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News: Gaeltacht education budget to double; Minister asks parents' preference on patronage of 12 primary schools; Exemptions rules from Irish out for consultation

News: Queen’s researchers develop a quicker, more efficient system to prevent ice build-up on planes; UCD spinout Naiad clinches Start-Up of the Year Award

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Gaeltacht education budget to double THE budget for education in the Gaeltacht is to increase from 1 million in 2017 to more than 2.3 million in 2018. Announcing the measure the Department said that the aim is to nurture the use of Irish in Gaeltacht areas and to provide high-quality education through Irish in schools and early-years settings in the Gaeltacht. The 'Policy on Gaeltacht Education 2017-2022', which was published in September 2016 following an extensive public consultation process, is being implemented on a phased basis over a five-year period. The overall objective of the Policy is to ensure that high quality Irish-medium education is available to Gaeltacht communities to preserve and promote Irish as the main language of Gaeltacht communities. It is expected that funding of up to €5m will be provided to support Policy implementation in 2019.

Minister asks parents' preference on patronage of 12 primary schools THE Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh has invited parents to express their preference in relation to the patronage of 12 primary schools to be established in 2019. Parents are invited to express their patronage preferences using the Department’s new Online Patronage Process System (OPPS) website patronage. education.gov.ie This system has been developed to provide objective information to all parents and guardians which will allow them to make an informed choice in expressing a preference for a patronage model and language of instruction for their child’s education. The 12 primary schools will serve the following school planning areas: B o o t e r s t o w n / B l a c k ro c k ( D u b l i n ) ; Donaghmede/Howth/Dublin 13; Dublin 6/ Clonskeagh & Dublin 6W; Dunshaughlin; Glasheen/Cork City/Pouladuff; Goatstown/ S t i l l o rg a n / D L R ( D u b l i n ) ; K i l c o o l e / Newtownmountkennedy; Killester/Raheny/ Clontarf; Leixlip; Maynooth; Swords North

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Exemptions rules from Irish out for consultation THE Department of Education has launched a public consultation seeking the views of all stakeholders on the future direction of the granting of exemptions from the study of Irish. Recognising the linguistic, social and cultural importance of our national language, Irish is a core subject in the national curricula for recognised primary and post-primary schools and centres for education. This has been the case since the foundation of the State and the importance of the teaching of Irish has been re-affirmed on a number of occasions by the State, including most recently in the five year Action Plan for Irish 2018 - 2022. Current arrangements for the granting of exemptions from the study of Irish are now almost 25 years old. Under circulars written in the 1990s, the authority to grant exemptions from the study of Irish was devolved to schools. Research on the practice of granting these exemptions has highlighted difficulties experienced by school principals in interpreting and implementing the terms of the circulars. This has given rise to confusion and a lack of consistency in their application and instances in which exemptions are incorrectly granted. In addition, the research highlighted, for instance, that categories of special educational needs that are not mentioned in the circulars and associated conditions are frequently cited as grounds for exemption. Some students with exemptions from the study of Irish continue to study a modern foreign language for State examinations. The consultation will run to Friday 11th January 2019.

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Queen’s researchers develop a quicker, more efficient system to prevent ice build-up on planes QUEEN'S University Belfast researchers are preparing for winter and have developed a new system to prevent ice from building up on aircraft. When a plane travels through clouds in cold weather, layers of ice can form on its wings, propellers or jet intakes. This can increase drag and reduce lift, which may lead to loss of control of the aircraft. A number of fatal aircraft accidents have been attributed to the build-up of ice on wings. The conventional anti-icing system on most passenger aircraft is based on hot air which is ‘bled’ from the engines and piped to the inner surface of the wing. The heat is then transferred to the outer surface by thermal conduction, which stops the ice from building. This system adds weight and maintenance requirements, and is not energy efficient. A team of experts at Queen’s have developed a more efficient alternative – an ultra-light weight heater, based on ‘webs’

UCD spinout Naiad clinches Start-Up of the Year Award made from carbon nanotubes (CNT) which can also be used for de-icing. Professor Brian Falzon, from the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering explains: “We started by creating a ‘CNT web’, where individual CNTs are aligned in the draw direction, and horizontally stacking 10-40 layers of the webs. “Each layer of CNT web can be as thin as 1/2000 the thickness of a human hair and the weight of a web large enough to cover a football field would be less than 30 sheets of A4 photocopy paper. The team is developing further research on the system and it is hoped that it will be in use within a few years.

BIOSCIENCE firm Naiad has been named UCD’s Start-Up of the Year. The company won the €32,000 prize after being declared winner of the 2018 UCD VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme. The founders of Naiad are Assistant Professor Emmanuel G. Reynaud, UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science, and Professor Brian Rodriguez, UCD School of Physics, both fellows of the UCD Conway Institute. The firm’s liquid-based bioprinting techinque aims to help researchers create 3D models that better mimic the rich complexity of human tissue.

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An alternative, fully funded avenue to accountancy THE Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is a new and practical pathway to a career in accounting, which offers schoolleavers and mature learners the chance to take part in a fully funded work-based learning programme. Accounting Technician Apprentices get paid at least €19k per annum, pay no college fees and enjoy generous study leave in the run-up to exams. The programme leads to a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Accounting, full membership of Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) and access to a fast-growing jobs market in the sector. Graduates can also pursue further study with Chartered Accountants Ireland, other professional accountancy bodies and higher education institutions. Apprentices work in the office four days a week, and study one day a week at a local college, putting learnings into practice over two years. “I was instantly drawn to the fact that I could work in the accounting environment and study at the same time. It is a great way of learning,” says Eamon Landers, who’s working in the Finance Department at Ballyhoura Development in Limerick and studying at Cork College of Commerce.

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Apprentices are mentored in both college and the workplace, which helps to ensure that they can keep up with the demanding routine. “The support I receive from my college and workplace mentor is second to no one,” says Eamon. “My college mentor is there for any issues with college work and he is very approachable and understanding, while my workplace mentor plays a massive role in my development and progression throughout the programme.” The programme is currently available through ATI partner colleges in Cork, the Greater Dublin Area, Galway, Limerick, Monaghan, Waterford and Wicklow. Local employers range from large professional services firms to small practice, and from large businesses to SMEs. There are also opportunities to become an Accounting Technician Apprentice in the public sector. Apprentices learn a vast array of in-demand skills, such as bookkeeping, accounts preparation, regulatory frameworks, business ethics, tax management, payroll and budgeting, meaning their Level 6 qualification supported by two years’ work experience and the MIATI designation will open up great opportunities for them when qualified. ATI, the leading professional body for Accounting Technicians in Ireland, is the programme coordinator, and apprentices complete its syllabus and work-based learning modules. ATI also assists employers in recruiting their apprentices by screening all applications and

“Local employers range from large professional services ﬁrms to small practice, and from large businesses to SMEs. There are also opportunities to become an Accounting Technician Apprentice in the public sector, with Revenue being one of our Apprenticeship employers.”

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Experience skills first hand! THIS is going to be the careers fair like no other. 3d Game of Thrones dragons. Virtual reality engines. Aeronautical engineering demos. Architectural design displays. All live over three days. If you know of any students who just might march to the beat of a different drum, which probably describes everyone you teach, the RDS Simonscourt next March 21-23 will be the place to be. Ireland Skills Live will attract tens of thousands of students over the three days. For the first time ever, a national expo of apprenticeships, skills and trades will be on show to the public, linking together the worlds of higher education and Irish industry; creativity and design, hospitality engineering and construction. Live competitions, demonstrations, hero stages, and a recruitment zone will all come together. Opportunities on offer And most importantly students an careers guidance teachers will see the opportunities on offer in the world of Irish apprentices. Currently there are 15,000 apprentices learning and crucially earning on the job, training in industry and trade which will empower them in their employment sector for the rest of their lives. The area is only growing exponentially and according to the Minister for Education Joe McHugh Ireland Skills Live is the first of many and it will continue to expand. “This new vibrant event will completely modernise the apprenticeship, bringing it into the 21st century and public consciousness. It is so important to engage not just with the students but also their parents and teachers; Ireland Skills Live will afford that opportunity and will offer alternatives and life choices to students. “There can be no stronger way to highlight career opportunities than to experience the national skills finals first-hand and listen to some of our most successful business people talk about how they started out, as young apprentices, to become industry leaders and champions.” For years, Irish apprentices have excelled on the global stage, winning medals at World Skills competitions,

now it is time to show off their brilliance at home. Prospective future employees Industry leaders on show to meet their prospective future employees include SISK, CIF, Failte Ireland, the ESB, Designer Group, Jones Engineering and Aer Lingus. Sodexo catering and Delatto hotels will be present in the hospitality sector with Chefs Network demonstrating live cookery and service skills. Among the new digital industry

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work the career opportunities are endless. Many qualified nurses and midwives work in hospitals. However they can also work in a variety of settings, including community setting, e.g. as a public health nurse, mental health services, management and leadership, policy-making, teaching and research. You will rarely have two days that are the same, nursing and midwifery are dynamic professions and offer an enormous variety of challenges. Why choose nursing or midwifery at UCD? Development in health care are transforming the roles of nurses and midwives leading to new and exciting career opportunities are innovative degree programmes are taught by experienced lectures in a friendly and supportive environment. You will be guided by academics who are experts in their field, and you will gain clinical experience at

our renowned clinical partner hospitals. Each student is allocated a personal tutor from day one on your programme to provide advice and guidance. We have links with international partner schools and this allows students to choose international placements as part of their studies. By choosing to study with us you become part of a greater community of people working together to shape the future of nursing and midwifery in Ireland and abroad.

