BH080 - Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
Plan: BH080P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
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: Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
Award abbreviation: BEng(EnvEng)(Hons)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time.
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 039901
CRICOS code: 110998M
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) program is designed to ensure that, as a graduate, you should be able to perform professionally and effectively in all environmental engineering-related fields and demonstrate that you have acquired associated capabilities and skills as defined by the national accreditation body, Engineers Australia.
As a graduate engineer you will be capable of integrating the social, environmental and economic demands with the technical possibilities of each new challenge. You will be an effective problem identifier and solver, skilled in quantitative analysis and effective decision making; someone who can maximise the benefits of each project while satisfying all stakeholders. During your studies, you will find yourself working in teams and relying on communication processes to achieve the project goals. You will come to understand and appreciate that, in a rapidly changing world, ongoing learning is a key ingredient of your success in this field.
The objectives of the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) program are to:
- ensure that as an environmental engineering graduate you are capable of planning, designing, implementing and managing projects in a socially, economically and ecologically sustainable manner;
- provide you, as an environmental engineering graduate, with the ability to contribute and perform effectively in all environmental engineering fields. For example, to design wetlands and systems to improve water quality and conservation and to work with the chemicals industry to minimise the toxic impacts of industrial processes and by-products. Other examples include the development of cleaner production technologies in farming, rehabilitation of mining sites, cleaning up contaminated land, working on land salinity problems, preparation of environmental impact studies, design of modern landfill sites and water resource studies;
- engage you, as a student, in real-life environmental problems and case studies. This involves working on projects with community groups and companies as part of project-based courses run in the four years of the program.
The learning activities and experiences in this program are designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorials, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits and provision of online materials.
You will undertake project courses OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A, OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B and MIET2383 Sustainable systems Design, in which you will conduct research projects that can be analytical, experimental, design or computational in nature (or some combination of these). The capstone experience undertaken in OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A and OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
You can also broaden your skill set by completing a minor in Engineering Enterprise and Project Management, Sustainable Water Management, Geomechanics or Humanitarian Innovation.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, other courses will be delivered via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation
Articulation agreements between RMIT programs enable students graduating from an RMIT qualification to achieve advanced standing in a higher level qualification.
Graduates of the RMIT Bachelor of Environmental Science program may be eligible to complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) in two years or less with credit. Credit will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy.
Pathways
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of this program, you may (upon application) be eligible to proceed to a coursework Masters degree or even to a research degree including Masters by Research or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each program's entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalency web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent studies, and a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL, or a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL).
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0 or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
External Accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia. Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that the program is internationally recognised and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) are eligible for graduate and/or professional membership of Engineers Australia.
Industry Links
The Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. These committees help inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
Industry links are also encouraged through industry sponsored design projects usually undertake in your final year (as part of OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A and OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B).
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. A scientific calculator (similar to those used in VCE Year 12) is also a mandatory requirement for all students and will be needed from the start of your program.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including 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 relevant to your discipline, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com/engineering.
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
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 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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: www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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