The Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Safety, Risk, and Reliability) is designed to equip professionals with the critical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fields of safety management, risk assessment, and reliability engineering.
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Safety, Risk, and Reliability) (GCSR) covers a wide range of topics essential for understanding the principles of system safety, risk management, data analysis, and reliability. It is tailored for professionals with backgrounds in mechanical, chemical & process, instrumentation & control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering. Students will gain expertise in incident investigation, learn from industry specialists, and acquire practical knowledge of the latest safety technologies and methodologies. The program emphasizes the application of theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This program is a stepping stone for those looking to advance their careers in the safety and reliability industries. It prepares students to manage safety systems, mitigate risks, and enhance reliability in various engineering contexts.
Throughout the program, students explore units covering foundational principles like safety concepts, risk assessment and mitigation methodologies, incident investigation, and functional safety systems in various industries. Emphasizing practical application, learners gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge safety technologies and statistical methods for reliability analysis.
Course Benefits:
The Graduate Certificate in Safety, Risk, and Reliability Engineering (GCSR) is meticulously crafted to arm students with the expertise necessary to excel in the dynamic fields of safety, reliability, and risk management. This program imparts the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively manage safety systems, mitigate risks, and enhance reliability across diverse operational contexts. Ideal for professionals with backgrounds in mechanical, chemical and process, instrumentation and control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering, the GCSR serves as a powerful catalyst for career advancement in the safety and reliability industries.
The program begins with the Introduction to System Safety, Risk Management, and Reliability unit, where students learn the fundamental principles and concepts essential for ensuring system safety and executing effective risk management strategies. The Incident/Accident Investigations and Learning from Disasters unit equips students with the expertise to conduct thorough investigations of incidents and accidents, extracting critical lessons to prevent future occurrences. Safety Systems – Tools and Methods unit provides practical knowledge of cutting-edge safety technologies and methodologies, preparing students to implement advanced safety systems. Finally, the Data Analysis and Statistics for Reliability Engineering unit delves into statistical methods for reliability, empowering students to make informed decisions and enhance safety practices through robust data analysis.
With a curriculum designed to blend theoretical knowledge with practical application, the GCSR program prepares students to become leaders in the safety and reliability engineering sectors, capable of addressing the complex challenges of modern industrial environments.
The program is composed of 4 units. These units cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of Safety, Risk and Reliability.
The program is delivered on a part-time intensive basis over 2 terms, each of 12 weeks.
Please refer to the current teach-out program structure here.
| Unit Number | Module/Unit Name (please ensure links are directing the correct unit outline) |
Term | Credit Points |
| GSR501 | Introduction to System Safety, Risk Management and Reliability | Term 1 | 3 |
| GSR502 | Incident/Accident Investigations and Learning from Disasters | Term 1 | 3 |
| GSR505 | Safety Systems – Tools and Methods | Term 2 | 3 |
| GSR508 | Data Analysis and Statistics for Reliability Engineering | Term 2 | 3 |
Dr Arti Siddhpura
Applicants are required to:
Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-congruent engineering field are required to demonstrate their prior learning and experience is equivalent to the entry requirements (exact positions and roles that will be considered relevant are to be decided by each specialisation and will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the EIT Admissions Committee).
Applicants who do not hold a recognized bachelor’s degree are required to demonstrate their prior learning and experience is equivalent to this qualification. A minimum of an Australian Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) in Engineering and 5 years of technical work experience at a technologist level or above in a relevant engineering field is required for an application to be considered (exact positions and roles that will be considered relevant are to be decided by each specialization and will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the EIT Admissions Committee) **
Please note:
*Congruent field of practice for GCSR means any recognised undergraduate degree in engineering or engineering science degree.
** Applicants who enter and complete this qualification without holding a prior bachelor’s degree and go on to complete an EIT Master’s Degree may not be eligible for Engineers Australia recognition. However, students can lodge a personal application with Engineers Australia to be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Like all Australian higher education providers and universities, EIT programs are accredited by the exacting standards of the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). This Graduate Diploma is a formally recognized qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
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This course is classified as Level 8 under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
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| Our Graduate Certificates takes 6 months to complete. The online graduate certificates are delivered on a part-time intensive basis over 2 terms, each of 12 weeks. Part-time students are expected to spend approximately 20 hours per week learning the program material, completing assessments and attending tutorials.After enrolment the maximum time allowed to complete all units is 3 years. |
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