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Bachelor of Engineering (Avionics and Electronic Systems Engineering)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Bachelor

Duration 4 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 324501

2009
ATAR 84.35

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  • Program Outline

    Electronics is the key technology enabling the sophisticated devices and systems upon which we rely every day.  Even utilitarian devices like washing machines, refrigerators and vacuum cleaners depend on sophisticated electronic components.  Increasingly powerful electronics is now an integral part of our cars, communications and entertainment equipment.

    The most sophisticated and expensive electronic systems are the avionics systems found in modern aircraft.  They are responsible for flight control, navigation, landing, collision avoidance, engine management, communications and in-flight entertainment, amongst other functions.  Without these the inexpensive and safe air transport industry that we enjoy today would not be possible.  In the development of modern aircraft more money is spent on avionics than all other components.

    Avionics and electronic systems engineers design complex electronic systems. They are educated in a wide range of modern electronic subsystems, with particular focus on those technologies used in avionics systems. These include computer systems and networks, guidance and control, navigation, radar, communications, multi-media and information technologies.

    This program includes a foundation of fundamental studies in mathematics, physics, computer systems, programming, electrical and electronic technologies and aerodynamics. In later years the focus shifts towards systems engineering, the integration of complex electronic subsystems and application to airborne electronic systems.

    Graduates will be prepared to take on roles in all industries relying upon highly complex electronic systems, including the defence and aviation industries as well as telecommunications, automotive, commercial electronics and energy industries.

     

  • Program Structure

    This program includes a foundation of fundamental studies in mathematics, physics, computer systems, programming and electrical and electronic technologies. In later years the focus shifts towards systems engineering, the integration of complex electronic subsystems and application in the domain of airborne electronic systems. Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience at some time during their four years of study.

    Please note that each level of the program is intended to be rolled out progressively on an annual basis, therefore in 2010, only levels one through three are available.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 324501
    2009 CSP ATAR 84.35
    2009 CSP IB 30
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
    Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and Physics.

    IB: Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

    Midyear applicants must also have completed SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, or Mathematics 1MA (or equivalent) to allow enrolment in Mathematics 1A in Semester 2. To ensure that you meet the entry requirements, contact the Student Centre.
    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 35% and the quantitative component contributes 65% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 324501

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    Mathematics and Physics
    Assumed Knowledge ?
    Chemistry is desirable
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    International ATAR 80
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and Physics.

    IB: Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

  • Areas of Specialisation

    Avionics & Electronic Systems Engineering

  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Level I

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    * Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Maths will be required to enrol in Maths IA followed by Maths IB. Students who have not taken SACE Stage 2 Specialist maths will be required to enrol in maths IMA followed by Maths IA and Maths IB in summer semester to complete the requirements at Level 1.

    International Students

    All international students who do not have English as their first language are required to undertake the course ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL - usually in their first semester of study in Adelaide. This course will replace one of the courses in the above study plan. Students will be given an individual study plan that show when they will need to undertake ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL.
    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level IV

    Semester 1

    • ELEC ENG xxxx Design Project Part 1 OR
      ELEC ENG xxxx Honours Design Project Part 1# (3 units)
    • STATS 4001  Reliability and Quality Control (3 units)
    •    xxxx      xxxx Avionics Sensors & Systems (3 units)
    • Elective (3 units)

    Semester 2

    • ELEC ENG xxxx Design Project Part 2 OR
      ELEC ENG xxxx Honours Project Part 2# (3 units)
    • ELEC ENG xxxx Management & Professional Practice for Engineers (3 units)
    • ELEC ENG xxxx Systems Engineering (3 units)
    • Elective (3 units)

    # Students accepted into the Honours stream will take Honours Project and other students will take Design Project.

  • Career Opportunities
    The program will prepare graduates for employment in all types of industries involved in the specification, design, integration, manufacture or maintenance of complex electronic systems. Emphasis on the avionics application area will prepare graduates particularly for roles in the defence and aviation industries, but graduates could also expect to find employment in the telecommunications, automotive, commercial electronics and energy industries.

    Potential careers

    Communications Engineer, Computer Programmer, Defence Aviation, Systems Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Computer Hardware Engineer, Electrical / Electronic Engineer

  • Professional Accreditation

    The program is designed to provide the necessary academic requirements for professional membership of Engineers Australia and many overseas engineering bodies.

  • Work Placement

    Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.

  • Program Rules
  • Further Information
    Telephone: (08) 8303 6476. Email: ecms_office@adelaide.edu.au. Website: www.ecms.adelaide.edu.au. Open Day 2008, 17 August, talk at 11.30am. Information session Tuesday 9 December 2008.
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