Master of Maritime Engineering

Program Overview

The Master of Maritime Engineering is a 1.5-year program that enhances expertise in the field. It offers specializations in Submarine or Surface Ships, with core courses covering Submarine Design, Naval Ship Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Students can choose from elective courses and industry-sponsored students gain practical experience through workplace projects. The program is delivered by the University of Adelaide and ASC, the builder and sustainer of the Navy's fleet of Collins Class submarines.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Master of Maritime Engineering is a 1.5-year (full-time or part-time equivalent) program designed to enhance expertise in the maritime engineering field.
It is jointly delivered by the University of Adelaide and ASC, the builder and sustainer of the Navy's fleet of Collins Class submarines. Students can pursue either a Submarine or Surface Ships specialization track.
• Objectives:
• Develop and enhance prior knowledge and skills
• Acquire highly sought-after knowledge and practical abilities
• Complete core courses intensively in six months, covering Submarine Design, Naval Ship Engineering, and Systems Engineering
• Choose from a range of specialist electives and study paths
• Industry-sponsored students gain practical experience through workplace projects

Outline:

• Content and Structure: The program consists of 36 units, including:
• Core courses (9 units)
• Research Project (12 units)
• Elective courses (15 units)
• Course Schedule:
• Core Courses - Submarine Specialization
• MECH ENG 7042 Introduction to Submarine Design
• MECH ENG 7046 Submarine Design
• MECH ENG 7056 Systems Engineering 1
• Core Courses - Surface Ships Specialization
• MECH ENG 7048 Introduction to Naval Ship Engineering
• MECH ENG 7056 Systems Engineering 1
• MECH ENG 7065 Naval Ship Engineering
• Research Project
• MECH ENG 7049A Marine Engineering Research Project A (0 units)

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Research-based knowledge dissemination
• Hands-on project work
• Industry-led collaborations
• Faculty:
• Research-active staff with expertise in maritime engineering
• Industry experts from ASC and other partners

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths and Opportunities:
• Marine Engineer
• Naval Ship Engineer
• Defense Engineer
• Engineer
• Systems Engineer