Electronic Engineering/Microelectronics
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering and Master of Microelectronic 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 aims to give students comprehensive skills in the design and application of integrated circuits and systems, focusing on the creation of microelectronic components and systems. It offers a five-year concurrent program combining undergraduate and Master's level studies.
Students must perform at a satisfactory level in the third and fourth years of the course to continue in the concurrent program. The microelectronics 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, object-oriented programming, physics, and an electronic engineering design project.
Later-year studies include digital systems design, applied management for engineers, semiconductor materials and devices, electronic design automation (EDA) tools and design methodology, integrated circuit (IC) design, testing and verification, and a major project.
Contact hours
Between 24 and 30 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Electronics, mathematics, computer science, microelectronics engineering, engineering, engineering physics
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 raises aggregate score 1.5 points higher for each study.
Selection
ATAR n/a (2011)
Guaranteed Entry - Year 12 applicants only. Applicants with an ATAR of 80 or above receive e 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 detailing prior educational experience and reasons for interest in the course. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 20 in 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.
Career opportunities
The Victorian Government recognises microelectronic engineering as a strategic business development requirement. Consequently, graduates are likely to find work in diverse fields, including biotechnology and biomedical equipment, computer and information technology, consumer electronics, home and games entertainment, defence and security, telecommunications and wireless systems industries, and the automotive industry.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia.