Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours)
2024 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2025 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours) |
| Deakin course code | S466 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Online | Yes |
| Duration | 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Course Map - enrolment planning tool | The course maps are for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2025:
Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8 |
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Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Majors
- Work experience
- Details of major sequences
- Other learning experiences
- Research and research-related study
- Fees and charges
Course overview
Design and innovation are at the heart of engineering at Deakin. Our future-focused courses go beyond theory to provide you with the skills and experience you need to create innovative engineering solutions to the challenges of tomorrow. The Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours) extends this to equip you with technical expertise in an engineering field of your choice whilst also supporting you to take a compulsory year-long work-integrated industry placement as part of your studies.
Undertake core units in your first trimester, before selecting to major in either civil, electrical and renewable energy, environmental and sustainability, mechanical or mechatronics engineering. You will combine contemporary theory with industry-led projects and benefit from Deakin’s unique industry partnerships to develop the skills needed to confidently pursue a career as a professional engineer.
Ready to turn your creative ideas into the engineering solutions of tomorrow?
Deakin graduates are sought-after both in Australia and abroad. That’s because we provide students with the knowledge, skills and practical experience required for contemporary practice. As a graduate, you will be highly valued for your skills in innovation, leadership, project management and communication, as well as your ability to anticipate and tackle the unknown challenges of tomorrow.
At Deakin, we emphasise the importance of design, rapid prototyping and modelling in engineering practice. Throughout your studies you will be supported to acquire and apply your technical skills through industry-led projects in collaborative teams.
Gain access to world-class technology, teaching and research facilities at our renowned Melbourne Burwood and Geelong Waurn Ponds campuses. Housing some of the most advanced systems and learning spaces in Australia, they provide the ultimate training ground to design, construct and test your ideas.
At Deakin we’ll prepare to you be a well-rounded engineer. Beyond technical skills, you will acquire transferable skills in entrepreneurship, innovation, project management, technical report writing and more. You will be well-equipped to meet the challenges of contemporary practice by developing an understanding of the ethical, technical and professional issues within the industry, all while gaining an insight into the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the modern engineer.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
Deakin's Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours) course is accredited by Engineers Australia at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus and online. The course is currently not accredited at our Melbourne Burwood Campus. Deakin will be seeking accreditation for the Melbourne Burwood Campus offerings as we prepare graduates for transition to employment. Accreditation provides recognition against international benchmarks, allowing graduates to practise as professional engineers worldwide.
Career opportunities
At Deakin we’ll prepare to you be a well-rounded engineer that is ready to practice in Australia or abroad. With an international skills shortage in the engineering industry, approximately 100,000 more engineers required by 2030^, Deakin graduates are in demand. Depending on which field of engineering you choose during your degree, you may find work in government, across the private sector, in consulting or in education and research.
^Australian Council of Engineering Deans: Shortages of Engineers and Supply Projections, Dec 2021.
Participation requirements
All students enrolled in online learning, whether a degree or specified units, are required to participate in campus-based learning activities at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) during intensive week each trimester. This ensures that graduates possess and have demonstrated the minimum necessary knowledge and skill base, engineering application abilities, and professional skills, values and attitudes at successful completion of the course, sufficiently preparing you to enter professional engineering practice.
Attendance and participation in learning activities during the intensive week is linked to assessment requirements, and failure to attend may result in students not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment. This may result in a fail grade being awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.
Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Articulation and credit transfer
Flexible entry into the course allows students to upgrade their qualifications and to obtain credit for previous studies/experience. Applicants with appropriate TAFE qualifications or other approved post-secondary studies may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Credit may be considered for skills obtained in the workforce or by informal means.
Equipment requirements
Students must have access to a suitable computer and a network connection. The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course may also require that students have access to a range of software. Access to high-cost specialist equipment is provided but students may be required to purchase minor equipment for particular unit(s) as detailed in unit site.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Design, develop, implement, manage and evaluate sustainable and innovative engineering solutions for real-world problems by integrating and applying well-developed knowledge and skills in natural and physical sciences, engineering and project management, and by showing concern for environmental, social and economic impact.
