Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)

Program Overview

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The Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) is a one-year program designed to enhance engineering knowledge and skills. It provides a foundation in structural design, aerodynamics, solid mechanics, and other core areas. The program includes both core courses and mechanical specialization courses, preparing graduates for advanced studies and careers in various engineering fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) is a one-year, full-time or part-time equivalent program designed to provide a foundation for advanced engineering studies and career opportunities. The program is suited to engineering graduates and working engineers with relevant experience.

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Objectives:

The program aims to upskill students for advanced studies and career opportunities by providing them with a strong foundation in the following areas:

• Structural design
• Applied aerodynamics and thermodynamics
• Solid mechanics
• Heat transfer
• Dynamics
• Control
• Research, communication, critical thinking, business, and management skills

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Outline:

The program comprises core courses worth 12 units and mechanical specialization courses worth 12 units.

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Core Courses (12 units):

• Business Management Systems PG (ELEC ENG 7164)
• Research Methods and Statistics (MATHS 7025)
• Project Management Fundamentals (PROJMGNT 5021)

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Core Course (Choice of one, 3 units):

• Using Machine Learning Tools PG (COMP SCI 7317)
• Communication & Critical Thinking (ENG 7057)
• Systems Engineering 1 (MECH ENG 7056)
• Risk Assessment and Management (PROJMGNT 5004)
• Project Governance and Contracts (PROJMGNT 7012)
• Project Leadership and Communication (PROJMGNT 7038)

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Mechanical Specialization Courses (12 units):

• Applied Aerodynamics (MECH ENG 7068)
• Advanced Mechanics of Materials (MECH ENG 7067)
• Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics (MECH ENG 7070)
• Acoustics and Vibrations PG (MECH ENG 7111)

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Assessment:

Assessment methods may vary from course to course and can include a combination of class work, tutorials, assignments, laboratory work, quizzes, project work, and exams.

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Teaching:

The program is taught by research-active staff and industry experts.

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Careers:

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

• Aircraft Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Noise Control Engineer
• Robotics Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

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Domestic applicants

• Indicative annual tuition fees
• Australian Full-fee place: $43,500

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International applicants

• Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)
• International student place: $51,000