Computer Systems Engineering
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering
Length
4 years full time, or up to 8 years part time.
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in two different fields: computer hardware and electronics and computer software. The Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering aims to give students knowledge of and skills in computer architecture, enabling them to design, install and operate complex computer systems, large software systems, and computer networks. It emphasises practical and transferable skills such as presentation and communication, management techniques, and entrepreneurship. Content also covers C++ and Java programming, technology project team work and a fourth-year thesis, which teaches research skills and provides students with an opportunity to study a current research area in depth.
There is an option of industry-recognised CISCO certification in computer networks.
Course structure
First-year studies include object-oriented programming in Java and C++, mathematics, and introductory electronics.
Second and third years cover electronics, system design and network engineering, artificial intelligence, operating systems, and an industry-based project in software engineering (the design, development and maintenance of complex systems of computer programs).
Students choose from a range of computer science electives in third and fourth year, and complete either a thesis or an engineering project in fourth year. Students can specialise in software engineering and network engineering streams.
Contact hours
21 contact hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Computer science, electronics, mathematics, computer systems engineering, engineering management, software engineering, software systems, computer network engineering.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesMiddle Band
Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study.
Selection
ATAR 64.00 (2011)
Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 70 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and either Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Additional information
Students must complete at least 12 weeks' certified practical experience to be deemed to have completed the course. This is usually undertaken during the vacation following third or fourth year.
A CISCO certification training program is available for students who pass the network engineering subjects. Interested students should contact the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering at the beginning of first semester.
Career opportunities
Graduates should be competent to work on the design, installation and operation of complex computer systems, with a particular focus on computer networks and software engineering. They are likely to have excellent employment opportunities in diverse areas in industry, accounting, government, and research and development.
Professional recognition
This course is fully accredited by Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society.