Overview
The Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is defined by a core of disciplinary knowledge, advanced disciplinary knowledge and an advanced research component.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate mastery of advanced technical knowledge in mechanical engineering disciplines such as thermodynamics, mechanics of both solids and fluids, design, manufacturing and advanced materials.
2.
Recognise and comply with the national and international standards and regulatory environment which practicing Mechanical Engineers operate within.
3.
Evaluate and create analytical and computational tools, both general and specialised, to solve advanced problems in mechanical engineering.
4.
Create innovative engineering solutions to complex problems in mechanical engineering based on rigorous analysis and synthesis of current research.
5.
Develop and implement management strategies for multidisciplinary engineering projects.
6.
Lead mechanical engineering projects, individually or as part of a team, in a systematic and professional manner.
7.
Advance the ethical and sustainable practice of mechanical engineering.
8.
Communicate professionally and effectively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Master of Engineering - ME8621 - Engineering
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 96 UOC.
Core Course6 Units of Credit:
Level 4 Electives36 Units of Credit:
Level 5 Electives30 Units of Credit:
Engineering & Technical Management Electives12 Units of Credit:
Research Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
INDUSTRY TRAINING
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Additional Information
Entry Requirements
Entry is open to students with a four year non-accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent.
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Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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