132210 v.3 Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
BEng(Curtin) OR BEng(Hons)(Curtin), BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 041777M
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 5 Years
Introduction
This double degree program provides graduates with a background in computer science and its application in computer systems and electrical, electronic and communication engineering. The combination of the two degrees provides graduates with versatility, which opens up a wide range of employment opportunities. On completion of the program, students are awarded both the Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication Engineering) and Bachelor of Science (Computer Science).
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Applicable Mathematics plus at least two of TEE Calculus, Chemistry/Physics.
Specific Requirements
To satisfy professional requirements, students must complete at least 12 weeks of approved work experience associated with engineering in industry. Students may make their own arrangements for employment or seek the assistance of the University's Careers and Prospective Students Service. A current certificate of successful completion of an approved course in first aid is required before a degree will be awarded. The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.
Note
In certain cases, the need to undertake an additional program of preparatory studies may result in an extension of studies beyond the normal length of the course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is of five years full-time study. It is not available part-time. Two intakes are offered each year, in March and August. Prospective students should note that places may not always be available for the August intake.
Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event the relevant Head of Department shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree. The structure of Engineering, Science and Computing owned double degrees is such that students have the option of completing the component Engineering, Science or Computing degree in the minimum time, provided they elect to change from the double degree withinthe first two semesters of the course.
Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering meets the academic requirements of Engineers Australia for Graduate Membership. Graduates receive level one accreditation from the Australian Computing Society.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Special Note
The curriculum was revised during 2003 and the revised program is being phased in from 2004 to 2007. Information on the pre-2004 course structure and units for students who commenced this course prior to 2004 is available by consulting the 2003 Curtin Courses Handbook or by contacting your course coordinator for the transitional phase. For details on the honours classes refer to the General Section of the Handbook.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 |
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| 307545 | v.1 | Bachelor of Engineering Pre-Major | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 12706 | v.3 | Electrical Circuits 203 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12709 | v.2 | Mathematics 277 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308625 | v.1 | Introduction to Operating Systems 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308775 | v.1 | Engineering Electromagnetics 201 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308789 | v.1 | Probability Theory 201 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| 10163 | v.9 | Introduction to Programming Environments 152 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1922 | v.7 | Software Technology 152 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 2894 | v.4 | Microcomputers 202 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307660 | v.1 | Engineering Sustainable Development 201 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308780 | v.1 | Signal and Systems 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 1 |
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| 12332 | v.2 | Foundations of Computer Science 152 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308768 | v.1 | Foundations of Digital Design 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308798 | v.1 | Control Systems 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8933 | v.10 | Software Engineering 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 2 |
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| 308781 | v.1 | Electronic Fundamentals 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4524 | v.5 | Computer Graphics 252 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4533 | v.5 | Database Systems 252 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8934 | v.8 | Software Engineering 252 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 4 Semester 1 |
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| 10165 | v.3 | Communications Engineering 303 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12333 | v.5 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4517 | v.7 | Artificial and Machine Intelligence 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9414 | v.5 | Electronic Design 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 4 Semester 2 |
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| 12834 | v.4 | Digital Signal Processing 304 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12845 | v.3 | Communications Engineering 304 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310683 | v.1 | Engineering Management 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9415 | v.5 | Electronic Design 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 5 Semester 1 |
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| 12838 | v.4 | Engineering Project 401 | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12855 | v.4 | Embedded Systems Engineering 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308795 | v.1 | Communications Signal Processing 401 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4542 | v.8 | Foundations of Computer Science 351 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 5 Semester 2 |
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| 12844 | v.5 | Engineering Project 402 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12847 | v.5 | Data Communications and Networking 304 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12849 | v.4 | Mobile Radio Communications 402 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3437 | v.12 | Programming Language Design Concepts 352 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | 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.
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