Graduate Diploma of Railway Signalling CF66
Program at a glance
| Duration: | 2 years part-time - 3 terms per year |
| Mode & Location: | External only. This program is supported by a course website and is delivered 100% online. |
| Courses/Units of Credit: | 6 courses/48 units of credit |
| Faculty: | James Goldston Faculty of Engineering & Physical Systems |
| Entry: | Direct (more info) |
| Accreditation: | not applicable |
| Induction Program: | There will be a compulsory 2-day induction program in Sydney around the end of February, where students will meet face-to-face with the teaching team as well as other classs members. This requirement is a once off for the complete program. The cost of attending the induction program is additional to the cost of tuition fees. |
| Exit awards: | Graduate Certificate in Railway Signalling |
| Interim awards: | not applicable |
| Contact: | The Faculty of Engineering & Physical Systems on 07 4930 9733 or email engineering-enquiries@cqu.edu.au |
| International students: | not applicable |
| CRICOS program codes: | not applicable |
Program aim
This program aims to develop competent railway signal engineers and future leaders of the profession by providing students with a well-rounded knowledge base, generic engineering competencies development, and work integrated exercises to enhance candidate's ability to apply their knowledge and skills in locally relevant practices. The program incorporates project-based and work-integrated learning, and is supported by a network of senior members of the profession acting as work-based mentors. The program aims to become established as an alternative to the traditional IRSE examinations.
Program structure
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| 6 courses: | |
| RAIL29004 | Signalling & Safe Railway Operation |
| RAIL29005 | Signalling Principles |
| RAIL29006 | Signalling the Layout |
| RAIL29007 | Signalling Applications Engineering |
| RAIL29008 | Systems, Management & Engineering |
| RAIL29009 | Signalling Research/Investigation Project |
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Entry
- Full-time employment in the relevant field and agreement of support from employer (compulsory).
- Recent (within 5 years) graduates of Bachelor of Electrical Engineering courses.
- Candidates who do not meet the above requirements but have at least 5 years of work experience in the appropriate field and show learning maturity and capability may be accepted on the recommendation (in writing) of their employer.