Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation)

Provider:

Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)

Course Code:

MIAOC

CRICOS Code:

094185G

Qualification Level:

Masters

Course Area:

Engineering

Duration:

24-Month

Study Mode:

Full Time

Location:

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Course Fees:

AUD 51,700 Per Course

Delivery Mode:

On Campus

Target:

International

Intake:

February, July

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Course Overview

This master’s qualification is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation.

What you will gain from this course :

An accredited Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) qualification
Deepen your technical knowledge in Industrial Automation Engineering
Learn from industry practitioners and leading academics
Higher earning potential
Global professional recognition

Course Structure

You must complete 48 credit points comprising twelve core units and one capstone thesis. The qualification may be structured as follows:

Semester One:

ME500 Industrial Automation Introduction
ME502 Programmable Logic Controllers
ME503 Industrial Process Control Systems
ME504 Industrial Instrumentation

Semester Two:

ME509 Electrical Engineering for Industrial Automation
MXX507 Professional Engineering Management
ME510 Industrial Data Communications
ME508 Safety Instrumented Systems

Semester Three:

ME605 Machine Learning for Industrial Automation
ME602 SCADA and Distributed Control Systems
ME603 Advanced Process Control
MXX501/601 Engineering Practice and Key Research Methods

Semester Four:

ME700 Project Thesis

Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements	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

Admission Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

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

Language Requirement
IELTS Score (Minimum)	To be elligible for this course students must have an minimum overall score of: 6.0 ( with no individual band less than 6.0)

Career Opportunities

Potential job roles include engineering and management positions in the following areas of expertise:

Process control, commissioning and production management
Plant, factory and building automation
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs) and SCADA
Industrial design and consultation
Supply chain management, quality assurance, and sales
Operations, maintenance, field services, and technical support
Controls, instrumentation, and robotics
Industrial project management and business development

Internship or Work Placements

EIT’s Master of Engineering programs require students to undertake 240 hours of paid or unpaid professional work-integrated learning. This can incorporate paid or unpaid internships, site visits, contributing to industry projects, and networking activities.