Global Master of Engineering - 2019

This is a dual award course delivered with the combined expertise of Monash University and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB). It will expose you to two distinct cultures and challenge you to adapt and prepare for the demands of engineering practice in a global economy.

You will acquire an appreciation for leadership skills in engineering management as well as a solid research foundation. Specialisations in renewable energy and smart manufacturing will provide you with in-depth knowledge and prepare you for a career in these rapidly expanding industries. You will engage directly with an industry partner, either in India or Australia, through your innovation projects.

This course leads to two master's degrees, one from each institution.

Specialisations

Renewable Energy

Availability: IITB/Clayton

This specialisation allows you to focus on renewable energy technologies to address concerns about existing energy production. You will learn about the operation, benefits and limitations surrounding each of the major renewable energy technologies that play a dominant role in the growth of the emerging energy sector. In addition, you will develop an understanding of how such technologies modify existing electricity networks and the markets in which they operate. It is suited to professionals and managers who are keen to upgrade their existing design and management skills as well as to develop advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the area of renewable energy engineering.

Smart Manufacturing

Availability: IITB/Clayton

Smart manufacturing creates high added value products with optimised embodied energy footprint. This specialisation will train you in conceptualisation, rapid prototyping, design optimisation, and the additive manufacture products made from both metals and polymers. The program will explore the commercial aspects in areas that range from medical devices, through specialist and one-off components, to large-scale semi-continuous manufacture. You will examine the material characteristics that result in successful, qualified products and the necessary process control.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course, it is expected that you will be able to:

1. reflect critically upon and proficiently apply the relevant engineering methods underpinning the specialist engineering practice area to design and critically appraise solutions to complex problems
2. identify and critically appraise current developments and advanced technologies, and apply knowledge of these to at least one specialist area
3. engage in an internationalised world by reflecting on the social and environmental impact of their practice and leadership, and contextualise complex solutions to appropriately consider the impact on an international community
4. determine, analyse and proficiently apply theoretical, experimental, and numerical simulation of phenomena to predict, design, control and optimise the performance of complex engineering systems
5. apply systematic engineering synthesis, critical judgement, design processes, project management and innovative approaches to solve complex problems
6. conduct independent investigation and critical reflection as a means to maintain ethical accountability in professional decisions
7. critically analyse problems through independent research to enable effective delivery of innovative solutions.

The course comprises 72 points structured into three parts: Part A. Common core units, Part B. Specialist units and Part C. Industry project unit.

Part A. Common core units

These units are designed to provide analytical and strategic problem-solving skills and develop a leadership mindset.

Part B. Specialist units

Students will identify, interpret and critically appraise current developments and advanced technologies, and apply this knowledge within their discipline.

Part C. Industry project unit

Students will complete a team-based industry research project with co-supervision by Monash and IITB. Students will apply the practical and theoretical skills gained in the other 8 units to this project.

The course comprises 72 points structured into three parts: Part A. Common core units (12 points), Part B. Specialist units (36 points) and Part C. Industry project unit (24 points).

The course progression mapcourse progression map (https://www.monash.edu/engineering/current-students/enrolment-and-re-enrolment/course-information/course-maps) provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 credit points unless stated otherwise.

PART A. Common core units (12 points)

You must complete the following 2 units:

• MGF5670 Leadership
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Leadership in global engineering)

PART B. Specialist units (36 points)

You must complete the requirements for one of the following specialisations:

Renewable energy

If you are in the IITB-semester you must complete 3 units (18 points) from the following:

• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Wind energy conversion systems)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Solar energy for industrial process heat)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Energy resources, economics and environment)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Conservation of energy in buildings)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Non-conventional energy sources)

If you are in the Monash-semester you must complete 3 units (18 points) from the following:

• MTE5884 Advanced photovoltaics and energy storage
• MEC5883 Mechanical systems design
• MEC5885 Energy efficiency and sustainability engineering
• ECE5885 Energy efficient lighting

Smart manufacturing

If you are in the IITB-semester you must complete 3 units (18 points) from the following:

• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Rapid product development)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Manufacturing planning and control)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Design for manufacturing)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Advanced manufacturing processes 1)
• EII5xxx Engineering IITB study abroad (Advanced manufacturing processes 2)

If you are in the Monash-semester you must complete 3 units (18 points) from the following:

• MTE5887 Additive manufacturing of polymeric and functional materials
• MEC5891 Design for additive manufacturing
• MEC5882 Instrumentation, sensing and monitoring
• MEC5883 Mechanical systems design

PART C. Industry project unit (24 points)

You must complete the following unit:

• MEC5101 Industrial innovation project (24 points)

Successful completion of this course may serve as a pathway to a higher degree by research. You will need to demonstrate a strong academic record in your prior and/or current studies. If you are considering a research degree you are advised to consult the course coordinator in regards to course progression.