Program Overview

Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports)

The Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) course supports the development of core problem-solving abilities and the technical, financial, and management skills associated with manufacturing industries in general, and the motorsports industry in particular.

About this Course

Students gain a solid understanding of the design, simulation, and fabrication processes, and the management issues associated with production of the complex automotive systems and the components that underpin the motorsport industry. The course provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment, with an enthusiastic and articulate approach that reflects the culture of motorsports. Students also have the opportunity to further develop competencies through the provision of extra-curricular activities to help progression into the motorsports industry.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Course Code

G68

Entry Requirements

• 70 Indicative ATAR
• ECU admission and English language requirements apply

Admissions

Course admission profile: ECU admission profile

Fees

• Commonwealth supported: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $8,350
• International students: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $42,900

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Availability & Campus

Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2
---|---|---
City Campus | |
Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT
South West | |
Sri Lanka | |
Online | |

• FT = Full-time study, PT = Part-time study

Course Details

Semester Availability

• Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
• Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENM1101 | Race Car Anatomy | 15
  • ENS1154 | Introduction to Engineering | 15
  • ENM1102 | Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design | 15
  • MAT1137 | Introductory Applied Mathematics | 15

Year 1 - Semester 2

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENS1101 | Engineering Mechanics | 15
  • ENS2214 | Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing | 15
  • ENS1253 | Electrical Engineering Fundamentals | 15
  • MAT1250 | Mathematics 1 | 15

Year 2 - Semester 1

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENS1115 | Materials and Manufacturing 1 | 15
  • ENS2108 | Mechanical Science | 15
  • ENS3105 | Mechanical Design and Development | 15
  • ENM2209 | Race Car Systems | 15

Year 2 - Semester 2

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENS2110 | Materials and Manufacturing 2 | 15
  • ENS3150 | Advanced Mechanical Design | 15
  • ENS2113 | Engineering Dynamics | 15
  • Elective Unit | x 1 | 15

Year 3 - Semester 1

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENS3173 | Technology Practicum |
  • ENM3211 | Motorsports Project 1 | 15
  • ENS3214 | Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Systems | 15
  • ENS2159 | Engineering Innovation and Ethics | 15
  • ENM2104 | Instrumentation and Measurement | 15

Year 3 - Semester 2

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENM3212 | Motorsports Project 2 | 30
  • ENS3216 | Engineering Management | 15
  • Elective Unit | x 1 | 15

Recommended Electives

• Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points
  ---|---|---
  • ENS2170 | Principles of Industrial Maintenance | 15
  • ENS2257 | Microprocessor Systems | 15
  • MAT1251 | Mathematics 2 | 15
  • ENS2120 | Engineering Systems | 15
  • ENS3553 | Signals and Systems | 15
  • ENS3243 | Structural Analysis | 15
  • ENM3218 | Fluid Mechanics | 15
  • ENS3190 | Mechanics of Solids | 15
  • ENS1180 | Introduction to Energy and Resource Engineering | 15
  • ENS3212 | Electrical Machines and Transformers | 15

Course Notes

Important Course Notes

• Before being eligible to graduate from this course, students must meet the requirement of accumulating and being credited with a minimum 8 weeks professional practice in a relevant industry environment. This can be commenced at any point in the course.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply broad discipline knowledge of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the motorsports technology domain.
2. Think critically, and apply established engineering methods to broadly defined motorsports problems.
3. Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes to conduct and manage projects in the motorsports technology domain, with some intellectual independence.
4. Demonstrate conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the motorsports technology discipline and fluently apply engineering techniques, tools, and resources.
5. Demonstrate clear and coherent oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
6. Demonstrate a global outlook and knowledge of contextual factors impacting the motorsports technology domain, including respect for cultural diversity and indigenous cultural competence.
7. Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership to implement motorsports technology projects according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice, and professional accountability.
8. Demonstrate responsibility for own learning, professional judgement, and an understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities, and bounds of contemporary practice in the motorsports technology domain.

Professional Recognition

• Course Accredited by: Engineers Australia

Career Opportunities

As well as employment in the motorsports industry, graduates will have broader employment opportunities in product design and development, manufacturing, marketing, and project management.

Possible Future Job Titles

• Automotive Technologist
• Mechanical Technologist

Similar Courses to Consider

• Bachelor of Technology (Engineering)
• Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical)

Courses You Can Consider If You Are Interested in Progressing Further in This Area

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) Honours
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Honours

Fees and Scholarships

Fees

• AUD $8,350 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee
• AUD $42,900 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee

Scholarships

ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.