Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Electronics Engineering
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Overview
Engineering at Macquarie is a unique electronic engineering program. The main focus is on practical learning based on the use of modern electronics, telecommunications techniques and software technologies to design, construct, manufacture and manage systems and products.
Study Engineering with Commerce and focus on specific commercial aspects of engineering such as: marketing, human resources, international business, economics, commercial law and finance as you gain the skills to work as an engineer.
You'll choose from six engineering majors:
- Computer
- Electronic
- Mechatronic
- Software
- Telecommunications
- Wireless
Combine your engineering studies with a specific area of commerce to prepare yourself for the commercial aspects of engineering.
Electronic Engineering involves the design, construction, manufacture, installation and management of systems based on modern electronics technology in telecommunications, computer, manufacturing, consumer electronic, medical, energy production, media, entertainment, environmental control and other systems.
You will study: analogue and digital engineering; computer hardware; computer networking; instrumentation and control; information technology; mathematics and physics; optical technology and photonics; telecommunication systems and wireless technology.The Bachelor of Engineering degree is flexible, with a strong focus on practical learning.
You can combine this major with one of the following as a major or minor of the Bachelor of Engineering: computer, mechatronic, software, telecommunications and wireless engineering.
Degrees offering Electronics Engineering
Key features
- Macquarie is a great place to study engineering: the campus is in one of Australia's leading high-technology precincts, housing over 500 companies.
- Comprehensive, integrated four-year program prepares students to work as professional engineers.
- Final-year students complete a project in an electronics industry setting, or with one of our research groups in electronic circuit design, CAD tool development, or medical applications.
- The Engineering Industry Partnership Program enables students to engage with our industry partners throughout their degree.
Minimum course duration
4 years full-time for Bachelor of Engineering and 5 to 5.5 years full-time when completed as a double degree
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Students who are interested in a career in electronic engineering and related fields in telecommunications, computer, manufacturing, consumer electronic, medical, energy production, media, entertainment, environmental control and other systems.
HECS Course fee
AUD $8,050 p.a.
Student amenities fee
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Entry requirements
HSC Mathematics (Band 4) or its equivalent is a subject prerequisite for first year Engineering, Mathematics and Physics units. Higher levels of HSC Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry, Engineering Studies, Senior Science, Information Processes and Technology and/or Software Design and Development or their equivalents are recommended studies. Introductory units and bridging courses are available for students without the recommended prior knowledge. Other units taken as part of a degree may require assumed knowledge, prerequisites or recommended studies and you should refer to the Macquarie University Handbook of Undergraduate Studies for full degree requirements go to www.handbook.mq.edu.au
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 120 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 75 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 48 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 400 level or above | 18 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Engineering designated units | 87 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Commerce designated units | 42 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Engineering | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Commerce | |
| Completion of a designated People unit from outside the Faculty of Science | |
| Completion of a designated Participation unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Double degree requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree.
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | COMP115 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | ||
| Required | COMP125 | Fundamentals of Computer Science | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC141 | Digital Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC170 | Introduction to Electronic Systems | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH135 | Mathematics IA | ||
| or | MATH132 | Mathematics IA (Advanced) | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH133 | Mathematics IB (Advanced) | ||
| or | MATH136 | Mathematics IB | 3 | ||
| Required | PHYS140 | Physics IA | 3 | ||
| Required | PHYS143 | Physics IB | 3 | ||
| Required | ACST101 | Techniques and Elements of Finance | 3 | ||
| Required | BBA102 | Principles of Management | 3 | ||
| Required | ECON111 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG101 | Marketing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | either | ACCG100 | Accounting IA | ||
| or | ACCG106 | Accounting Information for Decision-Making | 3 | ||
| Required | either | STAT170 | Introductory Statistics | ||
| or | STAT171 | Statistical Data Analysis | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ELEC270 | Linear Circuits and Devices | 3 | ||
| Required | ENGG200 | Introduction to Professional Engineering | 3 | ||
| Required | MATH235 | Mathematics IIA | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENGG300 | Engineering Project Practices | 3 | ||
| Required | ISYS360 | Technology Management | 3 | ||
| 400 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENGG400 | P | Industry Experience | 0 | |
| Required | either | ENGG410 | Engineering Major Project | ||
| or | ENGG411 | Engineering Research Thesis | 12 | ||
| Required | ENGG450 | Systems Design and Engineering | 3 | ||
| Required | ENGG460 | Engineering Principles and Practice | 3 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 39 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a P are Participation units.
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | ELEC141 | Digital Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC170 | Introduction to Electronic Systems | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH135 | Mathematics IA | ||
| or | MATH132 | Mathematics IA (Advanced) | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH136 | Mathematics IB | ||
| or | MATH133 | Mathematics IB (Advanced) | 3 | ||
| Required | PHYS140 | Physics IA | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ELEC240 | Signals and Systems | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC241 | Programmable Logic Design | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC270 | Linear Circuits and Devices | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC275 | Nonlinear Circuits and Devices | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | either | ELEC321 | Communication Systems | ||
| or | ELEC324 | Feedback Control and Dynamic Systems | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC343 | Digital Systems Design | 3 | ||
| Required | ELEC376 | Electronic Devices and Systems | 3 | ||
| 400 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Capstone | ELEC476 | C | Advanced Electronics Engineering | 3 | |
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 39 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- computer and communication networking
- design and manufacture of industrial and consumer products
- engineering research and development
- project and technology management
- sales and service of technical equipment
- telecommunication systems design and installation
Employers
- banks and financial institutions such as The Macquarie Group, NAB and Commonwealth Bank
- developers and manufacturers of medical devices such as Cochlear
- government and university research laboratories such as CSIRO, DSTO (Defence Science and Technology Organisation)
- IT companies such as IBM, Hewlett-Packard and EMC
- public sector institutions at both state and federal level such as RailCorp
- telecommunications companies such as Optus, Telstra, Nokia, Vodafone, Toshiba and Ericson
- university research laboratories around the world
Profiles
Our Students
Christopher Hughes
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Engineering Major
"I chose to undertake a Bachelor of Engineering at Macquarie University because the course is relatively new and as such, they have focused funding on new laboratories and equipment. The academic staff in the Engineering Department are very knowledgable. Their experience in the industry as well as their wealth of knowledge in their areas of expertise provide a very well-rounded and positive learning experience to the students. Macquarie University has definitely had a positive impact on my learning and will be my preferred University for future studies."
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