Apply engineering and scientific techniques to study engineering problems, evaluate the benefits, risks and uncertainty associated with the use of specific engineering tools and techniques, and evaluate the effectiveness of designs and experiments that are used to determine a solution. Plan and execute practice- based projects to show capacity for advanced knowledge and skills in a discipline of engineering and thereby demonstrate the ability to research and continue professional development and scholarship. |
| Communication | Effectively apply verbal and non-verbal communication skills by actively listening, speaking, reading, writing, and graphically representing an engineering position using appropriate means, considerate of the audience and viewpoint of others. |
| Digital literacy | Identify, select and use digital technologies and tools relevant to an engineering discipline to use, manage, generate and share information, evaluate its reliability, and use the information for engineering design, problem solving and research purposes.
Demonstrate the ability to independently and systematically locate and share information, laws, policies and regulations that pertain to engineering practice. |
| Critical thinking | Use knowledge of natural and physical sciences, and engineering skills and processes to identify and define problems in a variety of contexts and to study the nature and the impact of those problems.
Apply critical and analytical thinking and judgment in evaluating data and information and integrating knowledge to develop new understanding, formulate appropriate and sustainable engineering design solutions and manage their implementation, operation and delivery ensuring effectiveness and efficiency. |
| Problem solving | Evaluate and use established engineering principles and practice approaches to identify potential solutions to resolve complex, real-world engineering problems and realise solutions independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrate innovative and creative approaches and solutions to engineering problems that are constrained by local, national, global, and contemporary issues and show capacity for planning, designing, executing, and managing engineering projects. |
| Self-management | Proactively and critically self-assess and use reflection as a strategy for lifelong learning, professional development, and career thinking. Manage personal actions, priorities, and behaviours effectively in consideration of others, to ensure integrity in professional judgement and decision-making.
Plan and prioritise career goals and professional development tasks relevant to the engineering profession by developing an awareness of personal interests and competencies through self- reflection, and characterising employer and industry expectations. |
| Teamwork | Demonstrate the value of trust by being a competent, reliable team member, who recognises and respects the roles and viewpoints of others, the fundamentals of team dynamics, and the value in pursuing expert assistance when required to nurture relationships that foster mutual engagement of others to collaboratively solve problems together.
Work with, influence, and organise other people and resources to perform necessary work in accordance with a mutually agreed schedule, by applying the fundamentals of business and project planning, financial management, risk management, and human resources to an engineering context. |
| Global citizenship | Value the perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as well as diverse communities and cultures in a global context and situate own engineering practice.
Demonstrate commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable practices, and applying social, legal, and environmental responsibilities to exert a positive influence in the community. Demonstrate ability to apply |
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Industry) students must pass 38 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
- SEJ010 Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program.^ (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- 11 credit points of core units
- 1 major (19 credit points)
- 6 credit points of industry experience units
- 2 credit points of open elective units*
- a maximum of 10 credit points at level 1
- a minimum of 10 credit points at level 3 or above
* Students who have not previously completed VCE Mathematical Methods (units 3 and 4) are advised to undertake SIT190 Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs in the first trimester of their engineering course. Therefore, these students may only be required to complete 1 elective unit instead of 2 elective units.
^Students must complete this unit as part of the environmental and sustainability engineering major.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University’s vocabulary.
Majors
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering
- Environmental and Sustainability Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
Work experience
Through units SEL798 and SEL799 Engineering Industry Experience - A and B (available from 2026), you will gain industry experience by completing a year-long practical work placement in an engineering workplace. Assessment tasks are designed to develop and enhance your understanding of the engineering profession, professional practice, continuing professional development, possible career outcomes, and the opportunity to establish valuable professional networks.
Details of major sequences
Civil Engineering
Campuses
Melbourne Burwood Campus*, Geelong Waurn Ponds, online learning
* (refer to this table for the rollout of unit offerings at the Burwood (Melbourne) campus)
Unit set code
MJ-S000092
Overview
This major prepares you to be a civil engineer through combining contemporary theory with industry-led projects, so you can develop the skills needed to confidently design, construct and maintain the built infrastructure systems that are vital in our day-to-day lives. You will learn how to apply scientific and engineering principles to address complex problems and develop innovative solutions that are beneficial to organisations and the community. Throughout the major you will explore a diverse range of civil engineering disciplines related to structural, water, geotechnical and transportation engineering and civil engineering materials.
Units
Students are required to complete the units below, which include all core units in your course and units within your chosen major.
