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CC32 - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering)

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) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) allows you to gain hands-on experience in a professional industry environment, being paid while you learn. The course has a strong focus on learning in context so you will apply taught theory to real world 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 second term you will undertake a real-world industry project with authentic work integrated learning. By the end of first year, you will have experienced many engineering projects which will assist you to decide which engineering discipline you wish to pursue: civil, electrical, mechanical or mechatronics.

Second year is all about expanding knowledge and skills in your discipline. Every unit you study will include a mini project and at least one unit each term will include a major project so that you are applying the theory you are learning. Should you decide during second year that you do not wish to complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering), you can choose to exit with an Associate Degree of Engineering in your chosen discipline by completing only a few additional units.

As early as the end of your second year of study, you will go on an industry placement where you will develop your skills and experience in professional engineering practice. Later in your course, you will complete a second placement, making a total of at least 48 weeks of paid industrial experience by the end of your course. The work placements give you the opportunity to earn while you learn, find out what engineering is really about, put the theory you have learnt into practice and develop an industry network.

In the upper levels 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 real-life projects, sometimes with an industry mentor. You will have the opportunity to choose an elective that will enhance your prospects in your chosen field. Finally, you will complete a major individual project to confirm your ability to work as a professional engineer.

This CQUniversity work-integrated-learning engineering course incorporates Project Based Learning, Co-operative Education and Professional Practice, providing learning in context and industry employment integrated in your study course. Teamwork and problem solving skills are learned alongside technical content in exciting real-world contexts.

You will graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) leading to qualification as a professional engineer and a Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) attesting to your advanced knowledge, skills and experience in professional engineering practice.

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 4.5 years full-time or 9 years part-time
Credit Points that Must be Earned 234
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 Double Degree
Qualification (post nominal) BEng (Hons)
AQF Level Level 8: Bachelor Honours Degree
Course Fees
Indicative Year - 2025
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $20,160
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $40,290
Indicative Year - 2024
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,819
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $25,269
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,510
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $37,230
Indicative Year - 2023
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,253
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,300
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $36,600
Indicative Year - 2022
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,013
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,030
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $36,120

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
International Students
CRICOS 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 1 - 2026

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2025

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2024

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2023

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 1 - 2021

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
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
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton
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International Availability

Term 1 - 2026

Cairns
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2025

Cairns

Term 1 - 2024

Cairns
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2023

Cairns
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.
Cairns
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2021

Cairns
Mackay
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.
Cairns
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Bundaberg
Cairns
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Bundaberg
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Bundaberg
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton
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For any problems regarding admissions availability for the selected course please contact 13 CQUni (13 27 86) or send us an email at http://contactus.cqu.edu.au/
Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
Rank Threshold SR 72 | ATAR 72
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 CQUni to discuss available bridging courses.

International students

Please visit www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information including English language requirements.

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 CC31 - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Exit Awards Not applicable
Accreditation

  • Professional Practice: Mechatronics Major
    Engineers Australia

    The CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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 CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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 CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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 CC32 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Co-op 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

ENEP11005 - 24 weeks industry placement
ENEP12006 - 24 weeks industry placement

Previous and Current Enrolments

Year Number of Students
2024 146
2023 137
2022 153
2021 167
2020 190
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.
  • Presenting in front of a range of audiences including academics, students and industry personnel.
  • 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 on-line learning environment that may include completing relevant on-line assessments and participating in on-line 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 be able to analyse, manipulate and display scientific information.
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. Apply comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and engineering fundamentals to the engineering discipline.
  • 2. Fluently apply conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
  • 3. Proficiently apply in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • 4. Discern knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
  • 5. Identify and appraise contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • 6. Explain the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
  • 7. Apply established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • 8. Fluently apply engineering techniques, tools and resources.
  • 9. Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
  • 10. Apply systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
  • 11. Distinguish and demonstrate ethical conduct and professional accountability.
  • 12. Communicate effectively in oral and written formats in professional and lay domains.
  • 13. Demonstrate creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
  • 14. Manage and use information in a professional manner.
  • 15. Exhibit orderly management of self and professional conduct.
  • 16. Demonstrates effective team membership and team leadership.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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. Apply comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and engineering fundamentals to the engineering discipline.
  • 2. Fluently apply conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
  • 3. Proficiently apply in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • 4. Discern knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
  • 5. Identify and appraise contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • 6. Explain the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
  • 7. Apply established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • 8. Fluently apply engineering techniques, tools and resources.
  • 9. Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
  • 10. Apply systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
  • 11. Distinguish and demonstrate ethical conduct and professional accountability.
  • 12. Communicate effectively in oral and written formats in professional and lay domains.
  • 13. Demonstrate creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
  • 14. Manage and use information in a professional manner.
  • 15. Exhibit orderly management of self and professional conduct.
  • 16. Demonstrates effective team membership and team leadership.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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 comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and engineering fundamentals to the engineering discipline.
  • 2. Fluently apply conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
  • 3. Proficiently apply in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • 4. Discern knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
  • 5. Identify and appraise contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • 6. Explain the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
  • 7. Apply established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • 8. Fluently apply engineering techniques, tools and resources.
  • 9. Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
  • 10. Apply systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
  • 11. Distinguish and demonstrate ethical conduct and professional accountability.
  • 12. Communicate effectively in oral and written formats in professional and lay domains.
  • 13. Demonstrate creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
  • 14. Manage and use information in a professional manner.
  • 15. Exhibit orderly management of self and professional conduct.
  • 16. Demonstrates effective team membership and team leadership.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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. Apply comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and engineering fundamentals to the engineering discipline.
  • 2. Fluently apply conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
  • 3. Proficiently apply in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • 4. Discern knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
  • 5. Identify and appraise contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • 6. Explain the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
  • 7. Apply established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • 8. Fluently apply engineering techniques, tools and resources.
  • 9. Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
  • 10. Apply systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
  • 11. Distinguish and demonstrate ethical conduct and professional accountability.
  • 12. Communicate effectively in oral and written formats in professional and lay domains.
  • 13. Demonstrate creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
  • 14. Manage and use information in a professional manner.
  • 15. Exhibit orderly management of self and professional conduct.
  • 16. Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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

