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Course Information

Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical)

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code Y73

This course is intended for students who have an interest in aviation, aeronautics and flying, and who wish to have the option of expanding their studies into a pathway towards becoming an accredited professional in an engineering field. Provided appropriate electives are chosen, graduating students can apply to articulate into ECU's Master of Engineering course (specialising in either Mechanical or Civil Engineering) enabling students to achieve professional engineer status after a further two years of study. Aeronautical technology deals with the science and technology of aviation, including aircraft systems, materials and manufacturing technology, and aircraft operation. Areas of study within the course include a foundation in science and mathematics, along with engineering mechanics, computer-aided design, engineering materials, and thermodynamics and fluids, in addition to specific aviation science subjects, which cover aircraft systems and structures, aircraft propulsion and aerodynamics. Students will also gain an understanding of the operation and performance of aircraft from the point-of-view of an aviation technologist. The course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to the aviation industry, and along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem-solving, team work and project work. As a result, as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, students will graduate with strong analytical skills and the ability to contribute to complex projects.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Practicum Requirement

During the course, students will be required to undertake a minimum of 8 weeks practical work experience located in an engineering technology industry environment. This will normally be undertaken during a vacation period.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Adapt knowledge and skills to collaborate effectively to achieve personal and team goals in professional practice
2. Apply critical thinking and judgement to problem solving and the development of innovative design solutions to aeronautical technology problems
3. Communicate ideas to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge to peers, the aeronautical profession and the wider community
4. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of aircraft propulsion, performance and aerodynamics with specific reference to light aircraft
5. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance principles
6. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of common manufacturing processes and materials used for different engineering applications
7. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) and its application in aeronautical and engineering contexts
8. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of electronic instrumentation and electrical systems, including problem identification and solution
9. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of the theory, technical and practical applications relevant to aeronautical technology
10. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, engineering dynamics and the mechanics of solids
11. Demonstrate initiative and planning in the application of appropriate principles, tools and technologies to generate solutions to aeronautical problems
12. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning in the application of research to design and test a device, component or system in aeronautical technology
13. Demonstrate the requisite levels of technology, information and numeric literacy as well as technical skills to perform effectively in the aeronautical profession
14. Identify sustainability issues and principles that are applicable to aeronautical technology and the wider community and integrate them into aeronautical practice
15. Incorporate an awareness of cross-cultural and indigenous issues in the conduct of professional practice in aeronautical technology
16. Understand and interpret international developments and global best practices in aeronautical technology
17. Utilise technical skills to review, analyse, consolidate and apply knowledge to generate solutions to aeronautical technology problems

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV;
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test;
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

It is desirable that all applicants have passed Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered. Alternatively applicants can complete bridging units during the first year of their studies, if required, if students have not passed one or more of these subjects.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 3 Years
• Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Mr Borislav KULIC

Course Structure

Note: Students who have not passed Mathematics: Methods ATAR (or equivalent) must complete the bridging unit MAT1108 Foundations of Mathematics before they can enrol in MAT1137 Introductory Applied Mathematics. Students who have passed Year 11 Mathematics: Methods ATAR (or equivalent) can consider discussing a pre-requisite waiver with the Mathematics coordinator to enable them to enrol into MAT1137 Introductory Applied Mathematics. Note: Students who have passed Mathematics: Methods ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR (or equivalents) should enrol in MAT1250 Mathematics 1 in Year 1 Semester 1 in place of MAT1137 Introductory Applied Mathematics, and enrol in an additional elective in Year 1 Semester 2 in place of MAT1250 Mathematics 1.

Note: Students who have not passed Physics ATAR (or equivalent) must complete the bridging unit SCP1132 Introduction to Physics before they can enrol in ENS1101 Engineering Mechanics.

* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.