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs (#) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design (core) |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics (core)+ |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics (core) |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society + |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (core) |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEJ202 | Field Investigation (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics + |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEJ201 | Structural Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis + |
| SEV254 | Road and Pavement Engineering |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SEV301 | Water Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEV322 | Hydrology and Hydraulics + |
| SEV320 | Theory of Structures |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEV300 | Reinforced Concrete and Steel Structures (2 credit points)+ |
| SEV362 | Geotechnical Engineering |
| SEN770 | Infrastructure Engineering |
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL798 | Engineering Industry Experience A (core)(3 credit points)^* |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (core)(3 credit points)* |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (core)(2 credit points)~ |
| SEV402 | Traffic and Transport Engineering |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 5 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development (core)^ |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
*Available 2026
~ It is recommended that students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
^ Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
# Students who have not completed VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent), will be required to undertake the unit SIT190 in the first trimester of their engineering course.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus-based activities during the corresponding intensive activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus-based activities is linked to assessment requirements within the engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment.
Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering
Campuses
Melbourne Burwood Campus*, Geelong Waurn Ponds, online learning
* (refer to this table for the rollout of unit offerings at the Burwood (Melbourne) campus)
Unit set code
MJ-S000093
Overview
With a particular emphasis on electrical and renewable energy design and communication technologies, this major prepares you with the skills and experience required to confidently tackle modern engineering challenges. Whether you study on campus or online, you will have access to the latest electrical engineering tools and application software -– from renewable energy, power systems and high-voltage (HV) labs, to Deakin's microgrid facility with battery storage, visualisation and control centre.
Units
Students are required to complete the units below, which include all core units in your course and units within your chosen major.
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs (#) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design (core) |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society + |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics (core)+ |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics (core) |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ102 | Electrical Systems Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (core) |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEE210 | Power Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling (core) |
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics + |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEE217 | Renewable Energy Generation System Design (2 credit points)+* |
| SEE212 | Power Electronics + |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SEE332 | Transmission and Distribution System Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEE314 | Energy Efficiency, Management and Market Analysis + |
| SEE312 | Data Communication + |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
| SEE308 | Electrical Machines and Drives + |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL798 | Engineering Industry Experience A (core)(3 credit points)^* |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (core)(3 credit points)* |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development (core)^ |
| SEE419 | Microgrid Design, Integration and Management +* |
Level 5 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEE416 | Electrical Systems Protection * |
| SEE406 | Power System Analysis |
*available 2026
~It is recommended students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
^ Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
# Students who have not completed VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent), will be required to take the unit SIT190 in the first trimester of their engineering course.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus-based activities during the corresponding intensive activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus-based activities is linked to assessment requirements within the engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment.
Environmental and Sustainability Engineering
Campuses
Melbourne Burwood Campus*, Geelong Waurn Ponds, online learning
* (refer to this table for the rollout of unit offerings at the Burwood (Melbourne) campus)
Unit set code
MJ-S000096
Overview
Become a highly skilled graduate ready to tackle global environmental issues such as climate change, sustainability and pollution. Gain knowledge across environmental engineering industry areas including waste management, water engineering, catchment management and soil and water remediation. This is underpinned by the fundamentals of environmental engineering and the natural and physical sciences, including geography, chemistry, mathematics, environmental science, ecology and hydrology. Develop solutions-led technical and professional skills to put you in high demand in this future-focused field.
Units
Students are required to complete the units below, which include all core units in your course and units within your chosen major.
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SLE010 | Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit points) |
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs (#) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design (core) |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics (core) |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics (core)+ |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (core) |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEJ202 | Field Investigation (2 credit points)+ |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling (core) |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics + |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEV201 | Environmental Health Engineering (2 credit points)+ |
| SLE245 | Marine Geographic Information Systems |
| SLE240 | Quantitative Marine Science |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SEV301 | Water Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEV311 | Air Pollution and Control + |
| SEV322 | Hydrology and Hydraulics + |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEV331 | Waste Engineering and Transformation Systems (2 credit points) |
| SLE207 | Environmental Planning and Impact Assessment |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL798 | Engineering Industry Experience A (core)(3 credit points)^* |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (core)(3 credit points)* |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (core)(2 credit points)~ |
| SEV401 | Integrated Catchment Systems |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development (core)^ |
Level 5 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEN770 | Infrastructure Engineering |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
*Available 2026
^ Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
# Students who have not completed VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent), will be required to undertake the unit SIT190 in the first trimester of their engineering course.
