C04278v3 Master of Engineering (Advanced)
Award(s): Master of Engineering (Advanced) in (name of Engineering major) (ME(Adv))CRICOS code: 081093G
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 96
Course EFTSL: 2
Location: City campus
Notes
Admission to this course is restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Engineering (C04271) or Master of Engineering (Extension) (C04277) and is made by internal course transfer.
Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information
Overview
This course provides an opportunity at master's level for professionally qualified engineers to explore in depth specific engineering aspects by undertaking a substantial research study in a major field of engineering. As part of this course students undertake at least 48 credit points of coursework and a research project of 48 credit points (over a period of one year) under individual academic supervision.
The subjects offered in this course follow an integrated approach to professional practice through compulsory professional engineering subjects, compulsory subjects relevant to the chosen major, an independent engineering graduate project in at least one field of engineering, and a set of electives (any engineering or IT subjects, some with prior approval).
This course is designed to create pathways for eligible students into higher degree by research (HDR) programs such as the Master of Engineering (Research) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Upon completion of this course, students seeking admission to an HDR program are required to follow the prescribed HDR admission process.
Career options
Students who have a basic undergraduate engineering degree are able to enhance their ability and knowledge through master's-level courses in their respective majors, enabling them to gain and hold employment in their respective engineering fields. Students who are currently employed are able to enhance their opportunity to solve engineering problems encountered in their profession and thus may receive commendation for their achievement. There may be opportunities in the research and development areas related to their specific engineering field. Completion of this course may also allow students to further their academic study as part of a higher degree by research program.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.0 | Needs contexts and systems |
| A.1 | Identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs. |
| A.2 | Establish priorities and goals |
| A.3 | Identify constraints, uncertainties and risk of the system (social, cultural, legislative, environmental, business etc.) |
| A.4 | Apply principles of sustainability to create viable systems |
| A.5 | Apply systems thinking to understand complex system behaviour including interactions between components and with other systems (social, cultural, legislative, environmental, business etc.) |
| B.0 | Problem solving and design |
| B.1 | Identify and apply relevant problem-solving methodologies |
| B.2 | Design components, systems and/ or processes to meet required specification |
| B.3 | Synthesise alternative/innovative solutions, concepts and procedures |
| B.4 | Apply decision-making methodologies to evaluate solutions for efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability |
| B.5 | Implement and test solutions |
| B.6 | Demonstrate research skills |
| C.0 | Abstraction and modelling |
| C.1 | Apply abstraction, mathematics and/or discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation |
| C.2 | Develop models using appropriate tools such as computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices |
| C.3 | Evaluate model applicability, accuracy and limitations |
| D.0 | Self management |
| D.1 | Manage own time and processes effectively by prioritising competing demands to achieve personal goals (Manage self) |
| D.2 | Reflect on personal and professional experiences to engage in independent development beyond formal education for lifelong learning |
| E.0 | Communication and coordination |
| E.1 | Communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the discipline, audience and purpose. |
| E.2 | Work as an effective member or leader of diverse teams within a multi-level, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural setting |
| E.3 | Identify and apply relevant project management methodologies |
| F.0 | Professional practice within a global context |
| F.1 | Be able to conduct critical self-review and performance evaluation against appropriate criteria as a primary means of tracking personal development needs and achievements |
| F.2 | Appreciate ethical implications of professional practice |
| F.3 | Understand cross-cultural issues (regions or workplaces) |
| F.4 | Be aware of global perspectives (needs, rules/regulations, and specifications) |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Applicants are required to have: (i) completed 48 credit points in the Master of Engineering (C04271) or Master of Engineering (Extension) (C04277); and (ii) received approval of a member of academic staff to act as their research project supervisor.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered on a two-year, full-time basis and can also be completed in four years on a part-time basis.
The course is made up of subjects that provide students with flexibility. Classes are usually held in a standard mode (weekly attendance) or in block mode (attend classes only two or three times during the session per subject). The research project component is designed in consultation with the academic supervisor and may include attendance in classes, laboratory work or field work as part of a research or industrial project.
Course structure
Candidates complete coursework subjects and an independent engineering graduate project, totalling 96 credit points of study. The project component consists of a preparatory subject and a project (in the area of the major).
Some postgraduate program majors may require students to complete a number of prescribed subjects with or without opportunity for electives. Subjects are selected from postgraduate programs offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.
A major is granted if subjects and project worth at least 60 credit points are completed within a particular postgraduate program major.
Course completion requirements
| CBK90955 Choice (Professional Engineering) | 12cp | |
| CBK90718 Major choice | 36cp | |
| CBK90717 Project + elective options | 48cp | |
| Total | 96cp |
Course program
A typical program for the Civil Engineering major is shown below.
| List of majors | ||
| STM90916 No specified major stream | 36cp | |
| MAJ03490 Biomedical Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03491 Civil Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03492 Geotechnical Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03493 Structural Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03494 Energy Planning and Policy | 36cp | |
| MAJ03495 Computer Control Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03496 Environmental Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03498 Manufacturing Engineering and Management | 36cp | |
| MAJ03499 Operations | 36cp | |
| MAJ03500 Software Systems Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03502 Telecommunications Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03503 Water Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03529 Cyber Security Engineering | 36cp | |
| MAJ03532 Robotics major | 36cp | |
| Civil Engineering major | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 42908 Engineering Project Preparation | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90955 Choice (Professional Engineering) | 12cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK91788 Civil Engineering core | 12cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90970 Civil Engineering choice | 18cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90955 Choice (Professional Engineering) | 12cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK91788 Civil Engineering core | 12cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| CBK90970 Civil Engineering choice | 18cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 42006 Engineering Graduate Project 36cp (Part 1 of 2) | 18cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90743 Electives (Engineering) | 12cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 42007 Engineering Graduate Project 36cp (Part 2 of 2) | 18cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90743 Electives (Engineering) | 12cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Master of Engineering (C04271), the Master of Engineering (Extension) (C04277) and the Master of Engineering (Advanced).
Other information
Further information is available from:
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