Program Overview

Associate Degree in Engineering

The Associate Degree in Engineering is a two-year undergraduate program designed to prepare students for a professional career in information technology engineering. The program contains introductory studies in mathematics, physics, and chemistry, as well as courses from the first year in engineering.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the Associate Degree in Engineering are as follows:

• Recent secondary education: Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent, and qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points.
• Higher education study: Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET): Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above.
• Work and life experience: Qualify for Special Entry, or complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past.

Essential Requirements for Admission

• Prerequisites: Students should have achieved SACE Stage 1 passes, or an equivalent TAFE or other approved qualification in Mathematics.
• Assumed Knowledge: None

Program Structure

The program requires students to complete 72 units of study. The courses are structured as follows:

First Year - All Streams

• Essential Mathematics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry
• Introduction to Engineering Physics
• Programming Concepts
• Sustainable Engineering Practice
• Introduction to Engineering Chemistry
• Engineering Design and Innovation
• Essential Mathematics 2: Calculus
• Electrical and Electronic Systems

Second Year - Civil Engineering Stream

• Engineering Materials
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1
• Introduction to Surveying and Spatial Sciences
• Engineering and Environmental Geology
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
• Engineering Mechanics
• Project Management for Engineers
• Fluid and Energy Engineering

Second Year - Electrical Engineering Stream

• Engineering Materials
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1
• Design Management for Engineers
• Data Communications Technologies
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
• Engineering Mechanics
• Project Management for Engineers
• Digital Logic Fundamentals

Second Year - Mechanical Engineering Stream

• Engineering Materials
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1
• Mechanical Engineering Practice
• Manufacturing Processes
• Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
• Engineering Mechanics
• Project Management for Engineers
• Fluid and Energy Engineering

Rules and Notes

1. Students may take courses from more than one stream, but this may affect the amount of credit they are entitled to if they elect to transfer to a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program.
2. With Program Director approval, students may substitute other appropriate courses where these assist with a pathway towards studies in Engineering.
3. It is strongly recommended that students complete 8 courses before transferring into a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program.
4. Credit may be granted to students who have successfully completed studies equivalent to these courses at either SACE Stage 2 level, VET Certificate IV level or equivalent.

Program Director

Dr Hooman Nikmehr

Fees

The program is Commonwealth supported, and students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution.

Duration

The duration of the program is approximately two years, based on a full-time study load.

On-Campus

Students may be required to attend on-campus classes as part of their studies.

SATAC Code

Please note the SATAC code for this degree when applying through the SATAC website.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the program include a selection rank, and students must meet the prerequisite requirements for the program.

Prerequisites

A prerequisite is a required course/subject that students have successfully completed before they can enrol in this program.

Assumed Knowledge

Assumed knowledge, while not essential, is where students have a minimum level of understanding in the relevant course area.