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Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) (Honours)

Help engineer the future

Forget about robots coming to take your job – instead, make it your job to design the robots and automated systems of the future. Mechatronics is an exciting field that combines the best of mechanical, electrical and electronic and computer engineering to create new technologies and constantly improve the systems around us. With automation set to play an increasing role in almost every product and industry, this degree will give you skills that are in demand and future-proof your engineering career.

Study location
  • Moreton Bay^
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
0100795
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
4 years full time or equivalent part time
Annual tuition fee 2021
A$29,600
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$118,400
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2023 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
  • ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.
Study location QTAC code
  • Moreton Bay ^ 014721
Refer to the program footnotes
Minimum selection threshold
ATAR - 65.00 OP - - Rank - 65
UniSC program code
SC405
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
4 years full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
Blended Learning
Prerequisites
English (Units 3 and 4, C), Maths Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
Recommended prior study
Specialist Maths; and Physics or Chemistry
Fee type 2021
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
32
Total units
384
Footnotes
  • ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.

Forget about robots coming to take your job – instead, make it your job to design the robots and automated systems of the future. Mechatronics is an exciting field that combines the best of mechanical, electrical and electronic and computer engineering to create new technologies and constantly improve the systems around us. With automation set to play an increasing role in almost every product and industry, this degree will give you skills that are in demand and future-proof your engineering career.

In this degree you will:

  • Study the fundamentals of engineering, including applied maths, physics, statistics and system design
  • Learn about robotics and autonomous systems, communication engineering, digital logic and computer programming, machine vision and more
  • Choose the area you want to specialise in, including electrical and electronic or mechanical engineering, management or entrepreneurship
  • Get hands-on project management experience by designing your own major engineering research project
Career opportunities

Mechatronics engineers work across a range of fields, including robotics engineering, industrial engineering and product design, manufacturing, data communications, automotive and more.

Membership

Graduates are eligible for registration with Engineers Australia as professional engineers, following five years of suitable professional engineering experience.

Accreditation

This program is currently undergoing provisional accreditation by Engineers Australia.

Program structure

Introductory courses (8) 96 units

ENG101 Introduction to Interaction & UX Design
ENG102 Responsive Website Design
ENG103 Interactivity and Frameworks
ENG104 Think Health
MTH103 Human Physiology
MTH104 Human Anatomy
SCI107 Foundations in Medical Science
SCI110 Chemistry

Developing courses (8) 96 units

ELC200 Science Research Methods
ELC201 Cell Biology
ELC205 Introductory Bioscience
MEC200 Medical Genetics
MEC205 Introduction to Pharmacology
MEC221 Immunology
MEC225 Integrated Physiology
MCH200 Biochemistry

Graduate courses (12) 144 units

MTH201 Molecular Biology
MTH203 Microbiology
ELC301 Pathophysiology
ELC304 Workplace Learning I
ENG302 Clinical placement I
ENG304 Special Research Project
MCH301 Clinical Embryology
MEC336 Advanced Professional Skills in Biomedical Science*
ELC400 Advanced Statistics in Psychology
ENG401 Advanced Theoretical Issues in Psychology
ENG402 Professional Practice of Psychology
MCH400 Ethical and Professional Issues In Psychology

Minor courses (4) 48 units

Students must select one of the following minor study areas:

^Not available at Moreton Bay campus.

Honours

The Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) (Honours) may be awarded with a class of Honours to a
student:

  • with the percentage results achieved in twelve courses as specified in the table below; and
  • achieving at least 65% in ENG402 Engineering Research Project 2.
Courses
MTH203 Research Dissertation A
MCH200 Research Dissertation B
ELC301 Communication and Thought
MEC336 Earth's Surface Processes, Materials and Soils
ENG302 Introduction to Environmental Management
MCH301 Biodiversity and Ecology
ELC304 Science Research Methods
ENG304 Plant Diversity and Ecology
ENG401 Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
ENG402 Environmental Management Systems and Processes
ELC400 An Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Technology
MCH400 Environmental and Resource Economics
  • The minimum levels of achievement normally required for each class of honours are shown in the following table:
Honours results classification Overall Percentage attained in Specified Courses*
Honours Class I 80% - 100%
Honours Class IIA 70% - 79%
Honours Class IIB 60% - 69%

*The percentage result shall be rounded up if ≥ 0.5 or rounded down if < 0.5.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 384

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Select a minor from one of the minors as listed below. Students must choose the minor to be studied before the completion of Semester 1, Year 3
  • Complete a minimum of 60 days of suitable work experience. Students must meet all costs associated with the acquisition of practical experience to satisfy this requirement
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.