There are also functions at which scholars and sponsors have the opportunity to meet socially, and a program of industry visits to let scholars see the workings of sponsors' operations. A major part of the work of engineers concerns industrial productivity. Engineering graduates are in increasing demand where innovative solutions are needed and where rapid changes in technology are taking place. Additionally, engineers are sought after to complete examinations and assessments on behalf of financial or regulatory bodies of technical projects and technology-based commercial activities. Through the Industrial Training component, Co-op scholars have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals to develop skills and experience in technical and general engineering management.
All graduates find immediate employment.
Those finishing between 1997-99 have found work with Alcatel, Alstom, Arthur Andersen Consulting, BAE Systems, Canon Information Systems Research, Cochlear, CiTech, Dancrai, Defence Department, Energy Australia, Jtec, Lake DSP, Macquarie Bank, Motorola, Pacific Power, Pacific Solar, Price Waterhouse and Telstra. By now, some have taken the opportunity to transfer overseas. In addition, a separate application must be lodged with the University for admission to the Co-op Program in Electrical Engineering. Application forms should be available from the careers advisers at all high schools, or may be obtained from the addresses below. The normal requirements for admission to the BE in Electrical Engineering or BE in Telecommunications courses must be satisfied by Co-op scholars, as for any other entrant.