As an engineering associate, you can focus on applications and interactions within systems. Engineering associates combine a sound engineering understanding with modern technology to apply and adapt sustainable engineering practices for communities, society and the environment in general. Engineering associates often work to support professional engineers or engineering technologists in a team environment.
Civil engineers are typically involved in planning design and maintenance of physical infrastructure systems including construction of buildings and bridges, transport and water resource systems, sewage and industrial waste systems, harbours and railways.
Mechanical engineers are typically involved in planning, design, installation, maintenance and operation of machines, thermodynamic and combustion systems, fluid systems, materials handling systems, manufacturing equipment and process plant.
Electrical engineers typically specialise in systems design, development and maintenance of systems associated with electrical power and energy including electricity generation and distribution, telecommunications, instrumentation and control, microprocessors and electronics.
Mining engineers are typically involved with the extraction and processing of minerals.
Engineering geologists investigate and provide geologic and geotechnical recommendations, analysis and design, often working with other engineering disciplines on large infrastructure projects.
Associate Degree of Engineering graduates will enjoy rewarding career opportunities across various industries and government sectors. As an engineering associate, you will apply your knowledge of engineering principles to the testing, inspection, adaptation, commissioning, management and operation of plants, specialist equipment and systems. In addition, you may complete minor designs and prepare drawings or specifications for others to use in manufacturing or construction.
Engineering associates, having specialised in civil, electrical, geology, mechanical or resources disciplines, find employment in national and international public and private industry sectors, including energy, transportation, manufacturing, processing, construction, mining and education.
The Associate Degree of Engineering course employs the project-based learning philosophy to learn in context and produce work-ready graduates with industry-relevant skills.
Duration | 4 years part-time |
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Credit Points that Must be Earned | 96 |
Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
Qualification (post nominal) | ADEng |
AQF Level | Level 6: Associate Degree |
Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
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Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
English Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
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Recommended study: English, science subjects and maths
Interim Awards | Not applicable |
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Exit Awards | CL43 - Diploma of Technical Studies |
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Compulsory Residential School | Students of this course will be required to attend a CQUniversity location or other designated location for compulsory residential schools in some units. Students are advised to check unit details to determine whether a unit has a residential component prior to enrolling. |
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- Students are required to have completed a minimum of 6 weeks industry practice at engineering para-professional level prior to enrolling in Engineering Associate Project or complete an Industry-based Project. |
Year | Number of Students |
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2022 | 215 |
2021 | 225 |
2020 | 238 |
2019 | 219 |
2018 | 222 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
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Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have broad theoretical and technical knowledge with some depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines | ||||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to identify, analyse and evaluate information and concepts from a range of sources | ||||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and creative thinking skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge and ideas with some depth in a discipline | ||||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive, communication and analytical skills to interpret and transmit responses to sometimes complex problems | ||||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to make a clear and coherent presentation of knowledge and ideas with some intellectual independence | ||||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in paraprofessional practice | ||||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in a range of contexts and/or for further studies in one or more disciplines | ||||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt fundamental principles, concepts and techniques to known and unknown situations | ||||||||
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity |
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have broad theoretical and technical knowledge with some depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to identify, analyse and evaluate information and concepts from a range of sources | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and creative thinking skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge and ideas with some depth in a discipline | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive, communication and analytical skills to interpret and transmit responses to sometimes complex problems | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to make a clear and coherent presentation of knowledge and ideas with some intellectual independence | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in paraprofessional practice | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in a range of contexts and/or for further studies in one or more disciplines | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt fundamental principles, concepts and techniques to known and unknown situations | |||||||
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have broad theoretical and technical knowledge with some depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to identify, analyse and evaluate information and concepts from a range of sources | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and creative thinking skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge and ideas with some depth in a discipline | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive, communication and analytical skills to interpret and transmit responses to sometimes complex problems | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to make a clear and coherent presentation of knowledge and ideas with some intellectual independence | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in paraprofessional practice | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in a range of contexts and/or for further studies in one or more disciplines | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt fundamental principles, concepts and techniques to known and unknown situations | ||||||
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity |
Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have broad theoretical and technical knowledge with some depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to identify, analyse and evaluate information and concepts from a range of sources | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and creative thinking skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge and ideas with some depth in a discipline | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive, communication and analytical skills to interpret and transmit responses to sometimes complex problems | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to make a clear and coherent presentation of knowledge and ideas with some intellectual independence | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in paraprofessional practice | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in a range of contexts and/or for further studies in one or more disciplines | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt fundamental principles, concepts and techniques to known and unknown situations | |||||||
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity |
Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have broad theoretical and technical knowledge with some depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to identify, analyse and evaluate information and concepts from a range of sources | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and creative thinking skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge and ideas with some depth in a discipline | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive, communication and analytical skills to interpret and transmit responses to sometimes complex problems | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to make a clear and coherent presentation of knowledge and ideas with some intellectual independence | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in paraprofessional practice | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in a range of contexts and/or for further studies in one or more disciplines | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt fundamental principles, concepts and techniques to known and unknown situations | |||||||
9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity |
Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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In order to complete this course, you must:
The More Details tab has a link to the Course Planners for this course.
