Bachelor's Degree Programs and Employability Skills at the University of Limerick, Lecture notes of Biomedical Engineering

Download Bachelor's Degree Programs and Employability Skills at the University of Limerick and more Lecture notes Biomedical Engineering in PDF only on Docsity! Further studies chosen by UL graduates Organisations that employ UL graduates UL graduates nine months after graduation Further career information Employabilty Skills gained from your degree Page 5 Bachelor of Architecture Introduction The School of Architecture at the University of Limerick offers a five-year undergraduate degree in architecture. The objective of the School is to educate architects with a set of integrated skills, balanced with a clear understanding of the environment – built, existing and imagined. The Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) has awarded full accreditation to the architecture programme at UL. Studying architecture in an accredited programme is the first step towards becoming a registered professional architect. The School of Architecture embraces all parts of an architect’s education. It is a place where the study of architecture is undertaken with passion and inventiveness—an open and transparent society of mobile thinkers. The School of Architecture teaches an architecture that is integrated with Environmental and Structural engineering. As a graduate of this course, you will be in a position to start working in an architect’s office. This is the path followed by most graduates. Architecture studies include broad, encompassing technical skills, design, art, history and presentation skills. Some graduates move into other areas, including policy-making or public administration, business or urban design, photography or other arts, furniture or model-making, research and writing; other graduates pursue further studies. Recognised degree courses in architecture take five years of full-time study. Many students take a year out for practical experience between the third and fourth years. So the whole process, from start to full professional qualification generally takes seven to nine years. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Problem-solving in an analytical, logical way • Decision-making • Working effectively in multinational teams • Using creativity to establish innovative solutions • Managing the design process and evaluating outcomes • Meeting the changing needs of customers • Numeracy, design and drawing • IT skills (e.g. CAD) • Project management • Teamwork • Written and verbal communication • Research • Flexibility in dealing with unexpected situations • Self-reflection and continued professional development Page 6 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. MSc in Computational Finance MSc in Creative Modelling Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme: A2 Architects Bucholz McEvoy Architects Casper Mueller Kneer Chipperfield Coady Partnership Architects Concord Architects Cork County Council David Howell Design David Quigley Architects David Walker Architects Hassett Ducatez Architects Healy Partners HMSHost Hugh Kelly Architects James Corbett Architects Jmarchitects John Fleming Architects Joseph Donk Architects Leyden Hassett & Associates Limerick City of Culture Millar+Howard Workshop Architects Open Architects Punch Consulting Engineers Reiach and Hall Architects Royal Bank of Scotland Simon J. Kelly Architects SPAN Architecture Tony Mullen Architects Vistakon Voxpro Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed on Graduate Outcomes Surveys by graduates approximately one year after graduation: Architect Architect Part II Architect Technician Architectural Assistant Architectural Graduate Architectural Research Assistant Consultant Junior Architect Project Architect Teaching Assistant Technical Support Agent Architecture Tutor Page 7 Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering Introduction The Aeronautical Engineering course at UL is your gateway into the hugely exciting aerospace industry. This elite course is one of the most respected in Europe and is supported by outstanding facilities, including wind tunnels and composites manufacturing equipment. Job prospects have never been brighter for Aerospace Engineers: currently, there is a major shortage of such graduates in Europe. More than 70 per cent of our graduates work in the Aerospace industry and 63 per cent live in the Republic of Ireland. The course is accredited by Engineers Ireland and is the only NFQ Level 8 degree course in Aeronautical Engineering in the Republic of Ireland. In Year 3, top-performing students can spend a semester at the world-renowned Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, USA, or at Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, USA, which is currently ranked in the top five US engineering schools. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Developing specialist knowledge in areas including aerodynamics, stress engineering, materials and structures, and sustainable aircraft design • Working effectively in multinational teams • Using creativity to establish innovative solutions • Managing the design process and evaluating outcomes • Meeting the changing needs of customers • Numeracy, IT skills and attention to detail • Teamwork • Leadership • Project management • Communicatiion (written and verbal) • Development of economically viable, ethically sound and sustainable solutions Page 10 Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics Introduction Fundamental principles of physics govern our existence in this world. At the same time, these principles have been exploited in making possible the many technological advances that surround us. The BSc in Applied Physics strikes the right balance between obtaining a fundamental understanding of these principles and learning how to apply them in a way that leads to discoveries and innovations. This pragmatic approach, underpinned by a strong link with local industry, will ensure that you are highly desirable as an employee and very flexible in adapting to different employment conditions in industry, research organisations, academia, etc. Graduates of this course have contributed to ground-breaking scientific discoveries, trend- setting innovations and high-yield production technologies. They are sought after for top- end fundamental research and cutting-edge technological innovation roles. