Code SPAAUD
Mechanical Engineering Specialisation
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About this Specialisation
This unit set is designed for students interested in mechanical engineering and provides the foundations for an engineering technologist career in mechanical engineering aligned industries, both in Australia and internationally.
This mechanical engineering unit set provides graduates with skills in design, manufacture and maintenance of mechanical components and moving systems, and provides the necessary foundation for the completion of the accredited Master of Engineering with a mechanical engineering specialisation.
Code SPAAUD
Availability & Campus
| Location | Availability |
|---|---|
| Joondalup | |
| Mount Lawley | |
| South West | |
| Online |
Details
Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ENS6105 | Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing | 15 |
| ENS6134 | Materials and Manufacturing 2 | 15 |
| ENS6203 | Engineering Mechanics | 15 |
| ENS6146 | Instrumentation and Measurement | 15 |
| ENS6100 | Fluid Mechanics | 15 |
| ENS6132 | Mechanical Design and Development | 15 |
| ENS6149 | Structural Analysis | 15 |
| ENS5125 | Engineering Dynamics | 15 |
| ENS5160 | Thermodynamics | 15 |
| ENS6160 | Signals and Systems | 15 |
| Elective Unit | x 1 | 15 |
For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookNotes
Learning Outcomes
- Reflect critically on a complex body of knowledge, research principles and methods within the mechanical engineering discipline to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, evaluate and synthesise complex ideas, concepts and theories in authentic mechanical engineering situations.
- Apply high level communication and collaboration skills in a professional mechanical engineering context.
- Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial mechanical engineering project.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities
Mechanical engineers work in a wide range of industries associated with design, manufacture and maintenance of mechanical components and moving systems.
Possible future job titles
Mechanical technologist, Mechanical designer, Manufacturing technologist, Maintenance technologist, Production technologist