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Mechanical Engineering

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Overview

  • Step into the world of mechanical engineering ready to address complex problems with practical, sustainable solutions.
  • Benefit from an emphasis on practical experience, preparing you thoroughly for the engineering profession. Engage in hands-on laboratory sessions and 60 days industry experience
  • Study advanced principles of dynamics, renewable energy technology, fibre-reinforced composites, system design and fluid mechanics.
  • Apply all your formal knowledge to a real-world challenge in mechanical engineering by completing a research project and dissertation. Whether this is the efficiency of different biofuels, obstacle detecting robotics or the design of FSAE race cars, your project will provide insight to the profession of a mechanical engineer.

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you may choose to focus on job roles to improve efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness of core mechanical systems and processes as a:

  • mechanical design engineer
  • maintenance engineer
  • HVAC engineer
  • manufacturing engineer
  • quality assurance engineer.

Alternatively, you might aim for an emerging career path using innovative technologies, such as CAD, AI, IoT, digital twins and automation tools, to create interdisciplinary solutions in the renewable energy, robotics, smart cities, aerospace, or medtech industries.

Professional accreditation

This specialisation is fully accredited at the level of Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia and graduates are eligible for graduate membership at the Professional Level.

What you'll study

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International students complete MEC5107 and Domestic Students complete either MEC5100 or MEC5105
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Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.

Relevant degrees for this specialisation

Master of Professional Engineering

Take the next step toward becoming a professional engineer— this degree is designed for those with a three-year engineering degree and no work experience. With an emphasis on practical experience and industry relevant courses, you’ll become equipped with the skills to seek industry membership and pursue diverse career opportunities. 

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