An award-winning South African journalist, Adriaan has two Excellence Awards in Feature Writing to his name. He’s worked for The Citizen, a daily South African newspaper as well as written for a slew of publications and even had a stint as a content manager for a reality TV show. He studied Audio Visual Communication and Philosophy at the University of Johannesburg, and still calls Johannesburg home.

A quick-reference guide to engineering acronyms and information

March 1, 2022 1:50 pm
Simplified guides have a lot of value for students, as they offer information on the fly. EIT has decades of experience to assist students, and have published an online and in-depth list of abbreviations students will need to know while completing an engineering course. You can access our Acronym Master...Read More

How Engineers Built the World’s Highest Ferris Wheels

February 25, 2022 2:37 pm
It used to be that skyscrapers or natural landscapes (usually those of the New Wonders of the World variety) defined the cityscapes of the world’s most visited cities. That has changed significantly since 2000 when the London Eye opened in London, England. Suddenly it was an amusement ride that was...Read More

Student Story: Jordan Brandis

February 18, 2022 8:03 pm
It takes a lot of drive to complete an EIT 52886WA Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering, especially when there are specific goals in mind. For EIT graduate Jordan Brandis, it was the fact that it could provide him with a sound knowledge of automation from an engineering perspective. Jordan...Read More

Engineers Week: Why we celebrate

February 11, 2022 7:29 pm
A whole week celebrating engineers is a welcome addition to the international calendar, culminating in World Engineering Day on 4 March. Not only does Engineers Week shine a spotlight on what engineers do, but it also drives a lot of conversation to ensure, internationally, engineers and student engineers know what...Read More

What Engineering means to engineers

February 11, 2022 6:51 pm
Talking about your profession is important, but understanding why it is meaningful to you makes it powerful. Engineers Week, celebrated at the end of February every year aims to answer the question; What do engineers do, and why is it important? It is noted that many aspects of scientific knowledge...Read More

Titus Shilongo: Exercising his mind on campus

February 11, 2022 2:43 pm
For Bachelor of Science (Civil and Structural Engineering) student Titus Shilongo his on-campus experience is one where engineers get together and do not forget to have fun. Titus is one of the EIT Perth Campus students who opted to complete his tuition with face-to-face interaction. Titus at the EIT lab....Read More

How math and engineering helped study knuckle cracking 

February 4, 2022 7:23 pm
It’s a common sight to see students or employees stretching their arms in front of them to perform that audible pop as they flex their wrists and fingers in the opposite direction. Knuckle cracking is believed to be very common, and actually the body and mind’s response to pressure on...Read More

Two MPs visit EIT in Perth

February 3, 2022 8:00 pm
Member of Parliament and Shadow Assistant Minister for Western Australia Patrick Gorman as well as Senator Ben Small visited EIT’s campus in Perth on 27 January. The two politicians did this to show solidarity with the exceptional educational options in Western Australia, but also present EIT with our certificate for...Read More

The Scientists that have been named Australian of the Year

January 24, 2022 1:33 pm
From perfecting cochineal ear implants to simply driving sustainability many Australians have been named lauded as Australian of the Year. Under the banner of Reflect, Respect, Celebrate the annual Australian of the Year awards shine a light on amazing Australians that have contributed greatly not only to national society but...Read More

Design: What airless tires show engineers about a material switch

January 21, 2022 7:25 pm
Airless tires are not new, but their most recent application suggestions give insight into the importance of perfecting the design. Tires are used constantly, but the simple idea of creating a round fixture on moving objects that is less likely to explode is just one of the reasons airless tires...Read More