Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

UAC Code: 755614

Overview

• To solve engineering problems by applying the fundamentals of sciences and engineering sciences, including mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, computing, mechanics, materials and fluids.

• Work in a team in a modern, diverse, multi-disciplinary environment (workmates, managers, policy-makers and the wider community) using effective management techniques and communicating clearly to a variety of audiences both orally and in writing.

• Work with the highest acceptable engineering and environmental standards and professional ethics, adhere to occupational health and safety regulations while recognising the economic, environmental, global, social and legal contexts of their work.

• Utilise sophisticated engineering analysis, software and design tools to simulate the real world including computer aided design and modelling of engineering systems.

• Solve problems creatively by designing and managing the production of new and improved machines, systems and processes.

• To carry out innovative, conceptual and detailed design of systems and components by establishing key aspects of the problem, researching current knowledge, problem solving, generating options and identifying feasible/optimal solutions.

• Design, optimise and maintain machines, systems and processes, including examples such as: vehicles and engines; conventional and renewable energy production systems; manufacturing plant and machinery; bulk materials handling systems; building services, refrigeration and air conditioning systems; rail, road and aerospace systems.

• Measure and control the performance of machines and systems in the real world using sensors and transducers, data acquisition systems, test facilities, lab experimentation, etc.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Any two units of English plus Mathematics. Recommended studies: HSC Mathematics Ext. 1 plus Chemistry or Physics. Entry is open to students who have gained an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or equivalent at a level determined by UOW for this calendar year.

Career Opportunities

Mechanical Engineering has the broadest scope of all the branches of engineering, and graduates in this field have the core skills to adapt to other fields of engineering. It includes many exciting fields such as advanced manufacturing, metal forming technology, robotics, control of systems, computer aided design and manufacturing, air conditioning, bio-mechanics, powder technology and bearing dynamics. The degree covers a wide range of technical subjects including engineering computing and instrumentation, workshop practice, mechanical engineering design, control of machines and processes, process design and analysis, manufacturing process analysis, manufacturing systems, sustainable energy, transport and engine technologies, dynamics of engineering systems, bulk solids handling technology, fluid power, heat transfer and aerodynamics. Design innovation and project management are important aspects of mechanical engineering. The highlight of the course is the final year thesis, which requires each student to complete a major engineering project in a field of their choice or in research projects funded by government and/or industry.

Study Options

Students can select electives from a number of specialist areas in their final year including: Sustainable Energy and Engineering Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, Applied Mechanics, and Bulk Materials Handling. The list of electives on offer in any one year varies somewhat, depending on staff availability and other factors. Double degrees are also available.

Course Program

* Electives may not be available each year - check subject timetable.

** 18 credit point thesis is equivalent to the 12 credit point thesis and one 6 credit point elective.

*** High achieving students in ENGG456 Project A may articulate to ENGG457 Project B in order to continue with the project started in ENGG456.

Other Information

Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: engineering@uow.edu.au