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CC31 - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Overview

Compulsory Residential School

Some units in this course require you to attend a compulsory Residential School or Work Integrated Learning. Please see Course Features in the Getting Started tab for further information.

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a strong focus on learning in context so you will apply theory to authentic scenarios throughout your course.

In your first year, you will develop skills in problem-solving, teamwork and professional practice together with learning foundation technical content. In Term 2 of Year 1, you will undertake an authentic industry project with work-integrated learning. By the end of first year, you will have experienced engineering projects from different disciplines which will assist you to decide which engineering discipline you wish to pursue: civil, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics or mining.

Second year is all about gaining in-depth discipline-specific knowledge and skills. Your exposure to projects will continue, which will give you opportunities to apply the theoretical knowledge you have gained to deliver tangible engineering outcomes. 

In the third and fourth years of your course, you will develop a deeper understanding of the foundation knowledge that you gained in first and second year. In some units, you will explore specific aspects of your discipline. You will also complete 3 project units where you will work on authentic projects, sometimes with an industry mentor. In the civil, electrical and mechanical majors, you will have the opportunity to choose electives that will enhance your career prospects in your chosen field. Finally, you will complete a major individual project to confirm your ability to work as a professional engineer.

This course is available in on-campus and mixed mode, giving you the flexibility to study even if working or living in a remote location.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) may also be used as an alternative entry pathway to Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) for students who do not meet the entry requirements for that course.

Career Information

As a professional engineer, you will create change by developing new technologies and solutions to improve working and living standards for the community while protecting the environment. Professional engineers engage with people from all sections of society. They must listen to societal needs and apply their knowledge of science, technology, mathematics, and engineering standards to design, prototype, implement, operate and maintain solutions to complex problems.

Civil engineers are typically involved in planning, designing and maintaining physical infrastructure systems, including the construction of buildings and bridges, transport and water resource systems, sewage and industrial waste systems, harbours and railways.

Electrical engineers are typically involved in designing, developing and maintaining electrical power and energy systems, including electricity generation and distribution, telecommunications, instrumentation and control, microprocessors and electronics.

Mechanical engineers are typically involved in planning, designing, installing, maintaining and operating machines, thermodynamic and combustion systems, fluid systems, materials handling systems, manufacturing equipment and process plant.

Resource Systems engineers are typically involved with designing, planning and operating mines and mineral and coal processing plants. They specialise in applying contemporary technologies to increase productivity, sustainability and safety of resource industry (mining and mineral processing) operations. In addition, they will work closely with Civil, Electrical and Mechanical engineers to maintain complex facilities.

Course Details
Duration 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time
Credit Points that Must be Earned 192
Number of Units Required CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24).
Expected Hours of Study One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term.
Course Type Undergraduate Award
Qualification (post nominal) BEng (Hons)
AQF Level Level 8: Bachelor Honours Degree
Course Fees
Indicative Year - 2025
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $8,718
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $28,827
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $20,760
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $39,120
Indicative Year - 2024
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $8,382
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $25,408.5
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,510
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $36,900
Indicative Year - 2023
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,300
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $36,600
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,586
Indicative Year - 2022
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,013
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $36,120
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,030

Admission Codes

Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.

Domestic Availability

Term 2 - 2026

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2026

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2025

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2025

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2024

Students commencing in Term 2 must have advanced standing for Mathematics demonstrated by thorough knowledge of Mathematical Methods. Addressing mathematics knowledge deficits is not possible as the bridging Foundation Mathematics unit is unavailable in Term 2.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2024

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2023

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2023

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2022

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay campus and by Mixed Mode (Online). The Resource Systems major is only available at Mackay (domestic only) and Rockhampton, and by Mixed Mode. Please see 'More Details' page for further information.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2022

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay campus and by Mixed Mode (Online). The Resource Systems major is only available at Mackay (domestic only) and Rockhampton, and by Mixed Mode. Please see 'More Details' page for further information.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2021

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2021

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2020

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay Campus and in Mixed Mode (Online). Please see the More Details section of the handbook for further information.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2020

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay Campus and in Mixed Mode (Online). Please see the More Details section of the handbook for further information.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2018

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2017

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2016

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2015

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some courses in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton
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International Availability

Term 2 - 2026

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2026

Cairns
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2025

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2025

Online

Term 2 - 2024

Students commencing in Term 2 must have advanced standing for Mathematics demonstrated by thorough knowledge of Mathematical Methods. Addressing mathematics knowledge deficits is not possible as the bridging Foundation Mathematics unit is unavailable in Term 2.
Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2024

Cairns
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2023

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2023

Cairns
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2022

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay campus and by Mixed Mode (Online). The Resource Systems major is only available at Mackay (domestic only) and Rockhampton, and by Mixed Mode. Please see 'More Details' page for further information.
Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2022

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay campus and by Mixed Mode (Online). The Resource Systems major is only available at Mackay (domestic only) and Rockhampton, and by Mixed Mode. Please see 'More Details' page for further information.
Cairns
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2021

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2021

Cairns
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2020

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay Campus and in Mixed Mode (Online). Please see the More Details section of the handbook for further information.
Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2020

The Mechatronics major is only available at the Mackay Campus and in Mixed Mode (Online). Please see the More Details section of the handbook for further information.
Cairns
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2018

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Bundaberg
Cairns
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2017

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2016

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some units in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2015

Term 2 intake is only available for students with advanced standing. Students must hold a Diploma or above in an Engineering related field or have successfully completed at least some courses in an engineering degree to be eligible. Students entering with advanced standing may have a reduced study load in some terms depending on the credit given for previous study.
Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton
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Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
Rank Threshold SR 69 | ATAR 69
Academic Requirements

Domestic students

Prerequisite study: English (4, SA), Mathematics B (4, SA)

Note:

Students should have a mathematical knowledge equal to a passing grade in Queensland Mathematics B or an interstate or TAFE equivalent. Prospective students who do not believe they can meet this requirement should contact CQUniversity to discuss available bridging courses.


If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

 

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:

·         a secondary qualification (Year 11 or 12, or equivalent), or

·         bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full-time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

 

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below.

  •     An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 6.0 for Reading and Writing and 6.0 for Speaking and Listening, or
  •     An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

 

Each student will be assessed individually.

Assumed Knowledge

Recommended study: Physics, Graphics, Mathematics C

Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Course Features

Awards and Accreditation

Interim Awards Not applicable
Exit Awards CL42 - Diploma of Engineering Studies
Accreditation
  • Professional Practice: Civil and Humanitarian Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian
  • Professional Practice: Resource Systems Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian
  • Learned Society: Mining Major
    Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

    Not applicable.

  • Professional Practice: Mechatronics Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian
  • Professional Practice: Mechanical Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian
  • Professional Practice: Electrical Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian
  • Professional Practice: Civil Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC31 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course is fully accredited* by Engineers Australia.

    Graduates are recognised as professional engineers and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.

    *The following recently introduced majors have provisional accreditation until there are sufficient graduates for them to be reviewed by EA:

    • Electrical with Data Analytics
    • Electrical with Information Processing
    • Resource Systems
    • Civil with Humanitarian

Residential School Requirements

Compulsory Residential School All units in this course are offered in distance mode. Some units will have a compulsory Residential Schools for distance students. These Residential Schools give students an opportunity to develop and demonstrate practical skills. The Engineers Australia accreditation guidelines recommend minimum of 40 days of on-campus experience for a professional engineering course offered in distance mode.
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Practicum/Work Placement

- There is a requirement for 12 weeks of industry experience prior to graduation. Students must submit a formal report as per the Engineering Practice document including verification of the type of work undertaken. This is in accordance with current recommendations of the accrediting body, Engineers Australia.

Previous and Current Enrolments

Year Number of Students
2024 335
2023 296
2022 298
2021 352
2020 343
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.

Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.

If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.

