Course description
52884WA Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology
This program aims to impart the necessary mechanical engineering skills, and all the theory covered is tied to a practical outcome. Five threads run through the program to give you maximum, functional coverage in the field of mechanical engineering. These threads comprise of fundamentals of mechanical engineering technologies, applications of mechanical engineering technologies, energy systems, industrial automation, and management. Due to the global nature of mechanical engineering today, students are exposed to international standards.
Who should attend?
Student applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and the following minimum entry requirements are to be strictly adhered to:
- Applicants must have at least a Year 12 or Cert III trade qualification or equivalent in a related field; AND
- They must have at least 2 years’ work experience in a related field OR
- At least 4 years’ work experience in a related field – subject to acceptance of an application for Credit to Entry ** AND
- Satisfactory English language proficiency at an English pass level in a Senior Certificate of Education or equivalent; OR
- A specified level of achievement in a recognized English language test such as: IELTS (or equivalent) at a score of at least 5.5 (with no individual band score less than 5.0); or equivalent; OR
- Satisfactory completion of another course offered by EIT, or by another tertiary institution, in English.
Training content
- Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering
- Use Basic mathematics in engineering
- Structural Mechanics
- Mechanical Drive Systems
- AC Electrical Motors and Drives
- Pumps, Compressors and Turbines
- Lubrication and Mechanical Seals
- Rotating Equipment Balancing, Alignment and Condition Monitoring
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning
- Process Plant Layout, Piping and Pipeline Systems
- Machinery Safety and Safe Lifting
- Apply the fundamentals of professional engineering practice
- Energy Efficiency
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Industrial Automation
- Measurement and Control Systems
- Management of Hazardous Areas
Course delivery details
You are expected to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week learning the program material and completing assessments. This includes attending weekly webinars that run for about 90 minutes to facilitate class discussion and allow you to ask questions. This program is run online on an intensive part-time basis and has been designed to fit around full-time work. It will take 18 months to complete.
The participants emerge from the course able to demonstrate specialised and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge, with considerable depth, in subject matter related to mechanical engineering.
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the capacity of mechanical engineering and related industries to maintain their competitiveness in a global marketplace through the application of the latest technologies, value adding to existing products, processes, and services, and the development of new, sustainable and innovative solutions.
This practical program avoids too much emphasis on theory. The lecturers presenting this advanced diploma are highly experienced engineers who have worked in the mechanical engineering industry. The delivery methodology — live and interactive webinars with the use of state-of-the-art technologies such as remote and virtual laboratories and simulation software — ensures you graduate with cutting-edge skills that are valued by employers around the world.
Certification / Credits
Advanced Diploma
This qualification is officially accredited within the Australian Qualifications Framework by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC), and EIT is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) for delivery by EIT in all Australian states. EIT delivers this program to students worldwide.
This advanced diploma is also accredited by Engineers Australia under the Dublin Accord. It is internationally recognized under the International Engineering Alliance (IEA) accords and the various signatories.
Benefits:
- Skills in the latest mechanical engineering technologies
- Practical guidance from experts in the field
- Global networking contacts in the industry
- Improved career prospects and income
- A world class Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology
Learning Outcomes
As engineering paraprofessionals, graduates will be able to:
- Evaluate contemporary issues in mechanical engineering practice
- Formulate engineering solutions suited to hydraulic and pneumatic applications
- Differentiate and justify appropriate mechanical engineering technologies for process control systems
- Assist with the development of appropriate procedures necessary to operate and maintain mechanical equipment and process instrumentation
- Understand the application of engineering principles, processes and systems
- Manage self-autonomy to achieve objectives and develop knowledge of professional practice in engineering
- Communicate professionally and effectively
- Prepare complex technical information and concepts to plan, communicate and implement solutions to a range of engineering environment and contexts
Continuing studies
- Engineering Associate
- Project Supervisor
- Equipment Services Technician
- Mechanical Technician
- Field Technician
- Mechanical Specialist
- Process Service Technician
- Production Technician
- Technical Officer
- Condition Monitoring Technician
- Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson
- Technical Sales Officer
- Mechanical Estimator
- Procurement Officer
- Machiner Operator
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