UG Prospectus Supplement 2021

BEng AND MEng IN SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS AND ENERGY HONOURS BACHELOR DEGREE Understanding: Sustainable Systems andEnergy This course prepares graduates with the knowledge and competence tomeet the changingworld of sustainability and the growing global challenge of transitioning to zero carbon and environmentally sound, reliable, affordable sustainable energy systems. The focus is on howmaterials, energy systems, factories, transport and technology of the future are developed and deployed in a sustainableway. The combination of sustainable systems and energy offers a unique opportunity to engagewith the Sustainable Development Goals while trying to solve some of the greatest global challenges for future generations. This degree offers an impressive background in engineering, which opens the door to many exciting career opportunities. This course enables you to apply the most sophisticated life cycle analysis tools to solve the challenges of a sustainable future for all. Course Structure This four-year BEngDegree (with the option to undertake an integrated Masters degree fromYear 3 subject to achievingH2.2 or higher in Years 1 and 2) has a range of academic themes, with each theme addressing a particular aspect of sustainable systems and energy engineering. These themes are: ¬ Energy Storage and Recovery ¬ Renewable Sources of Energy ¬ Whole Life Cycle Analysis ¬ Thermofluid Sciences ¬ Replacement of Polluting Substances, Recycling andUpcycling ¬ Mathematics andComputing ¬ SustainableDesign andManufacture ¬ ProjectManagement and Professional Development ¬ Control andAutomation Contact Details School ofMechanical and Manufacturing Engineering T +353 (0) 1 700 5104 E mmsecretary@dcu.ie Visit UsOnline dcu.ie/DC194 CAOcode DC194 Years 4 Places 15 Internship Yes 7