Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) B.E(Mecht)
2008

Program Outline

Mechatronic Engineering combines mechanics with electronics and computing, that is, it integrates machinery with electronics and computer control. Mechatronic engineers need to be comfortable and competent with cutting edge technology in both Mechanical and Electrical & Electronic Engineering. They may design, construct and maintain intelligent machines, micro-machines, smart structures, intelligent systems, control systems and consumer products such as cameras, washing machines or a fully automated robotic assembly line or they may be involved with defence technology and systems.

This degree combines courses of mechanical and electrical and electronic engineering together with courses in mechatronics and robotics. Some of the areas of study include mechanics, electronics, design, signal analysis and processing, computer systems, computer science, sensor and actuator technology, automatic control, electrical system design, robotics and microprocessor technology.

In the final year of the academic program students can choose elective courses from a number of different areas including vibrations, aerospace engineering, computational fluid dynamics, airconditioning, acoustics and advanced materials. There is a strong focus on design and project work throughout the academic program with design projects as part of each year's program of study. The academic program also develops written and oral communication skills and familiarity with project management.

Combined degrees for Mechatronic Engineering are available with Arts (stream code 236) and Mathematical & Computer Sciences (237).

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Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	2007 Commonwealth-supported TER: 84.05 2007 Fee-paying TER: 80 Without formal qualifications? See our special access schemes.
Prerequisites:	SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Physics & Specialist Mathematics; IB HL Maths (at least 4) or SL Physics (at least 5)
Assumed knowledge:	SACE Stage 2 Chemistry
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 314231 Application and Admission SATAC Application Dates
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $7,260 Australian Full-fee place: $18,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 80 IB 26 A-Level 9 UEC [Malaysia] 15 SAT [US] 1770 ISC & CBSE [India] 75%
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $20,600
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Level I
Semester 1 ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IA (3 units) C&ENVENG 1010 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (3 units) CHEM ENG 1008 Engineering Computing (3 units) MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA (3 units) Semester 2 CHEM ENG 1009 Materials I (3 units) MECH ENG 1006 Design Graphics & Communication M (3 units) MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics (3 units) MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB (3 units)
Level II
Semester 1 MECH ENG 2018 Design Practice (3 units) MECH ENG 2021 Thermo-Fluids I (3 units) MATHS 2xxx Engineering Mathematics I (3 units) MECH ENG 2015 Electronics IIM (3 units) Semester 2 MECH ENG 2011 Mechatronics IM (includes Workshop Practical) (3 units) MECH ENG 2019 Dynamics & Control I (3 units) MECH ENG 2002 Stress Analysis & Design (3 units) MATHS 2xxx Engineering Mathematics II (3 units)
Level III
Semester 1 MECH ENG 3020 Heat Transfer & Thermodynamics (3 units) MECH ENG 3029 Manufacturing Engineering (3 units) MECH ENG xxxx Sustainability & the Environment (3 units) MECH ENG 3014 Mechatronics II (3 units) Semester 2 MECH ENG 3028 Dynamics & Control II (3 units) MECH ENG xxxx Engineering Systems Design & Communication (3 units) ELEC ENG 4042 Power Electronics & Drive Systems (3 units) MECH ENG 3032 Micro-Controller Programming (3 units)
Level IV
Semester 1 MECH ENG 4019 A/B Mechatronics Honours Project Level IV OR MECH ENG xxxx A/B Mechatronic Design Project Level IV Part I (3 units) MECH ENG 4011 Advanced Automatic Control (3 units) MECH ENG 4027 Robotics M (3 units) Elective (3 units) Semester 2 MECH ENG 4019 A/B Mechatronics Honours Project Level IV OR MECH ENG xxxx A/B Mechatronic Design Project Level IV Part 2 (3 units) MECH ENG 4038 Engineering Management & Quality Systems (3 units) MECH ENG 4033 Mechanical Signature Analysis (3 units) MECH ENG 4028 Mechatronics IIIM & Advanced Digital Control (3 units)
Electives
APP MTH 4043 Transform Methods & Signal Processing (3 units) MECH ENG 4020 Advanced Vibrations (3 units) MECH ENG 4024 Materials Selection & Failure Analysis (3 units) MECH ENG 4025 Topics in Welded Structures (3 units) MECH ENG 4026 Environmental & Architectural Acoustics (3 units) MECH ENG 4039 Finance for Engineers (3 units) MECH ENG 4042 Fire Engineering (3 units) MECH ENG 4057 Biomechanical Engineering (3 units) MECH ENG 4004 Engineering Acoustics (3 units) MECH ENG 4061 Corrosion: Principles & Prevention (3 units) MECH ENG xxxx Vehicle Dynamics & Safety (3 units)

Career Opportunities

Mechatronic 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.

Professional Accreditation

This program is accredited by The Institute of Engineers Australia

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Program Rules

Faculty of Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences