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Intelligent Data-enabled Manufacturing with Project
Duration
16 weeks
Next start date
September 2026
NFQ
Level 8
ECTS
10 Credits
Mode of Study
Blended Learning
Apply By
Aug 28, 2026, 5PM
Fee
€935
Overview
This is a research module that seeks to understand approaches that accelerate ways to smarter, sustainable and digital manufacturing using intelligent manufacturing systems. The rising complexity of discrete manufacturing operations requires workers to adapt to the introduction of new breakthrough technologies, machines, processes, and production environments. The module empowers participants to develop a strategy for digitalisation using their workplace challenges as their academic project.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a Diploma at NFQ Level 7 of 90 ECTS minimum, in a Science, Engineering or Technical area, or otherwise prove that they satisfy the modules' prerequisites as listed in the course outline section.
Entry requirements for part-time students can be found here (i.e. Age, English language requirements, etc.).
What you will Learn
Topics:
- Introduction to Industry 5.0
- Augmented Reality
- Additive Manufacturing
- Autonomous / Collaborative Robots
- Industrial Internet of Things
- Simulations
- Physical/ Edge/ Cloud Data Architectures
- Integration of Information Systems
- Cyber Security
- Machine Learning & AI
- Cyber Physical Systems
Learning Outcomes
- Identify the fundamental principles of responsible on edge machine learning and artificial intelligence for manufacturing.
- Critique, with peers, what future AI or ML approaches are safe and optimal for specific applications in manufacturing
- Assess the strengths and weaknesses of integrated systems in terms of connectivity, analytics, and smart monitoring proposed for intelligent manufacturing systems operating in a regulatory environment.
- Evaluate how the adoption of AI and ML embedded at the edge can be adapted to meet the twin transition towards sustainability and digitalisation.
- Generate a detailed specification for an AI /ML enabled manufacturing process and materials used in the scalable sustainable production of a functional product.
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (80%)
- Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment (20%)
Contact
If you have any questions about this course, please contact:
Microcreds
Email: Microcreds
How to Apply
From 4th May you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal.
Learn more about our application process.
Apply here: Online Application Portal