Core Structure

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Number of units: 13 Total credit points: 96

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.

The units below are the Core Foundation units for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). You should complete these units first.

Fundamentals of Professional Engineering Practice is a double-unit (12uc) unit which assists your transition to university study. All other Core Foundation units are 6uc.

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

In addition to the core foundation units listed above, you must complete the following Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) units during your course.

If you are intending to go on placement at the end of your second year of study, you should enrol in ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation in Year 2 Term 2. As ENEP11007 is prerequisite to ENEP11006 Industry Practice 1, you will not be able to go on placement if you have not completed ENEP11007. Go to the More Details tab for a link to the Course Planners for this course .

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation
ENEP11006 Industry Practice 1
ENEP11010 Industry Practice Review
ENEP12007 Engineering Business Fundamentals
ENEP12010 Industry Practice 2
ENEP12008 Engineering Leadership

Civil Major

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Number of units: 19 Total credit points: 138

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

Note that if you are intending to go on placement at the end of your second year of study, you should enrol in ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation in Year 2 Term 2 in addition to the units below.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
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.

Note:

  • ENEC14014, ENEC14016 and ENEC14017 are double-unit (12uc) units intended to provide a real-life project experience.
  • You will need to arrange your study plan around your work placements. The Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) units are listed in the Core units. The link to the Course Planner for this major can be found under the More Details tab.

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

In addition to the units listed above, there are 2 elective slots in the civil major.

There is a pre-approved set of electives available 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 Advisor to discuss.

Finally, 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

Electrical Major

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Number of units: 19 Total credit points: 138

In the electrical major, after completing the core foundation units, you will study the following Level 2 units.

Note that if you are intending to go on placement at the end of your second year of study, you should enrol in ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation in Year 2 Term 2 in addition to the units below.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ENEG12007 Creative Engineering
ENEE12014 Electrical Circuit Analysis
MATH12222 Advanced Mathematical Applications
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.

Note:

  • ENEE14005, ENEE14006 and ENEE14007 are double-unit (12uc) units intended to provide a real-life project experience.
  • You will need to arrange your study plan around your work placements. The Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) units are listed in the Core units. The link to the Course Planner for this major can be found under the More Details tab.

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

In addition to the units listed above, there are 2 elective slots in the electrical major.

There is a pre-approved set of electives 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 Advisor to discuss.

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 projects units.

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

Mechanical Major

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Number of units: 19 Total credit points: 138

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

Note that if you are intending to go on placement at the end of your second year of study, you should enrol in ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation in Year 2 Term 2 in addition to the units below.

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

You will study the following advanced units.

Note:

  • ENEM14014, ENEM14015 and ENEM14016 are double-unit (12uc) units intended to provide a real-life project experience.
  • You will need to arrange your study plan around your work placements. The Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) units are listed in the Core units. The link to the Course Planner for this major can be found under the More Details tab.

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

In addition to the units listed above, there are 2 elective slots in the mechanical major.

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 Advisor to discuss.

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 the More Details section for information on enrolling into the final year project units.

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

Mechatronics Major

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Number of units: 20 Total credit points: 138

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

Note that if you are intending to go on placement at the end of your second year of study, you should enrol in ENEP11007 Engineering Employment Preparation in Year 2 Term 2 in addition to the units below.

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

You will study the following advanced units.

Note:

  • Mechatronics Systems Design and Embedded Microcontrollers are double-unit (12uc) units intended to provide a real-life project experience.
  • You will need to arrange your study plan around your work placements. The Diploma of Professional Practice (Co-op Engineering) units are listed in the Core units. The link to the Program Planner for this major can be found under the More Details tab.

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
ENEE13022 Communication Technology
ENEE14006 Embedded Microcontrollers
ENEX14001 Mechatronics Systems Design

In addition to the units listed above, there are 2 elective slots in the mechatronics major.

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 Advisor to discuss.

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 the More Details tab for information on enrolling into the final year project units.

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

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.