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Master of EngineeringSpecialisation (formal)Year: 2021
Mechanical
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr Jimmy Philip
Email: jimmyp@unimelb.edu.au
Melbourne School of Engineering
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: https://ask.unimelb.edu.au
- Contact: Stop 1
Future students:
- Further information: Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
- Contact: Enquiry Form
Overview
Mechanical engineers focus on turning energy into power and motion. More specifically, this specialisation looks at the generation, conversion and use of energy, as well as the design, construction and operation of devices and systems. Students in this course learn from staff with world-leading expertise in fluid mechanics, turbulence, thermodynamics, control and biomechanics, and have the chance to undertake an industry project that is both research and industrially based. Group activities and site visits help to consolidate theoretical knowledge and prepare students to undertake careers in fields from automotive design and manufacturing to software programming; and in non-engineering roles in organisations such as banks and consulting firms.
Intended learning outcomes
On the successful completion of the Master of Engineering Mechanical students should:
- Have a sound robust understanding of the fundamental scientific and engineering principles underlying the field of mechanical engineering;
- Have acquired the mathematical and computational skills necessary for the solution of theoretical and practical engineering problems;
- Possess the ability for critical and systematic thinking in solving complex engineering problems; including basic research skill and an effective development skill within the engineering discipline;
- Possess a proficiency over systematic engineering design for complex and practical problems, with the understanding of application context and contributing factors, such as resource and project management, and sustainability;
- Demonstrate proficiency over established engineering methods and tools to solve practical engineering problems;
- Have cultivated a sense of professional pride in the quality of their work: on the elegance, creativity, functionality, efficacy and the societal benefits of the outcome;
- Have developed professional ethics and responsibility towards the profession and the community; including a positive and responsible approach to safety, management of information and professional integrity;
- Have effective verbal and written communication skills that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to the changes facing our society;
- Possess the ability to conduct oneself as a professional, effective and proactive team member and the understanding of team leadership; as well as building a creative and innovative attitude.
Last updated: 12 November 2024
Structure
300 credit points
Mechanical specialisation of the Master of Engineering consists of 300 points of study - 225 points core (including one selective) and 75 points elective subjects as detailed below.
Advanced standing will be awarded for equivalent subjects taken in prior study to applicants on the following basis:
Credit, Advanced Standing and Accelerated Entry Policy (MPF1293) https://policy.unimelb.edu.au/MPF1293
Subject Options
Total 300 points - 225 points core, including one selective (compulsory) and 75 points elective subjects from the lists below. Students must complete all 300 points of subjects, including all core subjects, or have advanced standing or exemption.
Students who enter without advanced standing for ENGR20004 Engineering Mechanics are strongly advised to enrol in this subject in the summer semester to assist with course planning.
The core and elective subjects are those listed below. The order of subjects below is one way of progressing through the course - students who meet subject requisites may tailor their individual study plan to take into account advanced standing and their study load. Students plan their study online and can seek further advice from Stop 1 on individual study plans.
First 100 points:
Suggested study plan for the first 100 points:
- 100 points Core
Core (100 points)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR20004 | Engineering Mechanics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST20029 | Engineering Mathematics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30017 | Mechanics & Materials |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30018 | Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30020 | Systems Modelling and Analysis |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR20005 | Numerical Methods in Engineering |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN30021 | Mechanical Systems Design |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Second 100 points:
Suggested study plan for the second 100 points:
- 100 points Core
Core (100 points)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN90014 | Materials | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MCEN90038 | Dynamics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90012 | Design for Manufacture | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90008 | Fluid Dynamics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90026 | Solid Mechanics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90015 | Thermodynamics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
- Selective (choose one)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR90034 | Creating Innovative Engineering |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90021 | Critical Communication for Engineers |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90039 | Creating Innovative Professionals |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Third 100 points:
Sugggested study plan for the third 100 points:
- 25 points Core
- 75 points from the electives listed below (students need to take at least 50 points from Group 1).
Core (25 points)
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR90037 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90038 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
Group 1 electives
A minimum of 50 points required from this group:
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGM90011 | Economic Analysis for Engineers | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90029 | Advanced Solid Mechanics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90018 | Advanced Fluid Dynamics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90064 | Advanced Control Systems | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90019 | Advanced Thermodynamics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90041 | Advanced Dynamics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90033 | Internship |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
25 |
| MCEN90052 | Advanced Materials | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90041 | Engineering Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
25 |
| ENGR90042 | Engineering Research Project Part 2 | Semester 2 (Online) |
25 |
Group 2 electives
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR90024 | Computational Fluid Dynamics | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90028 | Introduction to Energy Systems | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90017 | Advanced Motion Control | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BMEN90022 | Computational Biomechanics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90026 | Engineering Entrepreneurship | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90031 | Applied High Performance Computing | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| MCEN90028 | Robotics Systems | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90032 | Sensor Systems | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90045 | Aerospace Dynamics and Control | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90047 | Aerospace Propulsion | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90046 | Vibrations and Aeroelasticity | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BMEN90029 | Soft Tissue and Cellular Biomechanics | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| MCEN90048 | Artificial Intelligence for Engineers | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90049 | Helicopter Design | Winter Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90050 | Human Centred Mechanical Design | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90053 | Industrial Systems and Simulation | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BMEN90034 | Movement Neurorehabilitation Technology | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| BUSA90473 | Business Practicum |
Summer Term (Online)
Semester 1 (Online)
Winter Term (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
| BUSA90485 | Global Business Practicum |
January (Online)
Winter Term (Online)
November (Online)
|
12.5 |
| CHEN90038 | Product Design and Analysis | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90057 | Manufacturing Automation and IT | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90059 | Probability, Reliability and Quality | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90054 | Design and Manufacturing Practice | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| MCEN90055 | Manufacturing Processes and Technology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90058 | Industrial Engineering | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90061 | Mechatronics Systems Design | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90020 | Additive Manufacturing of Metals | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN90056 | Industry Digital Transformation | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| MCEN90060 | Sustainable and Life Cycle Engineering | Not available in 2021 | 12.5 |
| MCEN90062 | Materials Modelling and Characterisation | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ENGR90040 | Film and Engineering at the Crossroads | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
Links
http://www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-engineering-mechanical/overview
Last updated: 12 November 2024