Overview
Notes
You can enrich your degree to hone your academic and professional skills with a range of flagship rich educational experiences. These flagship rich educational experience units may be credited in place of your general electives in your first or second year if you have space. There are both 6 and 12 credit point unit options available.*
*If you are enrolled in a double degree there may be space available in the non-engineering side of your double degree to undertake flagship rich educational experiences. For information on eligible double degree combinations please see Flagship Rich Educational Experiences.
Mode and location
Double degrees
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) can be taken in combination with the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science (only with the specialisations of Chemical engineering, Civil engineering, Electrical and Computer Systems engineering, Materials engineering and Mechanical engineering)
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Computer Science (only with the specialisations of Algorithms and software and one of Electrical and computer systems engineering, Robotics and Mechatronics engineering and Software engineering)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (only with the specialisations of Electrical and computer systems engineering, Robotics and Mechatronics engineering and Software engineering)
- Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (only with the specialisations of Aerospace engineering, Chemical engineering, Civil engineering, Electrical and Computer systems, Materials engineering, Mechanical engineering)
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Architectural Design (only with the specialisation of Civil engineering)
- Bachelor of Design (only with the specialisations of Industrial design and Mechanical engineering)
- Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (only with the specialisations of Chemical engineering).
This will lead to the award of two degrees: your specialist engineering degree and the degree awarded by the partner course. You should refer to the relevant double degree handbook entry and the course map for the specific requirements.
Note: Biomedical Engineering is not available in all double degree courses.
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
understand and proficiently apply the relevant sciences and scientific methods in at least one specialist engineering practice area, to design solutions to complex problems
identify, interpret and critically appraise current developments and advanced technologies and apply knowledge of these to at least one specialist area
identify and synthesise the constraints posed by economic factors, safety considerations, environment impacts and professional standards on engineering practice and use them to inform professional judgements
determine, analyse and proficiently apply theoretical and numerical analysis of phenomena to predict, design, control and optimise the performance of engineering systems
research, identify, conceptualise, investigate, and interpret knowledge from modern engineering tools and techniques to synthesise a coherent approach to the solution of a problem and/or the design of a project
identify and critically evaluate the performance of an engineering system in terms of economics, safety and the social and physical environment, and implement approaches to minimise any adverse impact leading to sustainable development
understand and proficiently apply a systems approach to the design cycle, addressing the broad contextual constraints, leading to sustainable development
show awareness of and ability to proficiently apply project management tools and methodologies to the planning and execution of projects leading to engineering solutions of a professional standard
develop and implement creative and innovative approaches to problem-solving
communicate effectively on both technical and general issues with peers, associates, clients and the general public
operate effectively and professionally within a team environment
plan, organise and use resources efficiently
demonstrate the highest standards of personal performance
demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
understand the responsibilities of engineers to the community, the engineering profession and the industrial and business world
demonstrate commitment to ethical standards and legal responsibilities to the community and the profession
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)* is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer and by the Engineering Accreditation Council of Malaysia. The course is recognised under the Washington Accord, enabling our engineering graduates to work worldwide in any country that is also a signatory to the Accord without the need to re-qualify.
The Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) is also accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional-level membership.
* The biomedical engineering specialisation has achieved provisional accreditation by Engineers Australia at the level of Professional Engineer. The process to attain full accreditation is based on the initial graduating cohort.
Structure
The course develops through four themes that combine to underpin engineering practice: fundamentals and breadth study, design, knowledge and applications, and professional practice.
Part A. Engineering fundamentals and breadth study
This will develop your understanding of natural and physical sciences, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences that underpin all engineering disciplines. If you have not completed the Australian VCE (Units 3 & 4) or equivalent Specialist mathematics and/or Physics with the required study score you will need to enrol in the foundation units ENG1090 and/or PHS1001.
Part B. Engineering design
This will develop the engineering techniques, tools and resources for the conduct, design and management of engineering design processes and projects, both in the industrial setting and in the development of research experiments.
Part C. Engineering knowledge and application
This will provide in-depth knowledge of the specific engineering methods of a branch of engineering and will integrate the specific engineering methods and discipline knowledge into practice. You will develop skills to identify and apply knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. Additionally, your studies will focus on your understanding and application of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in your discipline.
Part D. Professional practice
This will develop your skills in readiness for the engineering workplace. You will develop skills in effective team membership and team leadership, the use and management of commercially relevant data, and the legal responsibilities of engineers. This study will integrate the theme 'Engineering knowledge and application' with your specialist field of engineering.
Part E. Elective study
This will enable you to further deepen your knowledge of engineering or broaden your knowledge in another approved field. If you are completing a single degree course, you will have electives to add technical expertise in your engineering specialisation and/or complete a minor in an engineering discipline that complements your specialisation, thereby adding other skills to your repertoire.
Course progression map
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
Requirements
192 credit points
Progression to further studies
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to a graduate research degree. You will need to demonstrate a strong academic record in your prior and/or current studies. If you are considering a graduate research degree, you are advised to consult the course coordinator in regards to course progression.