Electronics is at the heart of everyday life. Consumer electronics, mobile devices, vehicles, renewable energy systems, medical devices, wearable fitness technologies, as well as advanced robotics are now ubiquitous. As these technologies continue to evolve and grow, skilled electronic engineers continue to work at the forefront of this technological revolution. Electronic engineers work on cutting-edge research and development (R&D), advanced semi-conductor fabrication, design, prototyping, software simulation, coding, new product and applications development.
Course Structure
Our electronics courses offer a blended mix of theory classes, practical laboratories as well as project-based learning elements (hands-on). Extensive use is also made of computer-aided design (CAD) software tools and simulation resources.
Is this course for you?
Master problem solving and critical thinking
Develop practical prototyping CAD, and teamwork skills
If you want to work towards advancing electronics and new technologies for the benefit of humanity, then maybe this is the course for you.
Special Features:
Blend of theory, practical laboratory classes and hands-on project-based learning throughout.
Latest computer aided design CAD software, tools and simulation laboratories is used, e.g. Proteus, Cadence, Vivado and MATLAB.
Our students have achieved prestigious awards at national competitions, e.g. MIDAS Ireland Electronics Winner in 2019 and runners-up in 2018 and 2017.
Exit Awards:
Higher Certificate in Electronic Engineering (NFQ Level 6) after Year 2.
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering (NFQ Level 7) after Year 3.
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Mathematics and Computer Applications 1 (M)
Mathematics and Computer Applications 2 (M)
Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals (M)
Technical Communications (M)
Electronic Engineering Practice 1 (M)
Electrical and Electronic Circuits (M)
Engineering Science (M)
Electronic Engineering Practice 2 (M)
Programming Systems (M)
Development on GNU/Linux (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
Year 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Electronic Communications 1 (M)
Electronic Communications 2 (M)
Engineering Mathematics 1 (M)
Engineering Mathematics 2 (M)
Computer Programming (M)
Embedded Systems 1 (M)
System Design and Test (M)
Satellite and Microwave Systems (M)
Analogue and Digital Electronics 1 (M)
Analogue and Digital Electronics 2 (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
Year 3
Semester 5
Semester 6
Analysis of Analogue Circuits (M)
Study Semester Abroad (E)
Digital Communications (M)
Work Placement (E)
Engineering Mathematics 3 (M)
Industrial Studies (E)
Computer Networks 1 (M)
Network Programmability and Automation (E)
Embedded Systems 2 (M)
Software Defined Radio (E)
Computer Networks 2 (E)
Development Project (Engineering) (E)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
Year 4
Semester 7
Semester 8
Microelectronic Design 1 (M)
Microelectronic Design 2 (M)
Hardware Description Language (M)
Research Project (Engineering) (M)
Signals and Systems 1 (M)
Professional Studies (M)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (M)
Signals and Systems 2 (M)
Digital Systems (M)
M is a mandatory subject - E is an elective subject
What are the minimum entry requirements?
2 subjects: H5
4 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O6/H7
What follow-on study opportunities are available?
Graduates can progress to postgraduate study at either Masters (NFQ Level 9) or Doctoral (NFQ Level 10) level at IT Carlow or another third level institution.
What exemptions will I receive?
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Notes
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What will I be able to do when I finish the course?
A wide range of career opportunities exist which covers different areas and branches of electronic engineering. The electronics and ICT industry in Ireland continues to thrive and has an export revenue of over 10 billion per year. Ireland has similarities with Silicon Valley in San Francisco, in that all of the major electronics companies are based here, e.g. Intel, Apple, Analog Devices, Qualcomm, Dell, Microchip, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Xilinx, ARM, Cypress, HUAWEI and Maxim Integrated to name but a few. All of these high-tech companies require a continuous supply of talented electronic engineering graduates.