There is a compulsory 3-day residential school for ENAG11008 Professional and Sustainable Engineering Practice held early in Term 1. Non-attendance may result in forced withdrawal from the unit.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG11008 | Professional and Sustainable Engineering Practice | |
MATH11160 | Technology Mathematics | |
MATH11247 | Foundation Mathematics | |
ENEG11009 | Fundamentals of Sustainable Energy | |
ENEG11006 | Engineering Statics | |
ENEG11007 | Engineering Industry Project Investigation |
Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 60 |
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You will complete the following units:
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENEC12008 | Geotechnical Engineering | |
ENAC12002 | Steel and Concrete Design | |
ENTC12004 | Civil Construction | |
ENEC12009 | Engineering Surveying and Spatial Sciences | |
ENEC12010 | Hydraulics and Hydrology | |
ENEG11008 | Materials for Engineers | |
ENEC12011 | Transport Systems | |
BLAR11043 | Building Systems and Services 1 |
Capstone Project
Finally, you will complete a capstone project that will confirm your ability to work as an Engineering Associate. This is a 12 credit point (12cp) project unit.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG12002 | Engineering Associate Project |
Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 60 |
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You will study the following units:
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAE12013 | Electrical Components and Circuit Analysis | |
ENAE12003 | Control Technology | |
ENEE12015 | Electrical Power Engineering | |
ENEE13018 | Analogue Electronics | |
ENAE12006 | Electrical Machines and Drives | |
ENEE13020 | Digital Electronics | |
ENEE13022 | Communication Networks | |
ENEG11008 | Materials for Engineers |
Capstone Project
Finally, you will complete a capstone project that will confirm your ability to work as an Engineering Associate. This is a 12 credit point (12cp) project unit.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG12002 | Engineering Associate Project |
Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 60 |
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The Engineering Geology major is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
The Engineering Geology major is endorsed by The Minerals Industry National Associate Degree (MINAD) Program which was established through the Minerals Tertiary Education Council (MTEC), a sub-committee of the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
The More Details tab has a link to the Course Planners for this course.
You will complete the following units:
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
PHYG12003 | Geological Science | |
CHEM11041 | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | |
ENAR11001 | Resource Geology | |
GEOG19021 | Geographic Information Systems | |
ENAR12015 | Structural Geology and Sedimentology | |
ENEC12008 | Geotechnical Engineering | |
ENAR12004 | Mine Management and Safety | |
ENAR12014 | Introduction to Mining Technology |
Capstone Project
Finally, you will complete a capstone project that will confirm your ability to work as an Engineering Associate. This is a 12 credit point (12cp) project unit.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG12002 | Engineering Associate Project |
Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 60 |
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The More Details tab has a link to the Course Planners for this course.
You will complete the following units:
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAM12003 | Engineering Fluids | |
ENAM12002 | Mechanical Analysis | |
ENEM12008 | Solid Materials Handling | |
ENAM12005 | Thermal Energy Plant | |
ENAM12006 | Mechanical Component Selection | |
ENTM12006 | Industrial Fluid Power | |
ENAM12004 | Dynamics | |
ENEG11008 | Materials for Engineers |
Capstone Project
Finally, you will complete a capstone project that will confirm your ability to work as an Engineering Associate. This is 12 credit point (12cp) project unit.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG12002 | Engineering Associate Project |
Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 60 |
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The Mining major is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
The Mining major is endorsed by The Minerals Industry National Associate Degree (MINAD) Program which was established through the Minerals Tertiary Education Council (MTEC), a sub-committee of the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
The More Details tab has a link to the Course Planners for this course.
You will complete the following units:
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
PHYG12003 | Geological Science | |
ENAR12014 | Introduction to Mining Technology | |
ENAR11001 | Resource Geology | |
ENAR12013 | Mine Planning and Design | |
ENAR12006 | Rock Engineering | |
ENAR12004 | Mine Management and Safety | |
ENEC12009 | Engineering Surveying and Spatial Sciences | |
ENEG11008 | Materials for Engineers |
Capstone Project
Finally, you will complete a capstone project that will confirm your ability to work as an Engineering Associate. This is a double-unit (12cp) project unit.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENAG12002 | Engineering Associate Project |
Students of this course are generally employed in industry and are therefore assumed to be studying part-time. The usual progression rate for a part-time student is 2 units per term. Students wishing to study in excess of 2 units per term must apply in writing to the Course Coordinator.
Course Planners
Click here for part-time and full-time planners.
As proof of work experience, students will be required to submit a formal report indicating the type of work done, the degree of responsibility involved, the person(s) to whom the student was directly responsible, and the general activities of the employer. This report should be certified by the employer. Refer to ‘Engineering Practice' document located here for further information on work experience documentation required.
You should ensure that you submit your report in a timely manner prior to your expected graduation date. You will be assessed for eligibility to graduate immediately following Certification of Grades in your final Term of study. Please allow a 2 week turn-around time for assessment of your report. Failure to meet this deadline may result in a delay to your graduation date.
Please note: That even if you are working full-time in industry whilst studying, you must still submit a report. However, if you are carrying out appropriate engineering work, you can use your normal employment as the basis of your report.
Students may only gain credit transfer for up to 67% of the overall course, on a units of credit basis, with a majority of Advanced Level units studied.
We are unable to assess credit transfer until potential students accept an offer to study with the University, however you are welcome to do a self assessment by using our Credit Transfer Kit.
Please note that study undertaken more than10 years ago is not normally considered unless the applicant can supply certified documents showing that they have been continually using the required skills in the work force. Generally only TAFE diploma level or above is recognised for credit at tertiary level.
Refer to the Credit Transfer website at http://www.cqu.edu.au/credittransfer for further details on the guidelines and application process.
All CQUniversity Associate Degree of Engineering course plans have a defined articulation path into the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) and Bachelor of Engineering (BE) courses. Students considering articulation into the BET or BE should contact their Student Advisor (Courses and Careers) at http://contactus.cqu.edu.au
It is a requirement of enrolment in this course that students have access to the CQUniversity website. Students may be required to undertake various components of study in the course using email and the Internet.
It is strongly recommended that students have access to a broadband connection or higher to access online student resources that would include but not be limited to, email, internet, video streaming, electronic assessment submission