GD-PROENG v.3 Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering
Curtin University
About
Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.
This course is designed for those who wish to convert into a different engineering discipline or from an undergraduate science or technology degree. On completion students will qualify to enter the Master of Professional Engineering where graduates will meet the Stage 1 academic requirements for status as a professional engineer, subject to Engineers Australia accreditation.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Structure
Graduate Diplomas contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply technical and theoretical knowledge and skills to identify and evaluate innovative solutions to complex engineering problems
2. recognise the importance of culture, including that of local First Peoples, and be able to work respectfully and productively across cultures
3. analyse contemporary industry needs generate creative and innovative engineering solutions
4. apply engineering skills and knowledge, sustainability frameworks, and ethical approaches to address issues of international relevance
5. use technology to facilitate problem solving and communicate effective and innovative solutions in an engineering context
6. recognise the role of a professional engineer in society and work ethically and morally to develop a professional profile as an engineer
Duration and Availability
This course is one year full-time or equivalent part time-study. All specialisations in this course are available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa. There are two intakes offered each year, in February and July.
Location and delivery Mode
| YEAR | LOCATION | PERIOD | ALL | INTERNAL | PARTIALLY ONLINE INTERNAL | EXTERNAL | FULLY ONLINE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
YEAR 1
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGMT5039 | v.1 | Engineering Management | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| INDE5001 | v.1 | Engineering - Design and Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| ENEN5000 | v.1 | Engineering Sustainable Development | 1.5 | 12.5 |
| BLAW5024 | v.1 | Law for Engineers | 3.0 | 12.5 |
| SPPC-SWENG | v.1 | Software Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-CHENG | v.1 | Chemical Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-PEENG | v.1 | Petroleum Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-MINEN | v.1 | Mining Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-CVENG | v.1 | Civil Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-MCENG | v.1 | Mechanical Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| OR | ||||
| SPPC-ELENG | v.1 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Specialisation (GDip ProEng) | 100.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | |||
| 200.0 |
OPTIONS TO SELECT FROM IN YEAR 1
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN5002 | v.1 ** | Electrical Circuits | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| ENGR5000 | v.1 * | Fluid Mechanics | 3.0 | 25.0 |
| COMP5011 | v.1 # | Object Oriented Program Design | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| MINE5002 | v.1 | Mine Systems Engineering | 4.0 | 25.0 |
# Students in the Software Engineering Specialisation should choose COMP5011
## Students taking SPPC-ELENG should select the option ELEN5002
* Students in the Civil, Chemical, Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering Specialisations should choose ENGR5000
** Students in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Specialisation should choose ELEN5002
^ Students taking SPPC-MCENG, SPPC-CHENG, SPPC-PEENG or SPPC-CVENG should select the option ENGR5000
^^ Students taking SPPC-SWENG should select the option COMP5011
Entry requirements
Applicants for a Graduate Diploma are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Applicants require a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a relevant science or engineering discipline for entry into the course.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to some Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
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