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Learning Outcomes

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The capacity for application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 2.1). This capability is enhanced via the compulsory research project and core design course, such that students have the ability to analyse, criticise, and undertake design. Graduates will be capable of exercising advanced and creative problem solving skills when applied to unique and unfamiliar problems.
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Proficiency in applying systematic approaches to carrying out engineering design and projects (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competencies 2.3, and 2.4). This outcome is developed via the research project and compulsory design course. Graduates will develop an appreciation of, and ability to, engage in research and engineering design.
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Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the relevant discipline (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 1.5). This capability is attained via the engineering and technical management electives as well as compulsory industrial training.
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Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the discipline (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 1.4). This is enhanced via postgraduate electives which reflect the current developments and research directions in renewable energy.
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Proficiency in applying engineering techniques, tools, and resources (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 2.2). This outcome is developed via the compulsory design course and a research project.
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Effective professional communication (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 3.2). This capability is enhanced by via research project, management electives, design course and industrial training. Graduates will be able to effectively communicate with each other, with other professional groups, and with the general community, in order to convey the principles and merits of designs and innovation, and of analytical results.
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A respect for, and understanding of, professional engineering practice in renewable energy. (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competencies 1.6 and 3.1). This capability is enhanced via the research project, engineering and technical management electives, compulsory design course, and compulsory industrial training.
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In-depth as well as broad understanding of the discipline knowledge (satisfying Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency 1.3). This learning outcome is developed within the Master's program following a sufficient foundation from an existing 4-year bachelor's degree and then enhanced via substantial professional development and postgraduate elective choice. Graduates should be thoroughly versed in, and be able to apply, the advanced technologies relevant to their chosen discipline.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Master of Engineering - ME8621 - Engineering

Specialisation Structure
96 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 96 UOC.

In order to qualify for degree, students are required to successfully complete 96 UOC courses comprising of:

  • 36 UOC Disciplinary courses (professional development electives)
  • 30 UOC Advanced disciplinary courses (postgraduate specialisation electives)
  • 12 UOC Postgraduate project (Research/capstone, advanced disciplinary)
  • 12 UOC Engineering and technical management
  • 6 UOC Design course

and 60 days of renewable energy related industrial training.

Advanced Disciplinary Courses List 1

Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.

SOLA9103
6 UOC
Renewable Energy System Modelling & Analysis
GSOE9111
6 UOC
Energy Storage
GSOE9017
6 UOC
Managing Energy Efficiency

Advanced Disciplinary Courses List 2

Students must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

SOLA9104
6 UOC
Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
MECH9720
6 UOC
Solar Thermal Energy Design
ELEC9714
6 UOC
Electricity Industry Planning and Economics
ELEC9715
6 UOC
Electricity Industry Operation and Control
ELEC9711
6 UOC
Power Electronics for Renewable and Distributed Generation
PTRL5119
6 UOC
Geothermal Engineering

Design Project

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

Disciplinary Core Courses List 1

Students must take 24 UOC of the following courses.

SOLA9001
6 UOC
Photovoltaics
SOLA4012
6 UOC
Photovoltaic Systems Design
SOLA5053
6 UOC
Wind Energy Converters
SOLA5051
6 UOC
Life Cycle Assessment

Disciplinary Core Courses List 2

Students must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

SOLA5052
6 UOC
Biomass
SOLA5050
6 UOC
Renewable Energy Policy
ELEC4612
6 UOC
Power System Analysis

Postgraduate Project

Students must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

SOLA9914
6 UOC
Project Report
SOLA9915
6 UOC
Project Report

Technical and Management Electives

Students must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

Please note:
- Other Engineering and Technical Management courses may be taken with the approval of the Stream Authority.
- With permission of the stream authority, a student may be permitted to take any advanced disciplinary knowledge course within the Faculty as an elective for which prerequisite requirements are met.

GSOE9820
6 UOC
Engineering Project Management
GSOE9445
6 UOC
Entrepreneurial Engineering
GSOE9830
6 UOC
Economic Decision Analysis in Engineering
GSOE9510
6 UOC
Ethics and Leadership in Engineering

Industrial Training

Students must complete 60 days of renewable energy related industrial experience.

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