this course will allow learners to explore new materials, technologies, sustainability and landscape construction. 

Course Content

Design Skills (5N0784); Drawing (5N1862); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1433); Combined Materials (5N0764); Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design (5N0755); Computer Aided Design (5N1604); Plant ID & Use (5N2527).

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Design (5M2208)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or equivalent exam, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome.

Third Level Links/Progression

This is recognised by UCD, and TU Dublin for alternative entry qualification to Landscape Architecture (UCD, DN120), Architecture (TU Dublin, TU832), and Interior Design (TU Dublin, TU975) and more, via the Higher Education Links Scheme. 

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Woodwork and Furniture Making QQI Award (6M2230)

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and or in a supervisory capacity within a furniture design and manufacturing environment or to progress to higher education and training.

Course Content

Work Experience (6N1946); Communications (6N1950); Design Skills (6N3446); Computer Aided Design (6N3652); Furniture Making with Machinery (6N0607); Wood Finishing (6N0724); Word Processing (6N4977); Furniture Design (6N5449)

Certification

QQI Level 6 Award in Woodwork and Furniture Making (6M2230)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

• Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 5 when accessing a Level 6 programme.
• Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
• Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Career Opportunities

The successful completion of the QQI Level 6 award in Furniture Design and Making will enable applicants to work independently and or in a supervisory capacity within a furniture design and manufacturing environment.

Third Level Links/Progression

Successful students can apply through the CAO to Third Level courses via the Higher Education Links Scheme. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Engineering Technology QQI Award (5M2061)

The aim of this course is to help entry into a career in engineering through recognised apprenticeships or through third level courses elsewhere. The course has been quite successful for participants over the years frequently leading to immediate employment in the engineering industry.

Course Content

Engineering Workshop Processes (5N1608); Computer Aided Design (5N1604); Mathematics (5N1833); Maths for STEM (5N0556)*; Safety & Health at Work (5N1794); Word Processing (5N1358); Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356).

*Subject to module requirements

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Engineering Technology (5M2061)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or equivalent exam, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome.

Third Level Links/Progression

This is recognised by DIT and other Institutes of Technology in Engineering Courses for alternative entry qualification. We have a close link with the Institute of Technology, Tallaght. Our students have been particularly successful at third level. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Architectural Technology and Design QQI Award (6M4989)

This QQI Level 6 course will offer learners the opportunity to develop knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of the principles of construction, architecture and of building design. This will enable learners to interact with the various disciplines within the professions associated with construction especially architectural firms.

Course Content

Building Technology and Design (6N4909); Architectural Drawing and Presentation (6N3625); Concrete Detailing (6N4925); Surveying (6N4986); Computer Aided Design (6N3652); Design Skills (6N3446); Communications (6N1950); Work Experience (6N1946)

Certification

QQI Level 6 Award in Architectural Technology and Design (6M4989)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Progression from a relevant cogent QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experience. Block release provision for those already placed in drawing offices in the industry.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include self-employment or employment with local authorities or private architectural companies.

Third Level Links/Progression

Progression to the Dublin Institute of Technology, Bolton Street or other institutes such as Waterford IT which offer graduates entry into year 2 of their Architecture Degree. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€350 or €270 (with valid Medical Card).

This course is free to VTOS applicants, for more information email ciara.bowes@pearse.cdetb.ie

Please note, course fees are subject to change.