Automotive Engineering and Transport Management – BEng (Hons)

To develop an understanding of the basic laws of physics and their application to engineering.

Introduce the learner to the fundamentals of electricity and automotive electrical and electronic systems.

Introduce the learner to the basics of motor vehicle systems and the principles involved in their operation.

This module introduces the learner to the Microsoft Office suite of applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and demonstrates their use in everyday engineering. Beginning with the assumption that learners have no prior experience with computing, basic computing literacy is established before progressing to more advanced material. The learner will acquire general computing skills and competencies, in addition to a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office. The learner will develop the ability to apply the software to useful engineering applications such as formal report writing, generating engineering data, producing equations, data analysis, and data presentation.

Develop a recognition of the basics of engineering mathematics and use them to solve practical engineering problems.

This module is designed to provide an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of managing in a motor vehicle retailer. The module material covers, for example, Managing People, Business Communication, Marketing, Accounting and Finance and this material is related back to the franchised dealership. Assessment will include a group presentation.

Develop the learner’s knowledge of automotive electrical and electronic components and systems.

Advance the learners knowledge of motor vehicle systems, construction and design.

This module covers mathematical topics relevant to automobile technicians and road transport technology learners. It follows on from the basic principles that they have covered in Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Maths (Yr 1). Topics covered include areas, volumes, irregular shapes, trigonometry, waveform sketching, differentiation and graphical analysis. Practical problems in relation to automotive engineering are given throughout the module.

The aim of this module is have students demonstrate an understanding of some practical applications of computers in the Automotive, Transport and Agricultural Industries.

MVRM2 emphasises the management/business/administrative aspect of the Service Manager’s job. The module covers service department work-related areas such as Workshop Loading and Control, Workshop Efficiency and Productivity, Workshop Layout, Warranty Administration, Customer Service Process, etc. The module also covers the work of the Dealer Principal, the Parts Sales and Vehicle Sales departments. There is also coverage of legal issues of particular relevance to the retail motor dealer.

To expand the learners knowledge of engineering statics, dynamics, forces, hydraulics and materials testing allowing him/her to apply this knowledge to motor vehicle problems.

To educate the learner on how vital marketing and entrepreneurialism is to the transport and motor retail industry and help them to formulate a business development and marketing strategy for the various segments of that industry. Procurement and E-Tendering incorporated into this module to reflect the ever-changing nature of winning contracts along with the Regulatory Compliance, Ethics and Legal Requirements associated with these contracts

Advance the learner’s knowledge of motor vehicle systems to include commercial heavy vehicles. This module builds on the topics covered in the Heavy Vehicle Engineering by providing a more in-depth look at the technologies especially in the areas of design and operation of chassis systems Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations Electric, Hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles, E D I, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Automotive and Transport Industry.

This module is designed for students who want to learn how management can gain a competitive advantage through logistic know‑how.

To build up the learner’s knowledge of Logistics and to demonstrate the importance and relevance of Logistics Management.

Module introduces learners to the use of Microsoft Excel to solve mathematical problems encountered in the Automotive Engineering & road transportation/logistical sectors.

Enhance the learner’s existing knowledge of the most important aspects of transport and fleet operations management. To prepare the student for take Paper one of the Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) exam set by The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport. The learner will be examining the Industrial Relations and Social Legislation of Relevance to Road Transport Operation in Ireland.

The aim of this module is to address the need to provide professionals in the transport industry with safety awareness training when dealing with Drivers, Vehicles, Warehousing, Vehicle repair facilities. Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, E D I, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Automotive and Transport Industry.

On completion of the work placement period the student will have experienced and developed their understanding of working in a professional automotive/transportation environment. Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, E D I, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Automotive and Transport Industry

This subject aims to improve the learner’s knowledge and understanding of materials used by automotive engineers. Learners will apply relevant mechanical equations to practical automotive problems, components and case studies. Learning is enhanced with the use of a material selection software package. Learners will also analyse freight and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) components that are exposed to stress loading. Learners will examine the ethical impact of the materials they select.

This module aims to improve the learner’s knowledge and understanding of mechanics and failure of freight and PSV components. Learners will apply relevant mechanical equations to practical problems, components and case studies. Learning is enhanced with the use of a material selection software package. Coupled with this is the use of a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.

Transport Business Management provides students with an active insight into the methodologies and technology used to run a transport business.

This module covers the following topics, Customer Relationship Management, Human Recourses Management and Financial Planning along with the Regulatory Compliance, Ethics and Legal Requirements associated with these managerial skills Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, E D I, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Automotive and Transport Industry.

Module introduces learners to the use of Microsoft Excel to model and solve operational problems encountered in Automotive Engineering and the road transportation/logistical sectors.

This module is designed for students who want to learn how management can gain a competitive advantage through Global Logistic know-how. The student will be equipped with the tools to organise, analyse and control logistic systems. This module will help the student develop a number of Professional Transferable Skills, such as communication, critical thinking and problem solving.

Further, advance the learner’s knowledge of motor vehicle systems to include commercial heavy vehicles. This module builds on the topics covered in the Heavy Vehicle Engineering by providing a more in-depth look at the technologies especially in the areas of design and operation of chassis systems. Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, Electric, Hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles.

Further, advance the learner’s knowledge of motor vehicle systems to include commercial heavy vehicles. This module builds on the topics covered in the Heavy Vehicle Engineering by providing a more in-depth look at the technologies especially in the areas of design and operation of chassis systems. Along with a high emphasis on Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, Electric, Hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles.

Learners will gain detailed knowledge of International Trade Law and Policy in the following fields along with the Regulatory Compliance, Ethics and Legal Requirements associated with these managerial skills. Along with Sustainable Practice, European environmental regulations, E D I, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Automotive and Transport Industry.

This module aims to give the student a broad foundation in statistics so that the student has the necessary confidence and skills in descriptive statistics to visualise and interpret data both manually and using statistical software. Introduces the student to the concept of Quality Science, to give the student a broad understanding of the Six Sigma methodology and its statistical techniques

The module builds on the student’s foundation in statistics and builds confidence in statistical skills in order to, visualise and interpret inferential statistics, make good decisions from samples / populations, improve quality Exploring Quality Science, to give the student an understanding of the Six Sigma methodology, and to give the student a broad foundation in the statistical thinking that form the basis of the Six Sigma process.

This module’s aim is to develop the learner’s ability to deliver a relevant engineering research project including planning, data gathering, data analysis, and compiling a formal report document and performing oral presentations all within a defined schedule.