Course Overview

About This Course

Mechatronics engineering is a multidisciplinary program, where knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronic engineering are combined towards the development of intelligent machines and advanced manufacturing and processing systems. Whilst developing the strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities typical of any engineering program, this particular program is specifically tailored to Australia's resource-based and service industries. The course starts with a typical engineering science foundation in mathematics, mechanics, electrical engineering and computing, and then proceeds to cover major engineering topics, including digital electronics and microprocessor systems, advanced materials and manufacturing, and mechanical design. Mechatronics engineering gives a broader engineering coverage compared with standard mechanical or electrical engineering programs with the themes of automation, instrumentation, digital electronics, manufacturing, mechanical design, fluid mechanics and control systems. The program focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to professional engineering practice and along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem solving, team work and project development. As a result, as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, graduates will gain strong analytical skills, and have the ability to lead complex projects. Areas of study within the course include engineering mechanics, computer-aided design and manufacturing, analogue and digital electronics, signal analysis, electromechanical systems, industrial control, and robotics. The first year of this course includes a set of eight units that are common across all engineering honours courses. This allows students the opportunity to develop a better understanding of the various engineering disciplines on offer and the flexibility, if desired, to switch to another engineering discipline/course without penalty after the first year of study.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Joondalup Campus, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, WA

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered
And Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered
It is desirable that all applicants have Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered; students without Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR may need to take a bridging unit in the first year of their studies
Academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: AQF Diploma or equivalent; Undergraduate Certificate; Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test; University Preparation Course; or Indigenous University Orientation Course
Indicative ATAR: 80 (domestic students)
English Language requirements (Band 3) may be satisfied through: Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent; Special Tertiary Admissions Test; IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0); Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada; University Preparation Course; Indigenous University Orientation Course; AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page
Applications for this course are not accepted through ECU's Experience Based Entry Scheme

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Mechatronics engineers have diverse employment opportunities in most sectors of industry, including product design and development, manufacturing, mining and resource, process control and automation, public utilities, road and transport, defence, aerospace, and consulting. Possible future job titles include Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics Engineer, and Automation Engineer.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units36 units

ENS1154

Introduction to Engineering

ENS1115

Materials and Manufacturing 1

ENM1102

Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design

MAT1250

Mathematics 1

ENS1101

Engineering Mechanics

ENS1180

Introduction to Energy and Resource Engineering

ENS1253

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals

MAT1251

Mathematics 2

ENM2104

Instrumentation and Measurement

ENS2159

Engineering Innovation and Ethics

ENS2120

Engineering Systems

CSP2151

Programming Fundamentals

ENS2214

Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing

ENS2113

Engineering Dynamics

ENS2110

Materials and Manufacturing 2

ENS2160

Thermodynamics

ENS5261

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Systems

ENM3218

Fluid Mechanics

ENS3105

Mechanical Design and Development

ENS2456

Digital Electronics

ENS2257

Microprocessor Systems

ENS3553

Signals and Systems

ENS5230

Electrical Machines and Transformers

ENS5111

Engineering Professional Practice

ENS5442

Robotics 1

ENS5253

Control Systems

ENS3215

Power Electronics

ENS4152

Project Development

ENS5145

Engineering Honours Thesis 1

For students undertaking the graded Honours pathway

ENS5543

Engineering Management

ENS5240

Industrial Control

ENS4253

Engineering Project

ENS5146

Engineering Honours Thesis 2

For students undertaking the graded Honours pathway

ENS2170

Principles of Industrial Maintenance

Recommended elective

ENS2457

Analog Electronics

Recommended elective

ENS3554

Data Communications

Recommended elective

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I switch to a different engineering discipline after starting this course?

Yes. The first year of this course includes a set of eight units that are common across all engineering honours courses. This allows students the opportunity to develop a better understanding of the various engineering disciplines on offer and the flexibility, if desired, to switch to another engineering discipline/course without penalty after the first year of study.

What is the difference between the graded Honours and ungraded Honours pathways?

Students who receive a WAM of 70 per cent or above at the end of their third year of study will be invited to complete a graded Honours degree by taking the two Honours Thesis units (ENS5145 and ENS5146) in place of the standard project units in their fourth year. Students below this cut-off, or who decline the offer to undertake the Honours Thesis, will graduate with an ungraded Honours degree.

What are the prerequisite subjects needed to apply for this course?

All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered. It is desirable that all applicants have Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR; students without these may need to take a bridging unit in the first year of their studies.

What are the estimated fees for this course?

For domestic students, the estimated first year indicative fee is AUD $8,350 (Commonwealth supported). For international students, the estimated first year indicative fee is AUD $42,900.

What areas of study are covered in the Mechatronics Engineering program?

Areas of study within the course include engineering mechanics, computer-aided design and manufacturing, analogue and digital electronics, signal analysis, electromechanical systems, industrial control, and robotics. The program covers themes of automation, instrumentation, digital electronics, manufacturing, mechanical design, fluid mechanics and control systems.

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $115,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $115,000 to $150,000 per year

Career Paths

Robotics EngineerMechatronics EngineerAutomation EngineerControl Systems EngineerEmbedded Systems Engineer

Key Skills

Design and development of robotic and mechatronic systemsProgramming in languages such as Python, C, C++, and MATLABControl systems design and implementationEmbedded systems and microcontroller programmingComputer vision and image processing

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