Master of Engineering
(Aerospace)
Program snapshot
Program code: MC225
DURATION
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 4 years
* Most lectures take place at the City campus, with some lab classes run at the Bundoora campus. Some projects in the Masters
Research Project course may require travel to the Bundoora campus. Alternative projects based at the City campus are available.
This program develops advanced knowledge and skills in aerospace engineering and prepares
you to become a leader, consultant or manager in the aerospace and aviation industries.
Youll learn how to analyse complex engineering
assets in the aerospace and aviation environment,
and develop engineering, scientific and technological
solutions to ensure problem-free operations.
As the aerospace industry is associated with
cutting-edge technology, youll learn how to find
innovative solutions for challenging problems
and opportunities from an array of possibilities.
These skills will be gained through systematic
problem-solving and engineering/technological
systems design methodologies operating in
the industry.
Learning and teaching
A range of learning and teaching approaches
are used within this program to develop your
capabilities and to assist you in developing
skills as an independent and lifelong learner.
Industry connections
Industry plays a vital role in the development,
delivery and assessment of the program through
membership of the Program Advisory Committee
(PAC), which comprises industry representatives,
academic staff and alumni.
You will undertake activities and interact with
industry and communities in real-work contexts
or situations. Any or all of these aspects of a work-
integrated learning experience may be simulated.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) has been
incorporated into the final year Masters Research
Project where you will work on a capstone project.
These projects are either directly connected with
industry or simulate the situation of a graduate
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LOCATION
City and Bundoora
campuses*
in industry reporting to a supervisor with whom
they meet regularly. In cases where the project
is directly connected with industry, the industry
partner is usually involved in the assessment.
Career outlook
Graduates will be equipped with advanced
knowledge and skills to further their career
in aerospace engineering, operations, or
consultancy in aviation, mechanical engineering
and automotive engineering as:
a research and development leader
introducing new technologies and research
and development
a team leader implementing operational
strategies
an operations manager responsible for
the competitive performance of a unit
a consultant providing specialist
technical advice to industry.
Professional recognition
This program does not yet have accreditation from
Engineers Australia. Accreditation will be sought
for this program as soon as it is feasible to do
so within the accreditation timelines set by
Engineers Australia.
International opportunities
You have the opportunity to complete a dual
masters degree program with FH Aachen
University of Applied Sciences in Aachen,
Germany. You will spend two semesters at RMIT
and two semesters at the partner university,
earning a masters degree from each university.
2017
Postgraduate
Coursework
PROGRAM MANAGER
Dr Jose M. Silva
Tel. +61 3 9925 8019
Email: jose.silva@rmit.edu.au
Five students per year have the opportunity to
undertake the dual masters award and selection
is based on academic merit (cumulative GPA).
Program structure
The Master consists of 192 credit points.
The program aims to provide you with skills
to step up as a project leader, consultant or
manager with advanced knowledge to lead the
introduction of new technologies and operating
practices in aerospace and aviation organisations.
Core subject areas include structures and
materials, aerodynamics and performance,
propulsion, avionics and ATM systems, flight
dynamics and control and aircraft design.
The program is complemented by a range
of elective courses relevant to the aviation
industry to tailor your study plan according
to your professional interests.
Work experience
As part of the program you must complete
at least 12 weeks of work experience in a
professional engineering environment. Work
experience completed prior to joining this
program and after commencing a relevant
bachelor degree (see Entry requirements) may
count towards the work experience component.
Master of Engineering (Aerospace)

Year 1 Options List International Engineering Management

Complete the following core courses: Aviation option courses: Planning and Control
Airworthiness Management Frameworks
Aircraft & Air Transportation Modelling & simulation option courses:
Aerospace Materials Engineering Risk Management in Aviation
Advanced CAE
Thermofluids and Propulsion Systems Human Factors in Aviation Safety
Aerodynamics and Flight Performance Modelling and Simulation of
Aviation Safety Systems Engineering Systems
Advanced Aircraft Structural Analysis
Flight Dynamics and Control. Aircraft Structural Integrity Product Lifecycle Design and Management
Incident and Accident Investigation Virtual Validation, Documentation and
And complete two courses of your choice
from the options list. Airport Design and Operations Maintenance
Aircraft Maintenance Methods and Models of Operations Research
Year 2
Engineering Sustainability in Aviation Time Series Analysis
Complete the following core courses:
Airline Operations Management System Dynamics
Research Methods in Engineering
Aerospace Design and Optimisation Aircraft Certification System Simulation and Characterisation
Avionics and ATM Systems. Intelligent Transport Systems
Manufacturing & mechatronics
And complete: Engineering management option courses: option courses:
Masters Research Project System Engineering Principles Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
Or Project Management Lean Manufacturing

Masters Research Project Part 1 Building Quality Organisations Design for Manufacture
Masters Research Project Part 2. Logistics Engineering and Systems Computer Integrated Manufacturing

And complete one course from the options Innovation and Technology Management Engineering Manufacturing
list of your choice (not previously completed). Engineering Economic Strategy Advanced Mechatronics System Design
Advanced Robotic Systems

How to apply Entry requirements

Direct to RMIT University: An Australian Bachelor of Technology, mechanical, manufacturing, mechatronics
rmit.edu.au/programs/apply/direct Bachelor of Engineering Science or Bachelor or automotive engineering.
of Engineering, or equivalent, in the fields Applicants with a GPA less than 2.5 out of 4.0
Semester 1, 2017 of aerospace, mechanical, manufacturing, may be considered on a case-by-case basis,
Applications open 14 August 2016 mechatronics or automotive engineering, with with consideration given to at least two years
a Grade Point Average (GPA) of equal to or relevant work experience in industry.
Timely applications close greater than 2.5 out of 4.0
10 November 2016 International qualifications are assessed
Semester 2, 2017 OR according to the Australian Qualifications
Applications open 1 May 2017 An Australian Master of Engineering or PhD, Framework (AQF).
Timely applications close 31 May 2017 or equivalent, in the fields of aerospace,
Late applications will continue to be
accepted after this date if places are
still available.
Fees (indicative)
2017 indicative fees Fees shown above apply to 2017 only and
Credit and exemptions Commonwealth supported places (CSPs)
are based on an annual full-time study load
of 96 credit points unless otherwise noted. A
range from AU$6,349 to AU$10,596 proportionate fee applies for more or less than
If you have completed shared
Full-fee: AU$29,760 per annum the full-time study load. Tuition fees are adjusted
courses from the Master of Engineering
(Airworthiness), you will be eligible on an annual basis and these fees should only
How much youll pay will depend on whether
for relevant credit transfers. be used as a guide.
youre offered a Commonwealth supported
place or a full-fee place. Entry for this program For more information and to learn how
is primarily through CSPs. Government to calculate your exact tuition fees see
financial assistance is available to eligible
students regardless of the type of place rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/postgraduate
you enrol in.

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