Courses Handbook 2006 - [Archived]

304254 v.3 Master of Engineering Science (Renewable Energy Engineering)


MEngSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 042178D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course is offered by the Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies Australia (CRESTA). It is designed to provide engineers and scientists with specific training in advanced areas of renewable energy technologies and engineering applications. The emphasis is on the design, analysis, simulation and implementation of energy systems with special attention to renewable energy systems.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

An honours degree or equivalent in engineering plus a minimum of one year work experience. Students with degrees in other science related areas may also be eligible subject to completing the Masters Qualifying Program. In certain cases, the need to complete these special units may result in an extension of studies beyond the normal length of the course. Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering are also eligible to enrol.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

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

Intermediate Awards I

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

Intermediate Awards II

Graduate Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering

Course Organisation

This course consists of taught units, experimental work over the two semesters and a project leading to a dissertation over the one year period. The project may be pursued at CRESTA or within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.The course will provide the theoretical background associated with both renewable and non-renewable energy sources.The course will also provide an in-depth knowledge of major renewable energy technologies - namely wind and photovoltaic.The course includes a set of core units which are obligatory. Students will have the option to choose from a list of optional units to a maximum of four full units. The semester two optional units may be selected in consultation with the course coordinator.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
13544 v.2   Electrical Engineering Project 695 5.0 25.0
300806 v.2   Renewable Energy Principles 603 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2
13545 v.2   Electrical Engineering Project 696 5.0 25.0
300807 v.2   Renewable Energy Systems 604 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
5507 v.5 # Computer Structures 601 5.0 25.0
13543 v.3 # Power System Analysis 603 5.0 25.0
300803 v.2 * Power Electronics 603 5.0 25.0
306831 v.3 * Eco-Efficiency 603 3.0 25.0
306834 v.2 # Industrial Environmental Economics 603 1.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
6478 v.5 * Engineering Investment and Analysis 660 3.0 25.0
6482 v.4 # Environmental Engineering Management 690 3.0 25.0
302990 v.2 # Electric Power Transmission and Distribution 604 3.0 25.0
306832 v.2 * Cleaner Production Tools 603 3.0 25.0
 
# One of these optional units must be selected in each relevant semester
* One of these optional units must be selected in each relevant semester
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.



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