Associate Degree in Engineering - OUA

About this course

Studying this Associate Degree in Engineering program through Open Universities Australia is the first step toward launching your career as an engineer.

Upon completion of this course you will have the necessary knowledge and training to jump into an accredited Bachelor of Engineering degree, to complete your engineering training. This associate degree program will give you an educational foundation in key engineering principles and tools, including mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer techniques, electrical systems, and sustainable engineering practice.

This knowledge will help you to progress into more specialised areas of study if you choose to continue with the bachelor’s degree.

To complete this engineering course, you will need to complete two units of on-campus study at the University of South Australia. These include practical and laboratory classes.

Eligibility

Anyone can apply.

Areas of study

In this Associate Degree in Engineering program, some of the subjects you will study include:

• Essential mathematics1: algebra and trigonometry
• Essential mathematics 2: calculus
• Computer techniques
• Electrical and energy systems
• Sustainable engineering practice
• Engineering design and innovation
• Mathematical methods for engineers 1
• Mathematical methods for engineers 2
• Engineering materials mechanics
• Physics
• General physics
• Introduction to chemistry

Study periods

Open Universities courses are offered in specific study intakes every year, known as Study Periods or Sessions. This means more flexibility as you can choose when to start studying. If you are studying undergraduate units you can start at the beginning of any of the four Study Periods each year, each lasting 13 weeks. Most postgraduate courses are offered in three Sessions per year, with each Session lasting 14 weeks. Exams are usually held in the week following the end of each Study Period or Session.

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Financial options

If you are an Australian citizen you may be eligible to receive Abstudy/Austudy, Youth Allowance, HECS-HELP or scholarships.

Student support

Open Universities Australia offers a range of administrative and student support options. As a student of OUA you will have access to online tutoring services, student advisor forums, student counselling and career advice and support.

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How will this course advance my career?

A qualification in engineering will give you a wide variety of career options within fields such as mining and natural resources, building and construction, industrial design, planning and development, defence and environmental engineering.

This associate degree is intended to provide a foundation for further study in engineering and is also particularly useful to those already working as engineering paraprofessionals, providing them with additional skills and training.

How else will I benefit from this associate degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an Associate Degree in Engineering from the University of South Australia, as if you had studied on campus.
• Flexible study: studying by correspondence means you study on your terms – at a time and place that suits you.
• Government financial support available through FEE-HELP.
• Recognition of Prior Learning may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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