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Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering) (Honours)
Federation University Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00103D
Gain the skills necessary to plan, design and manage complex systems that integrate mechanical, electronic and computational elements of engineering. You will learn project-based skills in real world situations required for success in industry. Engineering students can take part in a professional development program and usually receive a 400 hour placement and up to $15,000 industry scholarship. Discover more at www.federation.edu.au/ipp
Structure
This program consists of 480 credit points. Students will complete 30 core courses, and a zero credit point Engineering Professional Practice course.
Subjects
- Design
- Sustainability
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanisms
- Electronics
- Control-Classical, Fluid and Pneumatic
- Instrumentation and Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics, Drives and Actuators
- Digital and Embedded Systems
- Individual Research Project
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 - Prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English
- ATAR. Non Year 12 - Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation University Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST)
- Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher
- Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application. Academic IELTS with an Overall score of 6.0
- With no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
Recognition
This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia.
Study pathways
Credit will be considered if you have undertaken relevant higher education studies or have successfully completed Diploma, Associate Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Engineering relevant to this degree. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications. Credit of 20% to 50% can be obtained toward the degree depending on program studied, individual circumstances OR interstate or overseas equivalent as assessed by the University. Candidates seeking alternate entry can consider the following options: Foundation Access Studies (FAST) program, including FASTP1203 Introduction to Technical maths. On successful completion of FAST, including FASTP1203 Introduction to Technical maths, students can apply for the Bachelor of Mechatronic Systems Engineering (Honours) for Semester 1. Enrol in single courses such as MATHS1001 Modelling and Change or MATHS1005 Secrets of the Matrix to demonstrate ability to be successful on the program. Apply for the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (FedUni TAFE, Ballarat) which offers an articulation pathway into Higher Education and a number of credits towards the Bachelor of Mechatronic Systems Engineering (Honours).
Further information
Further information: study.federation.edu.au
