Graduate Certificate in Safety, Risk and Reliability Engineering

Course Duration
Duration
  • 6 Months
Course Study
Study Mode
  • Online
Course Location
Location
  • Online
Course Code
Course Code
GCSR
Course Intakes
Intakes
  • 6 January 2025
  • 30 June 2025
Course Type
Course Type
  • Graduate Certificate
Course Fees
Fees

Course Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Safety, Risk, and Reliability) is designed to equip professionals with the critical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fields of safety management, risk assessment, and reliability engineering. 

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Safety, Risk, and Reliability) (GCSR) covers a wide range of topics essential for understanding the principles of system safety, risk management, data analysis, and reliability. It is tailored for professionals with backgrounds in mechanical, chemical & process, instrumentation & control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering. Students will gain expertise in incident investigation, learn from industry specialists, and acquire practical knowledge of the latest safety technologies and methodologies. The program emphasizes the application of theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This program is a stepping stone for those looking to advance their careers in the safety and reliability industries. It prepares students to manage safety systems, mitigate risks, and enhance reliability in various engineering contexts. 

Throughout the program, students explore units covering foundational principles like safety concepts, risk assessment and mitigation methodologies, incident investigation, and functional safety systems in various industries. Emphasizing practical application, learners gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge safety technologies and statistical methods for reliability analysis.  

Course Benefits:  

  • Gain essential skills: Acquire knowledge crucial for effective safety and risk management.  
  • Expand career opportunities: Prepare for advancement in the safety and reliability industries.  
  • Practical application: Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios with modern safety tools and methods.  
  • Expertise development: Learn incident investigation and reliability engineering techniques from industry specialists.  

Program Details

The Graduate Certificate in Safety, Risk, and Reliability Engineering (GCSR) is meticulously crafted to arm students with the expertise necessary to excel in the dynamic fields of safety, reliability, and risk management. This program imparts the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively manage safety systems, mitigate risks, and enhance reliability across diverse operational contexts. Ideal for professionals with backgrounds in mechanical, chemical and process, instrumentation and control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering, the GCSR serves as a powerful catalyst for career advancement in the safety and reliability industries.  

The program begins with the Introduction to System Safety, Risk Management, and Reliability unit, where students learn the fundamental principles and concepts essential for ensuring system safety and executing effective risk management strategies. The Incident/Accident Investigations and Learning from Disasters unit equips students with the expertise to conduct thorough investigations of incidents and accidents, extracting critical lessons to prevent future occurrences. Safety Systems – Tools and Methods unit provides practical knowledge of cutting-edge safety technologies and methodologies, preparing students to implement advanced safety systems. Finally, the Data Analysis and Statistics for Reliability Engineering unit delves into statistical methods for reliability, empowering students to make informed decisions and enhance safety practices through robust data analysis. 

With a curriculum designed to blend theoretical knowledge with practical application, the GCSR program prepares students to become leaders in the safety and reliability engineering sectors, capable of addressing the complex challenges of modern industrial environments. 

The program is composed of 4 units. These units cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of Safety, Risk and Reliability. 

The program is delivered on a part-time intensive basis over 2 terms, each of 12 weeks. 

Please refer to the current teach-out program structure here.

Unit Number  Module/Unit Name  
(please ensure links are directing the correct unit outline)  
Term  Credit Points 
GSR501  Introduction to System Safety, Risk Management and Reliability  Term 1  3 
GSR502  Incident/Accident Investigations and Learning from Disasters  Term 1  3 
GSR505  Safety Systems – Tools and Methods  Term 2  3 
GSR508  Data Analysis and Statistics for Reliability Engineering  Term 2  3 

  • Demonstrate sound fundamental understanding of the scientific and engineering principles and apply underpinning natural, physical, and engineering sciences, mathematics, statistics, computer, and information sciences to solve safety, risk, and reliability engineering problems. 
  • Apply in-depth as well as broad understanding of the relevant specialist body of knowledge within the safety, risk, and reliability engineering discipline. 
  • Draw on the knowledge of engineering design practice and understand the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering practice in the safety, risk, and reliability engineering discipline. 
  • Apply systematic approaches, design processes and established engineering methods, tools, techniques, and resources, underpinned by hazard and risk framework considerations to conduct and manage safety, risk and reliability engineering projects. 
  • Communicate effectively technical ideas, design concepts or research results to a diverse audience. 
  • Demonstrate professional use and management of information. Apply discipline and professional knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, adaptability, and responsibility as a professional engineer. 

Dr Arti Siddhpura 

Applicants are required to:

  • Hold a recognized bachelor’s degree (or above) in engineering or science in a congruent field of practice*,
  • Have completed the equivalent of first-year Bachelor level mathematics or are able to demonstrate recognized relevant work experience.
  • Have an appropriate level of English Language Proficiency at an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education, or an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no individual band less than 6.0), or equivalent as outlined in the EIT Admissions Policy.

Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-congruent engineering field are required to demonstrate their prior learning and experience is equivalent to the entry requirements (exact positions and roles that will be considered relevant are to be decided by each specialisation and will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the EIT Admissions Committee).

Applicants who do not hold a recognized bachelor’s degree are required to demonstrate their prior learning and experience is equivalent to this qualification. A minimum of an Australian Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) in Engineering and 5 years of technical work experience at a technologist level or above in a relevant engineering field is required for an application to be considered (exact positions and roles that will be considered relevant are to be decided by each specialization and will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the EIT Admissions Committee) **

Please note:

  1. All applicants must have evidence of engineering exposure in their degree and/or work experience
  1. All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
  1. Please check the Documentation Guidelines for your application.

*Congruent field of practice for GCSR means any recognised undergraduate degree in engineering or engineering science degree.

  • Chemical and Process Engineering
  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Civil Construction Engineering
  • Electronic and Communication Systems
  • Instrumentation, Control, and Automation
  • Industrial Automation
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Manufacturing and Management Systems
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical and Material Systems
  • Mechatronic Systems
  • Production Engineering
  • Robotics

** Applicants who enter and complete this qualification without holding a prior bachelor’s degree and go on to complete an EIT Master’s Degree may not be eligible for Engineers Australia recognition. However, students can lodge a personal application with Engineers Australia to be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Like all Australian higher education providers and universities, EIT programs are accredited by the exacting standards of the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). This Graduate Diploma is a formally recognized qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework. 

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

This course is classified as Level 8 under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). 

  • Risk Engineer 
  • Risk and Assurance Engineer 
  • Risk and Safety Engineer 
  • Systems Safety and Reliability Engineer 
  • Risk consultant 
  • Asset Engineer 
  • Safety Management System Specialist 
  • Systems Engineer and Assurance Lead 
  • Reliability Engineer 
  • Risk Analyst 
  • Health and Safety Engineer 
  • Process Safety Engineer 
  • Risk Management Consultant 

This course may use the following software:

  • Isograph HAZOP (Demo) 

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

Our Graduate Certificates takes 6 months to complete. The online graduate certificates are delivered on a part-time intensive basis over 2 terms, each of 12 weeks. Part-time students are expected to spend approximately 20 hours per week learning the program material, completing assessments and attending tutorials.After enrolment the maximum time allowed to complete all units is 3 years.

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. 

You must submit your application at least four weeks before the start date to be considered for your desired intake. 

A census date is the date at which an enrolment is considered to be final. Any withdrawal you make after the study period census date will incur an academic penalty (for example, a fail grade) and a financial penalty (for example, no refund of your student contribution or tuition fees). See our current census dates. 

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