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Monash University Handbook 2010Postgraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of Engineering courses collation-pg-byfaculty-eng 3264 - Graduate Certificate in Infrastructure Engineering and ManagementThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis graduate certificate provides a course of study for infrastructure engineering and management professionals wishing to expand their skills in areas of relevance to the planning, design, management and operation of facilities. ObjectivesGraduates will:
StructureStudents complete four units. RequirementsStudents choose :
The number of units required may vary depending on whether any credit has been granted for prior studies. Group 1 - Core unitsSelect two units from:
Group 2 - Elective unitsSelect one unit from:
Group 3 - Business and Economics electives
Total: 24 points Progression to further studiesStudents who have satisfactorily completed 24 points with a 65% average may articulate to the Graduate Diploma in Infrastructure Engineering and Management. Award(s)Graduate Certificate in Infrastructure Engineering and Management 1764 - Graduate Certificate in Maintenance ManagementThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThe program is designed for technical staff in full-time employment in the asset management field and gives the basic elements of maintenance knowledge and skills. ObjectivesGraduates of this program will be able to refresh some aspects of their academic training or embark on a new aspect of training in maintenance management or reliability engineering. StructureStudents complete four core units. Requirements
Total: 24 points Minimum grade for articulation65 per cent average. Progression to further studiesUpon successful completion of the graduate certificate students can articulate to the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Maintenance Management (and then to the Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering). Completion of the requirements for each course with an average of at least 65 per cent is required. Award(s)Graduate Certificate in Maintenance Management 1765 - Graduate Certificate in Reliability EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThe program covers technical aspects of reliability engineering, focusing on reliability and availability of systems. It is mathematically based and designed primarily for graduate engineers. ObjectivesGraduates of this program will be able to refresh some aspects of their academic training. or embark on a new aspect of training in maintenance management or reliability engineering. StructureStudents complete four core units. RequirementsStudents complete:
Total: 24 points Minimum grade for articulation65 per cent average. Progression to further studiesUpon successful completion of the graduate certificate students can articulate to the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Maintenance Management (and then to the Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering). Completion of the requirements for each course with an average of at least 65 per cent is required. Award(s)Graduate Certificate in Reliability Engineering 2864 - Graduate Certificate in Transport and TrafficThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis graduate certificate provides a course of study for transport and traffic professionals wishing to expand their skills in areas of relevance to the planning, design, management and operation of transport and traffic facilities. ObjectivesGraduates should be able to:
StructureStudents complete four units. RequirementsCore unitsElective unitsSelect two units from:
Total: 24 points Progression to further studiesStudents who have satisfactorily completed 24 points with a 65% average may articulate to the Postgraduate Diploma in Transport and Traffic. Award(s)Graduate Certificate in Transport and Traffic 1753 - Graduate Diploma in Engineering Maintenance ManagementThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis course is designed for engineers and other technical people who are involved with asset management of industrial, public sector or defence systems. StructureStudents complete eight core units. RequirementsStudents complete:
Total: 48 points Minimum grade for articulation65 per cent average. Progression to further studiesStudents may articulate to the Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering on successful completion of this graduate diploma with an average of not less than 65 per cent. Award(s)Graduate Diploma in Engineering Maintenance Management 0033 - Graduate Diploma in Materials EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis course is primarily aimed at graduates in science, applied science, metallurgy, or in branches of engineering other than materials engineering who, having been in employment for some time, are interested in further training in the materials area. ObjectivesThis course gives those people employed in professional or middle management positions within materials technology the opportunity to acquire training in the fundamentals of metallurgical, ceramic and polymer engineering. StructureStudents complete units to the value of at least 48 points (some students may need to undertake more than the required 48 points in order to establish a suitable knowledge base) taken from third and fourth years of the undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering in the field of materials engineering as listed below. Students will normally include the following in their unit choices: In addition, it is expected that some candidates may need to undertake preliminary units, particularly relating to materials in which they may have had little previous experience. A course prescription will be arranged in consultation with each student and must be approved by the head of department. The selection of units will be such as to emphasise the interdisciplinary nature of materials engineering and to provide basic training in the three major classes of materials, ie metals, polymers, and ceramics. Students will then be required to develop a major interest in a chosen class of material. RequirementsStudents select eight approved units from:
