Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours)
2023 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2023 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) (Honours) |
| Course Map | These course maps are for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2023.
These course maps are for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2023.
Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Campus | Offered at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Online | Yes |
| Duration | 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Deakin course code | S466 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8. |
| New Course from Trimester 1, 2023 | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Details of major sequences
- Other learning experiences
- Research and research-related study
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 electronics, 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’ll be supported to acquire and apply your technical skills through industry-led projects in collaborative teams.
Whether you choose to study online or on campus, you’ll have ample opportunity to put theory into practice in our world-class, multi-million-dollar engineering precinct. Located at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, the precinct houses some of the most advanced systems, laboratories and learning spaces in Australia.
At Deakin we’ll prepare to you be a well-rounded engineer. Beyond technical skills, you’ll 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 classes, 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.
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, and roles expected to rise significantly in the next five years, Deakin graduates are in demand both in Australia and abroad. Depending on which field of engineering you choose during your degree, you may find work in government or non-government roles, across the private sector, in consulting or in education and research.
Participation requirements
All Online enrolled students, or students enrolled online in specified units, are required to participate in campus-based learning activities at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) during intensive week each trimester to ensure 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 to be sufficiently prepared to enter professional engineering practice.
Attendance and participation in learning activities during 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 the standard holiday breaks listed here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/courses/key-dates.
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. 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.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year, the units you choose and 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.
Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. Further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods is available on our Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes | |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Graduates of a Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) can: Demonstrate a comprehensive theory based understanding of engineering fundamentals and underpinning concepts in the natural and physical sciences. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and application of mathematics, numerical analyses, statistics and information technology in the context of engineering principles and practice. Demonstrate knowledge of contextual factors that impact on engineering including: - Sustainability - Management - Economics - Project management Demonstrate fluent and systematic application of established engineering techniques, tools, resources and processes and, where appropriate, research principles and methods in: - Solving complex and ill-defined problems - Syntheses and design for appropriate formulation of engineering solutions - Effective and appropriate professional conduct and management of engineering projects Demonstrate professional engineering capabilities during industry placement. Effective and appropriate professional conduct of duties in the role. Professional use of engineering methods, tools and knowledge relevant to the role. Demonstrate application of discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities within in a professional engineering environment. Demonstrate in-depth understanding of specialist knowledge, contemporary engineering practice and current research directions within the relevant Engineering major. | |
| Communication | Communicate effectively in a range of contexts using oral, written, graphical and interpersonal communication to professional, non-professional and lay audiences. | |
| Digital literacy | Utilise a range of digital technologies and information sources to discover, select, analyse, employ, evaluate, and disseminate both technical and non-technical information. | |
| Critical thinking | Use critical and analytical thinking and judgment in: | |
| Problem solving | Apply creative, innovative and proactive approaches to complex engineering problems and projects. | |
| Self-management | Demonstrate self-management through professional and ethical conduct, and identification and planning of future learning needs. Demonstrate self-management within a professional engineering environment. | |
| Teamwork | Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership through creative, innovative and proactive behaviour. | |
| Global citizenship | Demonstrate ability to function effectively as an international engineer. | |
Approved by Faculty Board 2 June 2022
Course rules
To qualify for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Industry) students must complete thirty eight (38) credit points comprising:
- Twenty-two (22) credit points of core units
- Eight (8) credit points from a major
- Civil
- Electrical and Electronics
- Mechanical
- Mechatronics
- Six (6) credit points of Industry Placement Units
- Two (2) elective credit points *
- Completion of three (3) zero-credit point compulsory units:
- SEJ010 Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning
- STP050 Academic Integrity
- STP010 Career Tools for Employability
- level 1 - maximum of 10 credit points
- levels 2 and 3 - minimum of 14 credit points over both levels
- Level 3 – minimum of 6 credit points at level 3 or above
* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point). It is strongly recommended that the remaining elective be a level 3, 4, or 7 unit.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
Course structure
Core
Level 1 - Trimester 1
All students are required to undertake the following Level 1 Trimester 1 units
| STP050 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics + |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
Civil
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling |
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
Electrical and Electronics
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling |
| SEJ102 | Electrical Systems Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
Mechanical
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling |
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
Mechatronics
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling |
| SEJ102 | Electrical Systems Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
Civil
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics (major)+ |
| SEJ202 | Field Investigation (2 credit points) |
Electrical and Electronics
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling |
