Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationEngineer creative and logical solutions for real-world challenges. The Bachelor of Engineering Honours provides advanced science, in theory and practice, to qualify you as an engineer and solve problems in infrastructure, the environment or technology. Choose to specialise in either civil and structural, electrical and electronics or mechanical engineering. Study 100% online, or on-campus with flexibility to study full-time or part-time and qualify as an engineer in Australia and internationally.
Common Units
CUC107 - Cultural Intelligence and Capability
Cultural Intelligence and Capability explores important issues related to living, studying, and working as a professional in the diverse social and cultural environments of contemporary society. The unit examines broad interactions between culture, knowledge, experience, and behavior and the way in which these interactions and our perceptions of culture shape our interactions at a personal, academic, and professional level. It explores the notion of cultural intelligence and the need for people to be capable of identifying and analyzing the complex cultural dynamics of their interpersonal, academic, and professional interactions and developing places for people to operate safely and effectively. The study program for this unit provides a structure for students to reflect upon, analyze, and articulate how you respond to the complex cultural circumstances into which you are immersed as a student and as a graduate in your chosen profession.
CUC106 - Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology
Design and Innovation provides students with the opportunity to learn about design, sustainable community development, team work, and communication while contributing towards real community development projects. Students work in multidisciplinary teams to design solutions for projects ranging from water supply and quality to sanitation, health, and education programs, and other infrastructure developments. Developing creative solutions and building prototypes is a major focus in this unit. The other component, academic literacy skills, is approached in the context of researching and communicating about the design project.
Delivery mode
Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 70*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate IV level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 147.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course of at least 12 months duration.
- Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
- CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30) - Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
- IELTS Academic Module - A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
- Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency - A minimum overall grade of B2.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module - A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) - A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Control Systems Engineer
A Control Systems Engineer designs, develops, and manages systems that control and automate processes in various industries. You might work in manu...
Mechanical Design Engineer
A Mechanical Design Engineer designs and develops mechanical systems and components. You might work in industries such as automotive, aerospace, or...
Mechanical Designer
A Mechanical Designer creates detailed drawings and designs for mechanical systems and components used in various industries. You might work in sec...
Mechanical Project Engineer
A Mechanical Project Engineer manages the design, planning, and execution of mechanical projects in various industries. You might work on projects...
Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer typically works in a plant to oversee mechanical operations. It is a broad occupation and may involve working with combustion...
About Charles Darwin University
Charles Darwin University is a truly unique institution.
With our home and our heart in the Northern Territory, we embrace the inclusive, resilient, and courageous spirit of the NT in our campuses and delivery sites that reach a diverse footprint from the capital cities of Darwin, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney to the regional hubs of Alice Springs, Palmerston and Katherine and our remote locations in Nhulunbuy, Tennant Creek and on Country – in community, with the community.
Our multi-campus, dual-sector status, virtual and online expertise, course profile, research activities, delivery methods, and operation result from our commitment to the regions in which we operate.
The Northern Territory spans approximately one-sixth of Australia’s landmass and yet is home to just one per cent of the population, of whom 30 per cent are First Nations Peoples.
Due to our location, we are in an enviable position to contribute to the future opportunity of Northern Australia, and our neighbours in the Asia Pacific, through our innovative and impactful training, education, and research.
The University now has the new Strategic Plan in place, which will guide the development of our university over the next five years. It gives us a very clear road map to building a bigger, better and stronger university, valuing and empowering our people to make a difference.
CDU believes in the transformative power of training, education and research to change people’s lives for the better. We have a collective responsibility to make sure that our training, education and research are not only high quality and delivered by outstanding educators and researchers but are accessible and meaningful. What we do matters to our communities.
We are a deeply connected university, working in partnership and collaboration with First Nations peoples, our communities and industries, government, and alumni to address the needs of the Northern Territory and regional, rural, and remote people nationally and globally.
We are committed to making significant contributions to the social, economic and environmental sustainability of the NT and Northern Australia and to export our expertise nationally and globally.