Total: 48 points Award(s)Graduate Diploma in Materials Engineering 0151 - Graduate Diploma in Pulp and Paper TechnologyThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionThis course is primarily aimed at graduates with a three-year or four-year degree with limited experience in the pulp and paper industry. StructureThe course will comprise a selection of units to the value of 48 points offered in conjunction with the Master of Engineering Science (Coursework and Minor Thesis) program in pulp and paper technology. The unit selection for each candidate for the diploma will be arranged in consultation with academic staff of the department and must be approved by the head of the department. RequirementsStudents select eight approved units from:
Total: 48 points Award(s)Graduate Diploma in Pulp and Paper Technology 3263 - Postgraduate Diploma in Infrastructure Engineering and ManagementThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis postgraduate diploma is designed for engineers/skilled professionals who wish to pursue advanced study in infrastructure engineering and management, previously studied as part of their undergraduate or graduate certificate training. ObjectivesGraduates will:
Credit for prior studiesStudents may articulate from the Graduate Certificate in Infrastructure Engineering and Management with a 65% average into this postgraduate diploma. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureStudents normally complete:
The number of units required may vary depending on whether any credit has been granted for prior studies. RequirementsGroup 1 - Core units
Group 2 - Elective unitsSelect up to three units from:
Group 3 - Business and Economics electives
Total: 48 points Progression to further studiesStudents who have satisfactorily completed the postgraduate diploma with a 65% average may articulate to the Master of Infrastructure Engineering and Management. Award(s)Postgraduate Diploma in Infrastructure Engineering and Management 2863 - Postgraduate Diploma in Transport and TrafficThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis postgraduate diploma is designed for engineers/skilled professionals who wish to pursue advanced study in transport and traffic engineering, previously studied as part of their undergraduate training. ObjectivesGraduates should be able to:
RequirementsStudents must complete 24 points as follows: Core units
* Students awarded credit for the graduate certificate do not undertake these units but must make up the required credit points for the graduate diploma by selecting sufficient units from the elective units listed below. Students exiting from the masters must have undertaken all three core units. Elective unitsDepending on previous studies, select one to three units from:
Total: 24 points Progression to further studiesStudents who have satisfactorily completed this postgraduate diploma with a 65% average may articulate to either the Master of Transport or the Master of Traffic. Award(s)Postgraduate Diploma in Transport and Traffic 3285 - Master of Aerospace EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionThis course is offered in partnership with the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Glasgow. It is intended for engineering graduates who are employed in the aerospace industry or those who wish to seek employment in this industry. The course comprises eight units specific to the aerospace industry, which build on the student's theoretical engineering knowledge and enhance this through practical examples. The course covers the interaction of structural mechanics, aerodynamics and avionics with aspects of aerospace engineering and design. Students learn to apply analytical techniques and methodologies to rigorously assess aerospace engineering projects and to design optimal solutions for aerospace engineering problems within budgetary and technical constraints. Graduates of this course also develop an understanding of regulatory and governance requirements relevant to the aerospace industry. ObjectivesGraduates will:
StructureStudents complete eight core units. RequirementsStudents complete: Core units
Elective units Total: 48 points * Denotes University of Glasgow units. ** Students opting to do a research project need to seek advice from the course director before enrolling. The course director will nominate which two core units will be replaced by MAE5409 and MAE5410 in the course structure. Award(s)Master of Aerospace Engineering 0036 - Master of Engineering Science (Coursework and Minor Thesis)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionThis course aims to provide students with the scientific and technical understanding of paper properties, pulping, papermaking and associated operations. Students will be brought into close contact with the industry through the contribution made to the course by lecturers from pulp and paper companies, mill and plant visits, minor thesis projects and attendance at the annual Appita conference. ObjectivesThe course will prepare graduates for a career in the pulp and paper industry, and enhance the performance of those already in the industry, by providing them with a detailed understanding of the properties of paper and paper products, of the science and engineering behind the production of pulp and paper, and of issues and fields related to their manufacture. StructureStudents choose 54 points of electives from the list below, and complete a minor thesis. RequirementsCore unit