Ethical Behaviour

Examples are:

  • Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
  • Using your knowledge and skills for the benefit of the community to create engineering solutions for a sustainable future, in accordance with the Engineers Australia Code of Ethics. In doing so, you will strive to serve the community ahead of other personal or sectarian interests.
  • Demonstrating integrity, scientific and technical competence, exude leadership qualities and promote sustainability, in the course of your engineering practice.
Behavioural Stability

Examples are:

  • Being reflective with personal behaviours in relation to professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive supervisor/lecturer feedback or criticism.
  • Interacting with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures in a calm and composed manner in difficult to deal with situations.
  • Approaching difficult situations with diplomacy and refraining from using inappropriate words/actions either verbally or in written communication.
  • Accepting that engineering practice is a human-centric activity and that you must therefore, develop your ability to work well with others.
  • Having the desire to solve problems in order to improve the standard of living of the people in the community.
Legal Compliance

Examples are:

  • Understanding and complying with all relevant policies and procedures applicable in engineering practice.
  • Complying with rules and regulations that apply in your practice location.
  • Recognising and positively responding to any legal compliance issues that arise and bringing them to the attention of the appropriate stakeholders. 
Communication Skills (Verbal, Non-verbal, Written and Technology)

Examples are:

  • Verbally communicating in the English language with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
  • Listening to other's point of view and actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
  • Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual, group or workplace.
  • Establishing rapport with clients from differing socio-cultural environments in the delivery of engineering projects and responding appropriately to clients, supervisors and other professionals.
  • Using appropriate facial expressions: eye contact, being mindful of space, time boundaries, a range of body movements and gestures.
  • Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of others and responding appropriately during activities related to the course, as well as in the engineering practice environment.
  • Competently and appropriately constructing written assessment work in a logical, coherent manner, and with correct grammar and punctuation to the required academic standards.
  • Expressing complex and detailed information and knowledge into a logical and legible report, in a timely manner that meets professional standards and clearly communicates the intended message.
  • Accurately conveying and documenting information in a written form that meets legal and engineering requirements.
  • Accessing a computer for your studies and possessing basic computer knowledge and skills to engage in the online learning environment that may include completing relevant online assessments and participating in online forums or responding to emails.
  • Regularly accessing the Internet for research, and email for communication with peers and lecturers.
  • Being adept and proficient in the use of discipline-specific computer systems and being able to analyse, manipulate and display scientific information.
  • Presenting in front of a range of stakeholders including fellow students, academics, and industry representatives
Cognitive Abilities (Knowledge and Cognitive Skills, Literacy and Numeracy)

Examples are:

  • Conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
  • Applying theoretical knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in engineering practice.
  • Discerning the wide variety of socio-economic environments that engineering practice takes place in, and provide effective professional solutions to stakeholders.
  • Competently reading, writing and accurately interpreting information to convey language effectively in engineering projects and services.
  • Producing accurate, concise and clear engineering documentation which meets legal requirements.
  • Retrieving correct information from appropriates sources, processing it and converting it into simpler terms if required.
  • Demonstrating competency in applying appropriate mathematical knowledge and skills to make calculations that represent an engineering system.
  • Demonstrating effective use of numeracy skills to make accurate interpretations of engineering system response data.
  • Applying numeracy skills to interpret and solve problems in a range of engineering projects and services.
Sensory Abilities (Visual, Auditory, Tactile)

Examples are:

  • Accurately using instruments for measurements.
  • Observing and detecting subtle changes in responses to engineering systems using instrumentation.
  • Having sufficient auditory ability to be capable of hearing warnings when on site.
  • Interacting effectively with stakeholders including clients, members of the community, tradespeople and other members of the engineering team.
  • Climbing a ladder or steep stairs, walking along scaffolding and traversing a construction site.
Relational Skills

Examples are:

  • Patience - is valuable when it comes to dealing with picky or difficult clients, complex long-term projects or colleagues who are slow and hard to keep on task.
  • Trustworthiness - an invaluable asset to employers, who not only feel comfortable with the individual’s honesty and ethical values, but believe they will do what they say when they say they will do it.
  • Reliability - is an important relational skill in every profession, whether it relates to showing up for work on time, performing duties as assigned, or meeting crucial deadlines.
  • Empathy - being able to consistently look at and understand the perspective of others is a relational skill that’s highly valued in the customer service arena.
  • Influence - Having the ability to effectively persuade and influence others is a valuable relational workplace skill. An influential employee is typically intuitive and able to read people, which is an asset in many professional venues.
Reflective Skills

Examples are:

  • Read - around the topics you are learning about or want to learn about and develop.
  • Ask - others about the way they do things and why.
  • Watch - what is going on around you.
  • Feel - pay attention to your emotions, what prompts them, and how you deal with negative ones.
  • Talk - share your views and experiences with others.
  • Think - learn to value time spent thinking about your work.
Sustainable Performance

Examples are:

  • Actively participating in activities related to the course and professional experience.
  • Performing with the required physical and mental energy and endurance in performing engineering skills and services during set time frames.
  • Showing persistence when learning a new concept - seeing it as a challenge to be solved rather than an insurmountable obstacle.
Strength and Mobility (Gross Motor Skills and Fine Motor Skills)

Examples are:

  • Conducting repairs to engineering systems.
  • Transporting field equipment during the data collection phase of engineering projects.
  • Traversing uneven ground on construction sites.
  • Manipulating instruments in tests and measurements.
  • Using knobs and dials in equipment used for field data collection.
Interpersonal Engagement

Examples are:

  • Communicating respectfully with a multitude of community, government and industry stakeholders.
  • Creating and sustaining professional relationships.
  • Considering the views of different stakeholders in decision making. 
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Abilities
Examples are:
 
 
  • Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
  • Competently using productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
  • Competently using the internet for a range of study and work-integrated learning activities.
  • Using associated electronic devices such as (but not limited to) digital scanners, copiers, cameras and video cameras, a tablet computer or a mobile phone for study activities.
  • Completely using video communication software such as Zoom and Skype.
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Civil Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Design and analyse complex structures that comply with relevant Australian Standards
  • 2. Analyse and design geotechnical engineering elements using fundamental concepts including soil classification and properties
  • 3. Analyse and design water resource infrastructure by applying hydraulics and hydrology concepts considering Australian Rainfall and Runoff standards
  • 4. Evaluate traffic data and road safety issues and apply relevant standards to design transportation infrastructure
  • 5. Apply mathematics, science and engineering skills to engineering disciplines
  • 6. Scope, research, plan, manage and successfully complete engineering projects autonomously or in teams
  • 7. Demonstrate professional skills for civil engineering graduates including effective management of risks, promoting sustainable and ethical practice, and disseminating outcomes through reports, presentations and technical drawings.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project
6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Electrical Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Analyse and solve complex electrical power systems problems associated with generation, transmission, distribution, protection and renewable energy integration
  • 2. Design and analyse complex industrial electrical machines and drive applications
  • 3. Analyse, design, implement and test instrumentation and control systems using industry standard software and hardware tools
  • 4. Design, analyse and implement complex circuits, embedded systems and industrial communication networks to provide solutions to industrial applications
  • 5. Apply mathematics, science and engineering skills to engineering disciplines
  • 6. Scope, research, plan, manage and successfully complete engineering projects autonomously or in teams
  • 7. Demonstrate professional skills for electrical engineering graduates including effective management of risks, promoting sustainable and ethical practice, and disseminating outcomes through reports, presentations and technical drawings.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project
6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Mechanical Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Apply mathematics, science and engineering skills to engineering disciplines
  • 2. Design and analyse machine components and systems by applying principles of materials, statics, stress analysis and machine design using relevant design standards and codes
  • 3. Apply dynamic modelling, control and simulation methods to design machine components and systems
  • 4. Design and analyse energy generation and energy conversion systems through the application of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles
  • 5. Design and model fluid machinery by applying fluid mechanics and hydraulics principles
  • 6. Scope, research, plan, manage and successfully complete engineering projects autonomously and as part of teams
  • 7. Demonstrate professional skills for mechanical engineering graduates including effective management of risks, promoting sustainable and ethical practice, and disseminating outcomes through reports, presentations and technical drawings.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project
6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Mechatronics Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Solve authentic problems through analyses, design and programming of robotic systems
  • 2. Analyse, design and build instrumentation and automated control systems to meet desired industrial needs within realistic constraints
  • 3. Analyse complex scenarios and design mechatronics solutions using appropriate industry standard software, hardware and embedded-systems development tools
  • 4. Analyse mechatronics systems including parasitics and uncertainties by applying the principles of mechanical engineering design
  • 5. Apply mathematics, science and engineering skills to engineering disciplines
  • 6. Scope, research, plan, manage and successfully complete engineering projects autonomously or in teams
  • 7. Demonstrate professional skills for mechatronics engineering graduates including effective management of risks, promoting sustainable and ethical practice, and disseminating outcomes through reports, presentations and technical drawings.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project
6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Mining Learning Outcomes
  • 1. This is not a complete course so it has no Course Learning Outcomes. Students do not graduate from this course but transfer to the University of Queensland course.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1
1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project
6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Course Structure

