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Master of Rolling Stock Engineering
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Testamur Title of Degree: | Master of Rolling Stock Engineering |
Abbreviation: | MRollStockEng |
UOW Course Code: | 1573 |
CRICOS Code: | N/A |
Total Credit Points: | 48 |
Duration: | 1 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Engineering & Information Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring |
Delivery Mode: | Distance |
Delivery Campus: | Wollongong |
Additional Information: |
Overview
The Master of Rolling Stock Engineering has been developed in collaboration with industry and provides a structured approach to learning and development. Students will learn from industry experts and will be provided with invaluable networking opportunities. The majority of students are employed in the rail industry, however a support program is available to students without industry contact. The program is offered on a part-time basis by distance education, but does involve a mandatory face-to-face workshop at the commencement of each subject.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Master of Rolling Stock Engineering will be able to:
- Integrate specialist engineering methods with industry standards to solve complex issues in rolling stock design, construction and maintenance.
- Research and synthesise key information, and apply expert judgement in rolling stock system design, planning and implementation.
- Interpret information and communicate knowledge, ideas and procedures to both expert and non-expert audiences.
- Employ independent learning strategies to update own knowledge and keep pace with innovations in engineering techniques, industry trends and standards in the field of rolling stock engineering.
Course Structure
Students must complete the following subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGG924 | Railway and Rolling Stock Environment | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG925 | Rail Motive Power | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG926 | Rail Vehicle Design | 6 | Spring |
| ENGG927 | Rolling Stock Braking System | 6 | Spring |
| ENGG928 | Rolling Stock Dynamics and Bogies | 6 | Spring |
| ENGG929 | Rolling Stock Design Construction and Maintenance | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG940 | Dissertation (in Rolling Stock Engineering) equivalent to two subjects | 12 | Annual, Spring/Autumn |
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au
Email: Academic Program Director