Elective unitsSelect 54 points from:
Total: 72 points Award(s)Master of Engineering Science (Coursework and Minor Thesis) 3292 - Master of Engineering Science (Research)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionStudents are required to undertake a research project in their area of specialisation. Major areas of specialisation are outlined below. Research areasChemical engineeringChemical reactor engineering, coal conversion processes, particle technology, advanced particle engineering, economic, environmental and sustainability assessment of process technologies, pulp and paper technology, surface coatings, rheology, biochemical engineering, food engineering, solid-liquid separation, corrosion, adsorption processes, design and synthesis of adsorbent materials using nanotemplating techniques, and nanostructured materials and membranes. Civil engineeringStructural engineering, geoengineering, water resources and environmental engineering, transport and traffic engineering. Electrical and computer systems engineeringComputer systems and software engineering, control engineering, electronics, telecommunications engineering, electrical power systems, biomedical engineering and robotics. Materials engineeringEngineering light alloys, advanced polymer science and engineering, biomaterials and tissue engineering, electronic and magnetic materials, thermo-mechanical processing, corrosion, nanomaterials, materials characterisation, modelling and simulation of processes and properties, structural and functional ceramics. Mechanical engineeringAerodynamics, fluid mechanics, turbulence, structural mechanics, aerospace engineering, composites, heat transfer, micro/nano fluid and solid mechanics, biological engineering, robotics, mechatronics, railway engineering and maintenance engineering. ObjectivesThe objective of the course is for students to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant research techniques in their field through a review of the relevant literature. They will then demonstrate their ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Students will be able to:
CandidatureProbationary candidatureA candidate whose preparation and potential for MEngSc(Research) studies may be adequate, but for whom some doubt exists in respect of either or both, may be considered for probationary candidature. Such a candidate will be required to pass a probationary prescription recommended by the head of department or school. This prescription may take different forms dependent upon the nature of candidature, eg the requirement to prepare an adequate literature survey and research program proposal in the candidate's chosen field of study. Admission to full candidature will follow on receipt of an appropriate recommendation from the head of department or school which includes examiners' reports on the documentation submitted. Full-time and part-time candidatureCandidature is either on a full-time or part-time basis as determined by a committee of the faculty board. The duration of the full-time candidature is normally 24 months, although regulations allow for a minimum completion time of 12 months in special circumstances. Every two months of part-time study counts as one month of full-time study for the purpose of calculation of duration of candidature. There are no levels of candidature other than part-time or full-time. Part-time candidature is permitted under the following guidelines: (a.) the supervisor shall be a full-time member of the academic staff of the University. An associate supervisor may be an appropriately qualified member of an external organisation. If the associate supervisor is from an external organisation, frequent communication with the supervisor should be maintained. (b.) the topic of the thesis shall be decided by the candidate in consultation with the supervisor. (c.) a candidate may undertake part-time studies subject to the following contstraints: (i.) in order to undertake part-time candidature, a candidate must be able to devote the equivalent of a minimum of two days per week to the pursuit of the research project. (ii.) where the postgraduate's research work involves the systematic use of the University facilities, the faculty may require that these two days be weekdays. (iii.) where the candidate is engaged in full-time employment, the head of the department or school will be required to certify that the head is satisfied that the candidate is able to spend the equivalent of two days a week in pursuit of the research project. (d.) the candidate must discuss progress with the supervisor in person at least once each calendar month. (e.) the candidate must attend the University frequently and on a regular basis; one day per week on average is considered the minimum necessary. (f.) the candidate must attend all such courses, seminars, workshops etc as are deemed necessary by the head of department (in the case of a regular seminar or lecture series a minimum of 80 per cent attendance may be deemed adequate). (g.) the candidate shall be required to undertake the equivalent of three months of full-time study within the University (including its research stations and teaching hospitals); the apportionment of that attendance period should be determined by the faculty at the time of application but need not be continuous. (h.) where the candidate is engaged in full-time employment, the head of department or school will be required to certify at the time of application that the head is satisfied