"If you are interested in promoting health, if you have a passion for caring for children, if you would like to make a difference and to help both children and adults recover from their illness, then I could not recommend this course highly enough to you." Mollie Bruton, Children's and General Nursing Student

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Do you love working with and for the benefit of people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds? Choosing nursing or midwifery as a career opens up a world of job opportunities that will sustain you throughout your working life. Nursing or Midwifery in UCD is the ideal career choice for you. We have a number of Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree programmes.

• General Nursing (DN450) • Children’s and General Nursing (DN451) • Midwifery (DN452) • Mental Health Nursing (DN453) Our programmes are taught by experienced lecturers in a friendly and supportive environment, with state-of-the art facilities. Your hands-on clinical practice takes place primarily in the St Vincent’s Healthcare Group or the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, and in numerous other clinical sites within the Ireland East Hospital Group network. These clinical placement locations are centres of excellence where you’ll work with multidisciplinary teams to provide first-class, patient-centred care. For further information about the programmes and the clinical placements visit our website:

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ICT Associate Professional is the new National Apprenticeship Programme for all tech enthusiasts wishing to pursue a career in Ireland’s buoyant technology sector. Over 12,000 jobs are currently available in tech – as highlighted by the recent FIT ICT Skills Audit. 75% of these roles can be facilitated through tech apprenticeship programmes, providing immediate employment opportunities for job seekers and students.

Who is the programme for? Age: Programme is aimed at 1825 year olds but all adults (18+) can apply. Qualifications: A minimum of Leaving Cert (or equivalent). All candidates have to meet Aptitudes Assessments administered by FIT. Attitude: All candidates should be energetic tech enthusiasts with a determination to work in the ICT sector. The first six months of the programme involve intensive off-the-job training in a dedicated technology training centre. The remaining 18 months are a combination of on-thejob experience supplemented with training centre instruction. All training costs of the apprentices are covered by the State. FIT manages all aspects of the programme and co-ordinates employer input. Participating companies employ the apprentice throughout their apprentice-

ship and facilitate the on-the-job application of learning. Apprentices hone their skills while contributing to product development, technological advancement and talent development. Apprentices employed under contract receive payment to the value of €260 - €290 p.w. in the first year and €340 - €385 p.w. in year two. On successful completion of the programme, qualified apprentices typically progress into full-time positions within their sponsoring companies. This enhances the talent portfolio while increasing productivity and competitiveness in those enterprises. What is the ICT Associate Professional Apprenticeship programme? This new programme adopts a learning-by-doing format of ICT skills development, giving new meaning to the concept of 'hire education'. Over a two year period the programme combines off-the-job skills training with on-the-job application, and culminates in the

"This programme brings experience and thinking and has enabled us to broaden our talent pool to shape the workforce we need to help clients succeed" Hilary O'Meara Managing Director, Accenture Ireland

attainment of the ICT Associate Professional Apprenticeship Award. Participating companies are keen to recruit smart people with smart skills and this new programme will enable participants to 'earn while they learn'. In September 2017, FIT was appointed by the Apprenticeship Council to deliver two technology apprenticeships at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFO). A pilot programme was 'road-tested' by over 150 leading technology companies who sponsored 249 candidates over a two year period. The feedback from these tech companies on the calibre of talent they attained was exemplary. What are the key benefits to companies? • Widen your access to highly motivated tech enthusiasts with bespoke skills • Grow tech-savvy teams efficiently • Bring fresh thinking and energy to new technology and product development

How does the programme work? Employer is approved and apprentices registered. Tech company recruits apprentices for a 2 year programme in either Software Development or Network Engineering.

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Apprenticeships

• Free up your more experienced staff to do whet they do but • Fast-track access to new tech skills What are the key benefits to apprentices? • Gain direct experience In a realtime technical environment ensuring increased productivity • Acquire an in-depth understanding of the latest technologies supporting Innovation • Develop business and interpersonal skills such as teamwork, customer-facing skills and project management The Tech Sector Wants YOU! People with tech skills are in demand not just in the IT sector – more and more jobs across industry require various levels of proficiency in IT.

A trend which is anticipated to grow as increasingly companies utilise technologies to manage their activities, market their products, communicate with their customers and increase productivity. Emerging Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are creating daily, new industrial sectors, way beyond the prospects of driverless cars, delivery by drones etc., resulting in the creation of new roles, skill sets and career paths across all sectors of the economy, which are expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. Tech sector needs more women Tech sector employers are keen to point out that they are seeking more female entrants. Gender balance is seen as key to the future success of companies and they are reaching out

"Internet of Things tech is creating new sectors, way beyond the prospects of driverless cars, delivery drones... ...resulting in the creation of new roles, skill sets and career paths across the economy"

to females who can expect to benefit from great work environments with an emphasis on a team approach and support for continuous professional development. The career opportunities in tech are both varied and rewarding and there is a strong demand for more women creators, team builders, business developers and leaders. So join in and create the future! FIT ICT Associate Professional - Software Development The primary role of a software developer is to be able to build, test and modify high-quality code. A developer will typically be working as part of a larger team, in which they will have responsibility for some of the straightforward elements of the overall project. >>> Education 13

The developer will need to be able to interpret design documentation and specifications. Examples of work include information databases, programs that control robotic systems, and cloud and mobile applications. With experience, you could become a senior developer with responsibility for project management, planning and research, or move into areas, such as systems design, IT architecture and business systems analysis. Partnership Approach P e t e r D a v i t t , C E O o f F I T, explained that the new tech apprenticeships were as a result of a strong partnership approach between government, the tech sector and the national education & training system. He praised the role of the Department of Education, the Apprenticeship Council, SOLAS and QQI for providing the policy and implementation structures necessary to enable new apprenticeships to flourish. In particular he acknowledged the key role of Education and Training Boards who are partnering with FIT throughout the country in the delivery of the training elements of the tech apprenticeships. FIT Associate Professional Systems & Networks The primary role of a network engineer is to design, install, maintain and support communication networks within an organisation or between organisations. Network engineers need to maintain high levels of operation of communication networks to provide maximum performance and availability for their users, such as staff, clients, customers and suppliers. They understand and work in areas such as network configuration, cloud, network administration, security and performance management, and are able to give technical advice and guidance. Professional Recognition Award: Portfolio of evidence (e.g. logbook, work-related project report) of professional development and applied learning in the workplace mapped to award standards. Internationally recognised industry certification selected to match the workplace technology environment e.g. A p p l e , C i s c o , C I W, CompTIA, HP, IBM, Linux, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, VMware etc. 14 Education

What does an apprentice receive? Apprentices attain an Advanced Certificate in Computer Programming (Software Developer) or Computer Networking (Network Engineer).

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Ireland’s top ran School of Nursing & M CHOOSING a career is one of the biggest life decisions you will make and with so many options for nursing or midwifery education you may ask: “Why choose Trinity?”. Top ranking School For the past three years the QS University ranking agency has measured the nursing subject. The School of Nursing and Midwifery in Trinity has been ranked as number 25 globally, placing it as the highest ranked school of all schools in the country, and as the Number 1 Irish school in the nursing subject for the past three years. This, coupled with the overall University’s consistent topping of international rankings from an Irish perspective, means that Graduates and Alumni benefit from this international recognition when developing their careers both in Ireland and abroad. History and tradition In 2017/18 the School celebrated its 21st birthday. 21 years is young in relation to the 400 year history of Trinity, and students are reminded of this history every time they walk 16 Education

through the iconic arch to enter Front Square. As they walk through the arch as students for the first time each September, Freshers are greeted by a colourful array of stands and tents representing the 120 societies and 50 sports clubs. As our student YOU are an important part of Trinity’s history and its future. Investing in student facilities The School’s main building is just off campus, in the heart of the city, in the beautiful Art Deco Building on D’Olier Street. As our main teaching space in the city centre, the building has been recently renovated and refurbished to make it more student friendly with facilities for catering and socialising. Reflecting our ethos to enable all students to participate in student life we have also has created a new private space for parents feeding infants. Our clinical skills centre on the St James’s Hospital campus, the site of the new National Children’s Hospital, is also being upgraded with a new simulation suite, which will allow students to further enhance their clinical skills in a safe environment, gaining confidence for when they

"The Trinity Simulation Suite provides students with opportunities to practice their clinical and decision making skills through real life situational experiences in a safe environment"

move on to clinical practice. Our Clinical Skills Manager, who has been instrumental in developing the Trinity Simulation Suite, outlines how this new facility benefits students: “The Trinity Simulation Suite provides students with opportunities to practice their clinical and decision making skills through real life situational experiences in a safe environment. Advantages include the ability to provide immediate feedback through repetitive practice learning.” An education for life Ongoing advances in research and technology makes this an exciting time to embark on a career in nursing or midwifery. As a graduate you will be in possession of two world leading brands: the international brand and respect of Irish nursing and midwifery, which is recognised across the globe, and the international brand of Trinity College Dublin, which has been recognised for over 400 years as the leading university in the country. Irish nursing and midwifery graduates are renowned globally to have first class skills of compassion, caring

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nked Midwifery and competence. The experience of studying for a degree from Trinity and the exciting and diverse career in nursing and midwifery that follows is something that our graduates proudly take with them. With so many post graduate options available for Trinity graduates, this degree is often just the start of a lifelong journey. Why not be the best of the best? Choose a nursing or midwifery course in Trinity as your number one in your 2019 CAO choice and let the journey begin.

