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class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview Mechanical engineering involves the planning, design and development of machinery, solving problems and improving the machines used in everyday life. #5 in Australia and top #105 universities globally for Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering*
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
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Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Your career as a mechanical engineer As a mechanical engineer, your creativity and technical skills will be in high demand across many industries, managing and maintaining existing technologies and developing new ones. This RMIT bachelor of mechanical engineering will prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities in Australia and overseas. Mechanical engineers perform critical roles in areas as diverse as transport, power generation, mining, material processing, manufacturing, and air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. There are many job opportunities for mechanical engineers. Examples include: the design, manufacture and testing of motor vehicles the design, specification and installation of large air conditioning systems the design of materials handling systems in the packaging and mining industries power generation and renewable power sources construction and maintenance in the petrochemical industry the design of trains and trams computerised control in the pharmaceutical industry the aeronautical industry the implementation of new manufacturing methods in the electronics industry the development of engineering computer software research and development in industry and other technical institutions technical sales in the marketing divisions of engineering companies engineering management in large and small organisations. Mechanical engineers are problem solvers with abilities that also make them suitable for many jobs outside the engineering discipline requiring skills in numeracy, creativity and analytical thinking. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation The Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia . Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord . This means that the degree is internationally recognised, and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) are eligible for graduate and/or professional membership of Engineers Australia . <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Common Questions
Yes. The Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)/Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia, which is a signatory to the Washington Accord, meaning the degree is internationally recognised and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world. Graduates are also eligible for graduate and/or professional membership of Engineers Australia, and may be eligible to become members of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) and the International Interaction Design Association (IxDA).
In the first two years, you'll study basic mechanical engineering and industrial design courses, including the fundamentals of engineering sciences, mathematics, engineering design, and engineering professional practice. These are aimed at developing competence in essential analytical problem-solving skills and design capabilities. You'll also gain a basic understanding of the methods and nature of the designed form, and learn about the socio-cultural factors of design and designing. All engineering students will also study an Introduction to Engineering course, incorporating a humanitarian-focused Engineers Without Borders Challenge.
In the final years (Years 3, 4 and 5), specialist mechanical engineering elective courses are offered in various streams of expertise. You'll be provided with the challenge of defining and demonstrating an area of professional engagement through a year-long, research-led and industry-engaged design project. Your final-year (capstone) project will develop and reinforce the skills and knowledge you need — as defined by Engineers Australia — to commence your professional engineering career. You may also have the opportunity to present your project at EnGenius, an end of year student showcase event.
Yes. RMIT offers a range of opportunities for students to study abroad through overseas work, exchange and study experiences with over 165 partner universities worldwide.
This program is taught predominantly at the City campus. Students may have to travel to the Brunswick or Bundoora campuses for laboratory, WIL (work-integrated learning) and/or capstone project work.
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