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop skills for employment including: • Planning, executing, analysing and reporting on experiments and investigations • Analysing data, evaluating the level of uncertainty in experimental investigations and drawing valid conclusions • Understanding mathematical modelling and the role of approximation • Producing clear and accurate scientific reports • Using laboratory apparatus and techniques soundly • Using technical language correctly • Working independently, using initiative to meet deadlines, and interacting constructively with other people • Constructon of logical arguments • Problem solving by identifying the appropriate principles and using scientific techniques such as special and limiting cases and order-of-magnitude estimates • Numerical skills • Attention to detail • IT skills, including using programming languages and applications • Communication—listening carefully, reading demanding texts, and presenting complex information clearly Page 11 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications graduates have pursued: Graduate Entry Medicine MA in Business Management MEng in VLSI Systems MSc in Chemical Engineering MSc in Medical Physics MSc in Nano Bioscience MSc in Physics MSc in Physics /Engineering PhD research in a relevant field Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme: Accenture Analog Devices ASML Firecomms GenCell Biosystems Global Foundries Intel Irdeto Johnson & Johnson Microsemi Molex SAP Stryker Job titles of graduates with this degree Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation: Quality Control Analyst Consultant Laboratory Technician Tech Support Medical Physicist Process Engineer Research and Development Engineer Software Developer/Engineer Page 12 Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering Introduction Modern medicine has given rise to the development of a wide range of novel engineering solutions to clinical problems. Examples of these developments vary from orthopaedic implants (e.g. total hip replacements) to cardiovascular implants (e.g. coronary stents, which are small wire scaffolds inserted into the blood vessels around the heart). As a result of the increased collaboration between engineers and doctors, the discipline of Biomedical Engineering has developed. Biomedical Engineering is the fastest-growing area of Engineering. Students who follow this programme can look forward to exciting and rewarding careers in the biomedical engineering industry, an industry that is undergoing major expansion internationally and in Ireland. The biomedical engineering industry has established operations in Ireland from all the major multinational companies resulting in the need for highly skilled biomedical engineers. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Solving problems using logic, creative and innovative approaches • Planning, prioritising, working to deadlines and under pressure • Communicating effectively (verbally and written) • Working in multidisciplinary teams • Numeracy and IT skills, with excellent use of statistics • Project management • Awareness of cost/value • Awareness of social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities • Attention to detail • Good judgement and acceptance of responsibility Page 15 Further study options for graduates with this degree Graduates with this degree have pursued PhD research in a chosen field. Organisations employing graduates with this degree Athy International Concentrates (The Coca-Cola Company) Glanbia Lifescan Regeneron PFGI Consulting Engineers MSD Hovione Eli Lilly Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduate Engineer Process Development & Chemical Engineer IPT Engineer Process Engineer Process Projects Engineer Biotech Production Specialist Page 16 Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Introduction The Civil Engineering programme at UL is fully accredited by Engineers Ireland and uses a student-centered approach to teaching, using techniques such as problem-based learning and active learning. You will develop your ability to work on a team, to plan and present, to undertake research and to apply your knowledge. Most civil engineering today deals with structures, roads, bridges, railways, water supply, transportation and traffic, waste water, protection of the environment, flood control and power plants. The details of a career path can vary, depending on market forces and your personal preferences. In some fields and in some firms, entry-level engineers work primarily monitoring construction in the field, serving as the ‘eyes and ears’ of more senior design engineers; while in other areas, entry-level engineers perform routine analysis or design tasks. The flexibility offered by the breadth and structure of the course will provide you with the diverse skills necessary to adapt to the demands and challenges of civil engineering practice in the 21st century. Career opportunities exist in areas of infrastructure, building, water resources, environmental and government agencies. Employability skills gained from your degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Solving problems in an analytical, logical way • Working in teams • Conducting research • Making decisions • Being flexible in dealing with unexpected situations • Numeracy, design and drawing • IT skills (e.g. CAD) • Project management • Self-reflection and continued professional development • Written and verbal communication Page 17 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. MSc Structural Dynamics MSc in Financial Services MSc in Project Management MSc in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering Research PhD-Information Technology in Architecture, Engineering and Construction Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme: 4site Arup Atkins BHP Laboratories Bord Gáis Brian Conneely Civil Engineer Byrne Looby