Microelectronic Engineering (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Microelectronic Engineering
Length
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time.
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.
This course may be offered under a different program in 2012 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application.
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
Application
Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
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/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Four-year Bachelor of Engineering in electronic, computer, or communication/telecommunications engineering, or four-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) in an appropriate field, or equivalent. Applicants with a three-year Bachelor of Science (in appropriate field) or Bachelor of Engineering in another field may also be considered, conditional upon enrolment in additional (preliminary) subjects.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Microelectronics is the key enabling technology driving next-generation applications across a diverse range of industries, including design and manufacture of automotive, biotechnology and biomedical equipment, computer and information technology, consumer electronics, wireless systems, and home entertainment. It is also crucial to telecommunications, and defense and security. Graduates can expect to find diverse employment opportunities within these fields.