Course description:
Developed as a cooperative project between the rail industry and
the Queensland University of Technology, this course captures the
knowledge and expertise of civil infrastructure engineers working
in the Australian rail industry. It is provided as a professional
development program for people working in the rail industry.
Graduates will gain skills and knowledge in a range of areas
related to the design, construction, maintenance and management of
railway infrastructure. The degree offers both theoretical
understanding and practical applications of advanced professional
practice. The course is delivered via flexible online learning
suitable for mature-age students studying part-time and working
full-time.
Entry requirements:
A Bachelor of Engineering degree from a recognised tertiary
institution, or equivalent. Applicants holding other tertiary
qualifications with at least five years’ relevant industry
experience and who are nominated by their employer may also be
considered. Applicants must be working in the railway industry and
have the support of their employer to study the degree.
Career outcomes:
It is envisaged completion of the Master of Engineering (Railway
Infrastructure) will provide for a fast-track of rail industry
knowledge and expertise. Successful completion of any four of the
eight units will enable students to exit from the program with a
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Railway Infrastructure).
Fees:
$2,748 per subject.
Course structure:
Master of Engineering (Railway Infrastructure)
| Credit Points
|
| UDN500 Ballast sleepers and fasteners
| 12
|
| UDN501 Rail and related track structures
| 12
|
| UDN502 Track stability design and formation
| 12
|
| UDN503 Geometry and track-train interaction
| 12
|
| UDN504 Track construction and civil structures
| 12
|
| UDN505 Assets environment and safety
| 12
|
| BEN910 Integrated project
| 12
|
| Elective
| 12
|
Graduate Certificate (Railway Infrastructure) - Any 4 of the above
subjects.
2010 sessions: (Two intakes per year)
Spring session: July to November
Enrolment inquiries:
QUT on (07) 3138 1433,
bee.enquiries@qut.edu.au,
http://www.bee.qut.edu.au/study/courses/postgraduate/engineering_railway.jsp
or Vicky Kreiser at Rail Innovation Australia on (07) 4923 2277,
v.kreiser@cqu.edu.au.