"The experience of studying for a degree from Trinity and the exciting and diverse career in nursing and midwifery that follows is something that our graduates proudly take with them"

FIND OUT MORE: For more information about the School and our courses log on to www.nursing-Midwifery.tcd.ie Contact Jeni Ryan on (01) 896 3860, email ryanjen@tcd.ie to arrange a tour of our facilities, arrange a lecturer to deliver a talk to your class or find out about our transition year programme and open days.

SCHOOL OF NURSING & MIDWIFERY Ireland’s leading School of Nursing & Midwifery delivers a comprehensive range of nursing & midwifery courses for students entering the profession whilst also offering lifelong learning opportunities for qualified health care professionals. Undergraduate courses include: • Bachelor in Science (Nursing) / B.Sc. (Cur.): • General Nursing (CAO codes, TR091, TR093) • Mental Health Nursing (CAO code, TR095) • Intellectual Disability Nursing (CAO code, TR097) • Bachelor in Science (Integrated Children’s and General Nursing) (CAO code TR911) • Bachelor in Science (Midwifery) / B.Sc. (A. Obs.) (CAO code TR913) The School also delivers a wide range of postgraduate and research programmes for qualified health care professionals and those in related fields. School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Dublin, Trinity College, 24 D’Olier Street, Dublin 2 +353 (0)1 608 2692 nursing.midwifery@tcd.ie Further information on all our courses is available at www.nursing-midwifery.tcd.ie The School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin is ranked 1st in Ireland and 25th in the World in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2018.

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin

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Calling all high fliers Aer Lingus Maintenance and Engineering Apprenticeships

The Aer Lingus Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering Apprentice Scheme is for technically-minded team players that want their career to soar. The Apprenticeship Scheme is a 4 year programme, run in conjunction with SOLAS, based in Shannon and with DIT in Dublin. The programme consists of 7 phases and through each phase successful applicants will move between class room training and on-the-job training at the Aer Lingus Maintenance and Engineering Hangar at Dublin Airport. Apprentices will be working primarily on line maintenance and will be focused on delivery of Aer Lingusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; guest experience. The Apprentice Scheme comes at a time of significant growth for the company with continued expansion on our transatlantic routes and the delivery of new aircraft scheduled this year and next. Prospective Aer Lingus apprentices will need to be motivated and enthusiastic, technically minded, have very good communication skills and work well in teams. Applicants should be dedicated to the programme and to a future career with Aer Lingus. The aim is for apprentices to be fully-qualified aircraft engineers and continue to work at Aer Lingus.

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The Aer Lingus maintenance and engineering apprenticeship scheme AER LINGUS has a proud and long history of providing young people with career opportunities and continues to be the leading provider of airline apprenticeships in the country. Over the last number of years, as the airline realises its ambitious growth strategy to become the leading value carrier on the North Atlantic, opportunities for those applying for its apprenticeship scheme have increased significantly. Four-year programme The Apprenticeship Scheme is a four-year programme run with Shannon Aviation Maintenance School, in conjunction with SOLAS and with Dublin Institute of Technology. The programme consists of seven phases and through each phase successful applicants will move between class room training and onthe-job training with Aer Lingus Maintenance and Engineering at Dublin Airport. The airline is committed to supporting greater diversity – 30% of the class of 2018 are female – and

female applicants are being encouraged as Aer Lingus is keen to continue to increase its intake of female apprentices. The apprentice scheme comes at a significant time of growth for the company with continued expansion on transatlantic routes, the introduction of new A321-NEO LR in 2019 and 2020 with LEAP engines. The application process will consist of a CV application. Applicants require a minimum level of Leaving Certificate or equivalent as well as able to demonstrate an interest in mechanics, electronics or mechatronics.

"Through each phase successful applicants will move between class room training and on-thejob training"

neers upon completion of the programme. Indeed the airline’s current Chief Technical Officer and the Director of Maintenance both started their careers at Aer Lingus as apprentices. More information can be found at http://careers.aerlingus.com

Future career with Aer Lingus Prospective Aer Lingus apprentices will need to be motivated and enthusiastic, have very good communication skills and work well in teams. Applicants should be dedicated to the programme and to a future career with Aer Lingus as the intent is they will continue to work at Aer Lingus as fully-qualified aircraft engiEducation 19

See your career going pl ESB Networks Apprentices “M

Y apprenticeship journey so far at ESB Networks has been hugely rewarding and I would encourage anyone looking for a great career where they can make a difference to consider an apprenticeship for an exciting and rewarding training experience” Joseph O’Sullivan, a current ESB Networks apprentice. In 2015, ESB Networks announced a five-year plan to recruit new apprentices as part of a large-scale recruitment and development programme. Since then, over 200 apprentices have been recruited, with 72 new recruits; 12 female and 60 males starting in our Networks Training Centre in September of this year. We will be recruiting up to 70 apprentices across the country again in 2019. Applications will be accepted via the ESB Networks website from the middle of February. The 2018 ESB Networks Apprenticeship Programme recruitment campaign received 6,400 applications, highlighting the level of interest in the programme and a career that is diverse and challenging. On site and in the classroom As an Apprentice Network Technician (Electrician), recruits receive on the job training, working as part of front-line teams, as well as classroom-based learning. Apprentices benefit from varied work experience, working indoors and outdoors, and 20 Education

learning about technology, customer service, and delivering results under pressure. They learn a variety of electrical and practical skills and, upon completion of the programme obtain a QQI Advanced Level 6 Electrical Trade Certificate. The ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship is SOLAS standards-based, consisting of 208 weeks over four years. During this time, there are seven SOLAS phases and ESB Networks off job training, including phases 1, 3, 5 and 7 are on the job, working closely with a qualified Network Technician on varied sites across ESB Networks. The SOLAS phases 2, 4 and 6 consist of off the job training modules, with phases in a SOLAS Training Centre and one of the IT Colleges around the country. Finally, there are 24 weeks of ESB Networks off the job training which takes place in the ESB Networks Training Centre, Portlaoise. Having completed the four-year programme, apprentices will have gained experience working with a leading utility company. ESB Networks serves 2.3 million customers in Ireland, providing a safe and reliable electricity supply to homes, businesses and communities throughout the country - ESB Networks apprentices play an important part in delivering this service. Customer service is at the heart of ESB Networks, through their experience, ESB

Networks apprentices will be at the fore in delivering and providing services to our customers. Both physical and logical activity Though the job requires an element of physicality, there is much more to the programme than climbing poles and heavy lifting, the role combines both physical and logical activity. True to the fact that no two days are the same in the programme, apprentices will be assisting and dealing with a wide range of customer’s needs. In their day to day work activities they can be responding to faults and fault finding to maintain customer supply, connecting new customers, both residential and commercial to the electricity network, replacing and maintaining electrical assets and installing new elements to the electricity network like overhead wires and unground cable technologies. A critical part of the ESB Networks Apprenticeship Programme is the training and peer support given to the apprentices. Throughout the programme, apprentices work alongside and closely with experienced Network Technicians. While the job may be challenging, the apprentice is always part of a team who will be there to assist and support throughout the programme. ESB Networks greatly fosters and

laces with the ship Programme encourages the idea of creating a team and peer support network. Application For those, who are interested in becoming an ESB Networks Apprenticeship, the programme will open to applicants in the spring of 2019, which will see a further 70 apprentice opportunities available. The programme is open to individuals over 16 years of age on 1st June 2019. At the time of application, candidates must have obtained the following minimum educational qualifications: Junior Certificate (Ordinary Level): Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level (or Grade D or higher at Higher Level) in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent) in the following subjects: 1) Irish or English 2) Mathematics 3) Science* 4) Any 2 other subjects * If you have not obtained the required grade in Science, Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level in any one of the following subjects is acceptable: Technology, Art Craft and Design, Technical Graphics, Materials Technology (Wood), Home Economics or Metalwork.

OR Leaving Certificate: Grade D / O6 or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in the following subjects: 1) Irish or English 2) Mathematics 3) Science Subject (Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics & Chemistry) 4) Any 2 other subjects *If you have not obtained the required grade in any of the above Science subjects, the following is acceptable at Leaving Certificate Level (Grade D/O6 or higher at Ordinary Level) : Art, Construction Studies, Design and Communication, G ra p h ics , E n g ineering, H om e Economics, Technical Drawing and Technology.