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the core structure
  2. Complete 1 major
Number of units: 7 Total credit points: 48

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the Core Structure
  2. Complete 1 Major

The More Details tab has a link to the Course Planners for this course.

Note that full-time students generally enrol in 24cp per term and part-time students (working more than 20 hours a week) generally enrol in a half-load i.e. 12cp per term.

If you are enrolled in civil, electrical or mechanical majors your Course Planner includes the MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics unit. You can opt out of the MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics unit and complete an elective instead after successfully completing a mathematic self-diagnostics test. See More Details tab for how to access the diagnostic test and alternative pathways for completing the first year mathematics units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG11005 Introduction to Contemporary Engineering
MATH11218 Applied Mathematics
ENEG11006 Engineering Statics
ENEG11007 Engineering Industry Project Investigation
ENEG11008 Materials for Engineers
MATH11219 Applied Calculus
ENEG11009 Fundamentals of Sustainable Energy
Number of units: 20 Total credit points: 144

In the civil major, you will study the following intermediate units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
ENEC12009 Engineering Surveying and Spatial Sciences
ENEC12010 Hydraulics and Hydrology
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
MATH12225 Applied Computational Modelling
ENEC12008 Geotechnical Engineering
ENEC12011 Transport Systems
ENEC12012 Stress Analysis

You will study the following advanced units.

Please note that ENEC14014, ENEC14016 and ENEC14017 are double credit-point (12cp) units intended to provide an authentic project experience.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEC13015 Steel and Timber Design
ENEC13017 Advanced Structural Analysis
ENEC13016 Concrete Technology and Design
ENEC13014 Water Supply and Wastewater Technology
ENEC14014 Structural and Geotechnical Design
ENEC14016 Traffic and Transportation Engineering
ENEC14017 Water Resources Engineering

Electives

In addition to the units listed above, there are two elective slots in the civil major. One of your electives must be a professional practice elective.

If you opt out of the MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics unit you are required to complete an additional 6cp elective.

There is a pre-approved set of electives listed in the Course Planner (the link is in the More Details tab).  Should you wish to complete an elective not on the pre-approved list, contact your Course Adviser to discuss.

Capstone Project

At the end of your course, you will complete a final year engineering project over 2 terms. The final year engineering project confirms your ability to work as a professional engineer.

Please see More Details section for information on enrolling into the final year project units ENEG14003 and ENEG14005.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG14003 Engineering Honours Project Planning
ENEG14005 Engineering Honours Project Implementation
Number of units: 20 Total credit points: 144

In the electrical major, you will study the following intermediate units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
ENEE12014 Electrical Circuit Analysis
MATH12225 Applied Computational Modelling
ENEE12015 Electrical Power Engineering
ENEE12016 Signals and Systems
ENEE13018 Analogue Electronics
ENEE13020 Digital Electronics

You will study the following advanced units.

