Mechanical Engineering Specialisation
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About this Specialisation
Designed for students wishing to specialise in mechanical engineering.
This course will extend your expertise in mechanical engineering fields such as Fluid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design and Development and Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing among others.
Code SPAALU
Availability & Campus
| Location | Availability |
|---|---|
| Joondalup | |
| Mount Lawley | |
| South West | |
| Online |
Professional Recognition
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This Specialisation has been Accredited by: Engineers Australia.
This professional recognition only applies when you study this Specialisation in the following course:
Details
Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ENS6138 | Principles of Industrial Maintenance | 15 |
| ENS6100 | Fluid Mechanics | 15 |
| ENS6149 | Structural Analysis | 15 |
| ENS6134 | Materials and Manufacturing 2 | 15 |
| ENS6132 | Mechanical Design and Development | 15 |
| ENS6160 | Signals and Systems | 15 |
| ENS6105 | Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing | 15 |
| ENS5261 | Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Systems | 15 |
| ENS5114 | Advanced Mechanical Design | 15 |
| ENS5253 | Control Systems | 15 |
| ENS5216 | Advanced Thermofluids | 15 |
| ENS6136 | Mechanics of Solids | 15 |
Note: Where a student has completed the equivalent of one or more of the above units in prior undergraduate level studies at an appropriate level, the Course Coordinator may, in some cases, consider substitutions with other available units. Students should consult with their course coordinator to see whether this is possible.
For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookNotes
Learning Outcomes
- Reflect critically on a complex body of knowledge, research principles and methods within the mechanical engineering discipline to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, evaluate and synthesise complex ideas, concepts and theories in authentic mechanical engineering situations.
- Apply high level communication and collaboration skills in a professional mechanical engineering context.
- Use high level self management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial mechanical engineering project.
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