The Preliminary Engineering course has been designed to meet the needs of a variety of students wishing to study Engineering at third level, specifically those who did not satisfy the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course, and adult returnees to education.
As the only PLC course in the country currently delivering the ‘Maths for STEM’ module, Preliminary Engineering is uniquely placed to offer students the opportunity to progress to Level 8 courses in the following universities:
After four weeks of preparatory classes, our students sit an online exam in early October to determine their ability in the key areas of Number and Algebra:
Maths for STEM, Physics, Mechanics, Chemistry, Engineering Workshop Processes, Computer Aided Draughting (2D), Work Experience, Communications.
Preliminary Engineering is one of two Engineering PLC courses on offer at CDCFE. If you’re in two minds as to which of these courses to choose, click here for Frequently Asked Questions on Engineering at CDCFE.
Year 1: €50
This course is free for those over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment*. Click here for more information and to check eligibility.
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Engineering, Construction & the Built Environment |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Engineering Technology |
| Course Duration | One year |
| Course Fee | 50 |
| Entry Requirements | Preliminary Engineering has a minimum entry requirement of an O4 or H7 in Leaving Cert Mathematics. Applicants with a Leaving Certificate Applied are not considered suitable for this course and should consider our other Engineering option, Engineering Technology. Mature students (over 21) who do not meet the minimum academic requirements but who can demonstrate the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. |
| Career Path | Students who meet the entry criteria explained may gain entry to the named courses by way of a Round Zero offer from the CAO. Students can use this major award (5M2061) to apply to colleges through the CAO. See the list of colleges accepting this award as an entry requirement here. |
| Course Code | 5M2061 |
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