Master of Engineering Industrial Automation

Program Overview

This Online Master of Engineering in Industrial Automation program combines industry-driven curriculum with theoretical foundations. Students gain expertise in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation technologies. The program features a blended learning approach, industry partnerships, and a focus on practical skills, preparing graduates for careers in various industrial automation fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This Online – Master of Engineering Industrial Automation qualification is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation.

Objectives:

• Deepen your technical knowledge in Industrial Automation Engineering
• Learn from industry practitioners and leading academics
• Higher earning potential
• Global professional recognition

Outline:

Year One:

Term 1:

• Industrial Automation Introduction (3 credits)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (3 credits)

Term 2:

• Industrial Process Control Systems (3 credits)
• Industrial Instrumentation (3 credits)

Term 3:

• Electrical Engineering for Industrial Automation (3 credits)
• Professional Engineering Management (3 credits)

Term 4:

• Industrial Data Communications (3 credits)
• Safety Instrumented Systems (3 credits)

Year Two:

Term 1:

• Machine Learning for Industrial Automation (3 credits)
• SCADA and Distributed Control Systems (3 credits)

Term 2:

• Advanced Process Control (3 credits)
• Engineering Practice and Key Research Methods (3 credits)

Terms 3 & 4:

• Project Thesis (12 credits)

Assessment:

Program Learning Outcomes:

• Investigate, analyse and present technical ideas, information and solutions on Industrial Automation problems and projects.
• Identify, critically analyse and creatively solve intellectually complex, specialised professional engineering problems in electrical engineering, safety design, instrumentation, communication, and industrial process control systems relevant to Industrial Automation.
• Use skills in established systematic design and project management methodologies, to source, analyse, synthesise, design and communicate projects and information.
• Demonstrate scientific, mathematical, design and international standards perspectives as ethical Professional Industrial Automation Engineers.
• Apply fundamental electrical engineering principles; synthesise control system strategies; evaluate hazard, risk and performing safety system design; assess modern instrumentation and control equipment; validate knowledge of industrial data communications; conduct systematic project management.
• Graduates will execute applied research projects with independent scholarship, advanced research, planning, and leadership with accountability and sound research ethos.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Blended learning approach with online and on-campus components
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Group projects
• Case studies

Faculty:

• Industry experts with extensive experience in industrial automation
• Academics with research backgrounds in the field
• Guest speakers from the industry

Unique Approaches:

• Strong industry partnerships provide students with real-world experience and insights
• Emphasis on practical skills and hands-on training
• Flexible learning options to accommodate working professionals

Careers:

Potential Job Outcomes:

• Process control, commissioning and production management
• Plant, factory and building automation
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs) and SCADA
• Industrial design and consultation
• Supply chain management, quality assurance, and sales
• Operations, maintenance, field services, and technical support
• Controls, instrumentation, and robotics
• Industrial project management and business development