Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) | 2019

Overview

Mechanical Engineering is a field focused on the design, manufacturing and operation of mechanical, fluid and thermal systems. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) will be prepared for careers in manufacturing – appliances consumer goods, metal processing; energy – renewable and conventional; transport – marine, rail, air; building services – ventilation, air-conditioning; water treatment facilities and utilities; materials handling and processing; health and pharmaceutical; defence; construction; and resources industries. As a Washington Accord accredited program, graduates are qualified for employment in Mechanical Engineering roles in many other countries.

Under supervision of experienced engineers, graduates will be capable of holding positions with significant responsibility. Specific roles may include, but are not limited to: design engineers contributing within teams for complex projects and taking a lead role in design work; troubleshooting, testing, analysis and verification of component and system performance; project management; and system commissioning. Graduates may have responsibilities around client and stakeholder relations; procurement; safe work practices; quality assurance in project delivery; reporting; and, consideration of standards, regulations and compliance. Graduates will have strong project and people management skills and may take on responsibility for overseeing teams, contractors and consultants within the first five years from graduation.

UOW has a long and successful history of innovation, industry collaboration, applied engineering research, and engineering consultancy. The practical engineering culture at UOW is reflected in its degree programs and graduates. Students studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) will have opportunities to apply knowledge to ethical challenges, innovation and problem solving in real-world focused projects in each year of the degree program. They are also able to engage with extra-curricular and co-curricular activities through the Work Integrated Learning program. The program is delivered through a range of study modes and assessment types, supported by digital technologies, to ensure graduates are flexible learners, well prepared to adapt to future challenges. Students also participate in multidisciplinary projects, providing them with opportunities to learn the language of engineering and the engineering methods applied in different disciplines. Graduates of the program leave UOW experienced in working in diverse teams, ready to integrate into the workforce. Further, UOW graduates are equipped with the skills to recognise opportunities for further learning and technical specialisation to adapt to changing industry requirements.

The course has been developed to support students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds, including international and domestic school leavers, certificate and diploma qualified individuals with experience in the engineering sector. Pathway programs are available to strengthen students’ mathematics, science, and English language background prior to commencement. The program is best suited to those with an interest in mechanical devices, transport and energy technologies.

Through the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) program, graduates will be prepared to make a significant contribution to society through innovation, creative thinking, and disciplinary expertise. Specifically, Mechanical Engineering graduates will be well placed to contribute to innovation in areas that support modern society such as sustainable energy technologies, energy efficient buildings, emerging advanced manufacturing technologies, health and medical equipment, and transport technologies.
 

Cadetships are offered annually by Bluescope Steel Pty Ltd to students with superior academic results in their HSC. Students gain on the job experience and are paid while studying at University. On-line application forms are available from 1 July each year.

Mechanical Engineering has the broadest scope of all the branches of engineering, and graduates in this field have the core skills to adapt to other fields of engineering.

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder. 

Course Structure

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

UOW's engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world engineering bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.  

Other Information

For further information email: eis@uow.edu.au or Academic Program Director