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INTERESTED IN A CAREER PATH THAT CAN TAKE YOU ANYWHERE ? If you would you like to earn while you learn, train for real jobs and join a team that will help you develop then please log onto: esbnetworks.ie/careers/apprenticeships to express your interest.

For further information on the ESB Networks Apprentice programme and entry requirements, visit www.esbnetworks.ie/careers. You can also follow us on Twitter @ESBNetworks and Facebook at facebook.com/ esbnetworks, here youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find updates on the ESB Networks Apprentice programme and share stories of our current ESB Networks Apprentices. Education 21

The state of

Engineering 2018 is a report from Engineers Ireland tracking deve economic downturn, with increasing demand for expertise being rewa E N G IN E E R IN G 2 0 1 8 is a n e w barometer for the engineering profession in Ireland, capturing trends in engineering employment, perspectives and education. The report is based primarily on three bespoke surveys conducted between October 2017 and February 2018 with qualified engineers, engineering employers and the general public. This information is complemented by the analysis of data collected by government agencies and other organisations. A set of 10 key performance indicators for the profession has been developed and the results are shown overleaf. Engineering is a diverse profession with engineers working in a variety of sectors, particularly manufacturing, ICT and construction. The public places exceptionally high levels of confidence in the engineering profession, with 90% saying they trust engineers. The public regards engineers as highly competent, applying expertise in their daily work, and essential to reduce risks to public health and safety. Strong business growth The economic recession was a challenging time for engineering, but the industry has bounced back in recent years and is now prospering. Engineering employers experienced particularly strong business growth in 2017 and 83% recruited engineers. These employers are anticipating a similarly good year in 2018 and are planning to recruit further. In fact, businesses are concerned that there is an inadequate supply of engineering skills to meet their needs in the medium term. There is wide public acceptance that there are plenty of jobs in the engineering sector in Ireland today and that engineering is a rewarding career choice for young people. Indeed, the demand for engineering talent has seen graduate engineer 22 Education

salaries increase by 11% in the past four years to €31,000. Meanwhile, employers continue to value the Chartered Engineer title awarded by Engineers Ireland which recognises professional expertise, leadership and ethical practice. Our economy needs engineers and engineering skills. The number of students starting third level engineering courses in Ireland has been increasing in recent years, albeit slowly. In 2016/17, 3% more students enrolled in an engineering course at third level than in the previous academic year. The number of engineering graduates also rose by 3% in the past year. However, if, as a country, we are to overcome skills shortages in the medium term, we must encourage many more young people to choose careers in engineering. In this context, one of the biggest challenges facing the profession is bridging the gender gap and promoting a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The importance of skills: Innovation, industry and infrastructure The last number of years in Ireland have brought significant change to

our environment, society and economy. Unemployment and emigration have been falling as jobs and investment have been rising. However, the country faces incredibly serious challenges relating to housing, health, climate action and Brexit. To reinforce the economic recovery and to overcome these challenges, Government policy centres on the importance of skills to innovation, industry and infrastructure. Major strategies such as Innovation 2020, Enterprise 2025, the National Skills Strategy and the Action Plan for Jobs emphasise the importance of skills to inward investment, export opportunities and sustainable long-term growth. Also, the €116 billion National Development Plan 2018-2027 (as part of Project Ireland 2040) commits to the delivery of an ambitious programme of infrastructure to transform the country over the next 10 years. It is of paramount importance that the country has the necessary capital infrastructure to meet economic demands within the coming years as well as the skilled labour force to create and fill the jobs of the future. Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) Government has identified STEM as one of the most important sets of skills for the country’s future progression and prosperity. Following the work of the STEM Education Review Group, chaired by Prof. Brian MacCraith, a STEM Education Policy

Engineers Week 2019 Taking place from 2 – 8 March 2019, Engineers Week is a week-long festival of nationwide events celebrating the world of engineering in Ireland www.engineersweek.ie

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elopments in an Ireland recovering from the arding with improved salaries and opportunities Statement 2017-2026 and Implementation Plan was launched to increase the uptake and diversity in STEM. These subjects are vital not only for economic development, but also for addressing global challenges, such as climate change, and to informing public decisionmaking in our democracy. Engineers Ireland is a leading advocate for STEM education, STEM career pathways and public engagement with engineering for many years, coordinating the STEPS programme. Funded under Science

Foundation Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Discover programme Call, STEPS aims to inspire the next generation of STEM professionals. As the voice of the engineering profession in Ireland, Engineers Ireland focuses on the promotion and development of all disciplines of engineering. Engineering 2018 Report Engineering is transforming how we live, work and study. From lifesaving biomedical technology to energy-efficient housing, engineers

are developing innovative solutions for the benefit of society. 'One of the The purpose of Engineering 2018 biggest is to measure, analyse and learn from challenges is significant trends in the engineering bridging the profession in Ireland. gender gap The data contained in the report and promoting will be useful not only for engineers, a more diverse but also for those considering enterand inclusive ing our profession, for industry, for workforce" educational institutions and for Government policy. You can read the full report at www.engineersireland.ie

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Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture

Horticulture as a career path THE Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture is located in the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin’s northside suburb of Glasnevin. At this location we teach full time courses in Horticulture at Level 5 (Certificate, 1 year), Level 6 (Advanced Certificate, 1 year) and Level 7 (Ordinary Degree, 3 years). We have approximately 200 students from all over the Dublin, the greater Leinster area and beyond. Fantastic outdoor classroom Students who enter the courses have the ability to learn in the fantastic outdoor classroom which is the plant collection of the National Botanic Gardens complimented by the new state of the art college teaching facilities which were completed in 2014. We have the added benefit of students being taught by top class Teagasc and OPW staff of the Gardens who take students on prac-

tical work experience during their studies in the college. Our qualifications are fully accredited and suit people who wish to follow the area of Horticulture as a fulltime career path. The basic science of horticulture is covered in all courses, soils, plant science and plant identification and then students can further study areas like Landscaping, Sportsturf, Nursery stock and Food Crop production. These subjects give people the foundation to build a strong career in the horticultural sector. Degree course Students can enter first year either by applying directly to the college for the Certificate course or through the CAO for the level 7 degree course (WD097). We have a partnership w i t h Wa t e r f o rd I n s t i t u t e o f Technology for the delivery of the d e g re e c o u r s e i n t h e B o t a n i c Gardens.

"The basic science of horticulture is covered in all courses, soils, plant science and plant identification and then students can further study areas like Landscaping, Sportsturf, Nursery stock and Food Crop production

This year students can also study part time modules in Horticulture at level 5 and level 6. This will enable people who are working to drop in to partake in modules that are awarded as components of the major award at level 5 and level 6. This year we are offering Level 5 modules on a part time basis - see list below for summer courses and courses within the academic year. We also offer Level 6 modules on a part time basis, for those working in the industry. The college is holding a Career and Course information day on Thursday 7th March 2019 from 2.00-4.00pm and all are welcome.

FIND OUT MORE: Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 01 8040201 or 01 8040202 Email: botanic.college@teagasc.ie

A Career in Horticulture... Situated in the National Botanic Gardens Glasnevin, the Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture offers a range of courses in Horticulture. This wonderful setting provides the unique blend of the finest park setting in the capital coupled with the experience of the staff of the gardens and the Teagasc staff. All students can avail of work experience in the Botanic Gardens as well as in parks around the city and other placements further afield. Graduates of the college are leaders in the field of Horticulture and develop clear career pathways. Careers in landscape design and construction, parks, garden centres, fruit and vegetable production are all followed by the graduates. Part time Courses: Academic Year: • Plant ID and Use • Plant Propagation • Landscape construction & Maintenance • Plant Protection • Fruit and Vegetable Production • Horticulture Mechanisation • Plant Science • Soil Science

OPEN DAY: Thursday 7th March 2019 @ 2.00-4.00pm CAREERS IN HORTICULTURE: meet the employers/companies for employment information COURSES IN HORTICULTURE: meet the college staff for course information Venue: College Building in National Botanic Gardens (All welcome – no prior booking needed) Application details on all courses can be found at: www.teagasc.ie/education/teagasc-colleges/botanic-gardens/ Telephone 01 8040201 or email: botanic.college@teagasc.ie Education 25

A broad range of further CRUMLIN College of Further Education has been offering educational services in South Dublin for over 60 years. Located on Crumlin Road, its close proximity to Dublin Bus and Luas services makes it an ideal location for students. A range of QQI courses are offered at Level 5 and Level 6 in the schools of Hairdressing, Beauty, Fashion, Sports, Information Technology, Business & Accounting, Tourism, Catering, Security, Sales & Administration. In addition, a range of night courses are offered at its Evening School. Here’s just a flavour of what’s on offer at Crumlin College… Fashion The Fashion Department in Crumlin College offers industry focused courses that reflect the current and future staffing requirements of the business and creative sectors of the fashion industry. Students can choose between the QQI Level 5 course in Fashion Buying & Merchandising or Fashion Styling with Design. Both courses

offer students a comprehensive understanding of their chosen field as well as a rounded perspective on the fashion industry as a whole. The college has established close links with a network of professionals within the fashion industry and students benefit from visits by a variety of guest speakers. Research fieldtrips for college assignments are organised throughout the academic year and are enjoyable and valuable learning experiences. Students have the opportunity to get hands-on experience through the college’s work experience programme. There is also the possibility to apply for college-organised internships and work-experience placements in major international Buying and Merchandising offices. Through the college’s industry links with some of Ireland’s leading fashion designers and fashion stylists, there are frequent opportunities to apply to gain practical hands-on experience in fashion design studios or in assisting in the styling of fashion shows and photo shoots. Upon successful completion of the

"The college has established close links with a network of professionals within the fashion industry and students benefit from visits by a variety of guest speakers"

QQI Level 5 course, many graduates have successfully gained employment in the fashion industry as Trainee Buyer & Merchandisers, Assistant Stylists or Design Studio Assistants. Through the QQI progression routes, graduates may also apply to third level courses. Crumlin College graduates have progressed to successfully complete the BA in Visual Merchandising & Display in DIT. There is also the option to progress onto the QQI Level 6 course in Fashion Management in Crumlin College and this will appeal to students who wish to develop a career in the business, managerial and retailing side of the fashion industry while actively developing imagination and flair for design, buying and selling. The dynamic and industryfocussed courses offered by Crumlin College’s Fashion Department equip graduates with a well-rounded and practical skill-set desired by prospective employers in the fashion industry and prepares them for study at third level institutions.

