mechatronics | training & career pathways
Government of Western Australia
North Metropolitan TAFE
Training & Career pathways
Mechatronics
Qualification
Diploma of Engineering - Technical
(Mechatronics) (WB83) (National ID: MEM50212)
Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechatronics)
(WB92) (National ID: MEM60112)
*Curtin University
Bachelor of Engineering Diploma of Engineering
(Mechanical Engineering)
*Murdoch University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Industrial
Computer Systems Engineering/Instrumentation
Process & Control/Electrical Power Engineering)
mechatronics
Get moving with mechatronics
Mechatronics is based on elements of mechanical
engineering, electrical and electronic engineering
and computer science, but it is a distinct discipline
in its own right. A mechatronics engineer is someone
who can understand and merge various pieces
of technology and integrate them to produce a
working system. This new Diploma is the perfect
preparation for a new, rapidly evolving industry.
The course has a focus on ‘hands on’
learning and practical skills sought by industry.
You’ll use programmable logic controller (PLC)
equipment for automation tasks (materials
handling, robotics, production) for both
pneumatic and electrical equipment.
Gain skills in computer aided drafting (CAD) so you
can interpret and create drawings of components.
You can then use the drawings in the manufacture
of equipment using workshop machinery (lathes,
welding, tapping etc).
Learning about fluid power will give you the skills
and knowledge to set up and connect pneumatic
equipment. You’ll learn how to solder and test
electronics and then use the knowledge to build
electronic equipment.
The course builds your skills in electrical
machinery, mechanical principles and equipment.
Covering both materials and use of material
Career pathway
Junior Drafter
Junior Project Supervisor
Industrial Automation Technician
Design Draftsperson
Technical Lead
Industrial Automation Engineering Associate
Mechatronics Engineer
testing equipment, the course also teaches you
techniques for writing technical documents.
Assessment is project based so you will apply what
you have learnt to build equipment and systems.
The first semester of the Diploma of Engineering
- Technical (Mechatronics) and the Diploma of
Engineering - Technical (Mechanical) share the
same subjects and you can switch between the
two streams by your choice of electives or by
studying additional electives you could gain both
qualifications.
These qualifications can be applied over a wide
variety of areas including:
• mining & mineral processing
• manufacturing
• oil & gas industry
• automotive industry
• aviation & shipbuilding
• road & rail transport
• defence
• agriculture, fishing & food processing
Mechatronics is a specialisation of mechanical
engineering with a greater focus on industrial
automation instead of purely mechanical concepts.
You can also continue your studies at North
Metro in the Advanced Diploma of Engineering
(Mechatronics)and gain credits towards an
Engineering degree.
mechatronics | training & career pathways
Duration
Location
Study modes Entrance requirements
Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechatronics)
One year full-time
Perth Campus and
East Perth Campus
Full-time
Well developed communication
and maths skills
Full-time
Well developed communication
and maths skills
Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechatronics)
Two years OR
One year with completion
of Diploma of Engineering Technical (Mechatronics)
Perth Campus and
East Perth Campus
mechatronics
VET FEE-HELP
Students doing Diploma and Advanced Diploma
courses may be eligible for VET FEE-HELP, an Australian
Government loan that helps eligible students complete
their qualification without having to pay fees upfront.
Entrance requirements conversion table
Communication skills
basic
well
highly
developed developed developed
English (Year 10)
C
C
English – Stage 1
D
C/B
A
-
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
English – Stage 2
-
D
C
B/A
RPL is a way of using your existing skills to get a
formal qualification or parts of a qualification.
For more information contact Student Services on
1300 300 822.
English – Stage 3
-
-
-
D/C/B/A
Mathematics (Year 10)
C
C
University pathways
Mathematics – Stage 1
D
C/B
A
-
Mathematics – Stage 2
-
D
C
B/A
Mathematics – Stage 3
-
-
-
D/C/B/A
For more information on credits or university entry, go
to northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
International
For more information about Central’s courses for
international students visit northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
or call +61 8 9427 1873.
Maths skills
basic
B
-
well
highly
developed developed developed
B
-
North Metropolitan TAFE makes every attempt to ensure the information
contained in this flyer is current and accurate at the time of printing.
Please note however the course information is subject to change and
alterations to course offerings may be necessary. Please call us on
1300 300 822 or visit our website www.nmtafe.wa.edu.au for the most up to
date course information.
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Published June 2016