Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)

Mechanical engineers work to improve the design, safety and energy efficiency of the machines that support industry and society - machines such as CD players, air conditioners, wheelchairs, cars, lifts and aircraft. It is perhaps the broadest of all engineering disciplines and allows students to choose from the widest possible range of specialisations.

Students are given the skills required to analyse and design solutions for a diverse range of engineering problems. Major studies include advanced materials and manufacturing, aeronautics, bulk solids handling, design, engineering management and renewable energy. Students will have the opportunity to undertake an industry-related project in their final year of study and must also complete 12 weeks of industrial experience throughout the program.

Mechanical engineering graduates are needed by consultancies, private industries, or government agencies in the areas of power generation, mining, mineral processing, metal and materials production, transport, air conditioning and refrigeration, defence, materials

handling and manufacturing. Typical professional mechanical engineering positions include engineering design, construction and commissioning of mechanical systems, management of operating plant and projects, and supervision and maintenance of manufacturing processes and automated systems.

Current Australian Year 12 Students:

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

Non school leavers and previous Australian Year 12 students:

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on:

• Previous Year 12 studies and/or
• Higher education, tertiary, post-secondary qualifications and/or
• Overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications.

International Students

International students currently undertaking:

• an Australian Year 12 in Australia
• an Australian Year 12 outside Australia
• an International Baccalaureat (IB) in Australia

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

All other international students:

Apply direct to International Admissions. Entry based on overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications, as well as satisfying English language requirement.

There are no prerequisite courses but it is assumed that students will have studied Mathematics (Band 5) or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E1 or above) or equivalent. Study of one science-related subject would also be an advantage. Applicants who have achieved less than Mathematics Band 5 or have not completed a science related subject may be admitted to the program but may need additional study and/or assistance to successfully complete the requirements of the program

HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E1 or above) or equivalent.

Credit transfer agreements with TAFE NSW and other education providers are under continuous negotiation. For more information about articulation arrangements please see the University's website, at www.newcastle.edu.au/credit/

Honours are embedded in the BE and based on outstanding performance throughout the duration of the program. Honours grades in the Bachelor of Engineering degree will normally be awarded by Faculty Board on the basis of a graduating student's performance in the program as a whole, as measured by the WAM according to the following schedule:

Minimum WAM = Honours

77 = Class I

72 = Class II Division 1

67 = Class II Division 2

50-66 = Pass Degree

A Head of School may recommend to Faculty Board that a grade of Honours be awarded to a student who has achieved a WAM of other than indicated above or that Honours not be awarded to a particular student. In such a case Faculty Board may either make an award of Honours in accordance with the recommendation of the Head of School or in accordance with the schedule detailed above.

Requirements for qualification for the award of the Bachelor of Engineering include completion of at least 12 weeks of industrial experience of a nature acceptable to the Faculty Board. Students are encouraged to obtain and to report on a substantial block of this experience at one time but several shorter periods not less than 2 weeks duration will be accepted.

Further information is available at: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/faculty/engineering/for-students/industrial-experience/

This degree program is accredited by Engineers Australia, the Professional Engineers Board, Singapore, and other affiliated international organisations.

Standard University policy for entry.

Students who have impaired function in their hands or arms, or a visual impairment will have difficulty pursuing this program. It is highly advisable for any prospective student with such a disability to contact the Faculty to discuss the issue.

The Faculty accepts responsibility, in liaison with the student Support Unit, for providing reasonable accommodations to allow students with disabilities to complete the program.

Mechanical Engineering is perhaps the broadest of all engineering disciplines. It is concerned with the design, manufacture, operation and maintenance of mechanical devices, equipment and systems.

The mechanical program offers a sound introduction to the fundamental principles of engineering science and practice. However, because of the diversity within mechanical engineering, students study a wide range of materials and can specialise in chosen subject areas.

Concentration on underlying principles and development of learning ability prepares graduates for varying careers where they can continue to expand their skills.

The mechanical engineering program is a 4 year program comprising 320 units in which students are given the skills required to analyse and design solutions for a diverse range of engineering problems.

Throughout the program, theoretical studies are complemented by practical laboratory and field exercises.

This degree program is available at Callaghan Campus, however students do have the option of undertaking their first year at Ourimbah Campus, (with the remaining three years to be undertaken at Callaghan Campus). This program is also available at UoN Singapore.

Students wishing to undertake the program on a part-time basis are advised to contact the Program Convenor for advice on optimum selection of courses for part-time enrolment.

As programs are regularly reviewed and updated some students may experience changes to their program of study during the course of their enrolment, and which may require transition arrangements. Students affected by changes to the program or experiencing transition problems are advised to check existing transition arrangements at http://www.newcastle.edu.au/Resources/Faculties/Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment/PDFs/Transition_Arrangements/Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical).pdf and to also consult with their Program Convenor or Student Hub for further information.