~ It is recommended students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus-based activities during the corresponding intensive activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus-based activities is linked to assessment requirements within the engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment.
Mechanical Engineering
Campuses
Melbourne Burwood Campus*, Geelong Waurn Ponds, online learning
* (refer to this table for the rollout of unit offerings at the Burwood (Melbourne) campus)
Unit set code
MJ-S000094
Overview
Mechanical engineers are crucial to the design and development of the complex systems, devices and machinery that will be needed to tackle global challenges of the future, including health assistive technologies and biomedical devices, renewable energy systems, advanced manufacturing facilities and low emissions transport. You will combine contemporary theory with industry-led projects to hone the skills required to develop and run the innovative mechanical systems and technologies of the future.
Units
Students are required to complete the units below, which include all core units in your course and units within your chosen major.
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs (#) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design (core) |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society + |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics (core)+ |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics (core) |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers (core) |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEM200 | Machine Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics + |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEJ201 | Structural Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis + |
| SEM202 | Thermodynamics + |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SED344 | Product Modelling and Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM302 | Advanced Stress Analysis + |
| SEM313 | Manufacturing + |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
| SEM310 | Thermo-Fluid Systems |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines + |
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL798 | Engineering Industry Experience A (core)(3 credit points)^* |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (core)(3 credit points)* |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (core)(2 credit points)~ |
| SEM400 | Computational Fluid Dynamics + |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 5 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development (core)^ |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
*Available 2026
~It is recommended students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
^ Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
# Students who have not completed VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent), will be required to undertake the unit SIT190 in the first trimester of their engineering course.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus-based activities during the corresponding intensive activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus-based activities is linked to assessment requirements within the engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment.
Mechatronics Engineering
Campuses
Melbourne Burwood Campus*, Geelong Waurn Ponds, online learning
* (refer to this table for the rollout of unit offerings at the Burwood (Melbourne) campus)
Unit set code
MJ-S000095
Overview
This major prepares you to be a practical and industry-ready engineer capable of designing the electronics, robots and autonomous systems of the future. You will learn how to design, program and integrate electronic devices with mechanical designs that communicate with other computers, devices or even cloud-based systems. You will be able to deliver innovative solutions to real-world problems and design autonomous and intelligent devices ranging from self-driving vehicles to biomedical systems.
Units
Students are required to complete the units below, which include all core units in your course and units within your chosen major.
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs (#) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design (core) |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society + |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics (core)+ |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics (core) |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ102 | Electrical Systems Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers (core) |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (core) |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEM200 | Machine Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling (core) |
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics + |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEE222 | Embedded Systems Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEE212 | Power Electronics + |
| SER204 | Electromechanical Systems |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SER300 | Mechatronic Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEE312 | Data Communication + |
| SEE307 | Systems and Signals |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines + |
| SER400 | Virtual and Augmented Interfaces + |
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL798 | Engineering Industry Experience A (core)(3 credit points)^* |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (core)(3 credit points)* |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (core)(2 credit points)~ |
| SEN771 | Intelligent Autonomous Robots |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
Level 5 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (core)(2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development (core)^ |
Plus 1 elective (1 credit point)
*Available 2026
~ It is recommended students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
^ Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
# Students who have not completed VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent), will be required to undertake the unit SIT190 in the first trimester of their engineering course.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus-based activities during the corresponding intensive activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus-based activities is linked to assessment requirements within the engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment.
Course duration
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
In your final year of the course, you may apply to undertake an international study tour to engage in a structured program of study, usually involving short project work overseas to gain discipline specific technical expertise and to enhance your global engineering awareness and experience.
Research and research-related study
The key assessment of research and research skills in the programme is through the two linked 2 credit point units in the final year of the course. The first of these units is for students to develop a detailed research proposal and undertake preliminary proof-of-concept or testing of their experimental methods. The second unit is designed to undertake the proposed research and critically evaluate the outcomes of the project. The project is predominantly student-led with direction from an academic supervisor that has expertise in the research field.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, and their study discipline or your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.