Master of Engineering (International Automotive Engineering)

This program will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the engineering disciplines that constitute the life cycle of the product automobile.

It will expose you to state-of-the-art infrastructure and different work ethics, by providing you with the opportunity to carry out work experience or research projects at multi-national automotive companies worldwide.

The program is international in character;

it aims to provide you with advanced technical and generic capabilities which will enhance your chances of employment in the global automotive industry sector.There are two distinct and interrelated specialist automotive areas of activity in the global automotive industry sector.Automotive Design and Development includes developed automotive industries that are knowledge intensive and with high value added products and services (e.g., Australia, Germany, USA, Japan).

Automotive Manufacturing Engineering Processes include emerging automotive industries where the focus is process intensive, relies on economies of scale and the pursuit of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies (e.g., China, India, Thailand).In catering for local and international students this program offers the flexibility for specialisation in either sector.

It will instil in you the specialised automotive engineering skills that are currently in short supply, but are increasingly in high demand by the automotive industry.The objective of this program is to educate you as a leading professional automotive engineer who is able to:Analyse complex automotive systems and develop new systems to ensure enhanced vehicle operations Find innovative solutions from an array of possibilities through systematic problem solving and system design methodologies Analyse the automotive product from cradle to grave and adapt automotive design and manufacturing systems to deliver value for all stakeholders Conceive novel designs for challenging problems and opportunities Communicate with a wide range of key stakeholders in professional and effective manner Lead, build and work with teams with trust and respectThe program requires in-person attendance, but also takes advantage of the capabilities of the online learning management system that is available to all students and provides scope for collaboration and remote access.In this program you will undertake a capstone project in the 48 credit point course OENG1088 Master's Research Project (or the alternative of completing the two 24 credit point courses OENG1089 Master's Research Project Part 1 and OENG1090 Master's Research Project Part 2).

In this project you will consolidate and expand the knowledge gained throughout the program through an in-depth experimental and/or analytical study of a highly technical and/or engineering management application.This program is primarily delivered in face-to-face mode at the City Campus.

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Year One of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

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Year Two of Program

Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Select and Complete Twenty Four (24) credit points from the following list of Option Courses:

Complete the following One (1) Course:

Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

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Program Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in one of the following fields: : Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Sustainable Systems or Automotive Engineering with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.

Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.

OR Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above). OR Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

International qualifications are assessed according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

English Language Requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Program Learning Outcomes*:

1. Needs, Context and Systems

• Describe, investigate and analyse complex engineering systems and associated issues (using systems thinking and modelling techniques)
• Exposit legal, social, economic, ethical and environmental interests, values, requirements and expectations of key stakeholders
• Identify and assess risks (including OH&S) as well as the economic, social and environmental impacts of engineering activities

2. Problem Solving and Design

• Develop creative and innovative solutions to engineering problems
• Anticipate the consequences of intended action or inaction and understand how the consequences are managed collectively by your organisation, project or team
• Develop and operate within a hazard and risk framework appropriate to engineering activities

3. Analysis

• Comprehend and apply advanced theory-based understanding of engineering fundamentals and specialist bodies of knowledge in the selected discipline area to predict the effect of engineering activities
• Apply underpinning natural, physical and engineering sciences, mathematics, statistics, computer and information sciences.

4. Professional Practice

• Initiate, plan, lead or manage engineering activities
• Understand the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline
• Apply systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects
• Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership
• Communicate in a variety of different ways to collaborate with other people, including accurate listening, reading and comprehension, based on dialogue when appropriate, taking into account the knowledge, expectations, requirements, interests, terminology and language of the intended audience
• Display a personal sense of responsibility for your work
• Demonstrate orderly management of self, and professional conduct.

5. Research

• Plan and execute a substantial research-based project, with creativity and initiative in new situations in professional practice and with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability
• Be aware of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
• Develop creative and innovative solutions to engineering challenges
• Assess, acquire and apply the competencies and resources appropriate to engineering activities
• Demonstrate professional use and management of information.
• Acknowledge (clearly) your own contributions and the contributions from others and distinguish contributions you may have made as a result of discussions or collaboration with other people

* As a Master's program of two years full time duration, this program is designed to develop Stage 1 and Stage 2 Engineers Australia professional engineering competency requirements.