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Master of Mechanical EngineeringSpecialisation (formal)Year: 2022
Overview
Students should choose 50 points from the following subjects to gain the specialisation:
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this specialisation, graduates will:
- have gained knowledge and practice in mechanical engineering, with specialisation in the business and management aspects of engineering, with a strong foundation in the fields of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, engineering materials, rigid body dynamics, system dynamics and control and engineering design;
- have gained knowledge and practice in advanced mechanical engineering topics and business principles which might include applications in various industry sectors and interdisciplinary engineering domains;
- be able to apply their knowledge to analyse and design mechanical and business systems and processes;
- have developed problem solving and trouble shooting skills that may be applied in professional practice;
- be able to demonstrate proficiency over established and emerging engineering methods and tools to solve practical engineering problems;
- understand the basic principles underlying the management of physical, human and financial resource;
- be able to undertake a piece of original research either within an industrial setting or in a laboratory, involving the collection of data, its objective analysis and interpretation;
- have effective verbal and written communication skills that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to the changes facing society;
- be conversant with important issues relevant to sectors influenced by mechanical engineering and engineering business systems, such as the sustainability of resources, the efficient operation of all processes, the rise of automation and intelligent processes, and privacy and security in the age of the internet; and,
- know and epitomize professional ethical behaviour and responsibilities towards their profession and the community, including having positive and responsible approaches to sustainable development, process and personal safety, management of information and professional integrity.
Last updated: 3 May 2024
Structure
50 credit points
The Business specialisation is completed by undertaking four specialization electives (50 credit points).
Note: Students entering the course with advanced standing who plan on completing a specialisation may need to enrol in core specialisation subjects in their commencing semester. Please check and follow the structure outlined for your intended specialisation and seek course planning advice.
To obtain a specialisation in Business, students must complete:
- 50 credit points of Year 3 Business electives
Year 1:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
Year 2:
- 87.5 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
- 12.5 credit points of Year 2 Mechanical Engineering selectives
Year 3:
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory subjects
- 50 credit points of Year 3 Business electives
- 25 credit points of electives (from Group A and B)
Progression: The core subject lists are divided into specific year levels, reflecting the recommended order of completing the course. There is, however, some flexibility between Year 2 and 3 core subjects, depending on the requisites set between them. Check the individual Handbook entries of these subjects for more detail.
Subject Options
Year 3 Business electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ENGM90014 | The World of Engineering Management |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ENGM90006 | Engineering Contracts and Procurement | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENGM90012 | Marketing Management for Engineers | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENGM90011 | Economic Analysis for Engineers | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENGM90013 | Strategy Execution for Engineers |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ENGR90026 | Engineering Entrepreneurship | Not available in 2022 | 12.5 |
(Must be completed in Year 3 of the course)
Last updated: 3 May 2024