The student will learn about the key material properties, behaviour and performance of aggregates, concrete, wood and metals which are important to their successful application in civil engineering works.

1. Describe the constituent materials in concrete and evaluate how their properties influence the behaviour and performance of the resulting concrete

2. Specify & perform quality assurance testing on the concrete in the fresh and hardened state.

3. Describe types, production methods, properties and performance of metals and timber

4. Perform as a team member in the execution, compilation and analysis of laboratory experiments

5. Compile and report, in both written and oral form, the results and conclusions of laboratory work

This module will allow learners to develop their mathematic skills. In this module they will use differentiation and integration techniques and perform calculations using complex numbers.

1. Use the remainder theorem and the factor theorem

2. Find partial fractions

3. Apply differentiation and integration techniques to algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions

4. Solve optimisation, area and volume problems using calculus

5. Apply De Moivres Theorem to find the powers of complex numbers

This module explains how statically determinate beams carries load and outlines the fundamentals of stress analysis for statically determinate structural elements.

1. Determine how a statically determinate beam carries load (via shear force and bending moment diagrams)

2. Determine the internal loadings in structural members

3. Calculate section properties

4. Analyse structural cross-sections to determine the stresses resulting from axial load, bending, shear force and torsional loadings

5. Perform laboratory practicals and report findings

This module provides the learner with theoretical and applied knowledge relating to water management and potable water treatment. The module covers standard water treatment plant processes and also laboratory testing for process design and for determining raw and treated water quality.

1. Distinguish between various types of water pollutants anddemonstrate a knowledge of various water management practices used to protect water resources and habitats including the regulatory framework.

2. Describe various unit treatment operations within a water treatment plant.

3. Describe and operate laboratory equipment for evaluating and testing waters for various parameters as defined by relevant directives/regulations/legislation.

4. Discuss and carry out basic design calculationsfortreatment processesas part of awater treatment works.

5. Compile and report on the use of various scientific instruments, monitoring equipment and computer control systems in water treatment plants.

This module introduces the learner to the design and detailing of simple elements in reinforced concrete.

1. Appreciate the process to design reinforced concrete elements in accordance with the relevant design codes

2. Distinguish between ultimate and serviceability limit states

3. Design reinforced concrete simply supported beams and one-way spanning slabs

4. Perform and present design calculations in a clear and logical fashion

5. Prepare reinforcement detail drawings and prepare the associated reinforcement bending schedules

The student will be able to define and manipulate the theoretical concepts which underlie hydrostatics and fluid dynamics.

1. Define, quantify,manipulate and formulate the concepts which underliebasic fluid properties, pressure, hydrostatic and buoyancy. Apply principles to solving problems involving same.

2. Define, quantify and formulate the concepts of fluid flow using the principles defined in the basic flow equations. Apply principles to solving problems involving same.

3. Introduce concepts of flow measurement and carry out analysis of basic engineering problems.

4. Define, quantify and formulate the concepts of pipe flow. Apply principles to solving problems involving same.

5. Uses standard hydraulic engineering equipment to perform experiments in teams, observe and record data and experimental evidence.Compile and report in a clear concise manner the findings and results of laboratory experiment.

This module provides the learner with theoretical and applied knowledge relating to the design and operation of the processes associated with municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, namely preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment. The module includes practical activities such as laboratory experiments, visits to modern wastewater treatment plants and experience with the operation of pilot scale wastewater treatment equipment.

1. Describe the basic principles and practices associated with surface water management and the impact they have on wastewater management.

2. Determinethe source, characteristics and quantities of municipal (public) and industrial (private) wastewater for collection and treatment prior to discharge to the environment.

3. Describe the fundamental design ofthe physicalandbiological processes of preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment of municipal and industrial wastewater.

4. Appraise physical and biological treatment processes for a conventional public wastewater treatment plant to comply withthe requirements of licencing, Irish and EU regulationsand Directives.

5. Optimise the operation, performance, and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants, recognise thecauses of plant malfunction and poor performance, and assess solutions to improve performance.

This module is an introduction to Soil Mechanics and Geology.

During the course of this module the apprentice will learn to describe the formation and origin of rocks and the processes which result in the formation of soil. The apprentice will then learn how these processes influence soil behaviour due to external loading or the flow of fluid through the soil.

In this module the apprentice will establish and define the basic principles of the theory of soil mechanics and geology, illustrating their application to practical situations, and upon completion, will be able to identify and apply these basic principles to the geotechnical design process.

1. Identify main categories of soil and rock occurring in Ireland and define the engineering properties of soil/rock.

2. Identify and classify soils and rocks and calculate their phase relations and the stresses in soils under various loading conditions

3. Specify the essential features and requirements of a site investigation.

4. Compute coefficients of permeability from standard laboratory tests and compute critical hydraulic gradients.

5. Demonstrate competence in practical work, recording and analysing the results and presenting them in standard report form.

