Bachelor of Electronic Technology
Course code/s: Melbourne (SBET)
The Bachelor of Electronic Technology is a three-year course that prepares students for the profession of engineering technology in the field of electronics and offers minor specialisations in biomedical, optical and communication, electronic systems engineering and sustainable energy generation. It introduces students to electronic engineering technology and develops an understanding of the pure and engineering sciences, computing, mathematics and management practices needed in the profession of electronic technology. 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. Graduates may apply for membership of Engineers Australia at the grade of Affiliate and seek employment in industry as an engineering technologist.
Biomedical engineering
The provision of first-rate health care and the prevention of disease are priorities for the 21st century. Advances in medicine in recent years have been assisted by new technology, including the applications of advanced electronics.
Biomedical engineers are at the forefront of the rapidly expanding, high-technology provision of these health services, including such fields as patient monitoring systems for operating theatres and intensive care subjects, computerised medical imaging and monitoring, artificial organs, neural prostheses and life-support systems, hospital safety and equipment management, as well as all other aspects of technology applied to medicine.
Optical and Communication engineering
Technologists working in the area of optical and communication engineering are faced with many challenges because of the rapid advances in computer, internet, multimedia, and telecommunications technologies. For example, mobile phones have become common and the move to digital techniques has allowed many new features to be introduced to the telephone network. The introduction and expansion of optical fibre networks has meant that massive amounts of information (for example telephone conversations, television signals and data communications) can be transmitted as light waves. This specialisation emphasises the digital communications techniques, which underpin many of these developments.
Electronic systems engineering
New developments in the field of electronics continue to appear at an ever-increasing rate and microelectronics has made an impact in nearly every aspect of our lives. An immense amount of computing power can now be provided by microprocessors for embedded systems and robotics. Modern scientific and industrial instrumentation relies heavily on electronic techniques of measurement, storage, processing, and display of information. Electronic control systems are an integral part of modern society in industrial, commercial, and domestic environments.
Entry with advanced standing
Students who have completed or partially completed a Diploma or Certificate studies may be granted advanced standing.
Articulation to Bachelor of Electronic Engineering
Students who have passed the Bachelor of Electronic Technology may apply to articulate to the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering degree. For such students it may be possible to complete the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with a further 120-150 credit points of study over at least one year.
Industry experience
Students are required to complete at least 8 weeks certified practical experience under the guidance of an experienced engineer before being deemed to have completed the course and therefore qualify to graduate. This is preferably undertaken during the annual vacation following the second year of the course but may be done at the conclusion of the final year.
Scholarships
First 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.
Course structure
The course consists of subjects with a total work value of 360 credit points, taken over three years full-time or an equivalent part-time duration. It has many subjects in common with the first three years of the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering course.
First year (120 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Introductory Electronics | ELE1IEL | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Calculus and Probability for Engineers | MAT1CPE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | C Programming for Engineers and Scientists | CSE1CES | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Principles of Physics A | PHY1SCA | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Basic Electronic Circuits | ELE1CCT | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Calculus and Linear Algebra | MAT1CLA | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Engineering Practice | EMS1EP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Principles of Physics B | PHY1SCB | 15 |
Second year (120 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Electrical Power | ELE2PWR | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Linear Circuits and Signals | ELE2CIR | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Microprocessors and Digital Design | ELE2MDD | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Vector Calculus | MAT2VCA | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Digital Design with Programmable Logic | ELE2DDP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Analogue Circuits and Interfacing | ELE2ANI | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Linear Algebra | MAT2LAL | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Choose second year level subject. Recommended subject: PHY2EMM. | 15 |
Third year (120 credit points)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Applied Management for Engineers | ELE4EMT | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Embedded Processors | ELE3EMB | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Design for Mass Production | ELE5DES | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Technology Investigative Project | ELE3TIP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Third Year Project | ELE3PRO | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 |
Elective subject chosen from third year level electronic engineering, fourth year level electronic engineering, third year level mathematics, or any other subject approved by the undergraduate course adviser. |
15 | |
| TE-SEM-1 / TE-SEM-2 |
Students are recommended to undertake one of the following specialty streams. Alternatively students may elect not to undertake a specialty stream and select any two 15 credit point third year level electronic engineering subjects. |
30 |
Specialty options (30 credit points)
Biomedical Engineering Stream:
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Instrumentation Electronics and Sensors | ELE3IES | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Clinical Engineering | ELE4CLN | 15 |
Optical and Communication Engineering Stream:
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Communication Systems | ELE3CMN | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Digital Communication Systems | ELE3DCS | 15 |
Electronic Systems Stream:
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Control Systems | ELE3CON | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Electronic Design Automation – Tools and Techniques | ELE3DDE | 15 |
Please note: Some of these subjects may not be offered in the current year. For a full description of subjects, including the subject name, subject code, credit points, campus/location, teaching period and availability, subject coordinator, class requirements, assessment, prerequisites and readings, please click on the appropriate Subject Code or refer to the Subject Database at www.latrobe.edu.au/udb_public.