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Bachelor of Engineering (Architectural)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Bachelor

Duration 4 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 324481

2009
ATAR 80

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  • Program Outline

    Architectural Engineers use their structural engineering expertise to work closely with architects and other building professions to design structures, including buildings and bridges  with an emphasis on environmental sustainability. Architectural Engineers can also specialise in areas of mechanical services and geotechnical engineering. Students will study the planning, design, construction and operation of engineered systems for a diverse range of constructions. This program combines Civil and Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and the creative design aspects from Architecture. Graduates will have extensive career opportunities at both the national and global level, as they will be equipped with the skills to design and engineer constructions in an environmentally sustainable manner.

  • Program Structure

    The first two years of the program build a scientific and engineering foundation for the more specialist architectural engineering courses which predominate in the third and fourth years.

    Students are also required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience at some time during their four years of study.

     

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 324481
    2009 CSP ATAR 80
    2009 CSP IB 27
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
    Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Specialist Mathematics.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3); or, Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

    Midyear applicants must also have completed SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, or Mathematics 1MA (or equivalent) to allow enrolment in Mathematics 1A in Semester 2. To ensure that you meet the entry requirements, contact the Student Centre.
    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 35% and the quantitative component contributes 65% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 324481

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    Mathematics and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    International ATAR 80
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Specialist Mathematics.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3); or, Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Level I

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    * Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Maths will be required to enrol in Maths 1A followed by Maths 1B. Students who have not taken SACE Stage 2 Specialist maths will be required to enrol in maths 1MA followed by Maths 1A and Maths 1B in summer semester to complete the requirements at Level 1.

    International Students

    All international students who do not have English as their first language are required to undertake the course ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL - usually in their first semester of study in Adelaide. This course will replace one of the courses in the above study plan. Students will be given an individual study plan that show when they will need to undertake ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL.
    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level IV

    Semester 1

    • C&ENVENG 4003A Civil & Structural Engineering Research Project Part 1# (3 units)
    • Specialisation courses* (9 units)

    Semester 2

    • C&ENVENG 4003B  Civil & Structural Engineering Research Project Part 2 # (3 units)
    • C&ENVENG 4034 Engineering Management IV
    • C&ENVENG xxxx Building Services (3 units)
    • MECH ENG xxxx Heating, Ventilation & Air-conditioning (3 units)

    # Students who are not selected for Honours will be required to complete two additional final year specialisation courses instead of the Research Project.

    Specialisations

    Students may take up to 3 units of Level II or III courses offered by the School of Mathematical Sciences.

    Students may also, with the approval of the Head of School, replace one or more specialisation courses with appropriate courses offered by other schools in the University.

    The specialisation courses offered by the School in any one year will depend on staff availability, and will be chosen from the following:

    Group I: Structural Engineering

    Group II: Geotechnical/ Mining Engineering

    Group III: Water Engineering

    Group IV: Management Engineering

    Alternatively, students may substitute up to 3 units of level II or III courses offered by the School of Mathematics

     

     

     

     
  • Career Opportunities

    Employment prospects for Architectural Engineers are excellent as the public's demand for environmentally sustainable buildings grows. By having an awareness of both the architectural and engineering requirements underpinning good building design, architectural engineers are uniquely prepared to engage in all aspects of a building project. Through their inter-disciplinary background, Architectural Engineers can address architectural goals as they design buildings. that also satisfy the fundamental structural requirements for strength and safety.

    As such, the broad range of skills of an Architectural Engineer enables them to take on roles throughout almost any aspect of a building's construction (eg structural design, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, lighting, etc.). When combined with the worldwide demand for Architectural Engineers, a degree in Architectural Engineering will present many exciting career opportunities.

    Further, graduates of this program can seek employment as an:

    • Environmental engineer
    • Structural engineer
    • Civil engineer
    • Consultant
    • Urban/town planner
    • Geotechnical engineer
    • Construction engineer

    Potential careers

    Civil Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Engineer

  • Professional Accreditation

    The program is designed to provide the necessary academic requirements for professional membership of Engineers Australia and many overseas engineering bodies.

  • Work Placement

    Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.

  • Further Information
    Telephone (08) 8303 6476. Email: ecms_office@adelaide.edu.au. Website: www.ecms.adelaide.edu.au. Open Day 2008, 17 August, talk at 12pm. Information session Tuesday 9 December 2008.
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Last updated: Thursday, 9 Feb 2012

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