Engineering Studies

Engineering Studies

Course Description

Both Preliminary and HSC courses offer students knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of engineering that include communication, engineering mechanics/hydraulics, engineering materials, historical/societal influences, engineering electricity/electronics, and the scope of the profession. Students study engineering by investigating a range of applications and fields of engineering.

What students learn

Preliminary Course

Students undertake the study of 4 compulsory modules:

THREE application modules based on engineering concepts and impacts through the study of engineering products. Engineering concepts and impacts are studied in each of the following categories:

• Engineering Fundamentals
• Engineered Products and
• Braking Systems

ONE focus module relating to the field of Biomedical Engineering.

HSC Course

Students undertake the study of 4 compulsory modules:

• TWO application modules relating to the fields of:
• Civil Structures and
• Personal and Public Transport
• TWO focus modules relating to the fields of:
• Aeronautical Engineering and
• Telecommunications Engineering.

Students are required to produce engineering reports to explore and explain engineering principles and concepts.