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Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (specialising in mechanical units)

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Overview

This stream specialises in mechanical units, equipping students for a career in manufacturing and mechanical control engineering. The course also provides paraprofessional level training for the mechanical and manufacturing industry, with a major emphasis on automation systems, as well as structural engineering applications.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)
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Duration2 Year/s
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Hawthorn -Term 2, Term 5
Course codeWW21622VCM
CRICOS code057365M
Fees*A$14,650 (annual for 2013) (In addition to the tuition fees for the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology, the following materials fees are payable – Robotics Stream: A$346 (A$290 in first year, A$56 in second year), or Mechanical Stream: A$180 (A$150 in first year and A$30 in second year). or Civil stream: $440 (A$290 in first year and A$150 in second year ). Material fees are subject to change on an annual basis.)*
*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure, major specialisations and units of study.

Course description

This stream specialises in mechanical units, equipping students for a career in manufacturing and mechanical control engineering. The course also provides paraprofessional level training for the mechanical and manufacturing industry, with a major emphasis on automation systems, as well as structural engineering applications.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)

Course structure

The course is structured to deliver the competencies, knowledge and skills required by the Engineering Industries. Advanced Mathematics is offered in conjunction with the second year of the Advanced Diploma to facilitate articulation into the degree programs.

Major specialisations

Major study areas:
  • Computer-aided drafting and modelling
  • Industrial controllers with PLCs
  • Robotics
  • Mechatronics
  • Process control with Industry standard graphical programming
  • Workplace communication skills
  • Industry-based engineering projects
     

Units of study

Common units
VBN768  Develop career plans for the engineering industry
VBN769  Perform basic machining processes
VBP250  Set up manufacturing processes for engineering applications
VBP230  Apply scientific principles to engineering problems
VBP267  Set up fluid power controlled engineering systems
VBP275  Program, operate and select a robotic system
VBP263  Apply basic principles of materials science to engineering applications
VBP464  Select rotating electrical machine
VBN790  Produce engineering components by operating a CNC manufacturing cell
AUM5301A  Produce drawings manually
MEM1.2FA  Apply principles of occupational health and safety in work environment
VBN773  Produce basic engineering sketches and drawings
VBP228  Apply mathematical solutions to engineering problems
ICAITU006C  Operate computing packages
VBP232  Apply the principles of strength of materials to engineering problems
VBN776  Use basic engineering concepts to plan the manufacture of engineering components
BSBCMN419A  Manage projects
VBP235  Use 2D computer-aided drafting systems
VBP231  Apply principles of mechanics to engineering problems
VBP237  Apply computer-based solid modelling concepts
VBN788  Design and prototype components and/or small structures using engineering design principles
MEM2.11C5A  Research and prepare presentations and reports
VBN771  Apply electrotechnology principles
MEM12024A  Perform computation
 
Mechanical stream units
VBP278  Design mechanical machines VBP274  Design mechanical engineering systems
VBP266  Apply fluid mechanic principles in mechanical engineering
VBP283  Apply principles of mechanics to engineering structures VBP264  Apply advance principles of materials science to engineering problems
VBP265  Plan for the implementation of mechanical drive systems
MEM18.2B  Use power and handheld tools
VBP277  Apply thermodynamic principles in engineering
VBQU258  Apply advanced dynamics to engineering problems
VBP282  Apply environmental issues to engineering projects
MEM09002B  Interpret technical drawings
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: career opportunities and professional recognition.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find middle-level employment in the engineering field, in positions such as technical support staff for professional staff in the industry.
The Mechanical Engineering stream may allow students to work as a tool designer, drafting technician, production supervisor, production planner, production controller, estimator, or plant and equipment sales technical officer.

Professional recognition

While enrolled in this course, students receive free membership to Engineers Australia. Upon successful completion, candidates are eligible to apply for Associate Membership of Engineers Australia.
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Entry requirements

This course has English language requirements and prerequisites.

English language requirements

Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Certificate: EAP 4 Upper Intermediate: 70%; OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 537 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 75, with no individual band below 17. Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.

Prerequisites

Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent including Mathematics (any).
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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees, scholarships and find out more.

How to apply

Apply direct to Swinburne by following the step-by-step process on the How to Apply website.

Course fees*

A$14,650 (annual for 2013) (In addition to the tuition fees for the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology, the following materials fees are payable – Robotics Stream: A$346 (A$290 in first year, A$56 in second year), or Mechanical Stream: A$180 (A$150 in first year and A$30 in second year). or Civil stream: $440 (A$290 in first year and A$150 in second year ). Material fees are subject to change on an annual basis.)

*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Scholarships

For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit the Scholarships website.

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Tel: +613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall: 1800 897 973 (within Australia)
Email: international@swinburne.edu.au

 

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