Foundation Program (Standard) (Engineering) (089916J) + Diploma of Engineering (063385A) + Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) (079996J)

Program Description The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs. It aims to prepare students for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or for entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor degree.

The course consists of either a standard or extended track program. The standard track program consists of eight academic units: five core units and three elective units. The extended track program has an additional four units.

Various support services focusing on language, literacy and numeracy assistance are also available to help students in their studies. Each unit includes four hours of classes per week. Assessment for all units is continuous and includes tests, assignments and case study analysis. Most units have a final two-hour examination. To graduate from the Deakin College Foundation Program, students must complete and pass all eight units in the standard program or 12 units in the extended program.

Deakin College’s Diploma of Engineering is a broad introductory course that will prepare students with the skills and knowledge for a full spectrum of opportunities in the field. Students can choose to specialise in civil, electrical and electronics, environmental, mechanical or mechatronics engineering when they enter second year of their Deakin University bachelor degree.

By studying Deakin University’s Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours), students will be able to confidently apply principles of technology and science to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. They will learn the design, engineering and entrepreneurial skills required to develop and run the complex mechanical systems, devices and machines of the future.

This highly sought-after skill set allows them to transition into a variety of engineering roles, from automotive manufacturing and robotics design, assistive technology necessary in the health sector or through to engineering spacecrafts fit for deep space. Graduates can expect to gain employment in supplier companies, leading manufacturing and design companies, aircraft, ship building, automotive, aerospace and biomedical areas.