Full Time/Part Time Study Options - National Diploma in Engineering

The National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) can be studied either full-time or part-time. Students can also study full-time for the first year then gain employment while completing their studies part time while also gaining credit towards the Endorsed Diploma in Engineering

Typical order of courses for full time study

Note this order can differ between providers so you should contact your preferred provider for details

YEAR 1 YEAR 2
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
Engineering Mechanics A
LEVEL 4
CREDITS = 15
Engineering Mechanics B
LEVEL 4
CREDITS = 15
Strand Course
CREDITS = 15
Strand Course
CREDITS = 15
Engineering Practice
LEVEL 2
CREDITS = 15
Engineering Drawing
LEVEL 4
CREDITS = 15
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
LEVEL 5
CREDITS = 15
Strand Course
CREDITS = 15
Mathematics I
LEVEL 3
CREDITS = 15
Electrical Theory
LEVEL 5
CREDITS = 15
Mathematics II
LEVEL 4
CREDITS = 15
Elective Paper
LEVEL 6
CREDITS = 15
Material Science I
LEVEL 5
CREDITS = 15
Manufacturing Processes
LEVEL 5
CREDITS = 15
Fluid Mechanics
LEVEL 6
CREDITS = 15
Elective Paper
LEVEL 6
CREDITS = 15

Order of study for part time.

The diagram below shows an example of the order of study for the Mechanical Strand. This order is dependent on course timetabling at each provider. You need to contact your preferred provider to seek advice on part time study.

Mechanical engineering order of study for part time