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Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electronic Systems and Security)

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electronic Systems and Security) requires three years of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time).

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

This new course has been designed to be accredited at the level of Engineering Technologist and will be presented for accreditation by Engineers Australia in the near future. Engineering technologist courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Sydney Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered Engineering Technologist status.

 

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 SACE Stage 1 (Year 11) Mathematics, SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) General Mathematics 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 development of electronic systems as they relate to electromagnetic and other forms of security
  • an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of engineering
  • 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
  • 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
  • preparation for future roles as engineering technologists

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course you will be able to:

  • proficiently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of electronic systems, particularly those that relate to electromagnetic and other forms of security
  • demonstrate an understanding of various aspects of the engineering discipline and a technical understanding of some areas of electronic and electromagnetic systems 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 electronic engineering
  • plan and execute a research project, applying relevant methodologies and knowledge

Program of study

To qualify for the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electronic Systems and Security) a student must complete 108 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below.

Core - Year 1 topics

27 units comprising:

 ENGR1201  Electronics  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1401  Professional Skills  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1721  Engineering Programming  (4.5 units)
 MATH1121  Mathematics 1A  (4.5 units)
 MATH1701  Mathematics Fundamentals A  (4.5 units)1
 MATH1702  Mathematics Fundamentals B  (4.5 units) 

Option - Year 1 topics

9 units selected from:

 ENGR1722  Engineering Physics and Materials (4.5 units)
 ENGR1732  Engineering Mechanics  (4.5 units)

or

 PHYS1101  Fundamental Physics 1  (4.5 units)
 PHYS1102  Fundamental Physics 2  (4.5 units)

Core - Year 2 topics

36 units comprising:

 COMP2711  Computer Programming 2  (4.5 units)
 COMP2712  Heuristic Optimisation  (4.5 units)
 ENGR1711  Engineering Design  (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)
 MATH1122  Mathematics 1B  (4.5 units)

Plus

 ENGR2705  Working in Secure and Sensitive Professions  (0 units)

Core - Year 3 topics

31.5 units comprising:

 ENGR2861  Electromagnetics and Electromagnetic Waves (4.5 units)
 ENGR3704  Project Management for Engineering and Science  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3750  Workplace Preparation  (0 units)
 ENGR3891  Electromagnetic Technologies, Systems and Security  (4.5 units)
 ENGR7710A  Engineering Project A  (4.5/9 units)
 ENGR7710B  Engineering Project B  (4.5/9 units)
 ENGR7782  Systems and Security in the Information Age  (4.5 units)
 ENGR9405  Engineering Work Experience  (4.5 units)2

Option - Year 3 topics

4.5 units selected from:

 ENGR3721  Signal Processing  (4.5 units)
 ENGR3731  Communication Systems  (4.5 units)

Notes

  1. Students who enter with SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics or SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Methods should replace Fundamental Mathematics with other topics.
  2. If ENGR7710A Engineering Project A and ENGR7710B Engineering Project B are undertaken at an approved location under the supervision of an accredited engineer, then ENGR9405 Engineering Work Experience may be replaced by another topic. Students should consult the course coordinator.

Combined degrees

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electronic Systems and Security) may also be studied in a combined degree program with

Every effort has been made to ensure the information published on the Course Rule pages is accurate at the time of publication. Flinders University reserves the right to amend its curriculum without prior notice, and will update the Course Rules to reflect any amendments at the earliest opportunity.

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