Microelectronics (Postgraduate Diploma)

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This course information is for local students only

Year

2012

Award

Postgraduate Diploma in Microelectronics

Length

1 year full-time or up to 2 years part-time.

Campuses

Melbourne

Course description

This course comprises the first and second stages of a three-semester Master of Microelectronic Engineering program. Introduced at the request of the Victorian government, it is part of an initiative to develop training programs in the semiconductor industry. It allows engineers to upgrade their skills and practical experience to satisfy industry requirements.

Course structure

Students can choose to take coursework subjects only, or include a minor thesis as part of their studies. Core subjects include Electronic Design Automation (EDA), EDA Tools and Design Methodology, Digital Systems Design, and Integrated Circuit Design.

Subject details

Melbourne

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/postgraduates

Prerequisites

Four-year Bachelor of Engineering in electronic, computer, or communication/telecommunication engineering, or four-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) or equivalent qualification in an appropriate field. Applicants with a three-year Bachelor of Science in an appropriate field or Bachelor of Engineering in another field may also be considered, but may be required to take additional (preliminary) subjects. A list is available from the Department of Electronic Engineering.

Semester starts

Semester 1 (March)