Online Courses Handbook 2003

301403 v.2 Graduate Diploma in Electrical Utility Engineering

Introduction
The course addresses the needs of a professional engineer in pursuing a higher degree both by recognising their experience and time constraints. Students attend course topics, intensive block programs and resource based learning through distance education mode. Those not wanting to complete a project undertake this course but may continue towards the completion of a Master of Engineering Science degree following successful completion of a project.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent degree majoring in Electrical Power. In addition, proof of employment associated with 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 year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Electrical Utility Engineering may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards Section under the General Information Section.

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.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

302020 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 513 3.0 25.0

302023 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 523 3.0 25.0

302024 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 533 3.0 25.0

302030 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 541 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

301404 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 514 3.0 25.0

301406 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 524 3.0 25.0

301407 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 534 3.0 25.0

301408 v.2 Electrical Utility Engineering 542 3.0 25.0

100.0