This 4-day programme focuses on techniques used to understand and map the injection moulding process, reducing moulding inconsistency by understanding its causes and effects. A strong emphasis is placed on giving participants the practical skills to apply both SPC and troubleshooting techniques

On successful completion of the course, trainees will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Injection Moulding (5N3037)

This 4-day programme focuses heavily on troubleshooting. It is suitable for operators, team-leaders, tool setters, technicians and engineers with at least a few months moulding experience, or those who have completed the Module 1 course or equivalent.

On successful completion of the course, trainees will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Injection Moulding (5N3036)

This is an intense 4-day programme which covers in detail all aspects of injection moulding – both theory and practice. Training takes place at our well-equipped training facility in Athlone. No prior knowledge or experience of Injection moulding is assumed. On successful completion of the course, trainees will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Injection Moulding (5N3035)

Programme overview

This course will incorporate polymer processing (injection moulding and extrusion), materials and plastic part design over 10 days as follows:

Week 1: 11 - 15 May 2026 (Provisonal): Extrusion, Materials and Design, delivered by Padraic Lunn and Peter Cracknell.

Week 2: 18 - 22 May 2026 (Provisonal): Injection Moulding Process Technology delivered by Stephen O'Leary.

The programme also includes a suitable post course paid work placement, subject to availability.

The course is 100% funded, so it is free to attend for eligible applicants. All course materials, lunches and refreshments are provided for the duration of the programme. Candidates must be unemployed at commencement of the programme and available to attend in person each day from 9.30am - 4.30pm.

The 2026 dates May 2026, 11-22 May 2026