Mechanical Engineer
What's it like to be a Mechanical Engineer?
Mechanical Engineers work in the broadest field of engineering, using their knowledge of mechanical power to develop and build machinery, tools, engines and other products.
Mechanical Engineers work throughout all phases of product life cycle, including: design, development, installation, testing and maintenance.
Mechanical Engineers work across a range of industries, including aviation, transport, power generation, and manufacturing. They may also choose to specialise in a sub-discipline of mechanical engineering, such as acoustics, medical devices, building services, or noise control.
What can I earn as a Mechanical Engineer?
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How to become a Mechanical Engineer
- Complete a bachelor degree in the field of engineering. This will usually be a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering). Entry to these courses is generally based on Year 12 results and having met the requirements for prerequisite subjects (usually mathematics and physics).
- To work independently as a Mechanical Engineer, most states require you to have a Professional Engineer’s Licence. This is usually gained after at least four years of practice as an engineer.
- Mechanical Engineers may undertake a postgraduate degree in mechanical engineering in order to increase their chances of becoming a consultant, manager or project leader.
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Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Honours)
This degree will prepare you to work in the mechanical engineering industry. It also includes an embedded honours year.
Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
If you already have a background in engineering or instrumentation, this master degree will prepare you for advanced career opportunities in the industry.
Bachelor of Science
Develop broad skills in science to prepare for opportunities in a range of industries with this qualification.
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