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1031 Wellington Street
Perth Western Australia 6005
Australia
Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation)
Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)
Course details
CRICOS course code: 094185G
Level of study: Postgraduate
Summary
This master's qualification is inspired and driven by industry, but with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast moving work environment has driven the course design process. Upon completion of this program you will gain:
- Skills and knowledge in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control and industrial automation
- Practical guidance from industrial automation experts from around the world
- A valuable and accredited Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) degree
- Global networking contacts in academia and industry
- Improved career options
The Project Thesis – the capstone of the course – requires a high level of autonomy and accountability and will reinforce the knowledge and skill you attain during the degree. It is a significant research project requiring the ability to critically evaluate and apply knowledge and skill creatively. The ability to critique professional practice in the industrial automation industry will also be required. The knowledge you acquire on the Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) will enable you to incorporate current technologies and solve complex industrial automation problems.
Time Commitment
Each unit is composed of 10 hours of study per week. Full-time on-campus students will study 4 – 4.5 units per semester and are required to be on campus for a minimum of 20 hours per week for tutorial, lecture, lab/workshop and self-study sessions.
Potential Job Outcomes
Potential job roles include engineering and management positions in the following areas of expertise:
- Process control, commissioning and production management
- Plant, factory and building automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs) and SCADA
- Industrial design and consultation
- Supply chain management, quality assurance and sales
- Operations, maintenance, field services and technical support
- Controls, instrumentation and robotics
- Industrial project management and business development
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| Tuition Fees (AUD $) | Start date | Duration | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22,750 Per Year | Expected Feb 2021 | 2 years Full time |
Melbourne Campus Level 1 600 Collins Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 Australia |
Entry criteria
To gain entry into this program, applicants need one of the following:
- A recognized 3-year bachelor degree in an engineering qualification in a congruent field of practice; OR
- An EIT Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree in a congruent field of practice; OR
- A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent), that is recognized under the Washington Accord or Engineers Australia, in a congruent, or a different field of practice at the discretion of the Admissions Committee; OR
- A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) that is not recognized under the Washington Accord, in a congruent field of practice to this program; AND
- An appropriate level of English Language Proficiency equivalent to an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education, or an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no individual band less than 6.0)