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Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Bachelor
Duration
4 years
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 314221
2010
ATAR
83.45
- Program Outline
Mechanical engineering is concerned with the management of people and resources, the development and use of new technologies and the design and development of new processes and products, which mainly involve ‘things that move’, such as motor vehicles, aircraft systems, engines, pumps, gas turbines, industrial plants, air-conditioning/refrigeration systems, manufacturing processes, building services and even space stations. Mechanical engineers offer expertise in the fields of combustion, noise and vibration control, energy technology, control systems, robotics, quality management, bioengineering, aeronautics, fluid mechanics, water supply, mining, manufacturing, production planning, maintenance planning, consumer product design, pollution control and new materials.
Design is the backbone of the program. It begins in earnest in the second year with a design and build project, followed by a more advanced project in third year and a large design/research project in the final year. This activity is supported by both design and engineering science courses, including, in second year, courses on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine dynamics, control, mechatronics, materials, manufacturing, stress analysis and design for function. In the third year these courses are extended and students prepare for the final professional year, which deals with specialist courses. The academic program also develops written and oral communication skills and familiarity with project management.
- Program Structure
The first two years include mathematics and physics with an introduction to the basic principles of design, structural analysis, thermodynamics, materials, fluid mechanics, control and computer programming, complemented by laboratory and project work. Year three develops a more complex understanding in these fields coupled with a design project, and year four allows for some technical specialisation through the requirement to complete five elective courses, in addition to a project work and a management course. The program provides a solid foundation in core mechanical disciplines and problem solving skills. There is a strong focus on design with design projects as part of each year's program of study.
Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.
- Related Programs
- Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
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- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Automotive)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Sports)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Sustainable Energy)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) and Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Bachelor of Finance
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Bachelor of Science
- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 314221 2010 CSP ATAR 83.45 2010 CSP IB 28 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $7,756Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact 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 Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Physics.IB: Mathematics (HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)
Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 ChemistryAlternative 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). 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: 314221International applicants
Not an international applicant?
International ATAR 80 IB 27 IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,250 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Equivalent Scores
International ATAR 80 IB 27 IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566A-Level 9 UEC [Malaysia] 15 SAT [US] 1770 ISC & CBSE [India] 75% ISBE [India] [1] 85% OSSD OAC [Canadian Pre-U] 75 Eynesbury Foundation Program 380 Bradford Foundation Program 77 [1] Acceptable Indian State Board Examinations: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andra Pradesh, Tamil NaduHow 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: $26,250 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Physics.IB: Mathematics (HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)
Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry - Higher Education applicants
- Areas of Specialisation
Mechanical Engineering
- Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2011 (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
- C&ENVENG 1010 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IA (3 units)
- MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA (3 units)
- MECH ENG 1100 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering (3 units)
Semester 2
- CHEM ENG 1009 Materials I (3 units)
- MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB (3 units)
- MECH ENG 1006 Design Graphics & Communication (3 units)
- MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics (3 units)
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
- MATHS 2201 Engineering Mathematics I (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2020 Materials & Manufacturing (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2021 Thermo-Fluids I (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2100 Design Practice (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2501 Mech Eng Level 2 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
Semester 2
- MATHS 2202 Engineering Mathematics II (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2002 Stress Analysis & Design (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2019 Dynamics & Control I (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2101 Mechatronics IM (includes Workshop Practice) (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2502 Mech Eng Level 2 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
Level III Semester 1
- MECH ENG 3102 Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3103 Manufacturing Engineering & Quality Systems (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3105 Sustainability & the Environment (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3030 Structural Design & Solid Mechanics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3501 Mech Eng level 3 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
Semester 2
- MATHS 2104 Numerical Methods (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3027 Engineering Systems Design & Communication (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3028 Dynamics & Control II (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3101 Applied Aerodynamics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3502 Mech Eng Level 3 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
Level IV Semester 1
- Level IV Electives (9 units)
- MECH ENG 4501 Mech Eng Level 4 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
- MECH ENG 4142A Design Project Part A
or
MECH ENG 4143A Honours Project Part A (3 units)#
Semester 2
- Level IV Electives (6 units)
- MECH ENG 4502 Mech Eng level 4 Prac (if required - see note on courses)
- MECH ENG 4142B Design Project Part B
or
MECH ENG 4143B Honours Project Part B (6 units)##
#Students accepted into the Honours stream will take Honours Project and other students will take Design Project.
##Students to enrol into MECH ENG 4143C Honours Project or MECH ENG 4142C Design Project if previously passed MECH ENG 4116 Engineering Management & Professional Practice.
Students who have previously completed the Project may undertake C&ENVENG 4034 Engineering Management IV in lieu of MECH ENG 4116 Engineering Management & Professional Practice.
Electives Semester 1
- MECH ENG 4102 Advanced PID Control (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4103 Advanced Computer Aided Engineering (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4105 Advanced Vibrations (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4111 CFD for Engineering Applications (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4112 Combustion Technology & Emissions Control (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4113 Computational Acoustics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4118 Finite Element Analysis of Structures (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4124 Robotics M (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4127 Wind Engineering (3 units)
Semester 2
- MECH ENG 4104 Advanced Topics in Fluid Mechanics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4107 Airconditioning (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4109 Automotive Combustion, Powertrain & NVH (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4110 Automotive Vehicle Dynamics & Safety (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4114 Corrosion: Principles & Prevention (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4115 Engineering Acoustics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4117 Finance for Engineers (3 units)*
- MECH ENG 4120 Fracture Mechanics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4121 Materials Selection & Failure Analysis (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4125 Stresses in Plates & Shells (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4144 Renewable Fluid Power Technology (3 units)
*not available in 2011
- Career Opportunities
Mechanical engineers offer expertise in the fields of combustion, noise and vibration control, energy technology, vibrations, control systems, robotics, quality management, bioengineering, aeronautics or fluid mechanics, water supply, mining, manufacturing, production planning, maintenance planning, consumer product design, pollution control and new materials.
Potential careers
Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Noise Control Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Vibrations Engineer
- Graduate Attributes
The objective of the undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in the University Calendar.
- Professional Accreditation
This program is accredited by Engineers Australia.
- Work Placement
Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.
- Program Rules
- 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 2.30pm. Information session Tuesday 9 December 2008.
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