JCU Engineering is a leader in applied learning and offers an internationally recognised engineering program shaped by industry. Our graduates are highly employable and have exceptional graduate employment outcomes. You can take your career globally or make a difference locally. During their first year, JCU students study core subjects to gain a thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals. Students deepen their knowledge in their selected major plus one minor in their second, third and fourth years. Students gain hands-on, industry relevant skills through a strong focus on theoretical and practical learning. Studies culminate in fourth year with a major engineering project involving researching a current industry issue and working towards designing a solution. Students can choose from five different Engineering majors. Only the common first year and the electronic systems and internet of things major are available at Cairns. Students must transfer to the appropriate campus to continue their studies. Chemical Engineering Create, manipulate and design products using raw materials, and chemistry and physics principles. Become an expert in the intricacies of reactor design and modelling, and learn how to comprehend the concepts of instrumental analysis. JCU students build an in-depth understanding of advanced chemical technologies such as minerals processing, extractive metallurgy and bioprocessing. There is no mid-year entry for this major. Civil Engineering Benefit from JCU’s expert lecturers and explore various civil engineering disciplines such as structural, hydraulic, geotechnical, transport and environmental engineering. Develop the skills required to assess the environmental impact of large projects and understand how to build community engagement. JCU graduates have a thorough understanding of how to make cities better places to live. Electrical and Electronic Engineering Learn how to design and maintain electrical energy infrastructure through the application of the electrical principles. Integrate theory with practice and visit telecommunications companies, power utilities and mines. Electronic Systems and Internet of Things (IoT) Engineering Develop sensor technologies, analyse big data and design smart technology that relates to various industries. Work with cloud computing and wireless communication utilising a state-of-the-art Internet of Things research lab. Mechanical Engineering Understand the principles of mechanics and thermodynamics to analyse, design, manufacture and maintain machines across almost all industries. Learn the foundations of thermo fluid mechanics and the dynamics of machine elements. Career Opportunities A JCU Engineering degree prepares students to work across a broad range of occupations and industries, depending on their chosen major. Job opportunities include: Chemical Engineer – operate in highly diverse industries ranging from environmental science, water treatment. Civil Engineer – work in design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure such as buildings, bridges, roads. Electrical Engineer – design solutions for electronics and electrical infrastructure in industries such as energy, communications, automotive, mining, agriculture, aviation or medical technology. Electronic Systems and Internet of Things Engineer – design electronics, software and data analytics for many industries such as communications, energy, smart cities. Mechanical Engineer – design, manufacture and maintain machines for a large number of industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, agriculture.