Learn the mechanics of the engineering industry with USQ’s Bachelor of Engineering Science in Mechanical Engineering. With the opportunity to study via distance education or on campus, USQ gives you the flexibility to adapt your study to your life.
Build upon your prior experience and knowledge or start anew, learning the skills and capabilities involved with being a Mechanical Engineer. Design the newest in modern mechanical innovations in the automotive, aeronautical, building, power, manufacturing and public utility industries and learn the practical skills to develop and manufacture efficient, economical and reliable machinery.
With a high demand for mechanical engineers in all areas of industry, you’re guaranteed to begin your successful career quickly. Work as a Mechanical Engineering Technologist, Technical Sales Engineer or Production Manager in an extensive variety of areas and use your knowledge of modern machinery and equipment to take on the future of technical mechanics.
Program structure
Courses to be studiedUnits
1 x Major24
Plus 6 x practice courses (0 units value)0
Total24
Course codeCourse name
Year 1 Courses:
CIV1501Engineering Statics
ENG1002Introduction to Engineering and Spatial Science Applications
ENG1101Introduction to Engineering Problem Solving
ENG1100Introduction to Engineering Design
ENG2102Engineering Problem Solving and Analysis
ENM1600Engineering Mathematics
MEC1201Engineering Materials
MEC2304Solid Modelling
Year 2 Courses:
ELE1801Electrical Technology
ENG2002Technology, Sustainability and Society
MEC2106Introduction to Thermo-Fluids
MEC2202Manufacturing Processes
MEC2301Design of Machine Elements
MEC2402Stress Analysis
MEC2405Machine Dynamics
One Elective - see Electives
Year 3 Courses:
ENG3003Engineering Management
ENG3111Technology Design Project
MEC2101Thermodynamics
MEC3203Materials Technology
MEC3204Production Engineering
MEC3303System Design
Two Electives - see Electives
Practice Courses:
ENG1901Engineering Practice 1
ENG3909Work Experience - Technologist
MEC2901Mechanical Practice 1
MEC2902Mechanical Practice 2
MEC3903Mechanical Practice 3
MEC3904Mechanical Practice 4
Electives:
AGR2302Agricultural Machinery
CIV2502Structural and Building Technology
CIV2503Structural Design I
ELE1301Computer Engineering
ELE1502Electronic Circuits
ELE3803Electrical Plant
ENG4004Engineering Project and Operations Management
MEC4104Energy Technology
ENV4204Environmental Technology
In Australia each institution has its own application procedures and admission requirements so il would be better to contact your chosen university for an application form. To study here you'll need to apply for both admission to an institution and also for a student visa from the Australian Government so it's necessery to carefully check student visa information on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP).
Entry requirements can include: the academic requirements, evidence of funds to support your study and overseas student health cover. The academic requirements you need to study in Australia depend on the level of education you want to study. Indeed, in some cases, you may need to present your results of an English language test.
You can choose up to six courses in your application. Each university you've applied to consider your application separately. This means that you may receive an offer from each course that you include in your application.
Entry requirements
English Language Requirements
Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
OP/Rank
The 2015 OP/Rank for this program is: 13/71
International entry requirements
English Language Requirements
Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
Pre-requisites
Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.
You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.
