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Courses Handbook 2014

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2014.
Information for the previous year's courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2013.

301548 v.2 Master of Engineering Science (Electrical Utility Engineering)

MEngSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 038796A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year


Course Overview

Master degrees (coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.


The course addresses the needs of a professional engineer in pursuing a higher degree by recognising both their experience and time constraints. The research component of a traditional masters degree has been replaced by industry based project work which the student can tie in with their work commitments.


Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.



Course Entry and Completion Details

Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a bachelor degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), bachelor honours degree, graduate certificate or graduate diploma.


Specifically, applicants require a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent degree majoring in Electrical Power. In addition, proof of employment associated with the power industry or at least one year's experience in the power industry is required if not currently employed.


Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.


Credit for recognised learning not exceeding two-thirds of the required credits, may be granted to a student transferring from another program at a recognised institution, with satisfactory completion of equivalent coursework and/or proof of professional training or substantial work experience gained in industry.


Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:


Graduate Certificate in Electrical Utility Engineering; Graduate Diploma in Electrical Utility Engineering


Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.



Course Organisation

Master degrees (coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.


Students attend course topics, intensive block programs, and resource-based learning through distance education mode.



Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Two intakes are offered each year, in March and August.


Location and delivery Mode


Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2014 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2014 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.




Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
302031 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering Project 603 3.0 25.0
302140 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 613 2.5 25.0
302142 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 623 3.0 25.0
302143 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 624 2.5 25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
302141 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 614 3.0 25.0
302144 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 633 3.0 25.0
302145 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering 634 2.5 25.0
301550 v.2   Electrical Utility Engineering Project 604 3.0 25.0
  100.0



Further Information

For more information about the course, please contact the Faculty of Science and Engineering on telephone (08) 9266 4600, email ssse@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: http://scieng.curtin.edu.au


Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.




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