New Courses on offer at Crumlin College of Further Education CRUMLIN College has a number of recently introduced and revised courses for the coming academic year 2019/2020. These are just some of the courses on offer: IT Digital Skills: This course aims to provide relevant and practical IT digital skills for students who wish to pursue a career in a range of IT areas. Social Media with Computer Applications: This course offers prospective students an excellent opportunity to acquire and practice the cutting-edge social media and ICT applications skills required in the workplace of most businesses. Software Development with Mobile Technologies: This course prepares students for a rewarding career in software development and mobile technologies. The core aim of the course is to impart the expertise necessary to design, develop and maintain software. Computer Network and Support Technician: This course is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire the skills necessary to implement and support PC systems and networks. Successful graduates of the course can look forward to a rewarding and challenging career in this 26 Education

rapidly expanding field. Hospitality with Tourism: This course prepares students for a career in the hospitality industry. Students will gain practical, hands-on experience in the accommodation and catering sectors, coupled with knowledge of the tourism industry through the provision of a broad range of modules. Sales and Marketing: This course now offers a range of new modules to allow students to gain additional skills in and insights into the sales and marketing industries. New modules on offer include Digital Marketing and Event Production. The course concentrates on providing the practical specialist skills required for a successful career as a customer service provider or company sales representative. Students will gain an extensive knowledge of selling techniques, marketing theory and practice, information technology and the business environment in which the industry operates. All of the above modules are at QQI Level 5 and each course includes a work experience module, which allows students to gain valuable practical experience in their chosen area of study.

education opportunities Beauty The School of Beauty is located in a separate building in Captainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road, Crumlin. Crumlin College offers a one or two year Diploma in Beauty Therapy. The Diploma in Beauty Therapy includes accreditation from QQI, ITEC and CIDESCO. The course provides intensive practical and theoretical training in a various aspects of Beauty Therapy and leads to an internationally recognised qualification. Successful applicants can work as a beauty therapist in range of industries including Cruise Liners, Beauty Salons and Health and Leisure centres. Beauty and Retail Sales may be taken as a one year course at QQI Level 5 or a two year course at QQI Level 6. The course also includes ITEC accreditation in manicure, pedicure, make-up and beauty specialisations. Practical and theoretical knowledge is enhanced through work experience in the beauty and retail sector and through the running of pop-up salons within the college.

"Practical and theoretical knowledge is enhanced through work experience in the beauty and retail sector"

Catering Students have the option of choosing the Culinary Arts (Professional Cookery) Programme or Commis Chef Apprenticeship programme. The Culinary Arts (Professional Cookery) is a one year course at QQI Level 5 with the possibility to progress to a second year at QQI Level 6. Students get a solid grounding in the practical side of Culinary Arts and participate in a work experience programme which allows them to further hone the skills acquired in class. On successful completion of the course, students may progress on to

a range of higher certificate and degree courses in Institutes of Technology or Universities. Alternatively, they will have acquired the necessary skills to take up employment in a broad range of hospitality organisations, a sector of industry where suitably qualified applicants continue to be in high demand. The Commis Chef Apprenticeship Programme is geared towards students who are employed in the catering industry. Crumlin College is just one of two colleges in Dublin offering the apprenticeship programme. The course is full time and students time is divided between industry and college. The course allows participants to build on their practical culinary skills and techniques by attaining a professional qualification. Applications are now invited at www.apprencticeship. ie for the next intake of students in 2019. Information on these and all courses offered at Crumlin College of Further Education can be accessed at www.crumlincollege.ie

Crumlin College Open Day Tuesday 15th January 2019 | 10am - 3.30pm

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Explore your future in STEM From designing video games or medical devices, to improving food science and sport, and even saving lives through cancer research, students need real insights into the many exciting and diverse STEM career opportunities in Ireland.

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Irish STEM industry facts Keeping up to date on the many career paths available in STEM isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t easy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fast-moving area, with multiple routes to entry and a high demand for graduates. As a consequence, students need insights into STEM career opportunities in Ireland.

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The importance of the college experience THE college experience is central to a successful and enjoyable engagement with Further Education. At Blackrock Further Education Institute (BFEI), learners study in an award winning campus, arguably one of the best in Ireland. The wide range of courses on offer, provide learners a pathway to Higher Education or directly to employment. However, it is the range of activities, both educational and extra-curricular, that contribute most to a positive college experience and will be remembered fondly by learners. BFEI believes it is important to encourage events and activities that present opportunities to make new friends, bond teams and collaborate. Examples from recent weeks in BFEI include; Design Department’s Architectural Trip to Berlin Berlin; one of Europe’s great cities; steeped in history, division, unity, destruction and reconstruction. A city of buildings and styles that represent periods of Imperialism, Fascism, Communism and Capitalism. A truly wonderful destination for our Design learners Erasmus+ Many FE colleges are beginning to realise the potential of the Erasmus+ programme where teachers and learners visit European partners and exchange ideas, knowledge and practice.

"The wide range of courses on offer, provide learners a pathway to Higher Education or directly to employment"

BFEI is playing a leading role. Again this year some Beauty Therapy learners will complete 3 weeks of work experience in Tenerife with 4 and 5-star spas and salons. For the first time, selected students in Computer Science and Network Security will complete work placements in Utrecht, The Netherlands. BFEI has already hosted a number of European teachers and Dutch students will visit us in early 2019. There are ambitious plans to greatly enhance these links for the 2019/2020 academic year. Competition for Erasmus+ places is demanding and based on learner attendance, high standard of work and formal interviews. Open Salon Days All learners (and staff) can avail of some wonderful and relaxing beauty treatments. No further explanation required. And for the staff This year, BFEI formed a workplace choir and recently performed in the Lexicon Theatre Dún Laoghaire. The greater challenge will be to out-sing the BFEI learners at the upcoming Christmas Festivities! A full list of activities, social nights,

competitions, societies, charity works, workshops, presentations, guest-speakers, etc. is far too long for this article. Current and prospective BFEI learners are strongly encouraged to follow our events across social media. A positive college experience motivates learners, creates lasting friendships, improves retention rates and assessment results. It creates a welcoming, caring environment for study and work. If studying in Blackrock Further Education Institute is of interest to you or someone you know, our next Open Day is on 15th January 2019. Online applications for the 2019/20 academic will open from that date. Google Blackrock Further Education or go directly to www.bfei.ie for further details. Education 29

Fencing - teaching t and thrust of a new By Patrick Dight Coach with Munster Blades Fencing Club

Patrick Dight has been fencing since 1983 and has represented Ireland internationally in foil and sabre disciplines and at both senior and veteran level. In addition to teaching fencing he is currently studying to become a coach developer through Sport Ireland Coaching. He provides professional fencing services to schools in Ireland, including Glenstal Abbey School, Castleknock College, Mount Sackville Secondary School, Colaiste Mhuire Askeaton, the Cistercian College in Roscrea and St Mary’s Secondary School in his home town of Nenagh Tipperary. Patrick coaches at Munster Blades Fencing Club which meets in the Nenagh CBS on Friday nights at 7pm. More info at www.munsterblades.ie or on Facebook.

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THE sport of fencing is one of the original Modern Olympic disciplines and has been practiced in Ireland since 1906. The national governing body Fencing Ireland (Pionsóireacht Éireann) operate an Interschool fencing programme to foster collaboration and competition between schools. The objective of the sport is to hit your opponent with your sword (a foil, epee or sabre) while at the same time not allowing them to hit you. It’s been described as a physical game of chess, played at lightning speed.

a highly technical challenge where speed and point control determine success, so boys and girls can learn and compete together on a level playing field (or in this case the fencing piste). Success is determined less by physical characteristics and more by mental application and technical accuracy, so it can suit students who have not previously shown an interest in sport. Unlike traditional sports no body contact is allowed, and this is a key distinction which contributes towards safety and making the sport attractive to students.