Partners Clancy Construction Contech Construction Dennany Reidy Associates EirGrid Fort McMurray GCL Engineering JBA Consulting JB Barry & Partners J Reddington K&J Townmore Construction Kentz KPMG Lagan Construction McHugh Construction Modebest Munster Joinery Murphy Group Northvale Construction PHM Consulting Punch Consulting Engineers PVP Engineering Reddington Richard Nolan Civil Engineering Tobin Consulting Page 20 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications graduates have pursued: HDip in Business Studies PhD in Computer Science, Creative Informatics and Interactive Media MEng in Information and Network Security MSc in Software Engineering Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Action Point BAE Systems Applied Intelligence Bloomberg PolarLake Deloitte Demonware Doc’s Homes eirpoint Fidelity Investments HP IBM Intel McAfee MDS Microsoft OKI Rapid Ratings Rockstar North RR Donnelley The Rosetta Foundation Ubisoft Reflections Virgin Media Wind Energy Direct Page 21 Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed on the Graduate Outcomes Survey by graduates approximately one year after graduation: Social Localisation Programmer Software Developer Software Engineer Software Programmer Software QA Tester System Document Author Systems Software Engineer Systems Technician Technical Support Technology Analyst (Consulting Department) Graduate Programme Intern IT Technician Junior IT Consultant Junior Software Engineer Marketing Executive Mission Scripter Programming Engineer QA Engineer Research Assistant Service Engineer Page 22 Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Introduction The Computer Systems programme at UL aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a successful and effective computer professional. You are probably aware of the important role of computer software in everyday life: in your phone, your camera, your music player, and your social networking sites. But are you also aware of the many advanced and highly sophisticated software-intensive systems that underpin the modern world? For example, software-based systems play an important role in all kinds of systems, including traffic management, energy generation, manufacturing, aeronautical systems, education, entertainment and business. On completion of the programme, graduates go on to a variety of interesting and rewarding software careers based in large and small organisations, in industry, in research and in education and training. As ever, the primary focus of this course is on the underlying principles of software development and their application to modern software development practices. We want you to secure a firm and lasting intellectual foundation that will allow you to acquire new and specific technical knowledge over a lifelong career. The course is designed to give you ample opportunities to learn and apply knowledge in small tutorials and practical groups. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Evaluating potential risks and designing creative solutions • Teamwork • Communicating *written and verbal) • Report writing • Presenting reasoned arguments • Retrieving information • Coping with rapid technological changes • Developing commercial awareness • Ability to construct, design and specify computer-based systems • Leadership • Time management and organisation • Architectural and programming design patterns • Verification and validation • Agile development Page 25 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Engineering Introduction The main aim of the course is to give you the skills to take projects from design to reality. Using a broad-based management and technological education, you will be capable of recognising, evaluating and solving construction and business problems associated with building and civil engineering projects. You will learn how to adapt to technological change in a competitive industrial climate. Managing construction projects requires a high level of organisation, both commercially and technologically. Construction management prepares you to systematically plan, organise and manage resources such as people, finance, plant and materials. Construction engineering gives you the skills necessary to implement processes and methods of construction to produce a quality building in an efficient and safe manner. The Construction Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing a construction project from inception to completion. UL’s programme equips graduates with broad skills in construction techniques, planning and control, and management. The diversity of the programme prepares construction managers to lead projects of immense complexity in an exciting and rewarding profession. The University of Limerick’s Construction Management and Engineering programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE). Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Dealing with complex technical detail and the wider demands of a project • Working in teams • Communicating (written and verbal) • Planning and managing construction projects • Assimilating new information quickly • Analysing and critically examining a range of information sources for decision-making • Researching in-depth problems to design real solutions • Gathering, summarising and presenting information • Leadership and management of employees • Technical expertise • Logical thinking, numeracy and computing • An understanding of compliance (e.g. health and safety) Page 26 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued: Diploma in Accounting and Corporate Finance Professional Master’s in Education (Technology) MA in Business Management MA in English Language Teaching MSc in Music Technology MEng Sustainable Energy MEng in Research MSc in Civil Engineering MSc in Construction MSc in Infrastructure Engineering MSc in International Management and Global Business MSc in Project Management MSc in Quantity Surveying MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering PhD in Engineering Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme: AP Megan BAM Contractors BAM Ferrovial Kier JV-Crossrail Boston Scientific Byrne Bros Cargill Celtic