Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) (Honours), Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)

The double degree Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) (Honours), Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) requires five years of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time).

The course is offered by the College of Science and Engineering. 

This combination is accredited at the level of Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationallly under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered Professional Engineering status.

• Admission requirements
• Course aims
• Learning outcomes
• Program of study

Admission requirements

The minimum requirements for consideration for entry to all undergraduate courses are specified in detail in the University Entry Requirements.

Successful completion of either SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) Specialist Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or equivalent International Baccalaureate subjects is normally required for entry. Knowledge of SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) Physics is assumed.

Course aims

The course has been designed to provide graduates with:

• a strong foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of engineering, particularly those relevant to the systematic development of robotic systems
• an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of robotics engineering and electrical and electronic engineering more generally
  
• an ability to critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems
• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them
• well developed written and oral communication skills
• structured engineering work experience
• the ability to work and interact professionally as an individual and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams
• an understanding of the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
• an ability to undertake a substantial research-oriented project
• preparation for future management roles as professional engineers.

The course provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in an engineering related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the award, students will be able to:

• competently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex robotic and electrical and electronic engineering systems
  
• demonstrate a broad and deep understanding of the robotics and electrical and electronic engineering discipline and a deeper understanding of some areas of robotics and electrical and electronic engineering
• apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
• communicate effectively with other engineers and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies;
• work professionally as an individual and in a team
• understand and describe the processes through which current knowledge was developed
• develop engineering solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied
• engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of robotics and electrical and electronic engineering
• contribute successfully to engineering project management
• plan and execute a research project, applying relevant methodologies and knowledge
• apply skills adopted through the thesis and advanced discipline topics to  postgraduate level research or advanced industrial investigation.

On completion of the Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) (Honours), Master of Engineering (Electronics), students will be eligible for professional membership of Engineers Australia.

Program of study

To qualify for the Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) (Honours), Master of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) a student must complete 180 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below.

Core - Year 1 topics

36 units comprising:

 ENGR1201  Electronics  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1401  Professional Skills  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1711  Engineering Design  (4.5 units) 
 ENGR1721  Engineering Programming  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1722  Engineering Physics and Materials  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1732  Engineering Mechanics  (4.5 units)
 MATH1121  Mathematics 1A  (4.5 units)
 MATH1122  Mathematics 1B  (4.5 units)

Core - Year 2 topics

31.5 units comprising:

 COMP2711  Computer Programming 2  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2702  Electrical Circuits and Machines  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2711  Engineering Mathematics  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2722  Analysis of Engineering Systems  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2731  Electronic Circuits  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2772  Sensors and Actuators  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2791  Electrical Engineering Principles  (4.5 units)

Option - Year 2 topics

4.5 units selected from:

ENGR2752  Mechanics of Machines  (4.5 units)
ENGR2781  Mechanical Design Project  (4.5 units)

Core - Year 3 topics

31.5 units comprising:

 ENGR2712  Automation and Industrial Control  (4.5 units)
 ENGR2771  Dynamics  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3701  Computer Organisation and Design  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3721  Signal Processing  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3731  Communication Systems  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3771  Robotic Systems  (4.5 units)
 ENGR9742  Systems Engineering  (4.5 units)

Elective - Year 3 topics

4.5 units of elective topics from across the University where entry requirements are met

Core - Year 4 topics

18 units comprising:

 ENGR3750  Workplace Preparation  (0 units)
 ENGR7712  Autonomous Systems  (4.5 units)
 ENGR7761  Computer Vision  (4.5 units)
 ENGR9704  Engineering Management (4.5 units)
 ENGR9721  Control Systems GE  (4.5 units)

Minor - Year 4 topics

4.5 units selected from the chosen Minor

Option - Year 4 topics

13.5 units selected from:

 ENGR3700  Engineering Practicum  (13.5 units)
 ENGR3710  International Engineering Practicum (13.5 units)

Core - Year 5 topics

18 units comprising:

 ENGR9700A  Masters Thesis  (4.5/18 units)
 ENGR9700B  Masters Thesis  (4.5/18 units)  
 ENGR9700C  Masters Thesis  (4.5/18 units)  
 ENGR9700D  Masters Thesis  (4.5/18 units)

Minor - Year 5 topics

13.5 units selected from the chosen Minor

Option - Year 5 topics

4.5 units selected from:

ENGR7711  Advanced Control Systems  (4.5 units)
ENGR7732  Instrumentation  (4.5 units)

Minors

• Advanced Electrical Engineering
• Advanced Electronic Engineering
  

Course Rule Notes

1. With the permission of the Course Coordinator students may undertake ENGR9405 Engineering Work Experience (4.5 units) plus 9 units of upper-level topics in place of ENGR3700 Engineering Practicum or  ENGR3710 International Engineering Practicum. ENGR9405 may be taken any time after the student has completed 63 units. Please see the topic coordinator for further details. Upper-level topics must be selected from COMP, ENGR, MATH and STAT topics at 2000-level and above.
2. ENGR3710 International Engineering Practicum should be selected by those students intending to undertake their Practicum outside of Australia. Enrolment is subject to approval by the College which will consider the quality and appropriateness of the placement.
3. Students must undertake the Masters Thesis topics over a minimum of two semesters.
4. The honours grade awarded is determined in accordance with the University's Assessment Policy and Procedures and is calculated from the Weighted Average Mark of all topics at level 7000 and above taken as part of the degree as follows:      
              85 ≤ WAM - Honours First Class (H1)
              75 ≤ WAM < 85 - Honours Second Class Division A (H2A) 
              65 ≤ WAM < 75 - Honours Second Class Division B (H2B) 
              50 ≤ WAM < 65 - Honours Third Class (H3)
   Where a student has satisfied all requirements for the course but has achieved a WAM of less than 50, the WAM will be deemed 50 for the purposes of calculating the honours classification.
5. With the permission of the Course Coordinator eligible students may enrol in Advanced Studies for Engineering.