Mechanical Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering Technology

What do food processing, plastics manufacturing, metal machining and mechanical design have in common? They’re all career options for skilled mechanical engineering technologists.

Mechanical engineers use physics and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems; constantly innovating to enhance performance, efficiency and safety in anything from home appliances to transportation.

The Mechanical Engineering major in the Bachelor of Engineering Technology prepares you for careers as an engineering technologist in mechanical engineering, and production or manufacturing engineering.

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As a mechanical engineering student, you’ll develop the skills to maintain, develop and design different aspects of modern mechanical technology.

You also need to complete a minimum of 600 hours of planned supervised work placement to graduate. This experience exposes you to common engineering industry practices and helps you gain knowledge of engineering procedures, engineering responsibilities, and health and safety practices.

Specialisation project

All students need to complete an industry-based project in their third year, which is completed over two semesters. This supervised project helps you develop new skills which include theoretical/practical design and production techniques. Students work as individuals or as part of a team on projects related to their major. During the project, you critically reflect on the relationship between your academic studies and engineering workplace practice, test theories and identify gaps in your knowledge to enhance your understanding of practical engineering matters.

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  • Maintenance engineer
  • Mechanical design engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Product development engineer
  • Production/manufacturing engineer
  • Project management
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Key features
  • Prepares you for careers in mechanical, production or manufacturing engineering
  • Emphasis on sustainability and relevant skills for your career
  • Access to high-end facilities
  • Real-life experience working on an industry-based project
See yourself as
  • Able to work well independently and in a team
  • Accurate, with an eye for detail
  • A creative and practical problem-solver
  • A leader

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