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This Graduate Diploma program strengthens proficiency in Industrial Automation Engineering, focusing on critical competencies for professional growth in instrumentation, control, and automation systems. Developed through industry collaboration, the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Industrial Automation) responds to evolving technologies and demands in the Automation and Process Control sector. The curriculum features eight core units that deliver essential knowledge, practical abilities, and professional capabilities for this field. Ideal candidates are engineers specializing in instrumentation & control, electrical, chemical, networking, electronics, or industrial computer systems who wish to enhance their expertise and career prospects. This one-year program's comprehensive coursework develops both verbal and written communication skills, enabling graduates to research, evaluate, and present technical concepts, data, and solutions for Industrial Automation challenges. Students learn to approach engineering projects professionally, independently, and systematically, working both individually and collaboratively within the engineering discipline.
To gain entry into this program, applicants need one of the following:
a) a recognized 3-year bachelor degree in an engineering qualification in a congruent field of practice.
b) an EIT Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree in a congruent field of practice.
c) a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent), that is recognized under the Washington Accord or Engineers Australia, in a congruent, or a different field of practice at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
d) a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) that is not recognized under the Washington Accord, in a congruent field of practice to this program.
AND
An appropriate level of English Language Proficiency equivalent to an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education, or an overall Academic IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 6.0, or equivalent as outlined in the EIT Admissions Policy.
With integrated compulsory 12-week professional industry experience, training or project work of which 6 weeks are directly supervised by a professional/eligible professional engineer as determined by EIT.
All applicants must have evidence of automation and/or electrical exposure at undergraduate level and/or work experience. Congruent field of practice means one of the following with adequate content (fields not listed below to be considered by the Dean and the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis):
• Industrial Automation
• Industrial Engineering
• Instrumentation, Control and Automation
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical and Material Systems
• Mechatronic Systems
• Manufacturing and Management Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic and Communication Systems
• Chemical and Process Engineering