Diploma of Advanced Manufacturing
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00300K
The Diploma of Advanced Manufacturing will equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career within Australia's rapidly growing industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing sectors. Industry 4.0 refers to the fourth industrial revolution that employs digital technology, automation, and cyber-physical systems to optimise production in the manufacturing environment. Over the next 10 years traditional workplaces will see significant change due to emerging technologies including Industry 4.0, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Additive Manufacturing, Digital Twinning, Supply Chain 4.0, Robotics and Mechatronics. This course will equip you to be part of the growing workforce in these sectors. With this diploma, you qualify for entry-level engineering roles, or you can continue onto other engineering and IT degree courses such as CDU's Associate Degree in Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Science or Bachelor of IT. Commencing students employed in the defence, aerospace, and associated manufacturing industries may be eligible to apply for a Commonwealth-funded place. Please contact testlab@cdu.edu.au prior to submitting an application to discuss your eligibility.
Structure
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
Standard entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following: Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*. Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher. Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma. Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications. Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140. Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course. Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience. Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course: Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal * After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina |
| No |
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| CDU Online |
| No |
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