Bachelor of Engineering (Sustainable Systems Engineering) (Honours)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Sustainable Systems Engineering) (Honours) at RMIT University equips students with a systems engineering approach to address global sustainability challenges. The program focuses on sustainable systems design, engineering science, and specializations in renewable energy, energy efficiency, transport and logistics, and supply chain analytics. Graduates are prepared for careers in industries such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable transport.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Engineering (Sustainable Systems Engineering) (Honours) at RMIT University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address global sustainability challenges. The program focuses on developing a systems engineering approach, combining the fundamentals of sustainable systems design, engineering design, engineering mathematics, and engineering science. Specializations exist in renewable energy systems, energy efficiency and demand management, transport and logistics, and supply chain analytics.
Outline:
Year 1 and 2:
- Focus on developing a sustainable systems approach, covering sustainable systems design, engineering science, engineering mathematics, engineering design, sustainability, artificial intelligence (AI), electronics, and engineering professional practice.
- Introduction to Engineering subject, incorporating a humanitarian-focused Engineers Without Borders Challenge.
Year 3 and 4:
- Core subjects in design for sustainability, systems thinking, and life cycle assessment.
- Specialist subjects in renewable energy systems, energy efficiency and demand management, transport and logistics, and supply chain analytics.
- Minor option with subjects from diverse engineering fields.
- Capstone project that develops and reinforces skills and knowledge for a professional engineering career.
Assessment:
- Ongoing assessment throughout the semester may include tests, quizzes, essays/reports, presentations, projects, assignments, and exams.
Teaching:
- Lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits, and online materials.
Careers:
- Graduates find careers in energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable transport systems and vehicles, logistics, product design, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
