University College Cork (UCC), Ireland
University College Cork (UCC)| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEngSc | Full-time, Part-time | 1 year | September | find out | find out |
Overview
In the MEngSc Information Technology in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (Bauinformatik) you will learn how to apply computer science technologies to sustainable design, facilities management, energy management, and construction management.
The course is designed for professionals as well as young graduates from all computer science and engineering disciplines who want to improve their knowledge of customising information and communication technologies to support the design, commissioning and operation of civil engineering systems.
The course addresses the increasing need for engineers and architects with advanced knowledge and skills in the application of information and communication technologies to support sustainable design and operation of buildings and energy systems, facilities management, virtual construction, building information modelling (BIM) and structural engineering.
Lecturers are broadcast through the web, and can be attended either in UCC or from a remote location. Experts from six European universities contribute their knowledge to the course.
Course Details
You will get hands-on experience in planning, customising, and maintaining state-of-the-art software systems for the needs of the AEC and FM sectors with an emphasis on complex engineering systems such as smart buildings. The course consists of four pillars:
In the first teaching period students acquire knowledge of:
In the first teaching period students acquire knowledge of:
The two projects focus on:
The course is based on the principle of research-led teaching, ie. project work will be based on practical examples. Researchers and PhD students from UCC will be involved in mentoring and supervising assignments and projects. On completion of the course, you will be extremely attractive to employers who need engineering with a strong IT-background, working in the following areas:
You will develop skills in:
Fact File
Course Code: CKR29 Full-time & Part-time
Course Title: Engineering - Information Technology in Architecture, Engineering and Construction.
College: Science, Engineering and Food Science
Duration: 1 year Full-time, 2 years Part-time
Teaching Mode: Full-time, Part-Time
Qualifications: MEngSc
NFQ Level: Level 9
Costs: 2017/2018 Irish/EU EUR 7,000 Full time, EUR 4,000 Part time per year
2017 Entry Requirements: Candidates must have a BE (Hons) or BEng (Hons) or a Second Class Honours degree in Computer Science.The minimum grade is 2H2 or equivalent. See also detailed entry requirements.
Closing Date: See details in application procedure section below
Next Intake: 11th September 2017
Course Practicalities
The course can be taken on a full-time (one year) or part-time (two year) basis with an option to complete at postgraduate diploma level. Lectures are broadcast using web-technology and can be attended either in UCC, in your home, or at your workplace. The majority of lectures are scheduled outside normal working hours. Block seminars consisting of full-day events are available once a month during academic periods. The course requires the completion of two projects, but can be combined with a work placement. A minor thesis contribution begins when all taught modules are completed successfully and involves four months of research work.
Assessment
Modules focusing on the acquisition of new knowledge are assessed by written exams (60%), in combination with continuous assessment (assignments – 40%). Modules focusing on skills-development or knowledge transfer are assessed through the submission of reports or essays in combination with presentations. Projects are usually organised in groups. They are assessed through continuous assessment (team meetings, status review meetings) and a final report complemented by a final presentation. You must pass each module (40%) and achieve an average grade of 50% across all taught modules in order to be eligible to progress with the master's thesis.
Application Procedure
Application for this programme is on-line atwww.pac.ie/ucc. Places on this programme are offered in rounds. The closing dates for each round can be found here. For full details of the application procedure click How to Apply.
All required documentation must be either uploaded to your online application, or sent in hard copy to The Postgraduate Applications Centre, 1, Courthouse Square, Galway, immediately after an application is made.
Further Contact Information
Marguerite Reardon
Executive Assistant
E: ITinAEC@ucc.ie
T: +353 (0)21 420 5400
2017 Entry Requirements: Candidates must have a BE (Hons) or BEng (Hons) or a Second Class Honours degree in Computer Science.The minimum grade is 2H2 or equivalent. See also detailed entry requirements.
Closing Date: See details in application procedure section below
Next Intake: 11th September 2017
Contact University College Cork (UCC) to find course entry requirements.
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