Electronic Engineering/Microelectronics

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Year

2010

Award

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering and Master of Microelectronic Engineering

Length

5.5 years full-time (5 years for accelerated program), or part-time equivalent

Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Course description

This course produces graduates with specialist skills in microelectronic engineering. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, it equips students with comprehensive skills in the design and application of integrated circuits and systems, focusing on the creation of microelectronic components. The course offers a unique 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.

Students can access the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.

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, EDA tools and design methodology, and a major project.

Handbook

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Major areas of study

Electronics, mathematics, computer science, microelectronics engineering, engineering and engineering physics. The microelectronics specialisation commences in third year and continues through to fifth year.

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/prospective/uniwide/index.html

Middle Band

Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics raises aggregate score 1.5 points higher for each study.

Selection

ENTER 90.50

Extra requirements

Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.

Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.

Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 & 4: Study score of at least 20 in English (any), and at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (either) or 20 in Specialist Mathematics.

Semester starts

Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Career opportunities

The Victorian government recognises microelectronic engineering as a strategic business development requirement, and graduates will find employment in a diverse areas. These include the automotive industry, biotechnology and biomedical equipment, computer and information technology, consumer electronics and home entertainment, defence and security, and telecommunications and wireless systems.

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by Engineers Australia.

Course URL

http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html

Contact information

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Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering
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School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences:
T (03) 9479 1283

All students may pay a Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for Overseas Student Health Cover