301373 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Electrical Utility Engineering

Introduction

This course addresses the need of the professional engineer in pursuing a higher degree both by recognising their experiences and time constraints. Students attend course topics, intensive block programs and resource-based learning through distance education mode.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

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 experience in the power industry is required, if not currently employed.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning may be granted to a student transferring from another program at a recognised institution, with satisfactory completion of equivalent coursework and or with proof of professional training or substantial work experience gained in industry, not exceeding two-thirds of the required credits.

Duration and Availability

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

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

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.

Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: July 7, 2004
CRICOS provider code 00301J