Please note that ENEE14005, ENEE14006 and ENEE14007 are double credit-point (12cp) units intended to provide an authentic project experience.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEE13016 Power System Protection
ENEE13019 Control Systems Analysis and Design
ENEE13021 Power System Analysis and Design
ENEE13022 Communication Technology
ENEE14005 Capstone Power and Control Design
ENEE14006 Embedded Microcontrollers
ENEE14007 Electrical Machines and Drives Applications

Electives

In addition to the units listed above, there are two elective slots in the electrical major. One of your electives must be a professional practice elective.

If you opt out of the MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics unit you are required to complete an additional 6cp elective.

There is a pre-approved set of electives listed in the Course Planner (the link is in the More Details tab).  Should you wish to complete an elective not on the pre-approved list, contact your Course Adviser to discuss.

Capstone Project

At the end of your course, you will complete a final year engineering project over 2 terms. The final year engineering project confirms your ability to work as a professional engineer.

Please see More Details section for information on enrolling into the final year project units ENEG14003 and ENEG14005.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG14003 Engineering Honours Project Planning
ENEG14005 Engineering Honours Project Implementation
Number of units: 20 Total credit points: 144

In the mechanical major, you will study the following intermediate units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
ENEM12006 Fluid Mechanics
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
MATH12225 Applied Computational Modelling
ENEM12009 Structural Mechanics
ENEM12010 Engineering Dynamics
ENEM13014 Thermodynamics
ENEM13018 Materials and Manufacturing

You will study the following advanced units.

Please note that ENEM14014, ENEM14015 and ENEM14016 are double credit-point (12cp) units intended to provide an authentic project experience.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEM13012 Maintenance Engineering
ENEM12008 Solid Materials Handling
ENEM14014 Capstone Thermofluid Engineering
ENEM14015 Dynamic System Modelling and Control
ENEM14016 Fluid Machinery
ENEM13015 Design of Machine Elements
ENEM14011 Energy Conversion

Electives

In addition to the units listed above, there are two elective slots in the mechanical major. One of your electives must be a professional practice elective.

If you opt out of the MATH11247 Foundation Mathematics unit you are required to complete an additional 6cp elective.

There is a pre-approved set of electives listed in the Course Planner (the link is in the More Details tab).  Should you wish to complete an elective not on the pre-approved list, contact your Course Adviser to discuss.

Capstone Project

At the end of your course, you will complete a final year engineering project over 2 terms. The final year engineering project confirms your ability to work as a professional engineer.

Please see More Details section for information on enrolling into the final year project units ENEG14003 and ENEG14005.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG14003 Engineering Honours Project Planning
ENEG14005 Engineering Honours Project Implementation

Mechatronics Major

Number of units: 21 Total credit points: 144

In the mechatronics major, you will study the following intermediate units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
ENEE12014 Electrical Circuit Analysis
ENEM12010 Engineering Dynamics
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
MATH12225 Applied Computational Modelling
ENEX12002 Introductory Electronics
ENEE12016 Signals and Systems
ENEX12001 Electrical Power and Machines
ENEM12009 Structural Mechanics

You will study the following advanced units.

Please note that ENEX14001 Mechatronics Systems Design and ENEE14006 Embedded Microcontrollers are double credit-point (12cp) units intended to provide an authentic project experience.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEX13001 Industrial Control and Automation
ENEX13002 Power Electronics
ENEX13003 Mechanical Design Practice
ENEX13004 Robotics and Autonomous Systems
ENEE13019 Control Systems Analysis and Design
ENEX13005 Machine Design and Vibrations
ENEX13006 Thermofluids Theory and Applications
ENEE14006 Embedded Microcontrollers
ENEX14001 Mechatronics Systems Design

Professional Practice Elective

In addition to the units listed above, there is one elective slot in the mechatronics major for a professional practice elective.