that the candidate will be able to comply with the residency requirements of this regulation. (i.) the supervisor and head shall certify that the requirements for candidature have been met and an annual report of attendance and progress will be presented. (j.) the thesis is to be available for publication. (k.) off-campus equipment and other facilities may be used with the permission of the head and supervisor. Whenever feasible, on campus facilities shall be used or developed in preference to off-campus. The research office will maintain a master list of all candidates enrolled on a part-time basis. There may well be circumstances in which to ensure equity with regard to duration of candidature, a supervisor may wish to recommend that a part-time candidate be registered as a full-time candidate who is undertaking field work (see regulation seven of the MEngSc(Research) regulations available at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/calendar/facultyregs/regs-eng05.html). External candidatureIn special circumstances, external candidature for the MEngSc(Research) is available for interstate and international students. External candidates must attend on-campus in Australia for the first three months of candidature. After this period, a minimum of 15 days of attendance per year at the department for the duration of candidature is required. Apportionment of these days is determined on a case-by-case basis. A portion of this attendance can be off-campus, provided that the candidate is able to interact with the principal or associate (university) supervisor during this time. Proposals for programs considered equivalent to 15 days of residency will be considered by the faculty as they arise. Regular interactive communication between candidate and supervisor should take place at least once a month via telephone, video conference or other interactive communication. Candidates may be permitted to transfer between standard and external candidature in special circumstances, as assessed on a case-by-case basis. External candidates are permitted to transfer to external PhD candidature under the same guidelines which apply to standard candidature. All external candidates are admitted on a probationary basis. RequirementsCandidates are required to write a major thesis in one of the areas of specialisation outlined above. The thesis must represent a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the discipline concerned and should demonstrate the capacity to carry out independent research. Mechanical engineering candidatesCandidates undertaking research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering are also required to complete two compulsory coursework units: Award(s)Master of Engineering Science (Research) 3262 - Master of Infrastructure Engineering and ManagementThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThe program in infrastructure engineering and management is a response to the growing need for engineers with broad awareness of the characteristics and significance of infrastructure, including its technological, economic and social impact. At the same time, the program outlines the state-of-the-art of infrastructure engineering and management as it may be applied to the solution of real problems in the planning, design, management and operation of facilities. The course is aimed at giving students a thorough understanding of the nature of infrastructure and its operation and management. To achieve these aims, the development of appropriate analytical skills and practical knowledge is stressed, together with recognition of the role of other disciplines in tackling infrastructure-related issues. The course is primarily aimed at applicants with a few years postgraduate experience who wish to have formal education in this field. Engineers working with public transport authorities, or in local government, and people with an interest in infrastructure planning or research will find the course beneficial. The masters program is designed and administered with the assistance of professionals in the field. Through these contributions, which includes representatives of government departments, local government, research institutions and private firms with an interest in infrastructure, the department is kept abreast of needs and opportunities related to infrastructure education. ObjectivesGraduates will:
StructureThe course consists of 48 credit points of sudy as follows:
RequirementsGroup 1 - Core units
Group 2 - Engineering elective unitsSelect up to three units from:
Group 3 - Business and Economics electivesSelect up to three units from the units offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics coded 9xxx. Details of these units is available at http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/study. Total: 48 points Award(s)Master of Infrastructure Engineering and Management 2319 - Master of Maintenance and Reliability EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionThis course is designed for graduate engineers who are involved with asset management of industrial, public sector or defence systems. ObjectivesGraduates gain a thorough knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of maintenance engineering and of current industry issues on a regional, national and global basis and thus equip an engineer for a wide range of commercial and career opportunities. Graduates will be able to:
Credit for prior studiesStudents may articulate from the Graduate Certificate in Reliability Engineering or the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Maintenance Management with an average of 65 per cent across all eight units. StructureThis course comprises one core unit and elective units to the value of 48 points. RequirementsCore unit