So why offer fencing lessons in schools? Sport Ireland research has identified that by the end of year two in secondary schools there is a large gender gap in sports participation. The disparity is overwhelmingly caused by girls dropping out from team sport. Providing a variety of sporting activities maximises sports participation within a school. Individuals who don’t enjoy the pressure of team sports can flourish in an individual setting and studies show females are less likely to drop out from individual sports. Many studies have demonstrated the link between being physically active and higher levels of wellbeing in adolescents, and fencing can be part of a school wide wellbeing syllabus in Junior Cycle. Fencing is not about strength, it’s

Group Based Learning Fencing is taught in classes of up to 25 students, with pairs working together on specific technical exercises as demonstrated by the coach. There is a high degree of problem solving as fencers must determine the optimal angle and timing of defensive and offensive actions. Lessons incorporate footwork drills and games at the start both to warm up and build on the fundamental skills of movement in fencing. Then each lesson will focus on a different technical skill such as how to hold the weapon and direct the point; a range of defensive parries for different circumstances, simple direct attacks and more complex indirect attacks, preparations of attack, ‘pres de fer’ actions (enveloping the opponent’s blade) or discussions on tactics and how to understand and exploit

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an opponent’s defense. When sparring - which is introduced at the end of the first lesson - it is very much an individual sport, with the fencer attempting to find a way to land a hit (touché) whilst not leaving any openings. Strict rules of etiquette are followed which teach discipline and keep fencers safe. Benefits to Fencers Fencing builds self-confidence and mental resilience and it’s a great antidote to stress. When a fencer squares off against an opponent there is nothing else to focus on except the person in front who is holding a weapon and trying to stab you! Fine technical skills such as point control and blade technique are developed but timing and controlling distance are equally important and this requires significant physical effort through footwork to attain good competitive results. The challenge of sparring with your classmates creates great positive energy and once the fundamental skills are learned in the first few lessons this competition increasingly becomes a mental challenge as fencers attempt to predict and counter their opponents’ moves. How can a school provide fencing lessons? Fencing is taught by professional fencing coaches who are overseen by Fencing Ireland.

There is a significant quantity of equipment that must be brought to the school and since we are putting steel swords in children’s hands albeit sporting weapons with no sharp edges - safety is paramount and professional instruction is a must. A fencing coach will meet with the school and discuss the school’s objectives for fencing. These range from taster lessons as part of a school’s active week, to a 10 week course that will culminate with a competition using electric equipment. It takes at least 5 hours tuition to acquire a range of attack and defense options and from there the game becomes increasingly more tactical. Lesson length and frequency can be tailored to match the timetable. Schools that offer fencing to all their students join the Irish Interschool Fencing Programme, which brings participating schools together to collaborate and compete and is facilitated by the fencing coach. There are coaches available in the Dublin area, South Munster and North Munster / the Midlands. See the Interschool menu on the Fencing Ireland website (www.irishfencing. net) for further information. Fencing Ireland also provides training courses for coaches so schools may grow their own teaching resources should they wish to.

Fencing points • Safer than traditional sports • Tactics and technical accuracy is more important than strength or size • Group based learning and problem solving • Boys and girls can learn and compete together • Builds self-confidence and mental resilience • Good for stress, wellness and increased sports participation

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Study in Hungary for a range of qualifications STUDYING in Hungary has provided an alternative for many Irish students to access a number of qualifications in recent years. Aspiring doctors, physiotherapist and vets, amongst many other disciplines have used universities and colleges in Hungary to kickstart their careers. These subjects and qualifications can be accessed online through www.studyhungary.hu which provides comprehensive information about the courses available and the application process to access them. The subjects include Veterinary Medicine at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, G e n e r a l M e d i c i n e , D e n t i s t r y, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Midwifery, Psychology, Veterinary Medicine, Pre-Medical, PreVeterinary, English Language Course, Economics, Business Administration, Art, Art History, Communication, International Studies and Political Science. The site gives details about living and studying in Hungary including details about the universities and their faculties across the subject areas on offer. The process involves an application fee and one entrance exam which is valid for all three medical universities, Veterinary University and Health Science Faculty at Semmelweis University.

Study Hungary Veterinary Medicine • Physiotherapy Medicine • Dentistry • Pharmacy Semmelweis University

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Waterford College ofFurther Education

WCFE Courses for 2018/ 2019* Media Studies / Journalism / Sound Eng. / Audio Vis / Photography Journalism, Photography and New Media- Journalism 5M2464 Sound Engineering and Music Technology-Sound Production 5M2149 Advanced Certificate in Audio/Visual Media Production- 6M5130 Art / Photography Art & Design Portfolio- Art/ Craft/ Design 5M1984 Photography and Digital Media- Photography 5M2094 Advanced Photography-Advanced Cert in Photography 6M3732 Beauty Therapy / Alternative Therapies / Nail Tech Beauty Therapy - Year 1 Advanced Beauty Therapy & Make-Up Artistry - Year 2 Alternative Health & Wellbeing Therapies Business Studies / Security / Accounting Tech Business Studies-5M2102 Advanced Certificate in Business-6M4985 Accounting Technician Apprenticeship- Advanced Certificate in Accounting Security Studies-Certificate in Security Studies -5M2110 Childcare / Psychology / Special Needs Childcare - Early Childhood Care and Education-5M2009 Special Needs Assistant- Intellectual Disability Practice 5M1761 Level 6 Special Needs Assistant- Inclusive Education and Training 6M2263 NEW COURSE Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Childcare- Early childhood Care and Education 6M2007 Computing / Multimedia Computer Systems and Networks-5M0536 Multimedia Production-5M2146 Electronic Technology- CELTX Engineering / Construction Construction Technology-5M5010

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National Commis Chef Apprenticeship Programme The Chefs Apprentice The National Commis Chef Apprenticeship is a two-year programme delivered through training providers nationwide, and consists of a combination of on and off the job training. The apprenticeship aims to address the current shortage of chefs in Ireland and establish a long term supply of qualified chefs within the hospitality and catering industries. The apprenticeship is an employer led programme with over 60% of the training time on the job in a live working environment. It leads to a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Culinary Arts on the National Framework of Qualifications. The Commis Chef apprenticeship programme was officially launched at the end of 2017, with support from industry partners including the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), the Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI), the Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI), Euro-toques Ireland, Catering Management Association of Ireland (CMAI) and Fáilte Ireland. The programme is already running in ten locations and further classes are being planned for 2019. Benefits of the programme • On completion of the programme the apprentice will be a fully qualified Commis Chef, providing them with a range of employment opportunities • The apprentice is employed under a full time contract of employment while in training, allowing them to earn while they learn

• The apprentice will gain valuable on the job experience and get the opportunity to enrich their skills through practice with their employer • The apprentice will train under the guidance of a suitably qualified and experienced employer based mentor • There are no course fees, and the apprentice is provided with a uniform, equipment and essential texts for the programme • The qualification is internationally recognised • Upon qualification, the apprentice will have the choice to progress to further education, or to enter employment as a Commis Chef Entry Criteria Applicants for the apprenticeship must be 16 years or older. Minimum entry qualification requirement is an award at Level 4 on the NFQ including a D in Junior Certificate Maths. You will be required to work as a Commis Chef apprentice with an employer during two years of the programme. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) will also be accepted as part of the entry criteria. Further Information Please contact Ioseph Nestor, National Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator at Kerry ETB on 066-7149600 or inestor@kerryetbtrainingcentre.ie if you would like further information or to enquire about upcoming classes.

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Services at Carlow ETB TRAINING Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB offer an extensive range of free full time training programmes for young people and adults who wish to develop the skills and competencies that are required for the workplace and/or progression to further education and training opportunities. All of our courses lead to nationally and internationally industry recognised accreditation. Furthermore, many of our courses lead directly into employment. Traineeships A Traineeship is an occupational skills development programme which is designed to provide flexible training solutions to the identified needs of Irish industry and local businesses. Traineeships gives participants the opportunity to develop cutting edge skills and knowledge on-the-job, making them more skilled, more employable and enhancing their career options and enables employers to access a pipeline of talent and learners. Traineeships are structured learning programmes which lead to awards at NFQ levels 4-6. They are between 6-20 months in duration and learners will complete at least 30% of learning on the job. For further information visit www.traineeship.ie Generation Apprenticeships The SOLAS Standards Based Apprenticeship is a system of employment focused training and 36 Education

education which enables an individual to obtain the knowledge, skills and competencies required to perform effectively as a craft person in industry. It also enables the individual to progress through further education and training within the national framework of qualifications leading to a QQI level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate. Apprenticeship has long been an accelerator for individual and corporate development in Ireland. Generation Apprenticeship is a major expansion project to more than double the number of learners of all ages and backgrounds taking the apprenticeship route. This promises to be a huge source of inspiration in opening apprenticeship into a full range of twenty-first century industries and skill sets. SOLAS has the responsibility for promoting and overseeing the training and education of all the apprentices in the current 27 designated crafts. A national standard is delivered for each craft based on the occupational analysis of that craft, written as key learning outcomes and structured in modular format. New Apprenticeships New Apprenticeships are currently available and are being developed in conjunction with SOLAS and lead industrial consortia across a wide range of industries and sectors, some of which include New Apprenticeships will combine

The 27 designated crafts are as follows: "All of our courses lead to nationally and internationally industry recognised accreditation. Furthermore, many of our courses lead directly into employment"

• Agricultural Mechanics * • Aircraft Mechanics * • Brick and Stonelaying • Carpentry & Joinery • Construction Plant Fitting * • Electrical * • Electrical Instrumentation * • Electronic Security Systems * • Farriery • Floor & Wall Tiling * • Heavy Vehicle Mechanics * • Industrial Insulation • Instrumentation * • Metal Fabrication • Motor Mechanics* • Painting & Decorating * • Pipefitting • Plastering • Plumbing * • Print Media * • Refrigeration & Air Conditioning * • Stonecutting & Stonemasonry • Sheet Metalworking • Toolmaking • Vehicle Body Repairs * • Wood Manufacturing and Finishing • Mechanical Automation and Maintenance - MAMF * * A person wishing to become an apprentice in one of the trades marked * must pass a colour– vision test approved by SOLAS.

