Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00219C
The Associate Degree of Engineering allows students to develop the skills required to become an engineering associate and gain knowledge of engineering principles, relevant to the testing, inspection, drawing, adaptation, commissioning, management or operation of on-site equipment, plant and systems. There is an opportunity for students to tailor their studies to their area of interest by selecting from majors of civil, electrical, mechanical or mining engineering or engineering geology. Upon completion of this course, students will satisfy the academic requirements for membership with Engineering Australia as an Engineering Associate.
Structure
15 units (96 credit points)
Subjects
- Engineering civil
- Engineering electrical
- Engineering mechanical
- Engineering mining
- Engineering geology.
Standard entry requirements
Year 12 or equivalent. English language requirements apply.
Recognition
Graduates satisfy the academic requirements for membership with Engineers Australia as an engineering associate. The Engineering Geology major is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM). The Mining major is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Study pathways
Exit award: Diploma of Technical Studies. The Associate Degree of Engineering can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Honours).
Further information
This course is only available for part-time study. Some units require students to attend residential school. All students must complete at least six weeks of approved industry practice. Recommended study: English; Maths; Science. To find out more about CQUniversity's English language requirements visit www.cqu.edu.au/elp.
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