The aim of this module is to develop the learners knowledge, awareness, skills and competencies in a broad range of areas of professional practice. It is designed to give the learner an appreciation of the importance of inter and intrapersonal communication and to foster engagement with life long learning opportunities.

1. Identify why we communicate, be able to recognise a persons ego state, and if necessary be able to use the appropriate conflict resolution technique.

2. Apply EI Code of Ethics to any given situation whilst understanding the underlying ethical principles.

3. Investigate civil engineersplay in deploying innovative, sustainable, and nature-based solutions beyond the traditional engineering practices to overcome global issues and deliver Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s).

4. Contributeeffectively and professionally in a team environment.

5. Reflect on their learning practice and process over the year.

The work-based learning (WBL) module is an integral component of the Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programmes. The module is designed to provide apprentices with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to transfer and apply classroom learning to the workplace. The integration of academic theories with the professional work setting enables the apprentice to gain a wider breadth of application for the academic theories and positions covered in the classroom setting.

Individual experiences in the workplace environment will vary from apprentice to apprentice. The workplace learning element of the programme is designed in a flexible manner to ensure that each apprentice is given the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills and competencies gained in the academic modules into a real-life workplace context.

1. Describe and communicate how the regulatory constraints affect the operations of the company, and how ethical considerations affect their conduct as a technician

2. Select the appropriate tools, methodologies and techniques to solve Civil Engineering problems, and design and implement solutions

3. Communicate findings to stakeholders and management, and work effectively as a team member

4. Apply management skills within their occupation as a technician

5. Analyse, measure performance and continuously improve company processes with innovative technical solutions

6. Demonstrate an ability to reflect on and analyse relevant themes throughout the academic session

7. Apply theoretical knowledge gained from academic modules to the Civil Engineering Profession

This module details elementary theory and techniques used in the analysis of statically determinate and statically indeterminate structural systems for shear, moment and deflection. Stress analysis and fundamental strut instability topics are also covered.

This module also details and applies the principles and methods used in the design of structural concrete to EN1992, with reference to sustainability in design.

1. Analysecontinuous beamsand other statically indeterminate structures using the moment distribution method, including the calculation ofreactions, shear forces and bending moments.

2. Derive and apply equations for analysing composite beams in bending and beams subjected to unsymmetrical bending.

3. Analyse the buckling of columns and the reactions, shear forces and bending moments in statically determinate frames.

4. Select an appropriate scheme design for a reinforced concrete building, consider sustainability challenges, defend design decisions, and present findings orally and in written form.

5. Design and detail structural elements in reinforced concrete, and communicate the design in an appropriate manner.

In this module learners will further develop their mathematical skills through the introduction of ordinary differential equations and Laplace transforms.

1. Solve separable andfirst order linear differential equations.

2. Solve firstorder differential equations using Laplace transforms.

3. Solve second order differential equations using Laplace transforms.

4. Solve second order linear differential equations using the complementary function.

5. Solve second order linear differential equations using the particular integral.

Upon successful completion of this module the learner shall be able to perform and organise transport surveys and assessments, design and evaluate road alignments and cross-sections and junctions based on current safety and design standards, and determine the characteristics of road pavements and drainage systems. They shall be able to design and specify requirements for sustainable mobility, shared spaces and active travel on urban and rural road networks and places to current Irish standards and guidelines and using current computer software. They shall have knowledge of the principles of sustainable transport planning, modelling and demand studies, including the use of public and stakeholder consultation, environmental impact assessment and requirements under current climate action plans and sustainable development goals.

1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of Irish roads authorities, the road classification system, and the requirements for themanagement and operation of the public road network, and appraisal of road and transport plans andschemes.

2. Evaluate, analyse and design geometric urban and rural road alignments, road junctions and road crosssectional elements in
accordance with relevant Irish and European geometric design and safety standards and guidelines for all road users, including active and sustainable travel modes.

3. Describe and specify the material and technical requirements for flexible and rigid highway pavements and road drainage systems.

4. Perform in teams and describe traffic surveys and the collection and analysis of road traffic data, sustainable and active transport facilities,and production of topographic mapping, road alignment andjunction analysis and layout assessment to current standards, and using software packages.

5. Describe, compile and report on the findings of road and transportsurveys, road design evaluation practical work, and transport research project workusing both oral and written communication techniques.

This module aims to apply basic principles of soil mechanics to the geotechnical design process. Its focus is on the analysis and design of earth-retaining structures, shallow and deep foundations and earthworks. The module is structured so that apprentices can apply this design knowledge to a practical engineering situation.

