154410 v.5 Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic Engineering)

BEng(Curtin) OR BEng(Hons)(Curtin)

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Introduction
Mechatronics is the title given to the sub-discipline of engineering which studies the integration of mechanical and electronic technologies to create 'intelligent' machines, systems and controllers. High levels of automation in manufacturing environments require designers with skills in the mechanical sciences since the machinery and robotic equipment utilised is fundamentally mechanical in nature. The actuation, monitoring and control of the mechanical devices is, however, achieved by electrical and electronic means. This course provides graduates with skills and knowledge in both mechanical and electrical technologies which will equip them for employment in manufacturing and related environments.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Applicable Mathematics and two out of TEE Calculus/Physics/Chemistry. Well-performed candidates without one of the prerequisite subjects may be accepted and required to undertake an additional program of preparatory studies.

Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course. To satisfy professional requirements, students must complete at least 12 weeks of approved work experience associated with engineering in industry and hold a current Senior First Aid Certificate. For professional work experience students may make their own arrangements for employment or seek the assistance of Careers and Prospective Students Service. As one objective of this work is to make theoretical studies in courses more meaningful, it must be doneduring the period that the student is undertaking those studies, ie it is to be done in vacations or in employment as a part-time student, rather than after all course work has been completed. Students are strongly urged to consider the 12 weeks a minimum and to undertake as much additional work experience as they can. Students are required to submit a report covering the work carried out. Further details regarding the work report required are available from the School of Engineering.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This course is one of four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Provided that the stipulated prerequisites and corequisites are fulfilled, enrolment on a part-time basis is permitted.

Course Organisation
Students undertake the Bachelor of Engineering Pre-Major in the first year and on successful completion, proceed to the second year of an engineering discipline. Please refer to the section at the front of the Department of First Year Engineering Studies to obtain details about the Bachelor of Engineering Pre-Major.

Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering has been accorded full recognition by the Institution of Engineers, Australia. This satisfies all the academic requirements for Corporate Membership of the Institution of Engineers, Australia. To qualify for the grade of Corporate Member of the Institution of Engineers, Australia, a graduate also requires a minimum of four years of approved experience following the award of the Bachelor of Engineering degree. All degree courses are also recognised by various overseas professional institutions. Further information regarding membership of professional institutions can be obtained from the School of Engineering or from the Secretary, Institution of Engineers, Australia, Western Australia Division.

Career Opportunities
A graduate in mechatronic engineering can expect to find employment in the manufacturing or process industries, particularly where automation is being practiced. Organisations which employ only a few professional engineers will find the combined and diverse mechanical and electronic skills, which the mechatronics graduate will have, an advantage over the more focused traditional disciplines.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note
The curriculum was revised during 2003 and the revised program will be phased in from 2004 to 2007. Information on the original course structure and units for students who commenced this course prior to 2004 is available by consulting the 2003 Curtin Courses Handbook.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1
307545	v.1		Bachelor of Engineering Pre-Major		200.0
					200.0
Year 2 Semester 1
11969	v.2		Mechanics 234	4.0	12.5
12705	v.2		Computer Engineering 203	4.0	25.0
302354	v.1		Mathematics 261	3.0	12.5
302730	v.1		Industrial Operation 232	3.0	25.0
302848	v.1		Industrial Technology 231	3.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
12286	v.4		Mechatronic Project 223	4.0	12.5
12287	v.3		Mechatronic Project 224	7.0	25.0
12711	v.3		Electrical Systems 204	4.0	25.0
12713	v.2		Software Engineering 204	3.0	12.5
302502	v.1		Signal Processing 204	4.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
12906	v.2		Mechatronic Systems Design 322	5.0	25.0
302942	v.1		Mechanical Design 335	3.0	25.0
12833	v.2		Process Control 303	5.0	25.0
12903	v.2		Dynamic Systems 331	5.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
12835	v.2		Power Electronics 304	5.0	25.0
12855	v.3		Embedded Software Design 304	4.0	25.0
12905	v.2		Mechatronic Automation 321	4.0	25.0
12921	v.2		Industrial Technology 332	4.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 4 Semester 1
11501	v.3		Mechatronic Project 491	8.0	25.0
12934	v.3		Professional Practice 433	4.0	25.0
			SELECT 2 OPTIONS		50.0
					100.0
Year 4 Semester 2
11505	v.3		Mechatronic Project 492	12.0	50.0
			SELECT 2 OPTIONS		50.0
					100.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 4 Semester 1				Hrs/Wk	Credits
12839	v.2		Power Electronics 403	5.0	25.0
12907	v.2		Industrial Technology 433	4.0	25.0
300786	v.2		Renewable Energy Principles 403	5.0	25.0
302497	v.3		Advanced Computer Engineering 403	5.0	25.0
302863	v.1		Vibration 431	4.0	25.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 4 Semester 2				Hrs/Wk	Credits
12857	v.2		Real Time Systems 404	4.0	25.0
12861	v.3		Renewable Energy Systems 404	4.0	25.0
12910	v.2		Industrial Operation 332	4.0	25.0
12911	v.2		Automatic Control 432	4.0	25.0

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.