ElectivesStudents select the number of units needed from the list below (depending on any credit granted) to bring the total number of credit points completed to 48:
Total: 48 points Alternative exit(s)Students wishing to exit the Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering early may apply to graduate with one of the following, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award:
Award(s)Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering 3271 - Master of TrafficThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis degree is part of a program incorporating the Master of Transport and Master of Traffic. The program in transport and traffic is a response to the growing need for engineers with broad awareness of the characteristics and significance of transport, including its technological, economic and social impact. At the same time, the program outlines the state-of-the-art of transport engineering, as it may be applied to the solution of real problems in the planning, design, management and operation of transport facilities. The course is aimed at giving the student a thorough understanding of the nature of transport demand and the role of transport in the modern community, a familiarity with the characteristics of modern transport technology, and the ability to appraise and evaluate solutions to transport problems. To achieve these aims, the development of appropriate analytical skills and practical knowledge is stressed, together with recognition of the role of other disciplines in tackling transport-related issues. For these reasons, the program will have particular appeal to people with a few years postgraduate experience in transport wishing to have formal education in this field. Engineers working with road, traffic or public transport authorities, or in local government, and people with an interest in transport planning or research will find the course to be of benefit. The postgraduate program in transport and traffic was designed with the assistance of a Department of Civil Engineering advisory committee on transport education. Through this committee, which includes representatives of government departments, local government, research institutions and private firms with an interest in transport, the department is kept abreast of needs and opportunities related to transport education. ObjectivesGraduates will:
StructureStudents complete seven core units and one elective unit. RequirementsCore units
Elective unitSelect one unit from:
Total: 48 points Progression to further studiesAfter completing the Master of Traffic, candidates are eligible to continue to the Master of Transport which requires completion of a further 24 points, including any core units in the Master of Transport not already undertaken in the Master of Traffic. Award(s)Master of Traffic 3272 - Master of TransportThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
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DescriptionThis degree is part of a program incorporating the Master of Transport and Master of Traffic. After completing the Master of Transport, candidates are eligible to continue to the Master of Traffic which requires completion of a further 24 points, including any core units in the Master of Traffic not already undertaken in the Master of Transport. The program in transport and traffic is a response to the growing need for engineers with broad awareness of the characteristics and significance of transport, including its technological, economic and social impact. At the same time, the program outlines the state-of-the-art of transport engineering, as it may be applied to the solution of real problems in the planning, design, management and operation of transport facilities. The course is aimed at giving the student a thorough understanding of the nature of transport demand and the role of transport in the modern community, a familiarity with the characteristics of modern transport technology, and the ability to appraise and evaluate solutions to transport problems. To achieve these aims, the development of appropriate analytical skills and practical knowledge is stressed, together with recognition of the role of other disciplines in tackling transport-related issues. For these reasons, the program will have particular appeal to people with a few years postgraduate experience in transport who wish to have formal education in this field. Engineers working with road, traffic or public transport authorities, or in local government and people with an interest in transport planning or research will find the course to be of benefit. The postgraduate program in transport and traffic was designed with the assistance of a Department of Civil Engineering advisory committee on transport education. Through this committee, which includes representatives of government departments, local government, research institutions and private firms with an interest in transport, the department is kept abreast of needs and opportunities related to transport education. ObjectivesGraduates will:
StructureStudents complete seven core units and one elective unit. RequirementsCore units
Elective unitSelect one unit from:
Total: 48 points Award(s)Master of Transport 3291 - Doctor of PhilosophyThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering
