Associate Degree in Engineering

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

Australian students

Start Date
January
March
June
September

Campus
Online

Duration
2 year(s) full-time

Mode
Online

Program Code
XTEN

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry Requirements
TAFE/RTO (Guaranteed): CIV
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Prerequisites
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Assumed Knowledge
None

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Prerequisite: Students should have achieved SACE Stage 1 passes, or an equivalent TAFE or other approved qualification in Mathematics.

Applicants are also required to meet one of the following criteria with competitive result:

Higher education study
- successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider
OR

Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- completed an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above
OR

Work and life experience (domestic students only)
- passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience;
- completed a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent; or
- qualified for Special Entry
OR

Recent secondary education
- completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 international qualification
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Aim

The program prepares graduates for employment as engineering paraprofessionals where they may work as an engineering associate, a design drafter, developer or engineering technical officer across a range of industries.

Content & Structure

Students are required to complete 72 units of study to obtain this associate degree. The program contains introductory studies in mathematics, physics and chemistry and courses from the first year in engineering.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	CURR 3021	4.5	Note(s): 3
OR
Elective
UO Essential Mathematics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry	MATH 1076	4.5	Note(s): 4	Rule(s): 1
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Introduction to Engineering Chemistry	ENGG 1006	4.5	Note(s): 4
UO Essential Mathematics 2: Calculus	MATH 1077	4.5	Note(s): 4	Rule(s): 1
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Introduction to Engineering Physics	PHYS 1019	4.5	Note(s): 4	Rule(s): 1
UO Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1	MATH 1078	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Sustainable Engineering Practice	ENGG 1007	4.5
UO Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2	MATH 1079	4.5		Rule(s): 1
SECOND YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Engineering Design and Innovation	ENGG 1005	4.5
UO Engineering Materials	RENG 1006	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Programming Concepts	COMP 1047	4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Engineering Mechanics	MENG 1014	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Project Management for Engineers	ENGG 2005	4.5
UO Electrical and Electronic Systems	EEET 1029	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Design Management for Engineers	ENGG 3007	4.5
UO Electrical Circuit Analysis	EEET 1028	4.5	Note(s): 1
OR
UO Fluid and Energy Engineering	MENG 2015	4.5	Note(s): 2	Rule(s): 1

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Assessment requirements for this degree include at least one online exam. The online exam software has system compatibility requirements, specifically that tablets, hybrid devices and mobile devices are not supported. Please refer to the online exam requirements prior to conducting your exam to ensure your computer and software is compatible to undertake the exam.

2. Students are required to have access to and use a digital drawing tablet in order to complete this degree. It is recommended that students access one and gain some experience with it prior to commencing study. Please contact the Program Director for further advice.

Notes

1. This course is suitable for students who have an interest in electrical engineering.

2. This course is suitable for students who have an interest in civil or mechanical engineering.

3. This course is recommended for students who are new to university studies or require development in academic and research skills.

4. Credit may be granted to students who have successfully completed studies equivalent to these courses at either SACE Stage 2 level, VET Certificate IV level or equivalent.