C11237v1 Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management
Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management (GradCertEnvEM)CRICOS code: 081086G
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent (essential) requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information
Overview
This course deals with the broad aspects of environmental management relevant to practising professionals in engineering science, planning, architecture, law, surveying, health and building. Engineers, scientists, town planners and other professionals working in this field have a compelling duty to ensure that the adverse effects of development on the total environment are minimised. The subjects offered in this course follow an integrated approach to professional practice through a choice of compulsory subjects in professional engineering, environmental engineering management and an elective.
Environmental engineering and management is high on the political agenda. It also has a high professional priority. Students develop a background and competence in environmental management. This course is ideal for practising professionals who are interested in environmental management issues but who do not have the time to commit to a master's course.
Course aims
The course aims to develop an awareness and understanding of the human impact on the environment with respect to waste minimisation and water quality management, and the professional skills required to work as part of an integrated team responsible for environmental planning and management.
Career options
This course is of relevance to practising professionals in architecture, building, engineering science, health, law, planning and surveying.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates are culturally and historically informed, with awareness of ethical practices when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. |
| B.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates consider the social, cultural, economic and sustainability dimensions of their work thereby contributing to improved community outcomes. |
| C.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates apply design thinking, critical thinking and problem-defining skills when proposing environmental engineering management solutions. |
| D.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates apply theoretical and practical disciplinary knowledge to complete environmental engineering projects. |
| E.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates collaborate both within and across disciplines and communication effectively with specialist and non-specialist audiences. |
| F.1 | Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management graduates engage in reflective practice by considering the social, cultural, ethical and economic dimensions that underpin their work, apply lifelong learning skills to stay up-to-date with environmental engineering. |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
It is a requirement that the bachelor's degree be in engineering or the natural and physical sciences, with no more than 25 per cent of subjects failed.
Applicants who do not satisfy the above academic requirements may be considered on one of the following:
- Completed Associate Diploma and RATE Diploma; or
- Completed TAFE/AQF Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or overseas equivalent); or
- New Zealand technical and vocational NQF Level 5-7
and
- Above qualification(s) to be in the field of engineering or the natural and physical sciences;
- Minimum two years' full-time equivalent related work experience post completion of study;
- Submission of resume and proof of work experience.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Inherent (essential) requirements
Inherent (essential) requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course. This Statement should be read in conjunction with the UTS Student Rules.
Prospective or current student concerned about their ability to meet these requirements should discuss their concerns with the Academic Liaison Officer in their faculty or school and/or UTS Accessibility Service on 9514 1177 or at accessibility@uts.edu.au.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning is not available for this course.
The substitution of core subjects with an alternative/advanced postgraduate subject in a similar field of study may be granted.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered on a six-month, full-time or one-year, part-time basis.
The course is made up of subjects that provide students with flexibility. Classes are usually held in standard mode (weekly attendance) or in block mode (attend classes only two or three times during the session per subject). Some subjects may be available in distance mode.
Course structure
Students complete 24 credit points of study. A minimum of 18 credit points comes from the core of the Master of Environmental Engineering Management and the remainder from core or elective subjects. Elective subjects are to be chosen from postgraduate subjects offered within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology as listed in the elective option; some subjects may need prior approval.
Course completion requirements
| CBK90956 Choice (Professional Engineering) | 6cp | |
| STM90864 Core subjects | 12cp | |
| CBK90230 Elective (Engineering) | 6cp | |
| Total | 24cp |
Course program
A typical full-time program is shown below.
| full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn or Spring session | ||
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90956 Choice (Professional Engineering) | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| STM90864 Core subjects | 12cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90230 Elective (Engineering) | 6cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Management, the Graduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering Management (C06109) and the Master of Environmental Engineering Management (C04272).
Other information
Further information is available from:
UTS Student Centre
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