Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies
Year |
2010 |
Course Code |
41221 |
Version |
5 |
Faculty |
Science and Engineering |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
QTAC Pre-requisites |
English |
Additional selection requirements |
Nil |
Special admission requirements |
Nil |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points |
24 credit points as per course structure |
Additional course rules |
Nil |
Additional completion requirements |
Nil |
Course Structure
Core Subjects
CU1010:03 Effective Writing
EG1000:03 Engineering 1
MA1020:03 Preparatory Mathematics
Options
Select 15 credit points of specified EG or MA level 1 subjects:
EG1001:03 Engineering Statics
EG1002:03 Computing for Engineers
EG1010:03 Process Engineering
EG1011:03 Engineering Dynamics
EG1012:03 Electric Circuits
MA1000:03 Mathematical Foundations
MA1003:03 Mathematical Techniques
Candidature
Expected time to complete |
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time |
Maximum time to complete |
5 years |
Maximum leave of absence |
3 years |
Progression
Course progression requisites |
Nil |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) |
No |
Special assessment requirements |
Nil |
Accreditation requirements |
Nil |
Maximum allowed Pass Conceded (PC) grade |
Nil |
Supplementary exam for final subject |
Not applicable |
Advanced Standing
Eligibility |
Candidates may apply for advanced standing for previous tertiary study in accordance with the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning policy associated procedures. |
Maximum allowed |
6 credit points |
Currency |
Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the 5 years prior to the commencement of this course |
Expiry |
Advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 5 years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if, by then, the candidate has not completed the course of study prescribed for the degree |
Other restrictions |
Not applicable |
Award Details
Inclusion of majors on testamur |
Not applicable - this course does not have majors |
Exit with lesser award |
Not applicable |
Course articulation |
Candidates who complete the Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies are eligible for entry to the Bachelor of Engineering or the Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Science, and may be granted advanced standing for subjects completed under this diploma |
Document Modification History
Version No. |
Approval Date |
Modification Type |
Effective Date |
1-09 |
10/2009 |
Original document |
10/2009 |