52857WA Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering
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DURATION
18 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
04 Mar 2025
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Introduction
Course at a Glance
- National Code: 52857WA
- Code: DPE
- Course Length: 18 Months
- Course taught in English
Programme Details
Our programme gives extensive coverage in the various fields of plant engineering, and all the theory covered is tied to a practical outcome. Subjects covered include plant engineering, instrumentation, and control engineering, electrical equipment and technology, environmental engineering, safety management, and professional engineering practice.
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the capacity of the plant engineering, facilities management, and related industries to maintain their competitiveness in a global marketplace through the application of the latest technologies, value-adding to existing products, processes and services and the development of new, sustainable and innovative solutions.
This advanced diploma will teach you how to implement and utilize engineering solutions to a diverse field in any organization, as well as integrate and solve interdisciplinary engineering systems. You will also learn to analyse, diagnose, plan, design, and execute solutions concerning plant engineering, facilities management, maintenance management, safety management, environmental, and energy management. The programme will also cover how to prepare complex technical information and concepts to plan, communicate and implement solutions to a range of engineering environments and contexts
The lecturers presenting this advanced diploma are highly experienced engineers from the industry who have worked in the plant engineering industry. The delivery methodology — live and interactive webinars with the use of state-of-the-art technologies such as remote and virtual laboratories and simulation software — ensures you graduate with cutting-edge skills that are valued by employers around the world.
Accreditation
This qualification is officially accredited within the Australian Qualifications Framework by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC), and EIT is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) for delivery by EIT in all Australian states. EIT delivers this programme to students worldwide.
Career Opportunities
Potential Job Outcomes
- Design Technician
- Process Control Technician
- Engineering Supervisor
- Plant Technician
- Instrumentation Technician
- Automation Technician
- Engineering Assistant
- Technical Officer
- Project Coordinator
- Plant Manager
- Maintenance Technician
- Plant Operator
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Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is composed of 17 modules and two units of competency. These modules cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of Plant Engineering.
| Module / Unit Number | Module / Unit Name | Duration |
| 1 | Introduction to Plant Engineering (DPEIPE601) | 2 weeks |
| 2 | 41975 – Use Basic Mathematics in Engineering | 2 weeks |
| 3 | Mechanical Equipment and Technology (DPEMET603) | 6 weeks |
| 4 | Fluid Power Systems and Components (DPEFPS604) | 7 weeks |
| 5 | Thermodynamics, Compressors, Fans and Blowers (DPETCF605) | 4 weeks |
| 6 | Pumps and Seals (DPEPAS606) | 3 weeks |
| 7 | Pressure Vessels and Boilers (DPEPVB607) | 4 weeks |
| 8 | Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (DPEHVA608) | 4 weeks |
| 9 | Noise and Vibration (DPENAV609) | 3 weeks |
| 10 | Electrical Equipment and Technology (DPEEET610) | 8 weeks |
| 11 | Instrumentation and Control Engineering (DPEICE611) | 3 weeks |
| 12 | Energy Management (DPEEMG612) | 3 weeks |
| 13 | Structural and Civil Engineering Concepts (DPESCE613) | 6 weeks |
| 14 | Process Plant Layout and Piping Design (DPEPPL614) | 3 weeks |
| 15 | Process Management (DPEPMG615) | 3 weeks |
| 16 | Maintenance Management (DPEMMG616) | 3 weeks |
| 17 | Environmental Engineering (DPEENV617) | 2 weeks |
| 18 | Safety Management (DPESMG618) | 3 weeks |
| 19 | Apply the Fundamentals of Professional Engineering Practice (DPEFPE619) | 3 weeks |
Time Commitment & Duration
You are expected to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week learning the programme material and completing assessments. This includes attending weekly webinars that run for about 90 minutes to facilitate class discussion and allow you to ask questions. This programme is run online on a part-time basis and has been designed to fit around full-time work. It will take 18 months to complete.
We understand that sometimes work commitments and personal circumstances can get in the way of your studies, so if at any point you feel that you are struggling with the pace of the course or finding a particular module challenging, you are encouraged to contact your designated learning support officer for assistance.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.
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Why study at Engineering Institute of Technology
Regardless of whether you are a domestic or international student, when you study on-campus with EIT, our supportive blended learning model, and small class sizes encourage you to advance your technical knowledge and remain engaged in your studies while forming global networks.
We deliver our on-campus degrees via a unique methodology that uses an international pool of expert lecturers, and dedicated learning support officers, and provides you access to cutting-edge simulation software alongside physical and virtual laboratories to test concepts and deepen your understanding of program content.
EIT has campuses across Australia in Perth (Western Australia), Melbourne (Victoria), and Brisbane (Queensland).
Program delivery
You are expected to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week learning the program material and completing assessments. This includes attending weekly webinars that run for about 90 minutes to facilitate class discussion and allow you to ask questions. This program is run online on a part-time basis and has been designed to fit around full-time work. It will take 18 months to complete.
We understand that sometimes work commitments and personal circumstances can get in the way of your studies, so if at any point you Feesl that you are struggling with the pace of the course or finding a particular module challenging, you are encouraged to contact your designated learning support officer for assistance.