Course Summary
The course entails 30 credits consisting of 3 modules in the first semester and 3 modules in the second semester.
The modules are as follows:
Semester 1
- ICT & Transferable Skills
- Water and Wastewater Science
- Health and Safety for Treatment Plant Operators
Semester 2
- Energy Management
- Law and Compliance
- Networks Flow Measurement and Control
Springboard+ 2020 Approved Course: A limited number of places are available on the Springboard+ 2020 programme. If you are unemployed, you may be entitled to free fees for this programme under this initiative. If you are in employment, you may be entitled to 90% funding for this programme, under this initiative. You will find this programme available on the Springboard+ website and can submit an application on the Springboard site at www.springboardcourses.ie
Key Course Information
Application Closing Date : 31st August 2021
Entry Requirements
Level 5 or equivalent
Career Opportunities
Opportunities to work in the Water and Wastewater Sector
Further Study
Certificate in Drinking Water Treatment Operations
Certificate in Wastewater Treatment Operations
Level 7 BSc in Environmental Management
Level 8 BSc in Environmental Science
Did you know?
This course is the first year of the Level 6 Certificate in Drinking Water Operations & the Level 6 in Wastewater Treatment Operations, both of which have been developed in conjunction with Irish Water and Local Authorities to ensure consistency of education for operators of Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
Programme Fees
Total Fees: €2,400 per annum
Springboard+ 2020 Approved Course: A limited number of places are available on the Springboard+ 2020 programme. If you are unemployed, you may be entitled to free fees for this programme under this initiative. If you are in employment, you may be entitled to 90% funding for this programme, under this initiative. You will find this programme available on the Springboard+ website and can submit an application on the Springboard site at www.springboardcourses.ie
Course Format
Semester 1
| Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| ICT and Transferable Skills | 05 |
| Water and Wastewater Science Module | 05 |
| Health & Safety for Treatment Plant Operators | 05 |
Semester 2
| Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Energy Management | 05 |
| Law and Compliance | 05 |
| Networks Flow Measurement and Control | 05 |