52872WA Advanced Diploma of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering

Course Duration
Duration
  • 18 Months
Course Study
Study Mode
  • Online
  • Online Industrial Automation
Course Location
Location
  • Online
Course Code
Course Code
DMC
Course Intakes
Intakes
  • 1 April 2025
  • 5 August 2025
Course Type
Course Type
  • Advanced Diploma
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Course Fees
Fees

Course Overview

The integration of technologies in engineering applications is upon us and it is here to stay. This makes it almost mandatory for everyone in the engineering world to keep abreast with relevant technology. Be ready for this change with our 52872WA – Advanced Diploma of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering.

Course Benefits: 
• Skills in the latest remote engineering and mechatronics technologies
• Practical guidance from experts in the field
• Global networking contacts in the industry
• Improved career prospects and income
• A world class Advanced Diploma of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering

Program Details

This program aims to impart the necessary remote engineering, mechatronics, and robotics skills, and all the theory covered is tied to a practical outcome. Four threads run through the program to give you maximum, functional coverage in the field. These threads comprise electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, computers, and control systems.

Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the capacity of robotics and mechatronics engineering and related industries to maintain their competitiveness in a global market place through the application of latest technologies, value adding to existing products, process and services and the development of new, sustainable and innovative solutions.

The program is composed of 10 modules and 7 units of competency that cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of remote engineering, mechatronics, and robotics.

Unit/Module
Code
Unit/ Module Title Duration
DMCROL601 Remote (Online) Engineering 3 Weeks
DMC41975 Use Basic Mathematics in Engineering 6 Weeks
DMCELT603 Electro-Technology 5 Weeks
DMCACT604 Actuators 4 Weeks
DMCRME605 Robot Mechanics 4 Weeks
DMCRKI606 Robot Kinematics 5 Weeks
DMCANA607 Analogue Circuits 4 Weeks
DMCDIG608 Design Digital Circuits 4 Weeks
DMCMVI609 Machine Vision 4 Weeks
DMCMCS610 Design Closed Loop Motion Control Systems 4 Weeks
DPEFPE619 Apply the Fundamentals of Professional Engineering Practice 4 Weeks
DMCKPL612 Create control functions for robotics 4 Weeks
DMCPIC613 Develop PIC Programs 6 Weeks
DMCSEN614 Machine Sensors 4 Weeks
DMCMCT615 Machine Communication Technologies 3 Weeks
DMCMAI616 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence 5 Weeks
DMCROB617 Develop Basic Programs for Industrial Robotic Arms 3 Weeks

 

As engineering paraprofessionals, graduates will be able to:

  • Understand contemporary issues in robotics and mechatronic engineering practice
  • Apply their knowledge of electrotechnology to understand key components of robotic and mechatronic applications, specifically concerning actuators, robot mechanics, robot kinematics, plus analogue and digital circuits
  • Understand machine vision and machine sensors
  • Design and apply closed loop systems, programming tools and PIC programs for robotics
  • Analyse and compare machine communication, machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies
  • Manage self-autonomy to achieve objectives and develop knowledge of professional practice in engineering
  • Communicate professionally and effectively
  • Analyse, diagnose, plan, design and execute solutions with respect to electrical engineering and environmental and energy management
  • Prepare complex technical information and concepts to plan, communicate and implement solutions to a range of engineering
    environment and contexts

Student applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and the following minimum entry requirements are to be strictly adhered to:

  • Applicants must have at least an Australian Year 12 or Cert III trade qualification (or equivalent) in a related field;
    AND
  • They must have at least 2 years’ work experience in a related field
    OR
  • At least 4 years’ work experience in a related field – subject to acceptance of an application for Credit to Entry **
    AND
  • Satisfactory English language proficiency at an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent);
    OR
  • A specified level of achievement in a recognized English language test such as IELTS (or equivalent) at a score of at least 5.5 (with no individual band score less than 5.0) (or equivalent);
    OR
  • Satisfactory completion of another course offered by EIT, or by another tertiary institution, in English.

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VET Student Loan (VSL) Program is available for this course:

This means eligible students can use a VET Student Loan to pay their tuition fees up to a maximum loan cap amount, to be repaid through the Australian Taxation System.

If you have been approved for a VET Student Loan, the borrowed amount will be incurred as a debt that is repayable to the Commonwealth government.

Click here to learn more about your eligibility and applying for VET Student Loan (VSL) on this course.

Payment Methods

Learn more about payment methods, including payment terms & conditions and additional non-tuition fees.

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 program to students worldwide.

Find out more about country-specific accreditation and professional recognition.

This course is classified as Level 6 under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Graduates of this program may find roles as:

  •  Robotics technician
  • Automation technician
  • Mechatronics technician
  • Manufacturing automation technician
  • Control system design/troubleshooting technician
  • Process control technician
  • Electronics design technician
  • Instrumentation technician

Program leader for this program is Aravin Arumugam.

This course may use the following software:

  • Arduino IDE
  • LabVIEW
  • MATLAB
  • MPLab
  • PICAXE
  • Proteus
  • Proteus 8
  • Python
  • RoboRealm
  • SIMetrix
  • Simulink
  • WEKA
  • WireShark

Due to ongoing unit and course reviews, software may change from the list provided.
Learn more about the Practical Learning at EIT here.

You are expected to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week attending live webinars, 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 has a 70% attendance requirement in the live webinars in order to graduate from the program. If you are unable to attend the live webinars, you have the option of watching the recording of completed webinars and sending a summary of what you have learned from the webinar to the Learning Support Officer. The summaries go towards your attendance requirement for the program.

This program is run online on an intensive 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.

Applications are open for our upcoming intakes. Please ensure your application is submitted at least one week before the start date of the program.

Any student has a right to appeal a decision of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) or any member of the institute’s staff. EIT has a comprehensive Policy on Appeals and Grievances to assist students.

Hear from our students

  The course was very interesting; the content very relevant and useful in industry.  
  The course is very good very insightful and educative. The course practicals for all modules were 110% relevant.  
  Overall experience was good; EIT staff where very helpful and understanding.  

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