Electronic Technology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Electronic Technology
Length
3 years full-time, or up to 6 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This three year degree offers specialisations in biomedical, optical, communication and electronic systems engineering, and sustainability in energy production. The course aims to enable graduates to work alongside electronic engineers in industry, where students will focus on the use of electronics in the modern world. The course provides a thorough grounding in relevant studies of electronics, engineering, management, computer science and mathematics, as well as practical experience via a project in third year, industry experience, and the possibility of articulation into the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering.
It offers specialisations in biomedical, optical, communication and electronic systems engineering, and sustainability in energy production. Students develop an appreciation of the role of engineering technologists in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.
Course structure
First year covers foundation studies in electronics, programming, physics, mathematics and engineering.
Later-year subjects incorporate more advanced and practical studies in electronics, including a project in third year and specialist options in biomedical engineering, optical and communications engineering, electronic systems engineering or sustainable energy generation.
Contact hours
24 contact hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Electronics, engineering principles and methods, technology design and management, technological sciences, management practices
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 Specialist Mathematics or Physics facilitates an additional 1.5 points per study. Performance in prerequisite studies is also considered.
Selection
ATAR 54.95 (2011)
Guaranteed Entry - Year 12 applicants only. Applicants with an ATAR of 65 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 eight weeks' certified practical experience under the guidance of an experienced engineer to be deemed to have completed the course. This is preferably undertaken during the annual vacation following second year, but may be done at the end of the final year.
Career opportunities
Graduates can take up challenging positions of support and supervision within the modern electronics and computing industries.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia at affiliate grade.