Available units
Students may choose to do any of the following:
ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation
ENEP12007 Engineering Business Fundamentals
ENEP12008 Engineering Leadership

Capstone Project

At the end of your course, you will complete a final year engineering project over 2 terms. The final year engineering project confirms your ability to work as a professional engineer.

Please see More Details section for information on enrolling into the final year project units ENEG14003 and ENEG14005.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG14003 Engineering Honours Project Planning
ENEG14005 Engineering Honours Project Implementation
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

After successfully completing the first two years of study at CQUniversity completing the Core units and the units listed below, students then enrol and transfer their unit credits via QTAC to the University of Queensland where they complete their final two years of study in mining engineering. Under the CQUni - UQ partnership, the mining specialisation is unable to accept international students through CRICOS.

Please note: Mining students need to apply directly to QTAC for third-year entry and credit towards a University of Queensland mining engineering degree. The University of Queensland does not offer its units in distance mode so students beginning this major will need to be physically located in Brisbane for the final two years of their study.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
ENEM12006 Fluid Mechanics
STAT11048 Essential Statistics
ENEM12010 Engineering Dynamics
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
ENAR12014 Introduction to Mining Technology
ENAR12013 Mine Planning and Design
ENEC12008 Geotechnical Engineering
More Details

Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle

All students should regularly check the Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle for the latest information, including key staff contacts, intensive class schedules, student mobility and exchange opportunities, cadetships and scholarships, social events and student societies, and final-year project advice.

Course Planners

Course planners are online for each major, full-time or part-time study option, and commencing term. Students are also encouraged to create a personalised planner if obtaining credit, advance standing or studying at an alternate pace. The Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle includes instructions for obtaining your personalised course planner.

Mobility and Exchange

This course supports overseas study through a short-term mobility practicum as part of the elective ENEG13001 Humanitarian Engineering Project or a semester exchange experience at an approved overseas institution. The Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle includes current mobility and exchange programs, application instructions and staff contacts for inquiries.

Cadetships

Flexible and online course delivery options provide support for working students. The CQUniversity Engineering Cadetship model allows students to enter the engineering workforce from their first year of study. Cadets can extend their learning by directly applying new knowledge to workplace scenarios and learning from working with engineers and associates. All cadets are paid, and many are also offered full sponsorship of course tuition fees. Cadetship opportunities are posted on the CQUniversity Engineering Cadetships Website.

Course Articulation

The undergraduate engineering courses include a common foundation year, allowing students to articulate between courses with minimal or no additional study should their circumstances or career aspirations change. Students may also change their major during their first year of study. The Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle contains instructions and staff contacts for inquiries.

High School Course Pathways

Students can consider taking any of the several pathways designed to ease their transition into the course. Pathways for high school graduates commence in Year 11 and include reduced mathematics units to study by completing Mathematical Methods, early study of engineering units while at high school through CQUniversity’s Start Uni Now (SUN) program, and credit for other units by completing Engineering General and/or Design General with extra-curricular activities if supported at high school. Prospective students can request further information on engineering course pathways by emailing our college professional team SETAdmin@cqu.edu.au).

Mature-age Course Pathways

Mature-age students who do not meet the course entry requirements should contact our college professional team (SETAdmin@cqu.edu.au) to explore alternate pathways before committing to CQUniversity’s Skills for Tertiary Education Preparation Studies (STEPS) program.

Honours

Honours Class is determined by the grade point average (GPA) of the first attempts of the four capstone units, excluding ENEG14003 Engineering Honours Project Planning. Capstone units have the numerical code 14### and a weight of 12 credits. The Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle lists capstone units for all majors. Students must also achieve an overall GPA of at least 5.00 to be eligible for Honours. Failure to meet this GPA will prohibit awarding First or Second Class Honours, regardless of performance in the capstone units. The Third-Class Honours level is not offered for this course.

Engineering Professional Practice

This course includes mandatory professional practice, as explained in the handbook.