| Overview and Aims of the Program |
Macquarie engineers will graduate with an international qualification with the capability for life-long learning. Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering Award for an overview of the aims of the program.
The Mechanical Engineering Specialisation develops an in-depth understanding of a specific aspect of engineering, with sufficient focus for employment in an initial role. An underpinning knowledge in mechanical systems, machines, materials, robotics and fluid mechanics is developed into an in-depth understanding by research and industry engagement in design and manufacture. |
| Graduate Capabilities |
The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows:
Cognitive capabilities
(K) discipline specific knowledge and skills
(T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking
(P) problem solving and research capability
(I) creative and innovative
Interpersonal or social capabilities
(C) effective communication
(E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens
(A) socially and environmentally active and responsible
Personal capabilities
(J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative
(L) commitment to continuous learning |
| Program Learning Outcomes |
By the end of this program it is anticipated you should be able to:
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
1. demonstrate a comprehensive, theory based understanding of mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering and electronic engineering fundamentals which form the foundation of mechanical and electromechanical systems (K, T, P)
2. demonstrate understanding of the fundamental concepts and theory underlying the design, operation and performance of mechanical components, as stand-alone systems or as part of broader electromechanical or mechatronic systems that may involve software (K, P)
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES
3. apply appropriate modelling, measurement and simulation techniques, and design software tools, to solve problems in a broad range of mechanical engineering topics and to produce engineering drawings for fabrication of components and products (K, A, T, P, C)
4. use knowledge of current manufacturing technology to achieve efficient manufacture of items on a large scale (K, T, P, I)
5. apply fluid dynamics theory and computational techniques to the solution to problems involving the flow of fluids including gases (K, T, P, I)
6. ability to use theory of machines to understand and design machines and machine components, particularly internal combustion engines (K, T, P, I)
7. use mechanical engineering theory, modelling and simulation in solving problems of greater complexity in mechanical engineering, electromechanical or mechatronic engineering and control systems, which may involve software, as part of an interdisciplinary solution (K, T, P, I)
APPLICATION OF SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
8. design, implement, test, deploy and consider long term maintenance of large systems where mechanical engineering forms the whole or part of the solution; including development of metrics and analysis techniques for overall performance (K, T, P, C, I, J)
9. apply mechanical engineering foundational knowledge, skills and capabilities to further the state of the art in mechanical engineering itself (K, T, P, C, I, J). |
| Learning and Teaching Methods |
Learning and teaching methods are common to all Majors in the Engineering Programs. Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering Award for details. |
| Assessment |
Assessment methods are common to all Majors in the Engineering Programs. Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering Award for details. |
| Recognition of Prior Learning |
Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy (see www.mq.edu.au/policy) and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. The RPL pages contain information on how to apply, links to registers, and the approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit.
Domestic Students
For undergraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/nonschoolrpl
For domestic postgraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/pgrpl
International Students
For RPL information visit www.mq.edu.au/international/rpl |
| Support for Learning |
Macquarie University aspires to be an inclusive and supportive community of learners where all students are given the opportunity to meet their academic and personal goals. The University offers a comprehensive range of free and accessible student support services which include academic advice, counselling and psychological services, advocacy services and welfare advice, careers and employment, disability services and academic skills workshops amongst others. There is also a bulk billing medical service located on campus.
Further information can be found at www.students.mq.edu.au/support/
Campus Wellbeing contact details:
Phone: +61 2 9850 7497
Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au
www.students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing |
| Program Standards and Quality |
The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders. |
| Graduate Destinations and Employability |
Refer to the Bachelor of Engineering Award for general details.
Career opportunities for Mechanical Engineers include:
• application engineer
• automotive engineer
• aircraft engineer
• automation and industrial instrumentation specialist
• engineering and technical manager
• engineering project manager
• mechanical design engineer
• mechanical engineer
• mechanical project engineer
• micro mechanical engineer
• project and technology manager
• space industry engineer.
Employment can be sought in large corporates, consultancies and high-tech start-ups in sectors including manufacturing, automotive, aerospace and health.
Employers include banks and financial institutions such as The Macquarie Group, NAB and Commonwealth Bank; developers and manufacturers of medical devices such as Cochlear;
government and university research laboratories such as CSIRO, DSTO (Defence Science and Technology Organisation); public sector institutions at both state and federal level such as RailCorp.
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| Assessment Regulations |
This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy. |
| Accreditation |
Accreditation as a Professional Engineering Stage 1 qualification by Engineers Australia has been sought in 2015. |
