Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Systems Engineering)

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Program Code
LBMR

Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math Studies
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Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics
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Fees
AUD$ 25,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2012

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
074038G

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.

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to have:

Completed the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE); and

completed 200 credits of subjects;
achieved a grade of C* or better in the Personal Learning Plan, 20 credits of literacy, 10 credits of numeracy and the Research Project at Stage 2;
achieved a grade C- or better in an additional 60 credits at Stage 2;
obtained a competitive ATAR.

* For Stage 2 subjects a grade of C- or better is required

Alternatively, the minimum educational requirements may be met by those who have fulfilled prerequisite requirements :

Completed the equivalent secondary education qualifications as required for university entry under SACE and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Completed or partly completed a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Completed at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at the appropriate level and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Completed an award from TAFE or from another registered training organisation at AQF Certificate IV or above and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Qualified for Special Entry and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements; OR
Completed University Foundation Studies program, Applied Science and Engineering stream; OR
Completed the Associate Degree in Engineering program at the University of South Australia.

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2 Math Studies

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Physics

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

India (best 4)	65
Kenya KCSE (average)	B+
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	7
Malaysia UEC	28
Norway GPA	3.5
Pakistan HSSC	85
Bangladesh HSC	4
Canada High School (OSSD)	70
Eynesbury FSP	350
German Abitur	2.7
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	7
Sweden GPA	15
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	7
USA SAT (2400)	1640
Vietnam	8
Australia	75
IB (best 6)	27

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Aim

The program aims to prepare students for professional careers in mechanical and manufacturing engineering with an in-depth knowledge in mechanical plant design, manufacturing technology and engineering materials.

Content & Structure

The program has a foundational first year that includes an introduction to mechanical, civil and electrical engineering to give a broad engineering knowledge so that graduates have an extensive understanding of basic fundamentals and an appreciation of the diversity of engineering. Courses in second and third years are arranged to give the program a practice based emphasis that provides engineering knowledge in the areas of mechanics and component design; fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and sustainable design; materials and design for manufacturing; and manufacturing systems and engineering maintenance. The fourth year offers the opportunity for specialisation to equip graduates for future leadership roles in the areas of mechanical design, advanced manufacturing, applied mechatronics, sustainable systems and nanotechnology with particular emphasis on the manufacturing, defence, mining, mechanical design, automotive, and building and mechanical services industries. These specialisations each have a major individual project which is industry based.

Final year may be taken as an honours year for students with outstanding academic results.

Students who graduate from this degree will be able to apply for entry to the Master of Engineering (Systems Engineering) or the Master of Engineering (Systems Integration) (LMST) and receive credit for some courses completed in the undergraduate degree. Hence it is possible to gain a bachelor and master degree in five years of full time study.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Computer Techniques	COMP 1036	4.5
Engineering Materials	RENG 1005	4.5
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1	MATH 1063	4.5
Sustainable Engineering Practice	ENGG 1003	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Electrical and Energy Systems	EEET 1025	4.5
Engineering Design and Innovation	ENGG 1004	4.5
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2	MATH 1064	4.5
Mechanics and Physics	EEET 1024	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Mechanics and Structures	CIVE 2005	4.5
Engineering Modelling	MATH 2009	4.5
Manufacturing Practice	MFET 2001	4.5
Mechanical Engineering Practice N	MENG 2009	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Mechanics of Machines	MENG 2008	4.5
Mechanical Design Practice	MENG 2004	4.5
Fluid and Energy Engineering	MENG 2002	4.5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Design for Manufacture and Assembly	MFET 3009	4.5
Energy Conversion and Management	MENG 3005	4.5
Computer Aided Engineering Practice	MENG 3003	4.5
Engineering Systems Thinking N	EEET 3043	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Design in Plastics and Advanced Composites	MFET 4011	4.5
Engineering Maintenance	MENG 4010	4.5
Fluid and Energy Management Practice	MENG 4004	4.5	Note(s): 2
Systems Engineering	EEET 3034	4.5
Industrial Experience	MENG 3007	0	Note(s): 3
FOURTH YEAR
Students are required to select a specialisation aligned with their project
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Project Planning and Control	MFET 3008	4.5
System Project Environment	EEET 5129	4.5
Systems Engineering Project 1	EEET 4066	9
Second Half (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Operations Management for Engineers	MFET 3011	4.5
Principles of Test and Evaluation N	EEET 5047	4.5
Systems Engineering Project 2	EEET 4068	9
FOURTH YEAR with HONOURS
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Project Planning and Control	MFET 3008	4.5
System Project Environment	EEET 5129	4.5
Systems Engineering Honours Project 1	EEET 4067	9
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Operations Management for Engineers	MFET 3011	4.5
Principles of Test and Evaluation N	EEET 5047	4.5
Systems Engineering Honours Project 2	EEET 4069	9

Rules & notes

Notes

1. This Elective is a course freely chosen by students from any school or program within the University of South Australia.

2. Students may substitute Intelligent Manufacturing Systems MENG 3010 for this course. Contact the Program Director for more information.

3. It is a requirement of Engineers Australia that students complete a minimum period of 12 weeks of industrial experience in a relevant industry prior to graduation. Assessment in the course Industrial Experience will remain incomplete until the student submits a written report and receives a pass.