Hoping to stop people post same stuff over and over so i'll answer FAQ's here.
Which University is best for X discipline
Although the difference in universities is fairly small there are some generally preferred universities for certain disciplines:
Civil: UTS
Electrical: USyd/UNSW
Rest are all fairly similar.
Will i get a job in the aero/space field in Australia
No, there is no space industry in Australia, chance of getting once overseas before 5 years experience in the field is also unlikely as they will have their own engineers who would get preference.
If you do aeronautical and don't get a job however you can work in pretty much any field a mechanical engineer would
Which engineering pays the most?
All disciplines pay enough money for you to be comfortable in life. Although currently Mining/Civil are the highest paying simply because they are highest in demand.
Is Civil at USyd really that bad?
Course is definitely outdated but after 2-3 years of work it won't make the slightest difference.
Will a double degree increase my chances of employment/increase my salary?
It depends on which double degree, Usually it is better to simply work the extra year. I would suggest only doing the double degree if you are genuinely interested in the field.
How hard is engineering?
Very, also don't think that one discipline is easier/harder than another. They are all incredibly difficult and if UAI reflected difficulty of course engineering disciplines would all be 95+
What kind of working conditions do engineers have?
Most engineers work in offices/not on site. There are exceptions however such as construction, mining, geotechnical require it. Other fields like mechanical/chemical have jobs which require you to be on-site however it is your choice where you want to work.
What are the contact hours like?
Fairly intense, usually over 20 hours a week.
Flexible First Year?
Allows you to get a taste for the different engineering disciplines before you buy into one. It's a good idea just to give you some more time/experience with what you will be dealing with. You do not fall behind in the subjects as most first year engineering courses have the same basic subjects.
Sem 1
Linear Algebra
Differential Calculus
Introduction to Engineering Stream A/B
Engineering Computing
Physics 1001/Professional Engineering
Sem 2
Integral Calculus
Statistics
Statics/Electrical foundation
Dynamics/Professional Engineering
Chosen Major 1001
For the other forum vets, feel free to suggest anything to add to the thread.
Which University is best for X discipline
Although the difference in universities is fairly small there are some generally preferred universities for certain disciplines:
Civil: UTS
Electrical: USyd/UNSW
Rest are all fairly similar.
Will i get a job in the aero/space field in Australia
No, there is no space industry in Australia, chance of getting once overseas before 5 years experience in the field is also unlikely as they will have their own engineers who would get preference.
If you do aeronautical and don't get a job however you can work in pretty much any field a mechanical engineer would
Which engineering pays the most?
All disciplines pay enough money for you to be comfortable in life. Although currently Mining/Civil are the highest paying simply because they are highest in demand.
Is Civil at USyd really that bad?
Course is definitely outdated but after 2-3 years of work it won't make the slightest difference.
Will a double degree increase my chances of employment/increase my salary?
It depends on which double degree, Usually it is better to simply work the extra year. I would suggest only doing the double degree if you are genuinely interested in the field.
How hard is engineering?
Very, also don't think that one discipline is easier/harder than another. They are all incredibly difficult and if UAI reflected difficulty of course engineering disciplines would all be 95+
What kind of working conditions do engineers have?
Most engineers work in offices/not on site. There are exceptions however such as construction, mining, geotechnical require it. Other fields like mechanical/chemical have jobs which require you to be on-site however it is your choice where you want to work.
What are the contact hours like?
Fairly intense, usually over 20 hours a week.
Flexible First Year?
Allows you to get a taste for the different engineering disciplines before you buy into one. It's a good idea just to give you some more time/experience with what you will be dealing with. You do not fall behind in the subjects as most first year engineering courses have the same basic subjects.
Flexible First Year @ USydForbidden. said:
Sem 1
Linear Algebra
Differential Calculus
Introduction to Engineering Stream A/B
Engineering Computing
Physics 1001/Professional Engineering
Sem 2
Integral Calculus
Statistics
Statics/Electrical foundation
Dynamics/Professional Engineering
Chosen Major 1001
For the other forum vets, feel free to suggest anything to add to the thread.
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