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Bachelor of Engineering in Sustainable Energy Engineering (Electrical)
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Bachelor
Duration 4 years full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 324531
2009
ATAR
80.4
- Program Outline
Sustainable Energy Engineering enables development of long-term solutions to meet the world’s rapidly growing energy needs using alternative energy sources such as wind, solar and biomass as well as sustainable energy production from existing sources such as coal and gas.
This program is about the electrical technologies supporting renewable energy systems including solar and wind generation technologies, and the systems that we use to transfer electric energy across large distances. Graduates can expect to work in various industries involved with the development of the next generation of solar and wind turbine systems, integrating renewable energy sources into the power grid and controlling power distribution networks which contain a mixture of conventional and renewable power sources. This program is suitable for students interested in environmentally friendly electrical energy production through developing higher performance and lower cost renewable energy systems.
Please note: This program is currently undergoing restructure and may change for 2011.
- Program Structure
This program provides a general electrical engineering background with specialised knowledge in sustainable energy. It includes introductory courses in electrical machines, power electronics and power systems followed by advanced courses in renewable power generation and the distribution of renewable energy. A sustainable energy related project in the final year gives students the opportunity to further explore a specialist topic in this field.
Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience at some time during their four years of study.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 324531 2009 CSP ATAR 80.4 2009 CSP IB 27 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed Enquiries University Contact 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 one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Specialist Mathematics.IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3); or, Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one of Biology, Chemistry or 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.
- Other Entry Pathways
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 324531International applicants
Not an international applicant?
International ATAR 80 IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,000 CRICOS 068888D Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Equivalent Scores
International ATAR 80 IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How 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 Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Specialist Mathematics.IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3); or, Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).
- Higher Education applicants
- Areas of Specialisation
Sustainable Energy Engineering - Electrical
- 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
- ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering 1A (3 units)
- CHEM ENG 1008NT Engineering Computing (3 units)
- MATHS 1011 Mathematics 1A* (3 units) OR
- MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA
- C&ENVENG 1010 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (3 units)
Semester 2
- ELEC ENG 1010 Electrical & Electronic Engineering 1B (3 units)
- MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics (3 units)
- CHEM ENG 1009 Materials 1 (3 units)
- MATHS 1012 Mathematics 1B (3 units) OR
- MATHS 1011 Mathematics 1A
* 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.
Level II Semester 1
- ELEC ENG 2011 Circuit Analysis (3 units)
- MATHS 2201 Engineering Mathematics 1 (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2008 Electronics II (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2021 Thermo-Fluids 1 (3 units)
Semester 2
- ELEC ENG 2007 Signals and Systems II (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3028 Digital Systems (3 units)
- MATHS 2202 Engineering Mathematics II (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2012 Sustainable Energy Project II (3 units)
Level III Semester 1
- ELEC ENG 3027 Control III (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3105 Sustainability and the Environment (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3021 Electric Energy Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3033 Signal Processing III (3 units)
Semester 2
- ELEC ENG 3031 Power Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3025 Power Electronics and Drive Systems M (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3029 Project Management for Sustainable Energy (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3101 Applied Aerodynamics (3 units)
Level IV Semester 1 (Courses are indicative only)
- ELEC ENG 4036A Design Project A (3 units) OR
- ELEC ENG 4039A Honours Project
Semester 2
- ELEC ENG 4036B (3 units) OR
- ELEC ENG 4039B Honours Project
Plus courses in the area of
- Management and Prof Practice for Engineers
- Power Quality and Condition Monitoring
- Energy Management Economics and Policy
- Distributed Generation Technologies
- Wind Turbine Design
Electives - Career Opportunities
Graduates will be electrical engineers with the specialised knowledge to to design, develop and build renewable energy technologies that will sustain future generations.
Potential careers
Power Generation Engineer, Electrical / Electronic Engineer, Systems 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
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010
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