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Part 1
Draft Q3 Report
Programme details
Proposed title
Classifications of award
have the ability to design and conduct experiments and to apply a range of standard and
specialised research tools and techniques of enquiry;
have developed a competency in statistical methods and the ability to apply these
methods in the marshalling of data, analysis of research results and experimental
measurement;
have an understanding of the need for high ethical standards in the practice of
engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people
and the environment;
have the ability to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multi-disciplinary
settings, together with the capacity to undertake lifelong learning;
have the ability to communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the
engineering community and with society at large;
take responsibility for the work of individuals and teams and lead and initiate activity in
design or operation or construction.
Programme structure
The programme is a 90 ECTS one calendar year long programme consisting of twelve 5
ECTS taught modules and a 30 ECTS research/development/thesis project. There are
currently four core modules and students choose from two blocks of optional modules (see
condition of Panel).
Entry Requirements
The proposed programme is aimed at deepening the knowledge of graduates who have
already obtained degrees in disciplines related to HVAC Engineering/Building Services
Engineering/Mechanical Engineering. Graduates of such degree courses who have
achieved an honours (2.2) grade or higher are eligible to apply. Applications from
candidates who have an equivalent qualification will also be considered. Candidates who
have degrees in other disciplines but have significant relevant work experience will also be
considered.
Student assessment
In accordance with DITs General Assessment Regulations.
Derogations from the General Assessment Regulations
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None sought
09.15 hrs
10.15 hrs
11.15 hrs
Meeting of Panel with staff who will teach on the programme to discuss such
matters as syllabi, teaching methods and assessment issues.
12.30 hrs
13.30 hrs
Lunch
14.00 hrs
15.00 hrs
Final meeting of Panel with key staff from the School of Mechanical and
Design Engineering.
Alison Malkin
Eamonn Donnelly
External members
Mr Conor Clarke
Dr Donal Finn
Officer
Ms Jan Cairns
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Documentation provided
The documentation provided for the Validation Panel included Supporting Documentation
and the Student Handbook, as well as extracts from the Handbook for Academic Quality
Enhancement setting out procedures and other matters associated with the validation of
programmes.
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The module on advanced Thermal Concepts and Processes should replace TCP2 and
should to remove heat transfer and refocus on thermodynamic cycles, turbo-machinery
and advanced HVAC applications, and the inclusion of new advanced material should
be added as appropriate.
2.
Page 13 of the Handbook should clarify that the programme leads to a Masters
qualification but that students may in exceptional circumstances seek to exit with a
PgCert or PgDiploma. The Panel recommends that the programme management
carefully review the title of the PgCert award.
3.
4.
The programme learning outcomes should be revised to be more broadbased and there
should be a clear alignment between the module learning outcomes and the overall
programme learning outcomes.
5.
6.
The Programme Team should ensure that students will develop particular skills (eg
project management, understanding of tendering contracts, EU legislation etc) upon the
successful completion of the programme.
7.
The Student Handbook should clarify the requirement for student self-directed learning
as part of the modules.
8.
The language within the module learning outcomes should be reviewed to ensure that it
reflects the relevant NQF award descriptor.
9.
The Programme Team should review the assessment strategy, in particular the heavy
weighting on the final written examination in the majority of modules.