DescriptionThe PhD is awarded by the University to candidates who write and submit a thesis that represents a significant contribution to knowledge or understanding and which demonstrates the capacity to carry out independent research. Major areas of specialisation include those outlined below. Research areasChemical engineeringResearch in the Department of Chemical Engineering falls into 4 major areas: a) Energy, Fuels, Biorefining and Sustainable Processing; b) Biotechnology, Food and Pharmaceutical Engineering; c) Functional Nanomaterials; d) Surface & Colloidal Science and Molecular Rheology. Within these diverse research areas, technologies being developed include clean coal conversion processes, CO2 capture, advanced particle engineering, interfacial and adsorption science, pulp and paper technology, rheology, biochemical engineering, food engineering, solid-liquid separations, corrosion, design and synthesis of adsorbent materials using nanotemplating techniques, and nanostructured materials and membranes. Civil engineeringStructural engineering, geoengineering, water resources and environmental engineering, transport and traffic engineering. Electrical and computer systems engineeringComputer systems and software engineering, control engineering, electronics, telecommunications engineering, electrical power systems, biomedical engineering and robotics. Materials engineeringEngineering light alloys, advanced polymer science and engineering, biomaterials and tissue engineering, electronic and magnetic materials, thermo-mechanical processing, corrosion, nanomaterials, materials characterization, modelling and simulation of processes and properties, structural and functional ceramics. Mechanical engineeringAerodynamics, fluid mechanics, turbulence, structural mechanics, aerospace engineering, composites, heat transfer, micro/nano fluid and solid mechanics, biological engineering, robotics, mechatronics, railway engineering and maintenance engineering. ObjectivesThe objective of the course is for students to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant research techniques in their field through a review of the relevant literature. They will also demonstrate their ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Through their research they must make an original contribution to their field of study. Students will also be able to:
CandidatureProbationary candidatureA candidate for a PhD will normally undertake the first year of studies on probation. During this probationary year, the candidate may be registered either for a Master of Engineering Science (Research) (MEngSc(Research)) or for a probationary PhD. Candidates who do not possess an honours degree in either the first or upper second class must register initially for an MEngSc(Research) degree. Probationary PhD and MEngSc(Research) candidates are assessed after 12 months candidature and, if suitable, may convert to full PhD candidature. The transfer to full PhD status will be initiated by the Research Graduate School Committee in the case of a candidate who is registered for a probationary PhD or by the candidate's department or school in the case of a candidate who is registered for a MEngSc(Research). In either case, on receipt of a positive recommendation concerning the candidate's progress during the first year of research, the candidate will be permitted to transfer to full PhD candidature. The maximum period of candidature for PhD is four years (full-time) or eight years (part-time). In most cases, where a candidate has converted from the MEngSc(Research),candidature for PhD is backdated to the start of MEngSc(Research) candidature. Full-time and part-time candidatureThe guidelines for part-time PhD candidature are the same as the 18 points listed in 'Full-time and part-time candidature' for the MEngSc(Research), save that part-time PhD candidates must also attend the department, faculty, centre, school or unit for not less than six of the first 24 months of candidature. In engineering, the six months attendance requirement for each candidate will be specified at the time of admission. Each case is considered in terms of the candidate's demonstrated experience and aptitude for research. All requests for admission to part-time candidature and for transfer from full-time to part-time candidature will be decided on their merits. The duration of candidature is three to four years for full-time candidates and eight years for part-time candidates. External candidatureIn special circumstances, external candidature for the PhD is available for interstate and international students. All external candidates are admitted on a probationary basis. Those admitted directly to PhD must attend on-campus for the first six months of candidature. After this period, a minimum of 15 days of attendance per year at the department for the duration of candidature is required. Apportionment of these days is determined on a case-by-case basis. A portion of this attendance can be off-campus, provided that the candidate is able to interact with the principal or associate (university) supervisor during this time. Proposals for programs considered equivalent to 15 days of residency will be considered by the faculty as they arise. Regular interactive communication between candidate and supervisor should take place at least once a month via telephone, video conference or other interactive communication. Candidates may be permitted to transfer between standard and external candidature in special circumstances, as assessed on a case-by-case basis. External candidates are permitted to transfer to external PhD candidature under the same guidelines which apply to standard candidature. All external candidates are admitted on a probationary basis. RequirementsCandidates are required to complete a thesis (normally not exceeding 100,000 words) in one of the areas of specialisation outlined under 'Course description'. The thesis must represent a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the discipline concerned and should demonstrate the capacity to carry out independent research. Award(s)Doctor of Philosophy |
