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Overview

Engineering Technology degrees within UNSW Canberra provide outstanding technology education to the future leaders of the Australian Defence Force and encourage excellence through contributions to the engineering profession, industry and community. The BTech (Av) program is based on core engineering subjects, however specialist components of the BTech (Av) program focus … For more content click the Read More button below. A key element in this program is the focus on the role of people as key components in a technologically advanced and complex aviation system. There is particular emphasis on the role of human operators (e.g. pilots, air combat officers and air traffic controllers) in aviation infrastructure and safety management systems. Other courses such as aerodynamics and aircraft systems often incorporate problem-based learning informed by academic research and industrial practice. Electives and a final semester project enable students to pursue particular interests both within and outside the specialist discipline. The BTech (Av) program is designed for potential pilots, navigators and air traffic controllers entering the Australian Defence Force. It is differentiated from the BTech (Aero) program in that there is greater focus on the role of humans in the operation of complex aerospace systems. This program does not provide a short articulation pathway to Bachelor of Engineering.

Learning Outcomes

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Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
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Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
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Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well-defined engineering problems.
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Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
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Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well-defined engineering problems.
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In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
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Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
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Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
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Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
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Application of systematic project management processes.

Program Structure
144 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 144 UOC as a standalone program.

1. Core Courses - 114 UOC
2. Technical Elective Courses - 18 UOC
3. General Education Courses - 12 UOC

General Education

Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses, normally taken in the second or third year of study.

Practical Experience Requirement

Before graduation a candidate shall complete 40 days of approved practical engineering/aviation experience which must be done in blocks of at least 20 working days each where practicable and where each block must be in the service of a single provider. 20 days of appropriate service training may be counted … For more content click the Read More button below.

Program Rules and Dictionary

Maximum Level 1 UOCStudent may only undertake 48 UOC of Level 1 courses.Minimum Upper Level UOCStudents must complete a minimum of 96 UOC of Level 2/3 courses.Maturity Requirements- Students must complete 36 UOC of Level 1 courses before undertaking Level 2 courses.- Student must complete 72 UOC of Level 1/2 … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Internships and Placements

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Career Opportunities

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Program Fees

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