Introduction to Engineering Management

This microcredential aims to provide a solid understanding of the highly sought-after field that is engineering management, in product development, manufacturing and other industrial, commercial, and public contexts. Students will learn to recognise different types of engineering projects, and the associated project frameworks and methodologies to use in project implementation. The students will expand their knowledge on the connections between business strategy, economics, and engineering operations. This is in addition to gaining an enhanced awareness of ethics and compromises related to engineering management. Core skills such as multidisciplinary project management, project costing, and communication skills are introduced. Students will be introduced to common pitfalls where projects fail and how to avoid them, setting them up for real-life scenarios. The theory of key project management skills is core to this course and students will engage with the Six Sigma DMAIC 12 Step Process and the Change Acceleration Process (CAP), for leading effective change and stakeholder management. Challenge-based learning initiatives form an essential element of the teachings and assessment, and the students will be introduced to tools and methods for engineering project execution.

On successful completion of this micro-credential students will be able to;

• To demonstrate potential impacts of engineering projects and activities on society, the broader economy, sustainability and the environment, which includes the context of legal and regulatory frameworks.
• To demonstrate the application and impact of professional ethical principles in engineering practice.
• To demonstrate the application of economic decision-making principles to engineering projects.
• To effectively and inclusively manage projects in multidisciplinary and diverse environments.
• To demonstrate awareness of risks and critical elements in engineering, and applicable tools and methods for efficient execution of engineering projects.
• To demonstrate professional engineering management skills, including project management, project costing, and communication.

A Primary Honours degree, Level 8 in Electronic/Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Sciences or other Cognate/Engineering Disciplines. Applications are also invited from diverse educational and/or employment backgrounds, with applications evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

And also to indicate the required documentation:

• Please provide Academic Transcripts for final year of study where appropriate (English translation)
• All applicants must submit a copy of their passport

There is no availability for a deferred entry onto a micro-credential.

If applicable, evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements.  Please see here.

For further information regarding the HCI learner subsidy eligibility criteria please click here. (https://hea.ie/skills-engagement/hci-pillar-3-micro-credentials-learner-fee-subsidy/).