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Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

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Develop your skills and knowledge in the dynamic field of mechanical engineering. Learn to design, develop and maintain machines, devices and systems such as washing machines, vehicle engines, wind turbines, solar power heaters and air conditioning systems. Be at the cutting edge of invention to help create a sustainable future.

Your studies in Mechanical Engineering will prepare you to:

  • understand the laws of physics
  • exploit the properties of various materials
  • have good competency of mathematics
  • invent and design
  • work in teams to communicate and solve problems
  • develop and use computer modelling tools

As part of this course, you will work on real problems and projects in the workplace and community. This ensures our graduates are career-ready in the design and manufacturing of:

  • vehicles
  • medical devices
  • power generation systems
  • domestic appliances

This course was introduced in 2010 – units in Years 3 and 4 are not yet being taught. To enrol in units for Years 3 or 4 this year, you can select units from Years 3 or 4 of the previous version of the course.

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science

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Careers

Mechanical Engineers can work in a range of industries such as:

  • Automotive and transport
  • Manufacture, processing and maintenance
  • Aeronautics and aerospace
  • Marine and offshore systems
  • Defence and the Military
  • Mining, exploration, resources and power generation
  • Medical and sports engineering

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

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Study pathways

There are recognised study pathways for this course. You may be able to complete your course faster by getting credit for previous study.

VU TAFE to undergraduate

You can get credit in the Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (EBDM) if you have studied one of these TAFE courses at VU:

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology

  • You may get up to one and a half years of credit.

To find out more about the pathways available for this course, please contact the .

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Get credit for your work, study and life experience through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Graduate faster

If you've done previous study related to this course, you may be awarded credit. This means you can graduate in less time.

Completing this course also gives you a head-start on other at VU courses at a higher level of study.

We also award credit for relevant work and life experience. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Course Objectives

The objectives of the course are to produce graduates who:

  • have a solid foundation of scientific, engineering and project management knowledge;
  • can develop creative and practical solutions to engineering problems;
  • can communicate appropriately and effectively in different modes with different audiences;
  • can work independently and collaboratively;
  • can understand community needs in the context of societal aspirations and expectations;
  • have both the skills and motivation to continue learning as professionals; and
  • are work-ready and thus attractive to prospective employers.
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Units and electives

The Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) is a 384 credit point Bachelor's degree. Full-time study requires enrolment in four units (48 CP) per semester. For students starting at mid-tear, the expected minimum number of semesters to complete the course will be nine semesters (4.5 years).

INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE:
Candidates applying for the award of Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) must ensure that they have submitted for approval, evidence of having undertaken a minimum of 12 weeks industrial experience relevant to the course to satisfy Engineers Australia requirements.

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

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Admission Information

  • TAFE: Recognition of Prior learning is available for studies at tertiary level. Pathways are also available for students who have successfully completed the appropriate VET studies. See details at: http://www.vu.edu.au/courses/study-pathways
  • Year 12: The prerequisite subjects for admission into the first year of the course are based on entry at post Year 12, Victorian Certificate of Education, or equivalent level and are as follows: Units 3 & 4 - a study score of a least 20 in English (any) and in mathematical methods (CAS) or specialist mathematics. Selection mode: CY12: ATAR and two-stage process with a middle-band of approximately 20%. NONY12: Academic record (see institutional page). Middle-band: Completing chemistry, physics and/ or specialist mathematics = an aggregate 3 points higher per study, to a maximum of 9 points. Persons transferring from other courses or having overseas or other entrance qualifications of at least equivalent standard should apply for admission in the normal manner.
  • International: Full-fee paying international students must have qualifications which are equivalent to those listed above. In addition, they must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language: IELTS - an overall band score of 6+ or equivalent, subject to individual profile;
  • Mature: Applicants who have not completed Year 12 but who possess appropriate educational qualifications, work or life experiences which would enable them to successfully undertake the course, will be considered for admission.

English language requirements

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.

Admission requirements in your country

Find out if you meet the minimum academic (international qualification) requirements to be eligible to apply for this course by reviewing the academic entry requirements listed by country.
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How to apply for this course

Apply online

If you have questions about your application, you can:

Get in touch

Contact us to discuss your course options:

Ring us on +61 3 9919 1164

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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.

VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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