Associate Degree in Equipment Design and Technology

The course has been designed to address areas of current need as a result of the increased use of technology within production facilities in the manufacturing sector.

The North-West region of Tasmania has long been recognised as a centre for traditional manufacturing.

In recent decades, market changes have encouraged local businesses to focus on advanced manufacturing such as the supply of components to original equipment manufacturers (OEM).This course is suited to individuals pursuing a career in the manufacturing industry across a range of roles.

The primary roles available to graduates are in design and fabrication, with other positions available within quality control, logistics and project management.The course design and cumulative learning approach is driven by themed problem-based learning projects that have a capstone assessment at the end of the first and second year.

It is envisaged these problem-based learning projects may not only facilitate collaboration and placements with industry and opportunities to co-design and deliver projects with industry or work with industry as client, but also strengthen applied knowledge and expose UC students to prospective employers.

Completion of the Associate Degree in Equipment Design and Technology requires 200 credit points including:

• A Core (150 credit points)
• Electives (50 credit points)

DOMESTIC APPLICANTS

Domestic Applicants who have recently completed secondary education

- Completed the TCE (or equivalent)

Domestic Applicants with higher education study - Completed at least one undergraduate unit (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points).

Domestic Applicants with VET / TAFE study - A completed VET Certificate III or higher,

Domestic Applicants with work and life experience: If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have relevant work and life experience you can complete a personal competency statement. You may be eligible for an offer if you have work and life experiences that demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.

Prerequisites Nil

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors for special consideration, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition or disability.

We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

This course is not currently offered to international students