2020 Undergraduate Courses
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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Engineering) | 2020

Materials Engineering is a field focused on the design, selection and processing of engineering materials, including metals and alloys, polymers, ceramics and advanced composites. Materials innovations are often a central part of new product development and graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Engineering) will be prepared for careers in the primary materials processing and mining industries, careers related to the application of advanced materials in energy generation, transportation, energy storage and biomedical industries and in the manufacturing and fabrication industries,. As a Washington Accord accredited program, graduates are qualified for employment in Materials Engineering roles in many other countries.

Under the supervision of experienced engineers, graduates will be capable of holding positions with significant responsibility. Graduate responsibilities are based on the selection, design and processing of engineering materials. Specific roles may include, but are not limited to: materials engineers contributing within teams for complex design projects and taking a lead role in material selection and optimisation; troubleshooting; testing; production management; failure analysis and prevention; and project and plant management. Graduates may have responsibilities around client and stakeholder relations; procurement; safe work practices; quality assurance in product delivery; reporting; and, consideration of standards, regulations and compliance. Graduates will have strong project and people management skills and may take on responsibility for overseeing teams, contractors and consultants within the first five years from graduation.

UOW has a long and successful history of innovation, industry collaboration, applied engineering research, and engineering consultancy. The practical engineering culture at UOW is reflected in its degree programs and graduates. Students studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Engineering) will have opportunities to apply knowledge to ethical challenges, innovation and problem solving in real-world focused projects in each year of the degree program. They are also able engage with extra-curricular and co-curricular activities through the Work Integrated Learning program. The program is delivered through a range of study modes and assessment types, supported by digital technologies, to ensure graduates are flexible learners, well prepared to adapt to future challenges. Students also participate in multidisciplinary projects, providing them with opportunities to learn the language of engineering and the engineering methods applied in different disciplines. Graduates of the program leave UOW experienced in working in diverse teams, ready to integrate into the workforce. Further, UOW graduates are equipped with the skills to recognise opportunities for further learning and technical specialisation to adapt to changing industry requirements.

The course has been developed to support students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds, including international and domestic school leavers, certificate and diploma qualified individuals with experience in the engineering sector. Pathway programs are available to strengthen students’ mathematics, science, and English language background prior to commencement. The program is best suited to those with an interest in working at the forefront of innovation, selecting and developing materials that make new and improved technologies possible.

Through the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Engineering) program, graduates will be prepared to make a significant contribution to society through innovation, creative thinking, and disciplinary expertise. Specifically, Materials Engineering graduates will be well placed to contribute to innovation in areas that support modern society such as biomaterials, energy storage materials, lightweight transportation, energy generation, primary processing and advanced manufacturing.
 

In the final years of the degree students can select from an exciting range of electives, and get involved in some of our world-class research through thesis projects. Cadetships are offered annually by Bluescope Steel Pty Ltd to students with superior academic results in their HSC. Students gain on the job experience and are paid while studying at University. On-line application forms are available from 1 July each year.

Double majors provide the knowledge and competencies to practice as a professional engineer in two engineering disciplines. This program is available by transfer only following completion of a successful first year of study.

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder

Course Structure

Students can select electives from a number of specialist areas. The subjects are grouped into streams to guide students on possible combinations within an area of interest. To offer the most up-to-date knowledge and practical skills in Materials industries and researches, the streams are closely linked to corresponding research strengths within or associated with Materials Engineering Discipline.

The associated strengths include: Engineering Materials Institute, BlueScope Steel Metallurgy Centre, Engineering Manufacturing, Defense Material Technology Centre, Institute for Superconducting & Electronic Materials, Intelligent Polymer Research Institute and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science. Students are NOT required to select electives from a single stream.

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
Year 1
ENGG102Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics6Autumn
ENGG103Materials in Design6Autumn
ENGG105Engineering Design for Sustainability6Autumn
MATH141Foundations of Engineering Mathematics6Autumn, Spring
ENGG100Engineering Computing and Analysis6Spring
PHYS143Physics For Engineers6Spring
MATH142Essentials of Engineering Mathematics6Spring, Summer 2020/2021
ENGG104Electrical Systems6Spring
Year 2
CHEM103Chemistry for Engineering6Autumn
ENGG251Mechanics of Solids6Autumn
MATE202Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria6Autumn
MATH283Advanced Engineering Mathematics and Statistics6Autumn
MECH203Mechanical Engineering Practices0Autumn
MATE201Structure of Materials6Spring
MATE203Phase Transformations6Spring
MATE204Mechanical Behaviour of Materials6Spring
MATE205Materials Characterisation Techniques6Spring
Year 3
ENGG252Engineering Fluid Mechanics6Autumn
MATE301Engineering Alloys6Autumn
MATE306Fracture, Failure and Degradation6Autumn
MATE381Experimental Methods and Computing6Autumn
MATE302Polymeric Materials6Spring
MATE303Ceramics, Glasses and Refractories6Spring
MATE304Transport Phenomena in Materials Processing6Spring
MATE305Primary Materials Processing6Spring
Year 4
ENGG454Professional Experience0Annual, Autumn, Spring
ENGG461Managing Engineering Projects6Autumn
MATE402Secondary Materials Processing6Autumn
MATE401Selection of Materials in Engineering Design6Spring
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) students must complete one of the two research options 
ENGG452Thesis A12Annual, Spring 2020/Autumn 2021
or
ENGG453Thesis B18Annual, Spring 2020/Autumn 2021
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Scholar) students must complete ENGG453
ENGG453Thesis B18Annual, Spring 2020/Autumn 2021
Students must also complete:
Electives as specified below (not all electives are available every year - check subject timetables):12 or 18Autumn, Spring
For students in ENGG452: Any 3 electives
For students in ENGG453: Any 2 electives
Materials Science and Technology
MATE413Structural Characterisation Techniques6Autumn
ENGG457Engineering Project B6Autumn, Spring
MATE433Surface Engineering6Spring
Metallurgical Processing
MATE422Iron and Steelmaking6Autumn
ENGG457Engineering Project B6

Autumn, Spring

MINE324Mineral Processing6Autumn
Materials Forming and Manufacturing
MECH421Manufacturing Process Analysis6Autumn
ENGG457Engineering Project B6Autumn, Spring
ENGG434Introduction to Materials Welding and Joining6Spring
Advanced Functional Materials
MATE411Advanced Materials and Processing6Autumn
MATE412Electronic Materials6Spring
MATE433Surface Engineering6Spring
ENGG457Engineering Project B6Spring
Sustainability in Materials Engineering
ENGG447Advanced Building Design for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability6Autumn
ENGG378Sustainable Energy Technologies6Spring
ENGG457Engineering Project B6Autumn
ENGG446Energy Efficiency and Energy Auditing in the Built Environment6Not available in 2020
ENGG448Energy Efficiency in Manufacturing and Process Industries6Not available in 2020
Additional Material Electives
CSCI291Programming for Engineers6Autumn
ENGG440Strategic Management of Engineering6Autumn
MINE416Mine Valuation6Autumn
ENGG439Engineering Logistics and Operations Management6Spring

 

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

UOW's engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world engineering bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and learning. 

Other Information

Further information email: eis@uow.edu.au or Academic Program Director

Last reviewed: 20 September, 2019