Microelectronic Engineering (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2011
Award
Master of Microelectronic Engineering
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course addresses the many challenges brought about by rapid advances in computers, multimedia and telecommunication,from high-level specification of microelectronic systems to the realisation of integrated circuits. It aims to produce skilled engineers with practical experience to suit the microelectronics industry, featuring the opportunity for students to design their own integrated circuits.
Course structure
Core subjects include Embedded Processors, Advanced Digital Systems Design, Semiconductor Materials and Devices, Digital System Design, Engineering Practice, Electronic Design Automation-Tools and Technique, Integrated Circuit Design, Test and Verification, Design for Production, and Microelectronics Project. Students can choose from a range of electives in microelectronics or allied disciplines.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
22 040
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesSelection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A four-year Australian Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or Communication/Telecommunication Engineering, or a four-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in an appropriate field, or approved international equivalent. Candidates who do not strictly meet these requirements may be considered for admission following successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic Engineering.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Career opportunities
Microelectronics is driving next generation applications across a diverse range of industries, such as automotive, biotechnology and biomedical equipment, computer and information technology, consumer electronics and home entertainment, defence and security, telecommunications and wireless systems. The microelectronics engineer, with specialist knowledge and skills in the design and application of integrated circuits and systems, is at the forefront of bringing next generation devices and products to realisation.
Contact information
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