Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences: The World of Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics
Associate Dean Learning and Teaching, Associate Professor Mark Jaksa

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about the significant role you can play as an engineer, computer scientist or mathematician of the future.

Learn how the right choice of program can prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career. This discussion will highlight the future of engineering and computer science and the importance of mathematics in relation to relevant issues such as sustainability, renewable energy, the mining boom and information and communication technology industries.

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering: Bioinspired Chips, Renewable Energy and New Technologies for Medicine
Dr Tamath Rainsford

Electrical technologies are constantly advancing. With this advancement comes an ever-increasing need for talented engineers with capabilities in fields such as electronics, computer systems, telecommunications, avionics and sustainable energy. This discussion will highlight several exciting developments in electrical engineering including: T-rays which could be used to detect diseases like cancer or to screen for weapons and biological threats; vision chips which are inspired by the visual system of an insect and could be used in robots; and solar-powered electric vehicles.

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Civil, Environmental & Mining Engineering: Who Put the Civil In Civilisation?
Associate Professor David Walker

How did engineers and engineering technology affect the development of human civilisation?  Where are we now, and what will future civilisations look like? Where would society be without safe homes and buildings or without an effective transport system? Learn about how our civilisation depends on Civil Engineers and about their developing role in modern society.

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Computer Science: The Graduate
Mr Alex Flint

Ever dreamed of working for Google and embarking on a PhD at the University of Oxford?
Well that’s exactly what Alex Flint, a graduate from the School of Computer Science, has achieved. Alex is employed by Google in Sydney, and will later this year begin his PhD at the University of Oxford. Hear about his experiences as a student, including his travels around the world as part of a programming competition team, and learn more about the opportunities currently available to Computer Science graduates.

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Mechanical Engineering: Designing the Future
Dr Colin Kestell

A discussion that will emphasise the diversity of mechanical engineering with a focus on the opportunities that await successful graduates from some of South Australia's most sought after and unique engineering programs.
Graduates from this discipline design and create projects, products and processes so that they function effectively and economically – this includes everything from microscopic components to massive manufacturing plants. Graduates have gained employment in a variety of industries from robotics, laser technology and biomedical research through to aerospace, as exemplified by famous graduate Dr Andy Thomas, Australia’s first astronaut.

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Chemical Engineering: Chemical Engineering in the 21st Century
Dr Yung Ngothai

The modern discipline of chemical engineering encompasses much more than just process engineering. Chemical engineers are now engaged in the development and production of a diverse range of products, as well as in commodity and specialty chemicals. To address the challenges this industry is confronted with, the School of Chemical Engineering offers a suite of diverse programs such as Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Sustainable Energy Engineering. This presentation will cover the future of the chemical engineering industry including its various vocations.

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