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Engineering & Technology

Engineering and Technology are widely sought-after degrees across various educational levels, offering opportunities to work collaboratively and creatively to improve existing systems and solve complex problems. If you have a passion for Mathematics, Science, Design, and Technology, Engineering could be the ideal field for you. There are three key reasons why studying Engineering is highly beneficial:

  1. High employability: Engineering graduates are in high demand globally due to their specialized skills and expertise.
  2. Impactful problem-solving: Engineering plays a vital role in addressing critical challenges and even saving lives through innovative solutions.
  3. Ubiquitous presence: Engineers contribute to diverse fields ranging from music, computers, and space to film, sport, food, and transportation. Engineering and Technology have a pervasive presence in everyday life, influencing infrastructure, transport, technology, food, health, energy, and more.

The contributions of Engineering and Technology are invaluable and extend across numerous sectors, making them indispensable for the advancement of society and technology.

Specializations

The Engineering and Technology disciplines offered in Australia cover numerous areas of specializations including:

  • Aviation/Aerospace;
  • Biomedical;
  • Building Services/Construction;
  • Computer Science;
  • Chemical Engineering;
  • Civil Engineering;
  • Digital Design;
  • Electronic Publishing;
  • Electrical Engineering;
  • Environmental Engineering;
  • Hardware Development;
  • Industrial Engineering;
  • Information Technology;
  • Internet Systems;
  • Materials Engineering;
  • Manufacturing Engineering;
  • Mechanical Engineering;
  • Mining Engineering;
  • Network Support;
  • Operating Systems Security;
  • Resource Engineering;
  • Software Development;
  • Sound Production;
  • Telecommunications Design;
  • User Support;
  • Video Games Development;
  • Web development.

Qualifications

Engineering and Technology programs are offered at the following qualification levels:

  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Advanced Diploma
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Certificate
  • Postgraduate Diploma
  • Masters by research/coursework
  • Professional Doctorates/PhD

Professional Associations

Most programs within the Engineering and Technology discipline are developed in collaboration with relevant professional bodies. These courses typically incorporate internships and work placements, providing students with practical experience. For instance, TAFE offers traineeship programs tailored for students already engaged in their desired industry.

Graduates may be eligible for membership of one of the following professional bodies:

Engineering

  • Engineers Australia
  • The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists & Managers, Australia (APESMA)
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Computer Society
  • World Federation of Engineering Organisations (WFEO)

Technology

  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA)
  • Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)