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Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications)
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Bachelor
Duration 4 years full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 314211
2012
ATAR
85.8
- Program Outline
Telecommunications technologies are shaping the way in which people access news and information relevant to our lives, communicate with family and friends, play computer games and drive the so-called information economy.
Telecommunications engineering is concerned with the technologies that underpin modern voice, multimedia and data communications.
Telecommunications engineers are responsible for the design, construction, maintenance and evolution of systems from business data networks to global voice and data communications.
Relevant technologies include: transmission systems such as optical fibre, satellites, cellular networks, Internet protocol networks and digital television; digital representation of audio, video and other multimedia; and the control, design and analysis of massive communications networks.
The degree develops an understanding of telecommunications systems encompassing both hardware and software. Emphasis is placed on underlying principles and techniques so that graduates will be able to learn and apply new technologies as they emerge in the future.
- Program Structure
The early years of the degree build a scientific and engineering foundation of computing, electronics, physics and mathematics.
The more specialised telecommunications engineering courses offered in the later years include telecommunications systems modelling, computer networks, voice telecommunications and emerging technologies including 3G and 4G mobile networks, high speed domestic broadband and network security.
A specialised telecommunications project is a major component of the final year of the degree.
Students are required to complete 12 weeks of 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 314211 2012 CSP ATAR 85.8 Adelaide Approved Score 80 2012 CSP IB 30 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, Specialist Mathematics, Physics.IB: Mathematics (HL grade 3), 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: 314211International 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 022488M Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Prerequisites
Mathematics and 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, Specialist Mathematics, Physics.IB: Mathematics (HL grade 3), 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
- APP MTH 3016 Random Processes III (3 units)
- C&ENVENG 4034 Engineering Management IV (3 units)
- COMP SCI 1201 Introduction to Programming for Engineers (3 units)
- COMP SCI 1202 Object-Oriented Programming for Engineers (3 units)
- COMP SCI 1203 Algorithm Design & Data Structures (3 units)
- COMP SCI 2000 Computer Systems UG (3 units)
- COMP SCI 3001 Computer Networks & Applications (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 3018 RF Engineering (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3024 Project Management for Electrical Engineering (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3027 Control (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3028 Digital Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3033 Signal Processing (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 3034 Telecommunications Principles (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 4054 Telecommunications Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4063 Communications (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)
- PHYSICS 1100 Physics IA (3 units)
PHYSICS 1200 Physics IB (3 units)
Electives
Courses to the value of 6 units from the following:
- COMP SCI 3004 Operating Systems (3 units)
- COMP SCI 3005 Computer Architecture (3 units)
- COMP SCI 3006 Software Engineering & Project (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4055 System Engineering (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4056 Real Time Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4057 RF Systems (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4061 Image Processing (3 units)
- ELEC ENG 4067 Antennas and Propagation (3 units)
- PURE MTH 3018 Coding & Cryptology III (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
Employment opportunities will be found in the telecommunications, broadcast, Internet and multimedia industries, as well as those industries like construction, mining, defence and power systems which rely heavily on communications to support their operations.
Potential careers
Engineer, Radio Engineer, Satellite Engineer, Telecommunications Analyst, Telecommunications Engineer, Network Engineer, Software Engineer
- Graduate Attributes
The objective of the undergraduate Telecommunications Engineering program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in the University Calendar.
- Professional Accreditation
Graduates qualify for professional membership of Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society (ACS)
- 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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