Associate Degree of Engineering
| Duration | 4 years part-time |
| Location | Online |
| Next start term | Term 1, 2024 |
| Study mode | Online |
| Course code | CC02 |
Overview
The Associate Degree of Engineering allows you to develop the skills required to become an engineering associate and gain knowledge of engineering principles relevant to the testing, inspection, drawing, adaptation, commissioning, management or operation of on-site equipment, plant and systems. There is the opportunity to tailor your studies to your areas of interest by selecting from majors in civil, electrical, mechanical or mining engineering or engineering geology. The Associate Degree of Engineering course is based on the project-based learning philosophy, which offers the opportunity to learn in context. This approach is designed to produce work-ready graduates with industry-relevant skills.
“I undertook a 12-week internship during my course, which gave me a lot of confidence to improve my performance and professional skills. I had an opportunity to work on various civil engineering projects. It has helped me to utilise my knowledge in real-world applications.
Yogesh Goyal
Master of Engineering (Civil) I India
Career Opportunities
As an Associate Degree of Engineering graduate, you will enjoy a wide variety of challenging career options across a range of industries and government sectors. As an engineering associate, you will apply your knowledge of engineering principles to the testing, inspection, adaptation, commissioning, management or operation of on-site equipment, plant and systems. You may prepare drawings or specifications for others to use in manufacture or construction. Engineering associates, having specialised in one of the disciplines of civil, mechanical or electrical, find employment in national and international public and private industry sectors including the energy, transportation, manufacturing, process, construction, mining and education industries.
Structure & Availability
Course structure
You are required to complete seven core units and a nine-unit major in civil engineering, electrical engineering, engineering geology, mechanical engineering or mining.
Unit information
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit transfer information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
Online Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2024 | Available Online |
Civil Engineering major
You'll learn about planning design, and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems such as buildings and bridges, harbours and railways. Also including knowledge and skills in hydraulics and materials science.
Electrical Engineering major
You'll learn about analogue and digital electronics foundations, AC and DC circuit configurations, development and maintenance of controls technology, electrical engineering concepts, communications systems, and materials sciences.
Engineering Geology major*
You'll learn about rock structures and environmental fields with an engineering lens. Plus, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), mining technology, and geological resources.
Mechanical Engineering major
You'll learn about the planning, design, installation, maintenance and operations of machines and systems such as manufacturing equipment, process plans, thermal energy plants and fluid power systems.
Resources Engineering major*
You'll learn about open pit mining operations, technology and legislation, plus ethical and safe practices. You will develop knowledge and technical skills surrounding rock engineering, materials testing, Earth science, mine planning and design processes.
* These majors are recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM). Additionally, they are endorsed by The Minerals Industry National Associate Degree (MINAD) Program which was established through the Minerals Tertiary Education Council (MTEC), a sub-committee of the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Mining Major, Mechanical Engineering Major, Civil Engineering Major
The CC02 Associate Degree of Engineering Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Mining majors are fully accredited by Engineers Australia.
Graduates are recognised as engineering associates and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.
The Engineering Geology major is accredited by the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Learned Society - Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Engineering Geology Major
The CC02 Associate Degree of Engineering Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Mining majors are fully accredited by Engineers Australia.
Graduates are recognised as engineering associates and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.
The Engineering Geology major is accredited by the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Professional Practice - Engineers Australia
Electrical Engineering Major
The CC02 Associate Degree of Engineering Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Mining majors are fully accredited by Engineers Australia.
Graduates are recognised as engineering associates and are eligible for Graduate membership with EA.
The Engineering Geology major is accredited by the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Engineering Practice Experience - ENEP14004
Students are required to complete 240 hours of Engineering Professional Practice prior to graduation. Once the students have completed the professional practice requirements, they must enrol in this unit and provide evidence of how they have attained the professional engineering practice exposure required by Engineers Australia.
Requirements
Recommended study
Recommended study: English, science subjects and maths
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between the final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative Fees
| Fee Type | Fees |
|---|---|
| International Indicative First Term Fee | A$17,760 |
| International Indicative First Year Fee | A$35,520 |
Please note the following important information:
- Fees are in Australian dollars (A$).
- Fees are indicative only and do not cover additional costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, OSHC, general living etc.
- Fees are based on a full-time study load and the final fee payable will be determined by your selection of units and if any credit was awarded for recognition of prior learning.
- The University reserves the right to amend fees at any time during the course. Fees are reviewed yearly and may increase in the following year to enable CQUniversity to continue to provide quality services and facilities to students.
- Courses are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
- It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of the entry requirements and prerequisites of the courses you wish to undertake.
- The typical annual fee shown provides an estimate of the tuition fees for the first year of the course in the same academic year. This estimate assumes a full-time study load of 4 units per term (based on two terms).
- Students not on an Australian student visa can only undertake courses online from an overseas location.
- Courses undertaken online may be studied on a full-time or part-time mode.
- International students studying on-campus in Australia may take no more than 33 per cent of their entire course by online education, and this option cannot be taken in its entirety during a compulsory term (Term 1 and Term 2).
Please refer to our international course fees page.
Scholarships are not available for this course.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
