Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services Engineering

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Technological University Dublin

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services Engineering at Technological University Dublin is a three-year undergraduate degree that equips you with practical and technical skills to design, install, and manage electrical systems used in modern buildings and infrastructure. This programme is ideal for students who enjoy applied engineering challenges and want to work in building services, energy management, electrical installations, and sustainable building technologies.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 — Core Electrical and Engineering Foundations
In your first year, you develop strong fundamentals in engineering mathematics, electrical principles, engineering science, technical communication, and computing for engineers. You’ll also study introductory circuit theory, materials technology, and workshop practice, giving you both theoretical understanding and hands-on skills that set the foundation for all future study in electrical services.

Year 2 — Electrical Services Systems and Application
Second year focuses on the core electrical services engineering topics that are central to the programme. Subjects include Electrical Power Distribution, Electrical Installation Technology, Lighting and Illumination Engineering, Principles of Building Services, Control and Automation Systems, and Energy Management. This year bridges theory with real-world applications used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Year 3 — Advanced Building Services and Capstone Project
In your final year, the emphasis is on advanced technical knowledge and independent engineering practice. You will take higher-level modules in areas such as Sustainable Electrical Services, Intelligent Building Systems, Safety and Regulatory Standards for Electrical Services, and Energy Efficiency in Building Design. A final project or practical capstone allows you to apply your learning to a substantial engineering challenge — designing, specifying and justifying an electrical services solution based on actual requirements, codes and best practices.

Focus areas:
Electrical systems for buildings • Power distribution and protection • Lighting design and illumination technology • Building services control and automation • Energy efficiency and sustainability • Safety, standards and compliance • Electrical installation planning and management

Learning outcomes:
Graduates of this programme will be able to analyse and solve practical engineering problems related to electrical services, design and evaluate electrical systems for buildings, apply engineering science and mathematics to service engineering tasks, use modern engineering tools and software, work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate engineering solutions clearly, and demonstrate a professional and ethical approach to engineering practice.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
This three-year BEng degree provides a solid accredited foundation in electrical services engineering and supports pathways into professional practice, technician-level roles, and options for further study or progression to honours-level degrees.

Reputation (employability & standing):
Technological University Dublin is recognised for its strong industry connections and practice-oriented engineering education. Graduates in Electrical Services Engineering are well regarded by employers in sectors such as building services design, construction engineering, facilities management, energy consultancy, smart and sustainable infrastructure, and electrical contracting due to their hands-on capability and practical engineering skill set.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Technological University Dublin, the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services Engineering is a hands-on, professionally oriented degree where practical experience and real engineering work are central to your learning. This programme teaches you how electrical systems are designed, installed, tested, managed and maintained in buildings and industrial environments — from lighting, power distribution and fire alarms to intelligent building control, renewable energy integration, and energy efficiency systems. You’ll work regularly in modern laboratories and workshops where you build, test and troubleshoot electrical installations and systems, gaining technical confidence and professional competence. The curriculum has a strong practical focus, with laboratory exercises, structured design projects, and engagement with industry professionals that prepare you for careers in consulting engineering, construction, facilities management and energy services.

Here’s how experiential learning is embedded throughout the Electrical Services Engineering degree:

Hands-On Electrical Engineering Laboratories
You’ll work in well-equipped labs carrying out experiments and practical exercises in electrical circuits, power systems, building services systems, control systems and measurement techniques.
Applied Building Systems Design Projects
Project-based learning is woven into many modules, where you apply engineering principles to design and analyse real electrical service systems for buildings and facilities. These projects help you develop teamwork, technical communication and structured problem-solving skills.
Industry-Relevant Digital Tools & Software
Throughout the degree you gain experience with industry-standard design and modelling software used in electrical services engineering. These tools support simulation, system sizing, performance analysis, and documentation — key skills in professional practice.
Professional Practices & Standards Integration
Practical teaching is aligned with professional engineering standards and regulatory frameworks relevant to electrical services. You learn how to interpret and apply codes, standards and design guides that govern safe and effective electrical installations.
Workshops & Fabrication Skills
You also spend time in workshops learning how electrical components are assembled, tested and connected — strengthening your hands-on technical skills and understanding of real systems.
Final-Year Capstone Project
In the final year, you undertake a substantial individual project that integrates the theory and practical skills you’ve developed. Projects often focus on designing complete electrical services installations for buildings, including power distribution, lighting design, energy efficiency and control systems.
Industry Engagement & Professional Exposure
The programme includes guest lectures, employer workshops and industry visits that connect classroom learning with real workplace practices. Engagement with engineering firms and facilities professionals gives insight into typical job tasks and professional expectations.
Research-Informed Teaching & Practical Context
Teaching is informed by contemporary engineering practice and developments in areas such as sustainable energy systems, intelligent building technologies and energy-efficient design, ensuring your learning remains relevant to current industry needs.

Facilities & Practical Resources (Official):
Electrical engineering laboratories, building services systems test rigs, workshops for assembly and fabrication, professional design and modelling software environments, capstone project support areas, and access to TU Dublin’s engineering library and computing resources — all structured to give you real, practical experience in electrical services engineering.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services Engineering at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) prepares you for engineering careers focused on designing, installing and maintaining electrical systems that power buildings, infrastructure and commercial spaces. Graduates typically step into roles such as Electrical Services Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Design & Commissioning Engineer and Sustainability/ Energy Systems Engineer in sectors like construction, facilities management, energy consulting and services engineering: you’ll graduate with the practical and theoretical skills employers seek to support safe, efficient and sustainable electrical installations.

• University Services to Support Your Career: TU Dublin’s Careers Service provides tailored career guidance, professional skills workshops (CVs, interviews, networking), employer engagement events, internship and placement support, and access to industry-focused job opportunities — all designed to help you smoothly transition into the workforce.
• Employment Outcomes & Salary Prospects: Graduates from this programme enjoy strong employability because qualified electrical services engineers are in consistent demand across construction, consulting, energy services and facilities management. Starting salaries are competitive and reflect the technical expertise and practical problem-solving skills developed during your studies.
• University–Industry Engagement: The programme benefits from links with industry partners in construction engineering, building services design, energy efficiency and consulting sectors, giving you exposure to real-world projects, workplace expectations, and professional networks. This practical engagement enhances your readiness for employment.
• Long-Term Accreditation Value: The degree offers a recognised engineering education foundation and supports progression toward professional credentials and certifications relevant to electrical services and building systems engineering, helping position your career for long-term growth.
• Graduation Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to work on the design, specification, installation and commissioning of electrical services for buildings and infrastructure, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, security, communications and energy management systems.

Typical roles graduates move into include:
• Electrical Services Engineer – focusing on building and infrastructure electrical systems.
• Building Services Design Engineer – working with architectural and construction teams on integrated electrical solutions.
• Commissioning & Project Engineer – ensuring systems perform to specification and safety standards.
• Energy & Sustainability Engineer – optimising energy use and integrating efficient technologies.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services Engineering, you can enhance your expertise and career options through further study. Many graduates pursue postgraduate Master’s degrees in related areas such as building services engineering, energy systems, sustainable design, smart infrastructure, or facilities management to deepen specialist knowledge. Others may progress to PhD research in advanced electrical services, sustainability technologies or smart systems, leading to careers in innovation, research or academic roles. Further academic progression also strengthens your professional profile and supports long-term career development in engineering and technology sectors.