GD001 - Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing
Plan: GD001 - Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing
Award abbreviation: GradDipMan
Total credit points: 96
Career: PGRD
Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 030100
CRICOS code: 061670A
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The program aims to provide potential manufacturing project leaders and managers with the knowledge and skills to lead the introduction of new technologies and operating practices in manufacturing businesses.
The environment of manufacturing companies is undergoing dramatic change as new technology, customer expectations, and global competition combine to force new approaches to the design of factory systems; in particular to break the traditional trade-off between high efficiency (to achieve low cost) and flexibility (e.g. to customize products). As the pace of this change accelerates it brings the need for appropriately trained professionals versed in the new technologies and modes of manufacturing, and able to apply them strategically.
At the completion of the program you will be equipped to pursue a supervisory or middle management position in manufacturing engineering, operations; for example, as:
- Team Leader implementing new technology and operational strategies
- Operations Manager responsible for the competitive performance of a manufacturing unit.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Not applicable. This is an exit point only from the Master of Engineering (Manufacturing).
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Entry into this program is through the MC224, the Master of Engineering (Manufacturing). This normally requires a relevant undergraduate degree. Students may exit the program with a Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing after successful completion of the courses listed in this program guide.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
External Accreditation
The Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing is not accredited, although it has been developed to align with the Engineers Australia accreditation framework. Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing may be eligible to apply for membership of Engineers Australia. More details on membership of Engineers Australia can be found here.
Industry Links
This program has strong links with industry through its Industry Advisory Committee, and through research and teaching collaborations. Many of staff teaching within the program are from local industry or have extensive previous industry experience and well-developed contact networks, and many are currently engaged in industry-funded research projects. These attributes, when integrated into teaching and courseware development, ensure that your learning experience is industry-relevant and work-integrated.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library:
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resourcesincluding course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com/all_engineering
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
Online learning tools and content:
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal, myRMIT.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=b3mism7rz4jd
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