Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00122A
In this advanced diploma, youll gain the theoretical and practical skills to work as a technical officer or engineering supervisor in the mechanical and manufacturing industries.
Structure
The advanced diploma covers engineering skills including drafting, computer-aided drafting, and use of hand and power tools, machining and manufacturing processes.Youll learn skills in basic machining operations and fabrication tasks, as well as how to select, set up, and use a range of test equipment.Youll also be introduced to engineering mathematics, scientific principles, and materials engineering. You may also learn to apply computer-aided manufacturing processes and programming.Specialist areas include:3D computer-aided drafting and solid modellingadvanced statics and dynamicsdesign of machinerymetrologyproject and quality managementstrength of materialsthermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
Subjects
- OFFC5369C Interact with computing technology (MEM16008)
- EMPL6010C Organise and communicate information (MEM16006)
- MATH5357C Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment (MEM30012)
- PROC5280C Select common engineering materials (MEM30007)
- BUSM6689C Manage self in the engineering environment (MEM22002)
- EASC5074C Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices (MSMENV272)
- EMPL6012C Perform engineering activities (MEM22001)
- MATH5361C Calculate force systems within simple beam structures (MEM30005)
- MATH5362C Calculate stresses in simple structures (MEM30006)
- OENG5512C Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3D models (MEM30033)
- OENG5513C Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements (MEM30031)
- OENG5514C Produce basic engineering drawings (MEM30032)
- OENG5515C Prepare mechanical models for computer-aided engineering (CAE) (MEM09155)
- MATH5363C Apply calculus to engineering tasks (MEM23007)
- MIET6362C Apply engineering mechanics principles (MEM23109)
- MIET6363C Apply mechanical engineering analysis techniques (MEM14085)
- MIET6364C Integrate mechanical fundamentals into an engineering task (MEM14089)
- MANU6172C Undertake basic process planning (MEM14002)
- MATH5359C Apply technical mathematics (MEM23004)
- MANU6173C Operate and program computers and/or controllers in engineering situations (MEM23003)
- MIET6365C Evaluate hydrodynamic systems and system components (MEM23113)
- MIET6366C Evaluate thermodynamic systems and components (MEM23114)
- MANU6174C Select mechanical machine and equipment components (MEM23120)
- MANU6175C Analyse loads on frames and mechanisms (MEM23121)
- MIET6367C Apply fluid and thermodynamics principles in engineering (MEM23006)
- MIET6368C Use workshop equipment and processes to complete an engineering project (MEM30029)
- EMPL6008C Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering (MEM13015)
- BUSM6690C Apply systems engineering procedures to engineering design project management (MEM234038)
- EEET7596C Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications (UEECS0032)
- PROC5281C Apply materials selection analysis techniques (MEM48030)
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Melbourne City | International: $43,000 | No |
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