Industry-Based Learning Student Testemonials

Wow - what an absolutely amazing place to learn about engineering! Great people, great setting, unbelievable experience! I've had the opportunity to work all over the yard, designing, organizing and constructing everything from lifting devices to safety structures and vacuum cleaners. The responsibility given in this job is very eye opening - I had people coming to me with problems... I just had to figure out how to solve them!

I have learnt a lot about myself and what drives me, but more importantly where I can improve my professional skills. I've had the opportunity to work with - and drive - Ford's latest prototype vehicles. I am surrounded by professionals who are more than willing to teach all that they can.

I've had an incredible opportunity to see inside one of the oldest and biggest car manufacturers in the world" I've played an active role within the Engine Design team, holding design and project management responsibility for a number of engine components. This year has easily been the most challenging and rewarding of my academic life.

As a part of my 4th year I have undertaken Industrial Based Learning (IBL). I’m employed at Caterpillar for a year as a member of their Service Engineering team. IBL has given me the opportunity to experience first hand the role of a Mechanical Engineer. As part of the team I have responsibilities to which I must attend which gives me an understanding of what will be needed and expected of me as a graduated Engineer. I have had experience in:

Suppling dealers with technical information
Investigating product problems

I feel the experience is worthwhile and valuable for future employment.