Program overview
Engineers Australia’s Graduate Learning Program - Rail is designed for organisations in the rail industry that are ready to invest in their graduate workforce and shape them into efficient and effective engineering professionals.
Our program will give your graduates the many skills they need to thrive as engineers while showing them how to continue developing these skills independently into the future. It will give them a greater understanding of the impact of their work and decisions on others.
Designed in consultation with engineering organisations and the Australasian Railway Association, this engaging and flexible 18-month program helps new engineers develop the skills to achieve business results. Content within the program aligns to the underpinning knowledge engineers need to start their journey towards Chartered status.
Our program is an excellent way to attract and retain your graduate workforce.
This program is delivered in partnership with the Australasian Railway Association.
Is this program for you?
Your graduate(s) must have an engineering degree in any discipline and been working in an engineering-related role in the rail industry for two years or less.
Delivery options
The program is delivered as a completely online learning experience, allowing graduates to continue their professional development from any location.
It is delivered through a mix of flexible online education practices, including experiential and social learning, interactive webinars, virtual workshops, engaging materials with coaching and support.
The program is flexible and you can customise the content and delivery modes to meet your business needs and complement your other learning programs.
Price
$5,990 ex GST per participant
Next Intake
26 April 2023
RSVP by 19 April 2023
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We can customise this program for groups of six or more.
You choose the time, place, duration and format.
Call us on +61 3 9321 1700 or complete the enquiry form to talk about your organisation's needs.
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What you’ll learn
Personal Empowerment Module
This module lays the foundations for professional and personal growth. Participants are equipped with the skills to take personal responsibility for the planning and development of their own careers. They go on to develop self-awareness in order to regulate their emotions and improve interpersonal skills.
- Communication
- Self-management
- Emotional intelligence
- Resilience
Understanding Rail Module
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the rail industry. Participants will learn about the rail industry’s contribution to the economy and community, different types of rail infrastructure and rollingstock, rail specific asset management practices, how to safely operate a rail network, understand how the range of businesses that make up the rail supply chain work together.
- Rail industry overview
- Rail track infrastructure and rollingstock
- Rail operations and safety
- Passenger and freight rail
- Contractors and supply chain
Project Management Module
This module focuses on the skills and processes required to plan and execute successful projects that deliver desired business outcomes. Practical skills to leverage stakeholder relationships and manage projects are developed through a range of learning activities.
- The project management lifecycle
- Problem-solving
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk management
Professional Skills Module
This module builds leadership and professional capabilities to drive innovation and respond to a rapidly changing environment. It will challenge their ability to think critically and work collaboratively. A focus is placed on sustaining success throughout their careers and pursuing goals such as Chartered status.
- Leadership
- Innovation
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking