Mechanical Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
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Prepare for a wide range of engineering careers with the Mechanical Engineering major in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at AUT. Gain analytical and design skills and industry-aligned experience while learning to address modern and future challenges in engineering.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Understand key principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and manufacturing
Students will gain deep knowledge in core topics including mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, manufacturing processes, and materials science.
Apply theoretical knowledge through practical industry experience
Graduates complete 800 hours of supervised work experience, developing familiarity with industry practices, engineering procedures, and health and safety responsibilities.
Develop analytical and design skills in mechanical engineering
Graduates will be able to apply analytical and design techniques to solve complex engineering problems in fields such as transportation, energy, robotics, and manufacturing.
What You're Signing Up For
The Mechanical Engineering major within AUT's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) equips students with a broad base of mechanical engineering skills relevant to fields such as transportation, energy, robotics, manufacturing, and medical technologies. The programme develops strong analytical and design capabilities and integrates work experience through an industry project. Students study key topics like mechanical design, thermodynamics, manufacturing, mechatronics, and more, and must complete at least 800 hours of supervised work experience, preparing them for successful careers in a fast-evolving engineering sector.
Course Content
- Sustainable engineering design
- Engineering mathematics (I, II, III)
- Engineering mechanics
- Electrical engineering fundamentals
- Programming concepts and techniques
- Collaborative practices
- Engineering materials
- Manufacturing technology
- Mechanisms and dynamics of machinery
- Solid mechanics (I & II)
- Thermodynamics
- Engineering design methodology
- Fluid mechanics
- Engineering management
- System dynamics and vibrations
- Advanced manufacturing technology
- Engineering numerical techniques and statistical analysis
- Mechanical design
- Mechatronics design and control
- Heat transfer
- Final year research project (Parts A & B)
- Innovation and research management
- Elective and optional advanced courses (e.g., computer aided engineering, advanced mechanical design, biomedical thermofluids modelling, industrial robotics, fracture mechanics and failure analysis, advanced measuring systems)
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 3 including at least 14 credits in each of Physics, Calculus, and one other approved subject; or equivalent qualifications
English language requirements apply for international students
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Energy
Transportation
Future employment opportunities might be
Mechanical Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Engineer and General Manager
Product Designer
Project Manager