Python for Construction Professionals (Micro-cred L7, 5 ECTS)

•  Introduction to Python. Anaconda concepts and principles, Python data types, functions and libraries. Creation of simple scripts
•  OOP techniques in Python, Data Analysis methods, Regular Expressions and Pattern Matching
•  Matplotlib, SciPy, Numpy, Using, uses and use-cases , Testing and Debugging
•  File IO, Python with Excel. (XlsxWriter, xlwings, pyexcel), cURL API calls (PycURL, urllib, )

National/Advanced Craft Certificate or equivalent (Level 6) in construction related trade

or

Higher Certificate (Level 6) in a Construction Related Discipline.

And

A minimum of two years’ experience in the delivery of construction related craft apprenticeship training or equivalent

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) 
If you do not meet the academic entry requirements listed above but would like your application assessed under RPL please select YES on the online application form. Please include any relevant work experience/further information relevant to your application under the ‘Additional Information’ section.

English Language: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a score of 5.5 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a score of 6.0 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements. Please note that we do not request proof of English language qualification or proficiency.

Delivery

The programme will run for 8 Weeks, 1 evening per week, 3 hours per evening

Wednesdays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm

Start Date

There will be an online welcome session for all students on 9th September 2026

Classes will commence on Wednesday 16th September 2026

Location

All classes will be delivered online and lectures are recorded for listen back option.

The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change.

Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college.  The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

This module is fully assessed through Continuous Assessment which includes an Individual Practical Assessment in week 3 and an Individual Project Assessment in week 8.

Assessments are designed with tiered activities of varying difficulty. These are individual assessments, however peer collaboration is actively encouraged. All assessments include an element of reflection per Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle.

Required Book List

Downey, B., (2015). Think Python. . O’Reilly Media. ISBN 1491939362 ISBN-13 9781491939369

Sweigart, AL., (2019). Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 2nd Edition. . No Starch Press. ISBN 9781593279929 ISBN-13 1593279922

Severance, R., (2016). Python for Everybody. ISBN 1530051126 ISBN-13 9781530051120

Python for Construction Professionals (Micro-credential L7, 5 ECTS)

The fee is €625 and is part funded by the DASBE Initiative (HEA HCI Funded) for eligible applicants in 2026.

Successful applicants will qualify for €208 in funding towards the cost of the programme. The balance of €417 will be payable by the applicant upon registration.

Funding is limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis to eligible applicants.

Applications will close 2 weeks before the listed start date or once the maximum number of applicants is reached

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis

Programme run subject to viable numbers