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practical on-the-job learning in sponsor companies, with off-the-job training, which will be delivered by the ETBs and/ or recognised training and education providers. This will allow Apprentices to develop technical knowledge through formal qualifications, as well as key workplace skills and competencies through experiential learning. The programmes will lead to QQI awards from level 5 to 9 on the NFQ. The duration of these apprenticeships will range from two to four years, depending on the chosen field of learning and the degree of difficulty involved in meeting the learning outcomes for the particular apprenticeship programme. Community Training The community Training centres (CTC’s) provide training to early school leavers aged between 16 and 21 years, who are most in need of basic vocational training. This training provision is divided between in centre learning and linked work experience. Courses lead to Major awards at QQI Level 3 and 4 or VTCT awards.

New Apprenticeships are currently available and are being developed in conjunction with SOLAS and lead industrial consortia across a wide range of industries and sectors, some of which include: • Accounting Technician, Level 6 • Industrial Electrical Engineer, Level 7 • Commis Chef, Levels 6 • Financial Services, Levels 6-8 • Insurance Practitioner, Level 8 • Manufacturing Engineer, Level 7 • Polymer Processing Technologist, Level 7 • Manufacturing Technician, Level 7 • ICT Network Engineer, Level 6 • ICT Software Developer, Level 6

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Universal Design at Cork Institute of Technology

Design for all regardless of age, size or ability THE application of the principles of universal design - the design and composition of a product, service or e nv i ro n m e n t s o t h a t i t c a n b e accessed, understood and used to the greatest extent possible by all people, regardless of their age, size or ability - to the ground-breaking innovative product development multi-disciplinary projects by the students and staff at Cork Institute of Technology had led to a great flowering of student achievement on the national and international stages. The developed action-learning programmes brings multidisciplinary teams together to collaborate in conception, research, design, development, experimentation, validation, prototype production, proof of concept testing and commercialization of self-conceived and inspired novel products. Many of the emerging products and start-up companies while critically cognisant of commercial realities and practicalities, are also driven by student idealism towards the use of engineering, business and innovation to better mankind with many projects addressing global application transformative biomedical and societal needs and issues. The application of the 7 principles of universal design - equitable use flexibility in use - simple and intuitive use - perceptible information - toler-

By Professor Sean F. O’Leary Department of Mechanical, Biomedical and Manufacturing Engineering, School of Mechanical, Electrical and Process Engineering, Cork Institute of Technology

ance for error - low physical effort - size and space for approach and use - as "The developed espoused by the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design (CEUD) of the multidisciplinary National Disability Authority has been programme central and crucial to the conception, actively development, optimization and promotes the advancement of the novel products. role of women The promotion of universal design in engineering to students and staff in Cork Institute in general and of Technology has indeed been driven, specifically in inspired and directed by the remarkrelation to able efforts and energy of the staff at participation CEUD and in particular Dr. Gerald through Craddock Chief Executive Officer CEUD leading roles and Mr. Donal Rice Senior Advisor ICT throughout the CEUD, culminating in the Centre for innovative Excellence in Universal Design being product the Centre-piece Exhibitor at the 2018 development Cork Mechanical, Manufacturing & process" Biomedical Engineering Exhibition I r e l a n d a n d E u r o p e ’s L a r g e s t Educational Engineering Event incorporating over 200 stands showcasing a wide range of student development projects - and the highly popular theme for the 2018 Exhibition being “Universal Design - Design for All regardless of Age, Size and Ability”. The forging together of student multidisciplinary teams based on universal design philosophy and practice from career streams and disciplines with traditionally and currently high proportions of male participation such as Mechanical Engineering and Accountancy with career streams and disciplines with traditionally and currently higher proportions of female participation such as Biomedical Engineering and Marketing /Management has harnessed a powerful and ground-breaking synergy between the Dr. Gerald Craddock Chief Executive Officer CEUD

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genders. This has had a hugely beneficial effect in inculcating an innovation / entrepreneurship ethos, mindset and skillset amongst these young people. The developed multidisciplinary programme actively promotes the role of women in engineering in general and specifically in relation to participation through leading roles throughout the innovative product development process. Indeed a very positive indication of the success of this proactive approach is that in the academic year 2017/18, over 60% of the team leaders and project managers elected by the multidisciplinary teams were women. The prevalence of women engineers in team leadership and project management roles had been a major driver and central component of the international/national success of these multidisciplinary teams. A continuous design core centred on universal design principles, a strong innovation ethos, product development from student concept to prototype manufacture and optimisation, multi-discipline teamwork, business plan development, communication and exhibition skill enhancement and a unique engineering education model have all combined to create a critical mass leading to the remarkable international and national successes over a sustained period of the students of CIT’s engineering and business degree courses.

Mr. Donal Rice Senior Advisor ICT CEUD

Universal Design at Cork Institute of Technology

CIT StrydeTech Team

Wins Top 2 Award in Global Health Category at University Start Up World Cup 2018 - Copenhagen, Denmark

Morten Ugelvig Andersen CEO Venture Cup presents Global Health Award to Muireann Hickey and Kevin Hayes of StrydeTech

First Place Award - Global Health Category - Copenhagen University Denmark - Vulcur Med Tech Second Place Award - Global Health Category - Cork Institute of Technology Ireland - StrydeTech Runner Up Finalist Awards - Global Health Category University Start Up World Cup 2018 Harvard University, USA - Loro | Johns Hopkins University, USA - MoTrack Therapy | Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada - BreatheSuite University of Lisbon, Portugal - Nevaro | University of Southern Denmark, Denmark - Sehat Labs | Startup Kiev, Ukraine - Embolin | New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA - Good Vibe Medical | University of Southern Denmark, Denmark - VitaSim | Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia S-Case | University Politehnica of Timisoara, Romania â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Xvision

MS. Muireann Hickey Team Leader of Cork Institute of Technology Multi-disciplinary student team StrydeTech (centre) pictured with Dr. Aoife Burke Biomedical Engineering Lecturer CIT and Mr. Donal Rice Senior Advisor ICT, Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, National Disability Authority at the CEUD Universal Design Stand, Centre-piece Exhibitor at the 2018 Cork Mechanical, Manufacturing & Biomedical Engineering Exhibition. The StrydeTech team and developing enablement device (designed using universal design principles) won a Top 2 Award in the Global Health Category of the University Start Up World Cup 2018 in Copenhagen, Denmark from 1,500 start up submissions

from 40 Countries. In the global finals, the StrydeTech team competed in the hugely prestigious and highly competitive Global Health category, facing up against 13 international teams at Masters, PhD, and Post PhD levels from the most prestigious colleges worldwide (including Harvard and John Hopkins Universities) and presenting projects at extremely high technical level and very advanced commercialisation stages. The achievement of a top Two World Cup Award in the prestigious Global Health Category of the University Startup World Cup Finals 2018 in Denmark is truly an amazing achievement for the undergraduate multidisciplinary StrydeTech team

FROM 1,500 Business Plans submitted from 40 Countries to the University Startup World Cup 2018, CITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s StrydeTech Team were short-listed to just 70 Finalists for the Global Competition Finals in Copenhagen, Denmark. The achievement of the Second Place Award in the prestigious Global Health Category of the University Startup World Cup Finals 2018 is quite frankly an amazing result for the undergraduate team StrydeTech represented here in Copenhagen by Muireann Hickey and Kevin Hayes. StrydeTech were the only Irish team at the University Startup World Cup Finals in any of the 6 short-listed global categories - Health category - Fintech AI & ICT category Service Innovation category - Nextgen Logistics category - Green Tech category - Products and Design category. Muireann and Kevin competed in the hugely prestigious and highly competitive Health category, facing up against 13 international teams at Masters, PhD, and Post PhD levels from the most prestigious colleges worldwide and presenting projects at extremely high technical level and very advanced commercialisation stages. All 13 Health category finalists were indeed to an exceptional standard with remarkable groundbreaking novel work being undertaken to the highest levels in biomedical innovations and advancement including a Novel Inhaler Add-on for Asthma and COPD, Radiography Interpretation to Radiologist-Level Accuracy using Machine Learning, Improved Hand Therapy for Patents with Wrist Fractures and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Treatment of Arteriovenous Malformations, Tumors and Gastric Bleeding, CyberPhysical System Solution for Lab-scale Fermentation Control, Smart Companion for Wheelchair Users, Phobia Tre at m e nt, R e h a b i l i t at i ve Te c h n o l o g y t h ro u g h Biomechanical Stimulation Therapy, Virtual Medical Training and Laser Technology Assisted Wound Healing.

