Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Industrial Automation)

Course Duration
Duration
  • 12 Months
Course Study
Study Mode
  • Online
  • Online Industrial Automation
Course Location
Location
  • Online
Course Code
Course Code
GDIA
Course Intakes
Intakes
  • 6 January 2025
  • 30 June 2025
Course Type
Course Type
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
  • Graduate Diploma
Course Fees
Fees

Course Overview

This Graduate Diploma program enhances expertise in Industrial Automation Engineering, targeting essential skills for career advancement in instrumentation, control, and automation technologies.

The Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Industrial Automation) is designed in consultation with industry and addresses the growth and emerging technologies in the Automation and Process Control industry. The program offers eight core units to provide the knowledge, skills and professional competencies required for this industry. The course is aimed at engineers with a background in instrumentation & control, electrical, chemical, networking, electronics, or industrial computer systems engineering, who seek to advance their career and to build on their current engineering specialisation.

This 1 year long course offers eight core units that is designed to equip you with communication (oral and written) skills to investigate, analyse and present technical ideas, information and solutions on the key aspects of Industrial Automation related problems and projects in a professional, independent and organised manner, individually and in teams, within the engineering domain.

Course Benefits: 

  • Well-designed to develop practical and theoretical skills in automation, suitable for enhancing technical proficiency.
  • Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools for applications in automation.
  • Exposure to current industry practices and technologies through interactions with automation experts.
  • Focused study on safety and management within industrial automation, preparing you for leadership in technical projects.
  • Professional recognition and career advancement opportunities in the automation industry.

Program Details

There is a global shortage of automation, instrumentation, and control engineers due to the rapid growth of new industries and technologies. This program equips students with core competencies and the associated knowledge and aptitudes required of engineers working with automation. Students from a background in electrical, electronics, mechanical, instrumentation & control, or industrial computer systems engineering would benefit from this program as it prepares them to further develop their skills in the automation space within the process and manufacturing industries.

The program is composed of 4 units. These units cover a range of aspects to provide you with practical coverage in the field of Industrial Automation Engineering.

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

Unit Number Module/Unit Name
(please ensure links are directing the correct unit outline)
Duration (weeks) Credit Points
MIA500A  Industrial Automation Introduction 12 3
MIA502A  Programmable Logic Controllers 12 3
MIA503A  Industrial Process Control Systems 12 3
MIA504A  Industrial Instrumentation 12 3
MIA509A Electrical Engineering for Industrial Automation 12 3
MXX507 Professional Engineering Management 12 3
MIA508A Industrial Data Communications 12 3
MIA510A  Safety Instrumented Systems 12 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 problems in Industrial Automation engineering.
  • Apply in-depth as well as broad understanding of the relevant specialist body of knowledge within the Industrial Automation engineering discipline including: programming logic controllers; control systems and instrumentation; safety systems; machine learning; Industrial communication, SCADA and systematic project management.
  • Draw on the knowledge of engineering design practice and understand the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering practice in the Industrial Automation 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 Industrial Automation engineering projects.
  • Communicate effectively technical ideas, design concepts or research results to diverse audience.
  • Recognise and pro-actively engage in lifelong learning, as well as develop creative and innovative solutions to engineering problems.
  • Demonstrate professional use and management of information.
  • Apply discipline and professional knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, adaptability and responsibility as a professional engineer.

Collaboratively work as a member of a cross disciplinary team in a manner consistent with ethical and professional standards.

Akhlaqur Rahman

(Deputy- Vishal Sharma)

To gain entry into this program, we require applicants to hold:

    1. A recognized 3-year bachelor degree* in an engineering qualification in a congruent** field of practice; OR
    2. An EIT Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree* in a congruent** field of practice; OR
    3. A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) that is recognized under the Washington Accord or by Engineers Australia, in a congruent**, or a different field of practice at the discretion of the Admissions Committee; OR
    4. A 4-year Bachelor of Engineering qualification (or equivalent) * that is not recognized under the Washington Accord, in a congruent** field of practice to this program; AND
    5. An appropriate level of English Language Proficiency equivalent to 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.

* With integrated compulsory twelve-week professional industry experience, training or project work of which six weeks are directly supervised by a professional/eligible professional engineer as determined by EIT.

** All applicants must have evidence of automation and/or electrical exposure at undergraduate level and/or work experience. Congruent field of practice means one of the following with adequate Industrial Automation Engineering content including fundamentals of Programming, Control, and Instrumentation (fields not listed below to be considered by the Dean and the Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis):

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

***Applicants may have a maximum of one individual band of 5.5 and be granted entry subject to the provision of English language support by EIT.

Note: If applicants do not meet the above requirements, applicants are welcome to apply in writing to the Admissions Committee.

Please check the Documentation Guidelines for your application.

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

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

Potential job roles include engineering and management positions in the following areas of expertise:

  • Process control, commissioning and production management
  • Plant, factory and building automation
  • Industrial design and consultation
  • Industrial Network Management
  • Mining Automation Specialist
  • Power Engineering
  • IT/OT convergence consultation
  • Manufacturing Automation Specialist
  • Supply chain management, quality assurance, and sales
  • Operations, maintenance, field services, and technical support
  • Controls, instrumentation, and robotics
  • Industrial project management and business development

This course may use the following software:

  • VPLabs v12
  • Codesys Version 3.5.17.0
  • MATLAB (Campus Wide License)
  • Realterm
  • Modbus (Serial and TCP)
  • Wireshark
  • OPC”
  • Open PHA™ – Kenexis
  • Python with Pandas
  • mod_RSsim
  • PowerFactory
  • LabView
  • Codesys Version 3.5.17.0

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 Diplomas takes 12 months to complete. The online graduate diploma is 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.

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.

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