189804 v.4 Master of Engineering Science (Telecommunications and Networking)
MEngSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 042180K
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1 Year
Introduction
Information and communication technologies are increasingly reshaping global business and many facets of human endeavour. With technological advances, specialist expertise in areas such as communication networks, mobile radio communications and digital signal processing is increasingly required in the telecommunications industry. This course provides a solid foundation for Telecommunications and Networking and develops specialist knowledge and expertise in areas of current and future importance.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Engineering degree in electrical, communications and/or electronics, computer engineering or a related discipline from a recognised university. That degree must include topics on circuit theory, probability theory, signal processing, computer programming, and Fournier analysis.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Part-time progression is subject to availability of units, sequencing of units within the course and visa requirements. Due to the coherent nature of the program, entry is only available in March each year.
Course Organisation
The Program coordinator may allow one unit substitution (apart from the research project) to allow specialisation in a relevant area.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
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.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11330 | v.4 | Digital Communications Engineering 601 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11337 | v.5 | Research Design Project 601 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11341 | v.4 | Stochastic Processes for Telecommunications Systems 601 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307640 | v.3 | Broadband Networks 602 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 301481 | v.3 | Research Design Project 602 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307641 | v.1 | Telecommunication and Network Management 602 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 11333 | v.4 | Mobile Radio Communications 602 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11335 | v.4 | Network Design 602 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308797 | v.1 | Information Theory and Error Control Coding 402 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2011 | 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.
