Master of Engineering (Process Engineering)

The main objective of the Master of Engineering (Process Engineering) program is to develop knowledge and skills in process engineering that will enhance your career prospects in the relevant industries.

The program aims to provide you with skills to step up as project leaders, consultants and managers with the knowledge and skills to lead the introduction of new technologies and operating practices in process manufacturing oriented businesses.The program greatly enhances graduates’ employability and career prospects.

Graduates of this program will have gained extensive state of the art knowledge and skills in process engineering, combined with advanced oral and written communication, teamwork, design, project management and research skills.

At the completion of the program you will be equipped to further your career aspirations in process engineering, operations, management, or consultancy and significantly contribute to improving the effectiveness and efficiency of organisations, and the competitiveness and profitability of business and industry.The program design reflects a formal process of program development.

One part of this process was to identify the industry trends and the graduate capabilities required of an engineering graduate to successfully engage in a professional capacity with the relevant engineering industries of the 21st century.

This involved research into the literature of engineering education and consultation with a number of stakeholders, including the professional body (Engineers Australia), industry bodies, alumni and current students, and the academic staff of the school.At the completion of the program you will be equipped to further your career aspirations in process engineering, operations, or consultancy in fields including petrochemical, food processing or bio-processing:Leading the introduction of new technologies and research & development Team Leader implementing operational strategies Operations Manager responsible for the competitive performance of a business unit.

Consultant providing specialist technical advice to industry.In this program you will undertake a capstone project with the 48 credit point course OENG1088 Master's Research Project (or the alternative of taking both of the 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.

All courses listed may not be available each semester.

Year One of Program

Complete the following Six (6) Courses:

Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Three (3) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Course:

Complete the following One (1) Course:

Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Program Entry Requirements

A bachelor degree in engineering, engineering science or engineering technology (or equivalent qualification) with a major study in one or more of the following relevant engineering disciplines: chemical engineering or process technology.

OR

A Master of Engineering by coursework in one of the relevant disciplines listed above.

Applicants must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) equal to or greater than 2.5 out of 4.0, however applicants who have a GPA between 2.0 and 2.5 and also a minimum of two years' relevant work experience will also be considered.

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

English Language Requirements

International applicants: A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.

Local applicants with international qualifications: If your international bachelor degree was not taught in English you must undertake an IELTS test and achieve a score of 6.5 with no band less than 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 Stage1 and Stage 2 EA professional engineering competency requirements.