Handbook - Tech Aero Engineering (CDF)

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Overview

The Chief of Defence Force Students Program in Engineering offers the opportunity for students entering UNSW Canberra with a high Entrance Rank, and who maintain a high level of performance in their studies, to undertake research in a range of disciplines that will develop their critical thinking and independent research … For more content click the Read More button below. In Year 1 of the program, students will be engaged with cohort activities so as to develop and maintain their interest and continuing involvement in the program via invited lectures, seminars, general reading and social events. Commencing in Year 2, the research projects, each offered as separate courses, will be supervised by academic staff from the same or closely related discipline. Students in the research courses may work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project undertaken, though all students will submit individual assessment. Final assessment, due by the end of session, will be based on a written paper and an oral presentation. The Program is of three years duration, and is awarded as a pass degree. There is provision for students who have completed the BTech to upgrade it to a BE degree in Aeronautical Engineering by undertaking at least 18 months further study at a later stage. The BTech (Aero) (CDF) program is very similar to the first three years of the BE(Aero) (CDF) program. The BTech (Aero) (CDF) is primarily designed for RAAF Officer Cadets who intend to become aircrew and wish to enhance their understanding of the operation and performance of aircraft. The program extends the educational principles embodied in the BTech to a higher level of the degree. In the program, students will be exposed in first year to research methods in Engineering and will be offered significant extensions to the ideas and analysis performed in the standard degree program. This will allow them to undertake research projects, at the appropriate level, in their later years, thereby, more fully integrating research into the standard undergraduate degree. The individual projects undertaken in close association with academic staff on research topics of mutual interest underpin the program and give the students the ability to develop their full potential.

In Year 1 of the program, students will be engaged with cohort activities so as to develop and maintain their interest and continuing involvement in the program via invited lectures, seminars, general reading and social events. Commencing in Year 2, the research projects, each offered as separate courses, will be supervised by academic staff from the same or closely related discipline. Students in the research courses may work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project undertaken, though all students will submit individual assessment. Final assessment, due by the end of session, will be based on a written paper and an oral presentation.

The Program is of three years duration, and is awarded as a pass degree. There is provision for students who have completed the BTech to upgrade it to a BE degree in Aeronautical Engineering by undertaking at least 18 months further study at a later stage.

The BTech (Aero) (CDF) program is very similar to the first three years of the BE(Aero) (CDF) program. The BTech (Aero) (CDF) is primarily designed for RAAF Officer Cadets who intend to become aircrew and wish to enhance their understanding of the operation and performance of aircraft. The program extends the educational principles embodied in the BTech to a higher level of the degree. In the program, students will be exposed in first year to research methods in Engineering and will be offered significant extensions to the ideas and analysis performed in the standard degree program. This will allow them to undertake research projects, at the appropriate level, in their later years, thereby, more fully integrating research into the standard undergraduate degree. The individual projects undertaken in close association with academic staff on research topics of mutual interest underpin the program and give the students the ability to develop their full potential.

Learning Outcomes

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE 1.1. Systematic, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the technology domain. 1.2. Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the technology domain. 1.3. In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the technology domain. 1.4. Discernment of knowledge development within the technology domain. 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the technology domain. 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the technology domain.

ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY 2.1. Application of established engineering methods to broadly defined problem solving within the technology domain. 2.2. Application of engineering techniques, tools and resources within the technology domain. 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes within the technology domain. 2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of projects within the technology domain.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability. 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour. 3.4. Professional use and management of information. 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership. At the end of the program students are expected to meet the graduate attributes of the University and Stage 1 Competencies of Engineers Australia, ready to practice in their chosen profession and with the ingenuity and resourcefulness to meet rapid technological change.

Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure
144 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 144 UOC as a standalone program.

1. Compulsory courses - 132 UOC
2. General Education courses - 12 UOC

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 48 UOC of the following courses.

Overview

Learning Outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Program Structure144 Units of Credit:

Level 1 Core Courses

Level 2 Core Courses

Level 3 Core Courses

General Education

Maximum Level 1 UOC

Gen Education Maturity Requirements

Level 2 Maturity Requirements

Level 3 Maturity Requirements

Practical Experience Requirement

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Admission Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Internships and Placements

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Additional Information

Program Fees

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Program Structure
144 Units of Credit: