CQUniversity Australia
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
A versatile 3-year engineering degree offering specialisations in civil, electrical, mechanical, resource systems, or aircraft maintenance engineering. Designed for students seeking practical technical expertise with flexible online and on-campus delivery, industry connections, and 360 hours of professional engineering practice.
Entry requirements include ATAR 65 or Selection Rank 65. You must have completed English (Units 3 and 4, C) or equivalent and General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C) or equivalent. Mathematical Methods, Physics, and Graphics are recommended but not mandatory. For Aircraft Maintenance majors, you must have completed a Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics or Mechanical) at Aviation Australia or an equivalent EASA-approved qualification. Alternative entry pathways are available for those who don't meet standard entry requirements.
The course comprises 21-23 units (144 credits) depending on your chosen major. Core engineering units cover analytical methods, physics, electronic and electrical fundamentals, and contemporary engineering practices. Major-specific units include: Aircraft Maintenance (Avionics or Mechanical) - avionics systems, aircraft instrumentation, human factors, and aviation legislation; Civil - municipal transportation and structural engineering; Electrical - electrical control and power systems; Mechanical - mechanical design and energy systems; Resource Systems - automation and data science applications. All students complete 360 hours of Professional Engineering Practice including minimum 240 hours of industry experience. Residential schools provide hands-on practical skills development.
CQUniversity offers industry-accredited engineering education with strong connections to engineering practitioners through scholarships, guest lectures, work-integrated learning, and cadetship opportunities. The university provides flexible study options across multiple regional campuses and online, recognised prior learning pathways for TAFE graduates, and comprehensive student support. Engineering programs are designed to meet Engineers Australia accreditation standards and prepare graduates for professional practice as Engineering Technologists.
Graduates are prepared for professional practice as Engineering Technologists across diverse sectors including infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, mining and resources, energy, utilities, transportation, defence, water, and government. Career pathways include engineering design, project delivery, systems integration, technical operations, asset management, quality assurance, commissioning, maintenance, and technical consulting. You will work collaboratively with Professional Engineers, Engineering Associates, tradespeople, and clients to deliver engineering projects, lead technical teams, and ensure compliance with Australian Standards and industry regulations.