Bachelor of Engineering (Avionics and Electronic Systems Engineering) B.E(A&ESE)
2008

Program Outline

New in 2008

This program is concerned with the principles and technologies that are used in the design and manufacture of complex modern electronic subsystems, with particular focus on those technologies used in avionics systems – including computer systems and networks, guidance and control, navigation, radar and communications technologies. Graduates of this program will have specialised knowledge in the principles of electrical and electronic design, computer science, digital systems, signal processing, communications and systems engineering.

Avionics and Electronic Systems engineers design and manufacture complex electronic systems. Graduates will improve and develop the infrastructure of, modern aircraft, navigation systems, guidance and control, air frame and engine monitoring, radar control, digital systems, electromagnetics and radio frequency engineering, control systems, signal processing, communication technologies and software engineering.

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. Please note that each level of the program is intended to be rolled out progressively on an annual basis, therefore in 2008, Level 1 is the only available Level.

Related Programs

• Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Systems Engineering 
• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Engineering (Advanced)

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Without formal qualifications? See our special access schemes.
Prerequisites:	SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies and Physics; IB Mathematics & Physics
How to apply:	Apply through SATAC Application and Admission SATAC Application Dates
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $7,260 Australian Full-fee place: $18,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $20,600
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Level I
Semester 1 COMP SCI 1008 Computer Science IA (3 units) MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA OR MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA * (3 units) ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IA (3 units) PHYSICS 1100 Physics IA (3 units) Semester 2 COMP SCI 1009 Computer Science IB (3 units) MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB OR MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA * (3 units) ELEC ENG 1010 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IB (3 units) MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics Dynamics (3 units) * 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 MATHS 2xxx Engineering Mathematics I (3 units) COMP SCI 2004 Data Structures & Algorithms (3 units) ELEC ENG 2008 Electronics II (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Circuit Analysis (3 units) Semester 2 COMP SCI 2000 Computer Systems (3 units) MATHS 2xxx Engineering Mathematics II (3 units) ELEC ENG 2009 Engineering Electromagnetics (3 units) ELEC ENG 2007 Signals & Systems (3 units)
Level III
Semester 1 ELEC ENG 3016 Control III (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Signal Processing (3 units) ELEC ENG 3018 RF Engineering III (3 units) MECH ENG 3016 Aeronautical Engineering (3 units) Semester 2 ELEC ENG xxxx Complex Systems (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Digital Systems (3 units) COMP SCI 3006 Software Engineering & Project (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Practical Electronic Design III (3 units)
Level IV
Semester 1 ELEC ENG 4036 A/B Design Project Part 1 OR ELEC ENG 4039 A/B Honours Project Part 1# (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Financial Management for Engineers (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Avionic Sensors & Systems (3 units) Elective (3 units) Semester 2 ELEC ENG 4036 A/B Design Project Part 1 OR ELEC ENG 4039 A/B Honours Project Part 1# (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.

Useful Links

• Program Information Leaflet
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Student Centre enquiry form

Program Rules

Faculty of Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences