Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical)

Intended for students with an interest in aviation, aeronautics and flying who wish to have the option of expanding their studies towards becoming an accredited professional in an engineering field.

The only course of its kind in Western Australia, aeronautical technology deals with the science and technology of aviation, including aircraft systems, materials and manufacturing technology, and aircraft operation. Areas of study include a foundation in science and mathematics, along with engineering mechanics, computer-aided design, engineering materials, and thermodynamics and fluids. It also covers specific aviation science subjects such as aircraft systems and structures, aircraft propulsion and aerodynamics. Students will also gain an understanding of the operation and performance of aircraft from the point-of-view of an aviation technologist.

The course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to the aviation industry, and, along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem-solving, team work and project work. As a result, students will have multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, and will graduate with strong analytical skills and the ability to contribute to complex projects.

Provided appropriate electives are chosen, graduating students can apply to articulate into ECU's Master of Engineering course, specialising in either Mechanical or Civil Engineering. This enables students to achieve professional engineer status after a further two years of study.

• Apply broad dicipline knowledge of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and in depth understanding of specialist bodies of technical knowledge relating to aerodynamics and aviation.
• Think critically, and apply established engineering and aeronautical methods to broadly defined aviation problems.
• Apply systematic engineering synthesis and design processes to conduct and manage projects in the aeronautical technology domain, with some intellectual independence.
• Demonstrate conceptual understanding of the mathematical knowledge and skills which underpin the aeronautical technology domain and fluently apply related techniques, tools and resources in a variety of contexts.
• Demonstrate clear and coherent oral and written communication in professional and lay domains, using digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant knowledge from multiple sources.
• Demonstrate a global outlook and knowledge of contextual factors impacting the aeronautical technology domain, including respect for cultural diversity and indigenous cultural competence.
• Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership to implement aeronautical projects according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
• Demonstrate initiative, planning and decision making through reflective practice and identify opportunities for continued development in a professional context.