Electronic Engineering/Biomedical Engineering
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering and Master of Biomedical Engineering
Length
5.5 years full-time (5 years in an accelerated program), or up to 10 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course is designed for students interested in electronics-based biomedical, paramedical and healthcare technologies, or planning a career in biomedical engineering. It combines undergraduate and Master's level studies, offering substantial training in the life sciences, as well as in formal vocational training to postgraduate level in biomedical engineering.
Students must perform at a satisfactory level in third and fourth years to continue in the concurrent program. The biomedical specialisation commences in third year and continues through to fifth year.
PLEASE NOTE: This course may be offered under a different program in 2012, subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course's status before making an application.
Course structure
First-year studies include introductory electronics, mathematics, programming for engineers, physics, and an electronic engineering design project.
Later-year studies include applied management for engineers, biomedical engineering, clinical engineering, modern applied statistics, and a major project.
Contact hours
Between 24 and 30 hours a week in first year.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Biology, physiology, electronics, mathematics, physics, science, biomedical engineering, engineering, mathematics
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-undergraduatesFirst-year scholarships are available for high-achieving students. Prospective candidates should contact the Department of Electronic Engineering early in their Year 12 studies for details.
Middle Band
Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 points per study.
Selection
ATAR n/a (2011)
Guaranteed Entry - Year 12 applicants only. Applicants with an ATAR of 80 or more 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: study score of at least 20 in any English (any), and 25 in Mathematical Methods or 20 in 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, but may be done at the end of final year.
The biomedical specialisation commences in third year and continues through to fifth year.
Career opportunities
Biomedical engineers are at the forefront of the rapidly expanding provision of high-technology health services, including patient monitoring systems for operating theatres and intensive care, computerised medical imaging and monitoring, artificial organs, neural prostheses and life-support systems, hospital safety, equipment management, and many other aspects of technology applied to medicine.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia. After holding a professional role in biomedical engineering, graduates can apply for registration with the College of Biomedical Engineers.