Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies
Information valid for students commencing in 2011.
Course Code | 41221 |
Version | 5 |
Faculty | Science and Engineering |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course Pre-requisites | English Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to Qualifications in the (AQF) Guidelines for Diplomas. |
English Language Requirements |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 24 credit points as per course structure |
Learning outcomes | Characteristics of learning outcomes for this course are consistent with those outlined in the Diploma Guideline in the (AQF). |
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
Campus
COURSE AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Townsville | |
Cairns |
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 10 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. |