COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing major) is a 144-credit-point program designed to prepare students for careers in modern production systems, industrial automation, and smart manufacturing industries. The degree is structured to provide a strong blend of theoretical knowledge and practical engineering skills required in advanced industrial environments. Students study core engineering technology principles along with specialised subjects in mechanical design, materials science, robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence, enabling them to understand and improve modern manufacturing processes. The program focuses on designing, developing, and optimising efficient and sustainable production systems that support key industries such as defence, construction, healthcare, transport, telecommunications, and resource processing. A strong emphasis is placed on innovation, sustainability, and productivity improvement, ensuring graduates can contribute to Australia’s transition toward high-value and technology-driven manufacturing. Through applied learning, laboratory work, and industry-relevant projects, students gain hands-on experience in solving real-world engineering problems and working with advanced manufacturing technologies. The curriculum is designed to build technical competence, problem-solving ability, teamwork, and communication skills. Graduates are well prepared for careers in manufacturing engineering, automation, production management, robotics, and industrial technology development, contributing to efficient, sustainable, and competitive manufacturing systems in both Australian and global industries.