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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
2012
ATAR
80.8
- Program Outline
Sustainable energy engineering enables development of long-term solutions to meet the world's rapidly growing energy needs using renewable or sustainable energy sources.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Sustainable Energy) focuses on the electrical technologies supporting renewable energy systems including solar and wind generation technologies, and the power systems used to transfer electric energy across long distances.
This degree is suitable for students interested in environmentally friendly electrical energy production through developing higher performance and lower cost renewable energy systems.
- Program Structure
This degree 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 approved practical experience.
- Assessment
Assessment can vary from course to course and can include a combination of class work, tutorials, assignments, laboratory work, quizzes, project work and exams.
Students are required to complete a minimum of 12 weeks of approved practical experience.
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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 324631 2012 CSP ATAR 80.8 Adelaide Approved Score 80 2012 CSP IB 27 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $8,350Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Deferment? Yes - 2 year Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Year 12 applicants
You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 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).
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 Certificate IV or above from a Registered Training Organisation. 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: 324631International applicants
Not an international applicant?
International ATAR 80 IB 27 IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $28,750 Mid-year entry? Yes CRICOS 068888D Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Prerequisites
Mathematics and one of Biology, Chemistry or PhysicsEquivalent Scores
International ATAR 80 IB 27 IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566A-Level 9 UEC [Malaysia] 15 SAT [US] 1770 OSSD OAC [Canadian Pre-U] 75 Eynesbury Foundation Program 380 Bradford Foundation Program 77 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: $28,750 Mid-year entry? Yes 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
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (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.
To download a copy of your study plan to guide your 2013 enrolment, please use the following link: http://ecms.adelaide.edu.au/current-students/enrolment/study-plans/
Core Courses
- C&ENVENG 1010 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (3 units)
- C&ENVENG 4034 Engineering Management IV (3 units)
- CHEM ENG 1009 Materials I (3 units)
- COMP SCI 1201 Introduction to Programming for Engineers (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IA (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 1010 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IB (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2007 Signals & Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2008 Electronics (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2009 Engineering Electromagnetics (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 2011 Circuit Analysis (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3021 Electric Energy Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3027 Control (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3028 Digital Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3029 Project Management for Sustainable Energy (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3031 Power Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3033 Signal Processing (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4036A and ELEC ENG 4036B Design Project or
- ELEC ENG 4039A and ELEC ENG 4039B Honours Project (6 units)
- ELEC ENG 4059 Power Electronics & Drive Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4062 Distributed Generation Technologies (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4064 Business Management Systems (3 units)
- MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA (3 units)#
- MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB (3 units)
- MATHS 2201 Engineering Mathematics IIA (3 units)
- MATHS 2202 Engineering Mathematics IIB (3 units)
- MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 2021 Thermo-Fluids (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3101 Applied Aerodynamics (3 units)
- MECH ENG 3105 Sustainability & the Environment (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4144 Renewable Fluid Power Technologies (3 units)
- TECHCOMM 3006 Energy Management, Economics & Policy (3 units)
#Students who have not passed SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics are required to enrol in MATHS 1013 Mathematics IM as a prerequisite to enrolling in MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA. The satisfactory completion of MATHS 1013 Mathematics IM is in addition to the normal requirements of this program.
Electives
Courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
- ELEC ENG 3034 Telecommunication Principles (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4055 System Engineering (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4056 Real Time Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4058 Power Quality & Condition Monitoring (3 units)
- MECH ENG 4145 Sustainable Thermal Technologies (3 units)
Unless exempted by the Faculty, all international students are required to undertake a specialist course ENG 3003 Engineering Communication EAL. This course must be completed in the first semester of study and will be presented in lieu of another course as determined by the Faculty.
The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities.
- Career Opportunities
Graduates will be electrical engineers with the specialised knowledge to design, develop and build renewable energy technologies that will sustain future generations.
They will be able 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 that contain a mixture of conventional and renewable power sources
Graduates will also have the flexibility to work as electrical engineers in a wide variety of fields such as mining, automotive and manufacturing.
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 provisionally accredited as satisfying the necessary requirements for graduates to qualify for professional membership of Engineers Australia.
- Work Placement
Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved practical experience outside normal class time. Practical experience can be undertaken in Australia or overseas.
- Program Rules
- Further Information
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Phone: +61 8 8313 5208 (toll free 1800 061 459)The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 6 Mar 2013
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