Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills)/Bachelor of Engineering Science (6046)
- Approved Abbreviation: DipAeroInd/BEngSc
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 6046
- AQF Level: 7
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
NOTE: This program is currently not taking any new enrolments.
This program has been suspended from 2023.
The fourth industrial revolution, also known as Industry 4.0, is affecting almost every industry worldwide and rapidly transforming how businesses operate. The Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills) is designed to equip students with the relevant employability skills required to successfully navigate Aerotropolis Industry 4.0, in addition to equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and attributes required for further studies in Engineering. The Diploma presents students with subjects from the first year of the Bachelor of Engineering Science degree and the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). The Diploma is designed to develop student’s ability to work autonomously, work within teams, problem solve real-world issues within their field, as well as offering a cultural induction in to the Aerotropolis Industry.
The first year of this program is delivered online by Western Sydney University, The College as an agent of Western Sydney University, in an environment focused specifically on supporting students to make the transition into university study.
A Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills) exit point is available at the end of the first year of the program.
For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.
Western Sydney University, The College
For program advice during your first year of study, please use the contact below under ‘Program Advice’. For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for the Bachelor of Bachelor of Engineering Science.
Bachelor of Engineering Science
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 80 credit points with a 7178 Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills)
Study Mode
Three years full-time
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Full Time | Online | See above |
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Part Time | Internal | See above |
| Penrith Campus | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Penrith Campus | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
Completion of Year 12 with specified ATAR to be determined year by year, or completed Certificate III or higher, or equivalent work experience.
Equivalent experience includes
- Minimum of 1-year full time equivalent Trade work experience; or
- 2 years’ full time equivalent Professional work experience; or
- 5 years’ General work experience.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
Assumed Knowledge: Two subjects of Science and two subjects Mathematics (not General Mathematics).
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 240 credit points which include the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
The early exit College Diploma consists of 80 credit points which includes two College Preparatory Western Sydney University The College Subjects.
Recommended Sequence
Western Sydney University The College Subjects
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Block | ||
| ENGR 1049 | Introduction to Engineering Practice (Block) | 10 |
| 2nd Block | ||
| ELEC 1011 | Engineering Computing (Block) | 10 |
| 3rd Block | ||
| MATH 1036 | Mathematics for Engineers Preliminary (UG Cert) | 10 |
| 4th Block | ||
| ENGR 1051 | Engineering Physics (Block) | 10 |
| 5th Block | ||
| ENGR 1048 | Engineering Materials (UG Cert) | 10 |
| 6th Block | ||
| ELEC 1012 | Electrical Fundamentals (Block) | 10 |
| 7th Block | ||
| ENGR 1052 | Fundamentals of Mechanics (Block) | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 70 | |
Students may exit at this point and graduate with the Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills) following a passing grade in all of the above subjects. Students who progress onto Year Two may also be awarded the Diploma if they gain a passing grade in all of the above subjects.
Students must pass at least 70 credit points of University level subjects in Year One before progressing to the Year Two subjects.
Western Sydney University Subjects
For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for the Bachelor of Engineering Science
Bachelor of Engineering Science
Year 2 - Year 3
Students must then select one of the following majors
Penrith and Parramatta Campuses