Anglian Water Civmec Clancy Construction Coffey Northumbrian Gleeson Steel & Engineering JBA Consulting J Coffey J.H. Lynch & Sons JJ Rhatigan & Co J Murphy & Sons John Paul Construction John Sisk and Son J.T. Magen & Co. Kentz Morrison Utility Services Munster Group North Tipperary County Council Oriental Consultants PM&C Saudi Arabia Reidy Contracting Group Sommerman Skinner Associates Tipperary County Council Page 27 Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduates progressing directly into employment take up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation: Assistant Engineer Assistant Project Manager Building Energy Rating Assessor Business Reporting Administrator Civil Engineer Construction Labourer Construction Manager Draftsman Engineer – Roads Section Graduate Trainee Health & Safety Engineering Supervisor Junior Civil Engineer Junior Construction Engineer Junior Project Manager Medical Device Analyst Project Engineer Project Manager Engineer/Estimator Engineer Manager Engineer/Supervisor Field Surveyor Foreman Graduate Construction Commercial Manager Graduate Project Engineer Graduate Site Engineer Project Superintendent Property Manager Quality Assurance Representative Quantity Surveyor Site Engineer Site Manager Surveyor TBM Shift Engineer Trainee Engineer Bachelor of Science in Economics and Mathematical Sciences Introduction Extensive use of quantitative techniques and an emphasis on the importance of analytical thinking will instil transferable skills that you can use and develop in a wide range of careers. Studying Economics and Mathematical Sciences develops habits of rigorous thought, application of quantitative tools, and clear writing skills. This programme is an excellent way to acquire problem-solving skills and develop a logical, ordered way of looking at issues. By the end of this course, you will be able to apply various mathematical techniques to understand the physical and economic worlds we inhabit. This degree aims to equip mathematically competent students with a more specialised focus at the level of mathematical theory and statistical analysis, while simultaneously providing them with an exposure to the principles of economics and its key applications. In a dynamic learning environment, students develop high standards of numeracy and key skills in analytical thinking. Many diverse career opportunities are open to graduates with strong applied quantitative skills. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Analysing and interpreting data • Finding patterns and drawing conclusions • Applying economic principles and models • Approaching problems in an analytical and rigorous way • Formulating theories and applying them to solve problems • Handling complex data and applying math- ematical and statistical analysis methods • Presenting mathematical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity • Logical thinking • Communication and presentation skills • Time management • Organisational skills and working methodically and accurately • Teamwork and the ability to work independently • Statistical analysis Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications these graduates have pursued. HDip in Accounting and Corporate Finance MSc in Actuarial Science MSc in Business Analytics MSc in Computational Finance MSc in Economic Analysis MSc in Financial Services MSc in Statistics Page 30 Page 31 Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme. Accenture Central Bank of Ireland Competition and Consumer Protection Commission Department of Finance ESRI FCOS GlobalReach Invesco KPMG State Street Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduates who progressed directly to employment have taken up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Actuary Equities Trader IT Consultant Pensions Administrator Research Analyst Trainee Accountant Page 32 Bachelor of Science in Electronics Introduction Smart electronic systems are an ever-increasing part of daily life. They are encountered in the home and the workplace, controlling the environment within our buildings, safely regulating the cars that we drive and revolutionising how we spend our free time. The electronic systems of today are highly complex and miniaturised so that they can fit in our pockets, can be worn without discomfort (indeed they will be soon embedded in our clothing), and can occupy as little desk space as possible. • There are lots of exciting and rewarding ‘green’ career opportunities in Electronics. • All utility supplies to home or business (e.g. electricity, water or oil) now need to be monitored electronically. • New electronic technology is deployed everywhere. Maintenance and Performance challenges for this technology are increasing every day. • Electronics specialists are required to upgrade and maintain energy standards in homes, businesses and the healthcare services sector. • It is clear that the extraordinary growth in the Electronics sector is set to continue far into the future and that the need for talented people and new companies to design, test, install and maintain these electronic systems has never been greater. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Problem-solving in an analytical, logical way • Working in teams • Communicating (written and verbal) • Conducting research • Decision-making • Managing projects • Self-reflection and continued pro- fessional development • Numeracy, design and drawing • IT skills (e.g. CAD) • Critical thinking and the ability to interpret data • Awareness of ethical issues • Flexibility in dealing with unexpected situations Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. GradDip in Chemical Engineering MSc Advanced Engineering Materials MSc in Bio Fuel Process Engineering MSc in Energy Management MEng in Science, Sustainable Energy MSc in Carbon Finance MSc in Computational Finance MSc in Financial Economics MSc in Risk Management and Insurance MSc in Technology and Innovation Management Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations employing graduates of this programme Antaris Consulting Ashgrove Renewables Astellas Danske Bank EirGrid Electric Ireland ESB GECAS