Mechanical engineers analyse and develop technological systems that involve motion. They help society harness the energy and forces that exist in nature.

Mechanical engineering is a discipline that is recognised worldwide. As one of the broadest engineering disciplines, it will provide you with versatile skills for numerous career options.

System conception, design, manufacturing, maintenance and management are all within the scope of mechanical engineering. These systems include micromechanical devices, power-generating turbines, thermal power generation, and air and transport systems.

This course is oriented to provide skills development opportunities with hands-on experience. You’ll learn how to apply your knowledge and skills to devise and/or develop solutions for a range of engaging and challenging industry problems.

In particular, you’ll appreciate applying your multidisciplinary problem-solving skills across a spectrum of science and engineering endeavours that extend through to biomedical engineering.

In your final year you’ll undertake an individual design or research project.

Why study

• The course is highly directed towards developing fundamental knowledge and a generic skills-base necessary for a wide range of career opportunities in the engineering industry, management, and research and development.
• It has a well-maintained balance between theoretical skills and practical experience, with up-to-date facilities for demonstrating concepts and their applications.
• Instruction is by highly qualified, enthusiastic and caring teaching staff with international academic experience and industry exposure.

How this course will make you industry ready

This course emphasises skills development opportunities with hands-on experience, and is delivered by highly qualified Curtin academics with international experience and industry exposure.

Professional recognition

Graduates fulfil the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia.

Careers

• Mechanical engineer
• Aeronautical engineer
• Mechatronic engineer

Industries

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Manufacturing
• Marine engineering
• Mining
• Mineral and material processing
• Plant operation and maintenance
• Power generation
• Robotics
• System design
• Transportation
• Water supply