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Engineers Ireland Innovative Student Engineer of the Year 2018 National Finalist Award sponsored by Siemens

Engineers Ireland Innovative Student Engineer of the Year 2018 National Award sponsored by Siemens

First Place and Innovative Student Engineers of the Year 2018 Cork institute of Technology Multidisciplinary StrydeTech Team Presented by Mr. Michael O'Connor, Head of Communications and Government Affairs, Siemens Muireann Hickey, Kevin Hayes, Jonathan Mullane, Cian O’Leary : “ Design and Development of a Life Changing Mobility Enablement Device providing Independence and Confidence to those who cannot get from the Sitting to Standing Position on their Own ”

Finalist Award of Excellence Innovative Student Engineers of the Year Competition 2018 Cork institute of Technology WristLab Biomedical Engineering Team John Colbert, Adrian Szpanko, Evan Stone WristLab - Design and Development of a Novel Biomedical Device to Improve the Diagnostic Process Currently Used for Sleep Apnoea

Cork Institute of Technology Multidisciplinary Student Team

MacGlas

Invited to and Exhibits at 2018

Dubai Design Week Global Grad Show November 12-17 2018

CIT Multidisciplinary Innovative Product Development Team MacGlas have won the overall Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award and have been named ‘College Entrepreneur of the Year 2018’. The winning entrants beat off stiff competition with their project “MacGlas”. MacGlas is a novel vision aid designed to help people suffering from Macular Degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the western world, which results in the progressive loss of central vision. By configuring and applying existing technologies in a new and innovative way to harness and optimally utilise the sufferer’s peripheral undamaged vision, MacGlas helps individuals regain everyday capabilities such as reading which have been made impossible by the genetic disease. The MacGlas multidiscipliary student team also won the Best Product Concept €1,500 Award at the CIT Prize for Innovation 2018 The exhibition brings together highlights from the degree shows of the most innovative technology and design programs in the world, featuring works from 50 universities in 30 countries. This includes well established schools such as MIT, Royal College of Art, and National University of Singapore, as well as smaller ones such as Srishti Institute in Bangalore and Higher Institute of Industrial Design in Havana. Ms. Elaine Leahy, Team Leader, MacGlas has travelled to Dubai as Ireland’s sole representative in the Global Grad Show.

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The MacGlas stand has created great interest in Dubai – see attached photo from Dubai depicting Biomedical Engineering Student Elaine describing Macular Degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the western world, which results in the progressive loss of central vision and the motivation for the innovative MacGlas developing product. The Dubai Design Week Global Grad Show is a globally unique exhibition of innovation, inventions and technology that will transform our future, all showcased by the world’s next generation of design talent. From over 1,000 submissions this year, 150 of the world’s best graduate projects are selected to be showcased at the Global Grad Show. This invitation and participation represents a great international honour for the team and for CIT.

Ms. Elaine Leahy, Team Leader, MacGlas at Dubai Design Week

Universal Design at Cork Institute of Technology

Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI) Graduate Awards 2018 Supported by Centre of Excellence in Universal Design and sponsored by Arup, Design Partners and Boxclever

First Place - Product Design Medical Devices Category 2018 Cork institute of Technology Multidisciplinary StrydeTech Team “ Design and Development of a Life Changing Mobility Enablement Device providing Independence and Confidence to those who cannot get from the Sitting to Standing Position on their Own ”

StrydeTech Team Leader Muireann Hickey

Presentation by Mr. Cormac Ó Conaire Creative Director Design Partners of Institute of Designers in Ireland Graduate Design National Award 2018 Product Design Medical Devices Category First Place National Award Winner 2018 to StrydeTech Team Leader Muireann Hickey

Institute of Designers in Ireland Graduate Design National Awards 2018 IADT Dun Laoghaire Thursday Night 6th December 2018 Product Design Medical Devices Category First Place National Award Winner 2018 Cork institute of Technology StrydeTech Muireann Hickey, Kevin Hayes, Cian O'Leary, Jonathan Mullane Runner Up Finalists 2018 DuoSense - National University of Ireland Maynooth PEP: Prescribed Exercise Prompt - Dublin institute of Technology OptiFlex - Dublin institute of Technology

Congratulations also to CIT’s Micheal Fitton who won First place in Interior Design / Interior Architecture for his project "AlterEd" Makerspace / Fablab. Congratulations also to the other CIT national finalists, ( shortlisted from 488 entries from 12 colleges nationwide ), who represented the institute with the greatest distinction and who won highly commended national finalist awards: Ove Arup Award Third Space Community Centre – Aoife Ryan CIT Vis Comm Brand Identity Le Chéile – Alannah Calvert CIT Vis Comm Use of Illustration in Design Galzine. – Alannah Calvert CIT Vis Comm Use of Illustration in Design Mocking obstacles – Monika Szynkiewicz CIT

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Universal Design Grand Challenge Awards

Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin 24th May 2018 Information and Communication Technology Category First Place National Award Safely Snooze - Cork Institute of Technology CIT Multidisciplinary Innovative Product Development Laboratories Team

Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin 24th May 2018 National Disability Authority Universal Design Grand Challenge Product and Services Category Finalist Award

Presentation of Universal Design Grand Challenge Technology Trophy by Mr. Declan Brady, President Irish Computer Society to Safely Snooze team - represented by Shane Guerin, Niamh Savage, Alice Brislane and Darren O’Sullivan

Poschair - Cork Institute of Technology CIT Multidisciplinary Innovative Product Development Laboratories Team Presenting to a very Appreciative and Large Audience of Distinguished Guest and Judges at the Universal Design Grand Challenge Finals 2018 Poschair team - represented by Diarmuid Doheny, Grace Aribasoye and Nathan Harman

Universal Design Grand Challenge Awards Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin 24th May 2018 National Disability Authority – People’s Choice Prize First Place National Award ZipIt! - Cork Institute of Technology CIT Multidisciplinary Innovative Product Development Laboratories Team

Universal Design Grand Challenge Awards Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin 24th May 2018 Built Environment Category First Place National Award Bantry Town - Multi Generational Social Housing Project

Presentation of Universal Design Grand Challenge People’s Choice Trophy by Associate Professor Liz Sanders Ohio State University - Founder MakeTools to ZipIt! team - represented by Cillian Kearney, Eveleen Clancy and Cian Moore

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Presentation of Universal Design Grand Challenge Built Environment Trophy by Ms. Laura Magahy, Director MCO to Frank Dowling, BSc (Hons) Architecture CIT / UCC Cork Centre for Architectural Education

Universal Design at Cork Institute of Technology

Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards | NUI Galway 13th - 14th June 2018 Enterprise Ireland Overall Winner and Student Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018 - €10,000

From over 1,000 Entries and following three gruelling days of Finals in Galway, Two Major Awards Winners were announced for Cork Institute of Technology: CIT Innovative Product Development Multidisciplinary Teams MacGlas and GreenBreathing Win Two Major Awards at National Finals Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards 2018 First Place and Student Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 National Excellence Award of Merit 2018

CIT Innovative Product Development Multidisciplinary Team

MacGlas MacGlas is a novel vision aid designed to help people suffering from Macular Degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the western world, which results in the progressive loss of central vision. By configuring and applying existing technologies in a new and innovative way to harness and optimally utilise the sufferer’s peripheral undamaged vision, MacGlas helps individuals regain everyday capabilities such as reading which have been made impossible by the genetic disease.

Enterprise Ireland Overall Winner and Student Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018 - €10,000

CIT Innovative Product Development Multidisciplinary Team

GreenBreathing

CIT Innovative Product Development Multidisciplinary Team

MacGlas

GreenBreathing is an innovative, life enhancing, indoor air purification device. This ground-breaking device enhances your quality of life by purifying the air entering your home. It improves the quality of the incoming air of virtually any HRV system using live plant matter to filter harmful gases and particulate. The indoor air quality is improved and the oxygen levels are optimised. Global air quality is diminishing. CO2 emissions and man-made particulate are finding their way into peoples’ lungs all over the world. Studies have shown that high levels of carbon dioxide can negatively impact on our everyday life, including complaints of drowsiness, poor concentration, headaches, increased heart rate and nausea. Moss has the incredible ability to absorb fine particulate matter and harmful gases.

Enterprise Ireland Overall Winner and Student Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018 Pictured with Mr. Richard Murphy of Enterprise Ireland, Chairman of the Adjudication Panel Education 45

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Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards | NUI Galway 13th - 14th June 2018 11 CIT Projects short-listed to Second Stage (Top 50 Nationally from over 1,000 entries)

MacGlas CIT