Intel MCS Medite Europe Northern Trust Optinergy ORS Procter & Gamble Regeneron ResourceKraft Schneider Electric Serosep Shell SSE Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland Thermo King pages 31 Page 35 Page 36 Job titles for graduates with this degree Graduates who progressed directly to employment have taken up a wide variety of roles. The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Applications Engineer Data Processor Design Engineer Energy Procurement Consultant Energy Project Engineer Fund Accountant Futures Trader Test Engineer Graduate Subsea Hardware Engineer Manufacturing Scientist Manufacturing Technician Process Engineer Project Engineer Technical Communications Engineer Page 37 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science Introduction Are you interested in Science? Are you concerned about the quality of our environment? Would you like a career helping to make improvements to our environment for the benefit of current and future generations? Do you want a challenging career and one tailored to meet the needs of a wide spectrum of employers? If so, this programme may be for you. Stringent environmental requirements are being placed on industry and community in areas such as energy usage, waste minimisation, waste management, recycling, and water and air quality. Consequently, there is a strong demand for graduates with a scientific understanding of environmental health and safety issues, together with a full knowledge of technological and management methods available to help improve the quality of our environment. Environmental Science at the University of Limerick is a distinctive programme because of its relevance to industry and business, through a focus on environmental technology, environmental management, and health and safety in the workplace. You will be provided with a strong foundation in biology, chemistry and ecology, and with in-depth knowledge in environmental technology, environmental monitoring and management, conservation and waste management. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Researching and problem-solving • Developing arguments from scientific, ethical and philosophical perspectives • Planning and managing projects • Gathering, analysing and communicating complex technical data • Flexibility in working in all kinds of environments, developed through field-work experience • Numerical and IT skills, developed through the application of statistics and measurement techniques • Broad understanding of local, national and global environmental issues Page 40 Bachelor of Science in Equine Science Introduction Would you like to follow a professional career in the horse industry? The four-year BSc degree in Equine Science provides you with the opportunity to underpin your career aspirations with specialist knowledge and skills. This programme, unique in Europe, has been developed because of the economic importance of the horse and related industries and the consequential need to produce highly qualified personnel with the specialised knowledge to exploit the potential of these industries. The overall aim of the programme is to equip you with degree-level competence in the disciplines of Equine Science and a choice of professional studies in either Equitation* or Equine Business Management. Graduates of the programme contribute to the continued development of the horse industry through the application of their knowledge, skills and research in Science, Equitation and Business Management. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Working independently and in teams • Working at all levels of the horse industry • Thinking critically • Knowledge of equitation and business • Familiarity with the national and international horse industry Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. Master’s Degree Research MSc in Animal Behaviour MSc in Equine Science MSc in Project Management MSc in Reproduction Science Veterinary Medicine Page 41 Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Advanced Diagnostics Black River Farm Coolmore America Coolmore Stud Grange Stud Hill Stables Irish Equine Centre Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Apprentice Scheme with YITBA Equine Nutrition Specialist Laboratory Assistant Stable Manager Stud Employee Senior Clinical Pathology Technologist Showjumper Stable Hand Page 42 Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics Introduction This programme produces graduates with developed mathematical, statistical and computing skills, and the ability to apply these skills to the quantitative analysis of industrial, commercial or financial business decisions. Employers are very keen to hire graduates with good quantitative skills as well as a financial background. The programme also aims to produce graduates with sufficient mathematical, statistical and computing skills for them to undertake postgraduate work in these or related areas. As part of the Cooperative education aspect of this programme, you will have the opportunity to gain experience of working in a company or department where these skills are used. This programme provides you with an education in the appropriate branches of mathematics. You will explore and develop standard methods and techniques using mathematical, symbolic and statistical computing packages. You will be introduced to state-of-the art theory and methodologies used in the pricing of financial products, the modelling of markets and the practical implementations of these models. As a student of financial mathematics you will observe the application of mathematics to problems drawn from industry, commerce and financial services. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Finding patterns and drawing conclusions • Approaching problems in an analytical and rigorous way • Formulating theories and applying them to solve problems • Dealing with abstract concepts • Presenting mathematical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity • Numeracy and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data • Advanced numeracy and analysing large quantities of data • Logical thinking • Teamwork and the ability to work independently Page 45 Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. CP Ingredients Cadbury Dairygold Dawn Foods Diageo Danone Dew Valley Foods Kerry Group Rudds Fine Foods Glanbia Abbot Eurofins Food Testing Ireland PLC Ingredients Queally’s Arrow Food Group Carberry Group Irish Distillers Green Farm Foods Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Culinary Technologist Food Technologist Laboratory Analyst QA & Regulatory Technologist Quality Analyst Quality Technician Sensory Analyst Supervisor Technical Sales Coordinator Page 46 Bachelor of Science in Industrial Biochemistry Introduction The BSc in Industrial Biochemistry is a degree programme in biotechnology. It focuses on the study of living cells (or components of living cells) and the medical/industrial applications of such substances. It is designed to prepare you for a career in biotechnology and allied industries, and has a very strong employment record. Examples of traditional biotechnological processes include the use of microorganisms to produce alcohol or antibiotics. Examples of more modern biotechnological processes include the use of genetic engineering to produce protein-based drugs (e.g. Interferons), engineered plants (e.g. drought- or pesticide-resistant) or transgenic animals displaying novel characteristic (e.g. faster growth). Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Understanding complex biological processes • Assembling arguments and engaging in debate • Thinking independently and problem-solving • Full and critical understanding of relevant texts • Critical, analytical and practical skills • Numeracy • Communication, presentation and IT skills • Teamwork • Self-management and professional development Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. PhD in a relevant research field GradDip in Chemical Engineering Graduate Entry Medicine MA in Business Management MSc in Biochemistry MSc in Biomedical Science MSc in Biotechnology MSc in Computational Biology Page 47 Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Arise Europe Beckman Coulter BioMarin Dairygold EirGen GSK Janssen Monaghan Biosciences Monaghan Mushrooms Novartis Regeneron Vistakon Waters Technologies Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Biotech Production Manufacturing Technician Irish Research Council Laboratory Assistant Laboratory Technician Manufacturing Biochemist Process Technician QC Analyst Quality Officer Research and Development Analyst Technical Support Page 50 Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics Introduction Have you ever thought about the following questions? • Why is the weather so difficult to predict? • What do stock markets and earthquakes have in common? • How can matter be a wave on atomic scales? • How can wave mechanics produce the next generation of computers? • How do you model the universe in a computer? • How does the spreading of a disease explain star formation? All these questions share something in common: they can be answered at the interface of mathematics and physics. Understanding both subjects equally allows a unique view of the world that lets you capture and analyse its true complexity in an elegant way: it allows you to explain the world, see effects not yet detected or realised, and even predict how it will behave. You will need to be comfortable with mathematics, and have an innate curiosity about how the world works. You should also be interested in applying your skills in mathematics and physics to understanding and solving real-world problems.This course seeks to provide a genuine mixture of the two subjects. In addition to developing core and advanced mathematical skills, training will be provided in fundamental physics – spanning mechanics to quantum mechanics – and in state-of-the-art applications of physics, such as nanotechnology. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Designing and conducting observational and experimental studies • Analysing and interpreting data, finding patterns and drawing conclusions • Dealing with abstract concepts • Presenting mathematical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity • Advanced numeracy and analysing large quantities of data • Logical thinking • Numeracy—mathematical modelling, interpreting and presenting information graphically, and using mathematics to find solutions to scientific problems • IT skills, including specialist software packages and some programming • Attention to detail • Communication— conveying complex ideas and using technical language correctly Page 51 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. PhD in a relevant research field GradDip in Chemical Engineering Graduate Entry Medicine MA in Business Management MSc in Biochemistry MSc in Biomedical Science MSc in Biotechnology MSc in Computational Biology Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Barclays Investment Bank Magellan Aviation Group Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey Data Analyst Financial Analyst Page 52 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Introduction Mechanical Engineering is a broad-based discipline. Students following the degree programme are prepared for careers in many industrial sectors, including such diverse areas as power generation, mechanical design, automotive, chemical processing, pharmaceutical, food processing, manufacturing, design consultancy, materials processing and aviation. The Mechanical Engineering degree programme aims not only to give you a thorough background in fundamental Mechanical Engineering subjects but also allows specialisation in one of a number of areas of particular relevance to Irish industry. Mechanical Engineering at the University of Limerick adheres to traditional guidelines set out by the professional engineering institutions (such as Engineers Ireland and IMechE) and requires you to have an aptitude for mathematics and problem solving. Mechanical Engineering at the University of Limerick is an honours degree programme accredited by Engineers Ireland (www. engineersireland.ie). The qualifications of graduates are recognised worldwide through international accords. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Analysing energy and thermo- fluid components and systems • Designing machines, devices and components, and performing stress-analyses on these systems • Understanding instrumentation and the control of mechanical devices • Planning, prioritising, working to deadlines and under pressure • Working in multidisciplinary teams • Communication • Problem-solving through logic and creative and innovative approaches • Numeracy and IT skills, with excellent use of analytical skills • Project management • Awareness of cost/value • Awareness of social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities • Attention to detail • Good judgement and acceptance of responsibility Page 55 Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey Assembly Technician Associate R&D Engineer Automation Engineer Automation Project Engineer Business and System Integration Analyst Cables Engineer CAD Technician Calibration Specialist Calibration Technician Commissioning Engineer Computer Design Control Engineer Customer Engineer Design Assurance Engineer Design Engineer EASA Part 21 Design Engineer Electrical Engineer Engineering Assistant Engineering Cadet Engineering Professional Development Programme Graduate Design Engineer Graduate Engineer Graduate Mechanical Engineer Graduate Programme Hyperbaric Systems Project Engineer KTP Associate Lead Developer Maintenance Manager Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Engineering Technician Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Engineer MEP Supervisor Planning Engineer Plant Engineer Process Development Engineer Process Improvement Engineer Process Technician Product Design Engineer Product Development Engineer Profile Engineer Process Engineer Project Engineer Project Manager Quality Assurance Engineer R&D Prototype Technician Research and Development Engineer Research Assistant Software Engineer Stores Manager Stress Engineer Supplier Quality Engineer System Install Engineer Technical Services Graduate Engineer Test Engineer Trade Development Executive Trainee R&D Engineer Page 56 Bachelor of Science in Mobile Communications and Security Introduction Computers, networks and mobile devices are everywhere today. We rely on them for our banking, shopping, entertainment and health, sending and storing all kinds of sensitive and important data. But are they safe? When you use an ATM machine, how do you know that your transaction is secure? When you order online, how can you trust the system not to give away your credit card details? Thanks to mobile devices, people are now contactable wherever they are. This ‘always connected’ status enables us to work from many locations. But how can you be sure that someone isn’t snooping on your connection? In a wireless connected world populated by computer viruses, spyware, malware and bots, security is vital. As the world is becoming increasingly interconnected through telecommunication networks, cloud computing and the internet, there has been a rapid growth in security software and the electronic communications market. Companies, governments and research organisations in Ireland and across the world are actively seeking professionals to design, manage and secure applications and networks. The BSc in Mobile Communications and Security in UL is about teaching you how to build secure systems to protect vital information, such as bank details and medical records. You will be equipped with the expertise to be a leader in the ongoing mobile networking revolution. You will be taught key concepts in computer and web security, including: Software Development, Networking, Data Forensics, Ethical Hacking, Encryption, Computer Law and Ethics, Cloud Computing fundamentals and security. By the end of this course, you will be well placed to build the secure and safe networks and systems of the future, in addition to tackling web- and computer-based crime. Our well- equipped and modern laboratory facilities will enable you to acquire practical experience that will make you very competitive in today’s job market – and tomorrow’s. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Designing and testing networks, computer software and security • Programming and software development skills • Using specialist knowledge creatively and innovatively to solve problems • Developing for the Internet of Things—from sensors to cloud • Pragmatism and practicality to turn a concept into reality • Written and oral communication • Teamwork • Project management • Professionalism and the ability to work to an ethical code Page 57 • Developing mobile devices and applications • Sensors, analog and digital circuits and systems • Operating systems (e.g. Linux) • Computer forensics and law • Distributed and cloud computing Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. MEng in Computer and Communications Systems MEng in Information and Network Security Research Masters and PhDs Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Buffalo Technologies Dell EMC ENET EtQ Fidelity Investments FireEye HP Intel Investec KEMP Technologies Lorgan Technologies Pilz Version 1 Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Associate Cloud Engineer Associate Technical Support Engineer Embedded Software Engineer Graduate Software Engineer IT Consultant Sales Technician Software Engineer Technical Implementation Consultant Technical Remote Specialist Technical Support Engineer Page 60 Apple Balleruaille Barclays Bet365 Booking.com Boston Scientific Byrne, Curtin & Kelly Accountants Captivio Digital River Dreamcatcher Productions EPIK (English programme in Korea) Ericsson Galway Bay FM Happy Ending Productions Instillo Intellectual property rights International House Mataró Itgs Labs Jump n’ Shout Media KPMG Media Designers Music Generation Limerick Neil Quinn Design Notting Hill Housing Offline Central Sambro Score Music Interactive Spin South West Three SpunOut Star Systems Taxback.com Telegael Tricycle Interactive Design University of Limerick Voxpro Zagg International Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Android Developer Audio Technician Call Centre Operator Client Account Executive Content Manager Customer