Engineering Technology at Murdoch University

Course Description

Gain practical engineering experience, engage with industry and learn from experts to build a deep understanding of engineering technology. Understanding engineering principles will give you the ability to design, manufacture, install, commission, operate and maintain plants and equipment.

This degree gives you the flexibility to specialise in a range of engineering study areas, including industrial computer systems, instrumentation and control, electrical power or renewable energy, depending on your interests and career goals.

After completing the first year of your Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, you could apply to transfer to a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. You would still be able to complete your degree within four years of full-time study.

You can even take on another major from a different study area to broaden your understanding of how science applies in social, business, health and policy environments.

7 reasons to study Engineering Technology at Murdoch

• Murdoch is ranked number 1 in Western Australia for graduate salary, learning resources, student support and full-time employment for engineering*.
• Murdoch is ranked number 1 in Australia for Teaching Quality in Engineering*.
• Murdoch is ranked number 1 in Australia for Overall Experience in Engineering*.
• Make use of our $10.1 million Bayer Pilot Plant – a real world engineering plant with a dedicated control room, the only one of its kind in WA.
• Gain 480 hours of real work experience as part of your degree.
• Travel overseas to create positive change through our Engineers Without Borders Program.
• Access great scholarships like the Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• electrical and electronic circuits
• energy, mass and flow
• control systems and process dynamics
• instrument and communication systems
• wind and hydro power systems.

Your future career

Graduating with a major in Engineering Technology will open up many opportunities in a wide range of engineering and applied science careers around the world.  You can also pursue careers in industries associated with electrical power and energy systems, computing and information technology, and instrumentation and control.

Careers could include:

• Customer Support Engineer
• Instrumentation Technician
• Systems Integration Engineer
• Asset Maintenance Engineer
• Design Engineer.