Program Overview

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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) (Pathway to Master of Engineering (Engineering Management))

Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) uses an industry-focused, project-based teaching and learning approach to develop professional mechanical engineers who are well-prepared to work in diverse, interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in a socially and culturally appropriate manner.

Program Details

• Degree Level: Undergraduate
• Duration: 4 years full-time
• Mode: On-campus
• Program Code: LHMR
• Prerequisites: SACE Stage 2 Math Methods
• Assumed Knowledge: SACE Stage 2 Physics
• Fees: AUD$ 42,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
• English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS total: 6
  • IELTS reading: 6
  • IELTS writing: 6
• CRICOS Code: M

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist in easily finding the information most relevant to individual circumstances. However, applicants may fit into more than one category, and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

• Recent Secondary Education:
  • Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
  • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieve a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR)
  • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE
  • 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
  • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
  • Complete the Associate Degree in Engineering at the University of South Australia
• 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
  • Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent
  • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

Essential Requirements for Admission

Prerequisites

• SACE Stage 2 Math Methods

Assumed Knowledge

• SACE Stage 2 Physics

English Language Entry Requirements

In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements.

• English Language Test:
  • IELTS total: 6
  • IELTS reading: 6
  • IELTS writing: 6

Program Structure

This program requires completion of courses totalling 144 units and comprises a common first year across all Engineering disciplines. The first two years of the program lay the foundation of mathematics, materials, mechanics, computing, engineering graphics, fluids, thermodynamics, and mechanical design principles. In the third year of study, students will concentrate on a set of discipline core courses and a range of specialist electives from their chosen application area.

Courses

First Year

• First Semester:
  • Programming Concepts (COMP 1045) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Materials (RENG 1005) - 4.5 units
  • Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1 (MATH 1063) - 4.5 units
  • Sustainable Engineering Practice (ENGG 1003) - 4.5 units
• Second Semester:
  • Electrical and Electronic Systems (EEET 1027) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Design and Innovation (ENGG 1004) - 4.5 units
  • Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2 (MATH 1064) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Mechanics (MENG 1012) - 4.5 units

Second Year

• First Semester:
  • Mechanics of Materials (CIVE 2005) - 4.5 units
  • Mathematical Methods for Engineers 3 (MATH 2028) - 4.5 units
  • Manufacturing Processes (MFET 2001) - 4.5 units
  • Mechanical Engineering Practice (MENG 2009) - 4.5 units
• Second Semester:
  • Engineering Dynamics (MENG 2014) - 4.5 units
  • Mechanical Design Practice (MENG 2004) - 4.5 units
  • Fluid and Energy Engineering (MENG 2002) - 4.5 units
  • Project Management for Engineers (ENGG 2004) - 4.5 units

Third Year

• First Semester:
  • Energy Conversion and Management (MENG 3005) - 4.5 units
  • Control Systems (EEET 3046) - 4.5 units
  • Computer Aided Engineering Practice (MENG 3003) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Modelling (MATH 2009) - 4.5 units
• Second Semester:
  • Design Management for Engineers (ENGG 3006) - 4.5 units
  • Mechanics of Machines (MENG 2008) - 4.5 units
  • Advanced Thermo-Fluid Engineering (MENG 4004) - 4.5 units
  • Sustainable Development and Design Practice (MENG 4022) - 4.5 units

Fourth Year

• First Semester:
  • Engineering Industry Experience (ENGG 4017) - 0 units
  • Discipline Elective 1 - 4.5 units
  • Energy System Modelling & Design (MENG 4003) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Capstone Experience A (ENGG 4007) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Honours Project A (ENGG 4009) - 4.5 units
• Second Semester:
  • Discipline Elective 2 - 4.5 units
  • Vibration Analysis of Mechanical Systems (MENG 4034) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Capstone Experience B (ENGG 4008) - 4.5 units
  • Engineering Honours Project B (ENGG 4010) - 4.5 units

Electives

• Discipline Elective 1:
  • Total Quality Management (MFET 5022) - 4.5 units
  • Project Planning and Control (MFET 5040) - 4.5 units
  • Intelligent Production Systems (MFET 5055) - 4.5 units
  • STEM Internship 15 Days (NASC 4022) - 4.5 units
• Discipline Elective 2:
  • Integrated Industrial Actuation and Automation (MENG 4019) - 4.5 units
  • Robotics and Automation (MFET 5023) - 4.5 units
  • Energy and Society (MENG 5005) - 4.5 units

Rules and Notes

1. Engineers Australia (EA) requires students to achieve at least 450 hours/60 days full-time equivalent (FTE) of discipline and/or industry-related skills and competencies prior to graduation.
2. Upon completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program (PPP), students will be invited to enrol in this course and complete the required assessment for the course.
3. At least one of the Discipline Elective courses students enrol in during the final year must have a catalogue number starting with 4 (e.g., MENG 4XXX) or 5 (e.g., MFET 5XXX).
4. Not all electives will be offered every year. Other options not listed here may only be taken with the prior agreement of the Program Director.

Program Director

Dr Tim Lau

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