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. 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.
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. International students must undertake their experience during the annual vacation following the second year. It may be done at the conclusion of final year but must be completed before the students visa expiry date. Visa expiry dates may not be extended for the sole purpose of completing practical experience. International applicants are advised to ensure they have the correct visa to undertake this work placement.
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 | Analogue Circuits and Interfacing | ELE2ANI | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Electrical Power | ELE2PWR | 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 | Linear Circuits and Signals | ELE2CIR | 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-1 | Signal Processing and Control | ELE3SPC | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Third Year Level elective | 15 | |
| TE-SEM-2 | Design for Mass Production | ELE4DES | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Electronic Design Automation | ELE3DDE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Technology Investigative Project | ELE3TIP | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Third Year Project | ELE3PRO | 15 |
Recommended third year level electives:
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Communication Systems | ELE3CMN | |
| TE-SEM-1 | Instrumentation Electronics and Sensors | ELE3IES | 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.