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Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Sustainable Energy)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Bachelor

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

SATAC Code 324631

2010
ATAR TBC

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  • Program Outline

    This program focuses on 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.

  • 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

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    Domestic applicants

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    SATAC Code 324631
    2010 CSP IB 27
    Annual tuition fees
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,756
    Mid-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 Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
    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). 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: 324631

    International applicants

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    International ATAR 80
    IB 27
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    CRICOS 068888D
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IB 27
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    A-Level 9
    UEC [Malaysia] 15
    SAT [US] 1770
    ISC & CBSE [India] 75%
    ISBE [India] [1] 85%
    OSSD OAC [Canadian Pre-U] 75
    Eynesbury Foundation Program 380
    Bradford Foundation Program 77
    [1] Acceptable Indian State Board Examinations: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
    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: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    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).

  • Areas of Specialisation

    Electrical and Sustainable Energy Engineering

  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2011 (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

    • C&ENVENG 1010 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (3 units)
    • COMP SCI 1201 Introduction to Programming for Engineers (3 units) 
    • ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering 1A (3 units)
    • MATHS 1011 Mathematics 1A*  
      or 
      MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA (3 units)*                      

    Semester 2

    *Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) will be required to enrol in MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA followed by MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB. Students who have not undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics will be required to enrol in MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA, then MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA in the following semester and then MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB in Summer Semester to complete the Mathematics requirements at Level I. The satisfactory completion of MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA is in addition to the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering. 
    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2
    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2
    Level IV

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

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

     
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  • Career Opportunities

    Graduates will be electrical engineers with the specialised knowledge to design, develop and build renewable energy technologies that will sustain future generations.

    Potential careers

    Engineer, Sustainable Energy Engineer, Power Distribution Engineer, Power Generation Engineer, Electrical / Electronic Engineer

  • Graduate Attributes

    The objective of the undergraduate Electrical and Sustainable Energy Engineering program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in the University Calendar.

  • 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.

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