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Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics and Mechatronics) / Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and Software Engineering)

Fast Facts

  • Credit available to students with a TAFE qualification or a relevant post-secondary qualification.
  • This course is also offered through the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Program. Successful applicants are awarded HECS waiver scholarships and will be funded for the duration of their course
  • The course has optional industry-based Learning year for students wishing to gain professional experience
  • Graduate membership of The Institution of Engineers, Australia and credit at Professional Level (the highest level) towards membership of the Australian Computer Society
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Course Description

Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical, electronic and software engineering in the design, development and control of diverse systems used in a range of industries including manufacturing, medicine and the service industries. Graduates of this course will have extensive skills in integrating engineering with software development, particularly relating to multi-disciplinary projects, and will have developed experience in working on team projects.

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Aims & Objectives

  • A mastery of the basic scientific principles underlying robotics and mechatronics;
  • A sound knowledge of engineering, computer science and software engineering;
  • A thorough understanding of engineering methods and the ability to apply them competently, and where appropriate, with originality and resourcefulness;
  • The skills necessary for working in a software development team on a large scale project;
  • An understanding of the process of software development;
  • Skills in the object-oriented approach to systems analysis, design and implementation; and
  • The communication and management skills required to successfully manage software development projects.
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Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4–a study score of at least 20 in English (any) and mathematical methods (either).

Middle-band: Re-ranking based on study scores in specialist mathematics, physics and either chemistry or information technology: information systems.

Applicants who do not have a Year 12 qualification or who have a non-competitive Year 12 score and no other tertiary study, and normally have at least five years related work experience, may be considered for admission if they can demonstrate motivation and ability to succeed.

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Program Structure

Students take a total of forty subjects over five years full-time plus one year optional Industry-Based Learning or the equivalent part-time. This course is not available on a part-time basis. Entry is possible in both Semester 1 (Feb) and Semester 2 (July).

All students will undertake an Industry Linked Final Year Project.

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