Service Data Analyst Director, Music Producer, Songwriter E-Gaming Executive English Language Teacher Page 61 Film & Television Camera Trainee Freelance Sound Engineer Internal Communications Assistant IOS Advisor (Tech Support) IT Assistant IT Consultant Light Technician Manager, Editor, Producer and Contributor Marketing Account Executive Media Editor Media Producer Mobile UI Developer Music Tutor Production Assistant Programmer Radio Presenter Researcher/Assistant Editor Runner Software Developer Sound Editor Sound Engineer Support Staff (Teaching Assistant) Teacher Technical Support Page 62 Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry Introduction Are you interested in a career that makes a practical contribution to addressing the challenges we face in the world? Are you curious about the discovery of new drugs to fight disease, the development of chemicals for consumer goods (detergents, paints, cosmetics, etc.) and the invention of new materials for next generation solar cells, batteries and medical devices? Have you a flair for science and technology? Would you like to use these talents in a well-paid, intellectually satisfying and productive career as a professional chemist? If so, this programme may be for you. The Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry programme qualifies you for employment in a variety of professional careers in the pharmaceuticals and chemicals sector. Several features of the course structure ensure that you are well prepared for the challenges of a position in these fields immediately on graduation. Fundamental and applied aspects of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical and materials chemistry are covered, as well as key chemical engineering topics. The course is accredited by the Institute of Chemistry of Ireland and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) with graduates eligible for RSC Chartered Chemist status. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Analysing and problem-solving • Monitoring/maintaining records and data • Working in teams • Communicating (verbal and written) • Excellent laboratory techniques • Specific knowledge in the traditional fields of chemistry, inorganic, organic, physical, analytical and materials • Strong mathematical and numerical ability • Time management • IT skills Page 65 Further study options for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of further education qualifications that graduates have pursued. GradDip in Computer Aided Engineering Product Design MA in Business Management MA in Interactive Media MA in Technical Communication and E-Learning MBS Management and Marketing Masters in International Entrepreneurship Management MSc in Biomedical Engineering MSc in Marketing, Consumption and Society PhD in EcoDesign: Sustainable Materials PhD in Sustainable Electronics Postgraduate Certificate in Education Research Master’s in Design Specialist Diploma in Innovation Management Organisations employing graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of organisations that have employed graduates of this programme. Allied Patent Research & Development Asmythics Experience Auto Process Design Bolgers Engineering Bord Gáis Energy Boston Scientific EJ CISD Cook Medical Creganna Tactx Medical Dawnlough Ltd DePuy Element Six Energized Work FDK Engineering Feeney Keating Engineering Fleming Medical Ground Construction Jones Engineering Intel Kirby Group Engineering Lake Region Medical LirChild Sportswear Logitech Medtronic Microsoft Modular Automation Molex Nexus Innovation Centre Ohshima Omos Portwest ProSys Sampling Solid Works Ltd Stryker TIDI Tidi Solutions Ltd Valeo Vision Systems Virgin Media Vistakon Page 66 Job titles for graduates with this degree The following provides a sample of initial roles listed in the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) by graduates approximately one year after graduation. Associate Product Development Engineer Associate Research & Development BIM/CAD Designer CAD Design Engineer Data Analyst Design Engineer Document Controller/Project Administrator Graduate Design Engineer Graduate Industrial Designer Process Developer Product Design Associate Product Designer Product Development Engineer Product Engineer Product R&D Project Manager Prototype Technician R&D Engineer Service Engineer Head of Design Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Engineering Intern Technology Transfer Engineer Technician Temporary Associate R&D Engineer UX and design Web Designer Page 67 Bachelor of Science in Technology Management Introduction The BSc in Technology Management is a course unique to UL, offering a mix of engineering and business studies subjects. It opens up opportunities for you to work in numerous roles in a wide range of industries. Technology Management has been designed and developed in consultation with a panel of leading industrial experts to ensure that you will have the skills needed by industry. You will experience a broad range of subjects that will give you a good insight into the workings of modern industry. Because of the mix of business and engineering subjects, graduates have a strong track record of securing employment. All subjects on the course are taught as if you have never experienced that subject before, and are taught through lectures, tutorials and/or practical, hands-on sessions. Employability skills from this degree Graduates from this programme develop employability skills including: • Problem-solving through logic and creative and innovative approaches • Planning, prioritising, working to deadlines and under pressure • Communicating and working in multidisciplinary teams • Numeracy and IT skills, with excellent analytical skills • Attention to detail • Good judgement and acceptance of responsibility • CAD—ability to interpret engineering drawings towards design considerations • Quality systems and measurement— Lean Thinking & Lean Tools (DIMAC,A3) • Supply Chain: MRP, ERP, forecasting • Operations management • Foundations of business—HR/ER, accountancy, financial planning, marketing, entrepreneurship • Technology design management— automation, new product development