Paul Ferry is an Assistant Lecturer in the department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and the department of Mechatronics at the Institute of Technology Sligo since 2014. He holds a MA in Learning, Teaching and Assessment and a Professional Diploma in Education through the University of Limerick. He also holds Bachelor’s degrees from the Institute of Technology Sligo and a National Craft Certificate in Fitting/Turning. He also completed a Pure Mathematics course through Open University. 

Paul is currently the programme chair of a Process Technology programme and is also the year coordinator for first year mechanical and precision engineering & design students and is actively involved in the recruitment of new graduates. He lectures in a range of modules including Manufacturing & Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Computer Aided Design and CAD & Modelling.   

Paul had almost 20 years industrial experience in the engineering sector before taking up his position at IT Sligo. His experience ranged from machine design and manufacture, automation technology and project management. He has a strong interest in innovative methods of teaching, learning and assessment.