Bachelor of Engineering in Automation and Robotics

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest

Automation & Robotics is combination of the two most utilised technologies in todays manufacturing environments. Exploring the control of production equipment and the operation of cutting edge robotics. Engineers with these skills are now in high demand in the manufacturing sector, with many large companies struggling to fill all of their required positions due to a shortage of skilled graduates.If you are a motivated person with a creative mind, and are interested in engineering and how things work, then Robotics & Automation could be for you. TUS Midlands has strong ties with industrial partners to ensure students get to experience cutting edge technology. Software such as RoboDK is utilised to design and simulate robot cells which can be replicated on one of our industrial robots, providing hands on experience for students.Industrial work placement is embedded in the course in year three. The student is required to complete a six-month placement from January to June in the third year of the course. The placement carries 25 credits and must fulfil prescribed criteria to which the employer will agree in advance. Graduates are encouraged to secure positions regionally, nationally or internationally in automation and manufacturing roles. This is supported by a dedicated placement officer within the college leveraging our strong industrial partnerships. As a graduate of the Bachelor of Engineering in Automation & Robotics, you are eligible to apply to Engineers Ireland to use the registered professional title of Associate Engineer.