Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Mechanical)

Bachelor (Honours)

Mechanical engineers work with 'things that move', from prosthetic limbs and robots to motor vehicles, aircrafts and space stations.When it comes to new technologies, mechanical engineers are key. They design and develop materials, processes and products to improve our lives and the world.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor (Honours)

Duration

4 years full-time

Course Code

334831, 082192G

Intake Months

Jul, Feb

International Fees

$51,000 per year / $204,000 total

ATAR

80

About this course

Craft the next generation of machines

Mechanical engineers work with 'things that move', from prosthetic limbs and robots to motor vehicles, aircrafts and space stations.

When it comes to new technologies, mechanical engineers are key. They design and develop materials, processes and products to improve our lives and the world.

Study locations

North Terrace

North Terrace Campus

What you will learn

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) has strong links to industry and a focus on design and creativity. You will:

explore core mechanical engineering disciplines
complete design-build projects
gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities
benefit from internships, placements and projects with experts in the field
complete an eight-week practical experience.

In your final year you'll apply your advanced capabilities in an industry-focused research project.

Majors are available in:

Minors are available in:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Defence systems
Entrepreneurship
Humanitarian Engineering

Career pathways

Our mechanical engineering graduates are in high demand. As an accredited engineer, you could develop life-saving technology, or innovate in the sustainable energy field. You might be an aerospace or sports engineer. Perhaps you'll plan, build and test robots and robotic systems with artificial intelligence.

This program is accredited by Engineers Australia.

Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You'll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.

Take part in design-build challenges throughout your studies
Graduates qualify for professional membership with Engineers Australia
Showcase your work and network with future employers at Ingenuity

Course structure

The first two years of the program include mathematics, physics and an introduction to the basic principles of design, structural analysis, thermodynamics, materials, fluid mechanics, control and computer programming. This is complemented by laboratory and project work. In the third year, courses are extended to develop students' understanding in these fields. This is coupled with a design project, to prepare students for the final year. The fourth year of the degree allows for some technical specialisation. This is enabled through the completion of elective courses, in addition to project work and a management course.

A major is a great way to specialise and pursue topics of interest without narrowing future options. Majors are available in Aerospace Engineering, Defence Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and Robotics, Medical Technologies, Renewable Energy, Smart Technologies, and Sports Engineering. Minors are available in Entrepreneurship and Humanitarian engineering.

Students are required to complete eight weeks of approved practical experience.

Program Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes for this program were informed by the University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes, Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies and the characteristics of the Adelaide Engineering graduate.

Graduates of a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) will be able to:

Contribute to the design of creative, sustainable, economic and safe solutions, which satisfy the objectives of clients and stakeholders.
Demonstrate a broad, theory-based understanding of the mathematical, natural and physical sciences underpinning engineering practice, and evaluate the differences between theoretical and applied system behaviour.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the computer and information sciences that underpin engineering practice.
Demonstrate a substantial and contemporary body-of-knowledge of engineering methods, tools and processes for a specific discipline, complemented by relevant knowledge from related disciplines.
Professionally and ethically conduct themselves and their work, respecting the communities and cultural norms within which that work is carried out.
Communicate objectively and effectively, in written and oral forms, to lay and expert audiences.
Apply critical and independent thinking to make sound judgements, based on evidence, theory and logical reasoning.
Maintain and develop knowledge of advancements in engineering practice and research in the specific discipline, and apply this knowledge innovatively when devising solutions
Be an effective, emotionally and culturally intelligent team member, with leadership potential.
Apply a systems approach to managing and developing solutions to complex problems.

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at University of Adelaide.

80.2%

Overall satisfaction

88.3%

Skill scale

73.9%

Teaching scale

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