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics (major)+ |
| SEE210 | Power Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
Mechanical
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics (major)+ |
| SEM200 | Machine Design (2 credit points) |
Mechatronics
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling |
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics (major)+ |
| SEM200 | Machine Design (2 credit points) |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
Civil
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis (major) |
| SEV254 | Road and Pavement Engineering (major) |
| SEJ201 | Structural Design (2 credit points)+ |
Electrical and Electronics
| SEE212 | Power Electronics (major)+ |
| SEE213 | Distributed Generation System (major)+ |
| SEE222 | Embedded Systems Design (2 credit points)+ |
Mechanical
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis (major) |
| SEM202 | Thermodynamics (major) |
| SEJ201 | Structural Design (2 credit points)+ |
Mechatronics
| SEE212 | Power Electronics (major)+ |
| SER204 | Electromechanical Systems (major) |
| SEE222 | Embedded Systems Design (2 credit points)+ |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
Civil
| SEV322 | Hydrology and Hydraulics (major)+ |
| SEV320 | Theory of Structures (major) |
| SEV301 | Water Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
Electrical and Electronics
| SEE312 | Data Communication (major)+ |
| SEE307 | Systems and Signals (major) |
| SEE332 | Transmission and Distribution System Design (2 credit points)+ |
Mechanical
| SEM310 | Thermo-Fluid Systems (major) |
| SEM313 | Manufacturing (major) |
| SED344 | Product Modelling and Design (2 credit points)+ |
Mechatronics
| SEE312 | Data Communication (major)+ |
| SEE307 | Systems and Signals (major) |
| SER300 | Mechatronic Design (2 credit points)+ |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
Civil
| SEV362 | Geotechnical Engineering (major) |
| SEN770 | Infrastructure Engineering (major) |
| SEV300 | Reinforced Concrete and Steel Structures (2 credit points) |
Electrical and Electronics
| SEE406 | Power System Analysis (major) |
| SEE308 | Electrical Machines and Drives (major)+ |
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
Mechanical
| SEM302 | Advanced Stress Analysis (major) |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines (major)+ |
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
Mechatronics
| SER400 | Virtual and Augmented Interfaces (major)+ |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines (major)+ |
| SEJ302 | Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points) |
All students are required to undertake the following Level 4 units in Trimester 1 and Trimester 2
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (2 credit points)^ |
| SEL703 | Professional Practice |
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEL799 | Engineering Industry Experience B (2 credit points)^ |
| SEL703 | Professional Practice |
Level 5 - Trimester 1
Civil
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~+ |
| SEV402 | Traffic and Transport Engineering (major) |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Electrical and Electronics
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Mechanical
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~+ |
| SEM400 | Computational Fluid Dynamics (major) |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Mechatronics
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~+ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Level 5 - Trimester 2
Civil
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Electrical and Electronics
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~ |
| SEE716 | Electrical Systems Protection (major) |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Mechanical
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~ |
| SEP701 | Continuing Professional Development |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Mechatronics
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~ |
| SEN771 | Intelligent Systems for Autonomous Control (major) |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
^ SEL799 available from 2026
* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point).
~ Students are expected to undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters. Students will be required to seek approval from the unit chair if they are unable to complete SEJ441 and SEJ446 consecutively.
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus mode conducted activities during the corresponding Intensive Activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus mode 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. Thus, a fail grade shall be awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.
Work experience
Through SEL703 Professional Practice, you’ll gain industry experience by completing at least 30 to 60 days of practical work experience in an engineering workplace with assessment tasks designed to develop and enhance your understanding of the engineering profession, professional practice and continuing professional development, possible career outcomes, and the opportunity to establish valuable professional networks.
Details of major sequences
Civil Engineering
Campuses
Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online
Unit set code
MJ-S000092
Overview
This major prepares you to be Civil Engineer and you will combine contemporary theory with industry-led projects to 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
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics |
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis |
| SEV254 | Road and Pavement Engineering |
| SEV322 | Hydrology and Hydraulics |
| SEV320 | Theory of Structures |
| SEV362 | Geotechnical Engineering |
| SEV402 | Traffic and Transport Engineering |
| SEN770 | Infrastructure Engineering |
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Campuses
Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online
Unit set code
MJ-S000093
Overview
With a particular emphasis on power, energy, electronics 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 and electronics 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
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics |
| SEE212 | Power Electronics |
| SEE213 | Distributed Generation System |
| SEE312 | Data Communication |
| SEE307 | Systems and Signals |
| SEE406 | Power System Analysis |
| SEE308 | Electrical Machines and Drives |
| SEE716 | Electrical Systems Protection |
Mechanical Engineering
Campuses
Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online
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
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics |
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis |
| SEM202 | Thermodynamics |
| SEM310 | Thermo-Fluid Systems |
| SEM313 | Manufacturing |
| SEM302 | Advanced Stress Analysis |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines |
| SEM400 | Computational Fluid Dynamics |
Mechatronics
Campuses
Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online
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
| SEE216 | Analogue and Digital Electronics |
| SEE212 | Power Electronics |
| SER204 | Electromechanical Systems |
| SEE312 | Data Communication |
| SEE307 | Systems and Signals |
| SEM327 | Dynamics of Machines |
| SER400 | Virtual and Augmented Interfaces |
| SEN771 | Intelligent Systems for Autonomous Control |
Other course information
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work 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.