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Describe mechanisms by which failure occurs in earthretaining structures and analyse cantilever and gravity retaining walls for stability

2. Calculate bearing resistance of shallow foundations underdrained and undrained conditions

3. Calculate the resistance of displacement and replacement piles subject to vertical actions

4. Perform in teams and communicate appropriately and effectively in both oral and written form to facilitate collaborative structural and geotechnical design of structures

5. Prepare geotechnical reports giving due regard to the design assumptions and selection of soil parameters

This module deals with elementary theory and techniques used in the analysis of statically determinate, statically indeterminate structural systems and stress transformation for general sections.

This module also details the principles and methods used in the design of structural steelwork to EN1993, with reference to sustainability in design.

1. Derive and formulate equations for the analysis of principal stresses and maximum shear stress.
2. Determine slopes and deflections in statically determinate beams.
3. Analyse the states of stress caused by combined loadings.

4. Select an appropriate scheme design for astructural steelworkbuilding, consider sustainability challenges, defend design decisions and present findings both orally and in written form.

5. Design and detail structural elements in structural steelwork to EN1993,and communicate the design in an appropriate manner.

The student will be able to interpret requirement, carry out analyses of water supply and drainage systems. The student will also be able to define, quantify and formulate the concepts of flow measurement and survey drainage catchments.

1. Understand the concepts of open channel flow. Analyse and solve various flow problems.

2. Understand the concept of pipe flow. Analyse and solve various flow problems.

3. Identify and understand the concept of hydraulic structures. Analyse various hydraulic structure designs.

4. Introduction to the concept of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). Analysis engineering problems relating to same.

5. Compile and report in clear concise manner the findings and results of laboratory experiments and water supply/drainagedesign project.Use standard hydraulic engineering equipment to perform experiments in teams. Observe and record data and experimental evidence.

This module provides the learner with theoretical and applied knowledge relating to the sources and control of noise and air pollution, sustainable development and construction practices, renewable energy and waste management and the circular economy.

1. Identify, analyse and describethe main sources andthe scientific and engineering concepts relating to air and noise pollution and the control of theireffects on the environment and public health

2. Describe and interpret the relevant Irish and EU legislation, regulations, andframework directivespertaining to air and noise pollution and review the implementation of related programmes.

3. Analyse the principles and interpret the application oftechnologies for the production of renewable and sustainable energy for building heating and energy production.

4. Evaluate the principles, scientific concepts and procedures associated with sustainable development and practice, low and passive energy building technology, andgreen building certification.

5. Classify, define and apply the scientific and engineering concepts relating to the generation, collection, recovery and treatmentof solid waste materials from households, commercial and industrial sources, and circular economy concepts.

The aim of this module are to develop the apprentices ability to use applied mathematical solutions to solve geotechnical engineering problems. Upon completion of the module the apprentice will recognise structured methodologies used in the solution of geotechnical engineering problems and will be able to apply these to optimise the engineering characteristics of existing soils for use in engineering works.

1. Explain consolidation and settlement theories and evaluate the effect on various soil types

2. Ascertain the stability of a slope using different analysis methods

3. Assesscontaminated and marginal land; contaminates and remediation.

4. Demonstrate a command of a range of geotechnical and analytical skills by producing laboratoryand project reports.

This module will provide the apprentice with theory and practice in the planning, coordination and control of construction and engineering projects.

1. Evaluate appropriate cost planning and cost management techniques for alternative Construction and Engineering Projects.

2. Apply project logic to tasks, estimate durations, use project management software to manage time and cash flow on Construction and Engineering projects.

3. Describe the procedures in European Public Procurement Directives

4. Demonstrate an understanding of the Management concepts that underpin effective Construction and Engineering Project Management.

5. Reflect on their learning practice and process over the year.

The work-based learning (WBL) module is an integral component of the Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programmes. The module is designed to provide apprentices with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to transfer and apply classroom learning to the workplace. The integration of the academic theories with the professional work setting enables the apprentice to gain a wider breadth of application for the academic theories and positions covered in the classroom setting.

Individual experiences in the workplace environment will vary from apprentice to apprentice. The workplace learning element of the programme is designed in a flexible manner to ensure that each apprentice is given the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills and competencies gained in the academic modules into a real-life workplace context.

1. Lead technical projects and design and implement technical solutions under quality systems and procedures

2. Participate in process planning according to company quality policies and system

3. Compile and report on a Student selected Civil Engineering project in relation to the contract details, claims, costs and time of completion of the project

4. Select and Evaluatethe processes of Project Management and their applications in a Civil Engineering Context.

5. Research the underlying science and engineering behind a particular aspect of civil engineering

6. Design and execute an experimental study, case study, design study, computer program analysis or other analysis method to investigate a civil engineering problem

7. Compile and report in a clear and concise manner a review of relevant literature, the findings and results of laboratory work, case studies, surveys and design studies

8. Communicate effectively, in a variety of formats and using appropriate technology, the findings and results of their research