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Master of Electrical Engineering (MC-ELECENG)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2023 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
Overview
Award title | Master of Electrical Engineering |
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Year & campus | 2023 — Parkville |
CRICOS code | 106106J |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
AQF level | 9 |
Credit points | 300 credit points |
Duration | 36 months full-time or 72 months part-time |
Overview
Electrical engineers play a key role in the design, implementation and management of systems that exploit electrical phenomena to meet practical needs. These include systems for automation, surveillance, energy conversion, power distribution, telecommunications and information processing, on both very large and very small scales. Graduates are sought after for their strong analytical skills and they find employment in a variety of industries in roles ranging from research-and-development to project management and finance.
Intended learning outcomes
To produce graduates skilled in fundamental electrical engineering principles and the application of these to solve complex open-ended problems. Within this course, students acquire core skills in the areas of electronics, control, signal processing and communications, and can further specialise in one of autonomous systems, communication networks, electronics and photonics, low-carbon power systems or business.
Distinction
Upon completion of the Master of Electrical Engineering, it is possible for a student to be awarded Master of Electrical Engineering with Distinction provided a student has achieved a high level of academic performance. Eligibility of the Distinction award is dependent on a calculated distinction score.
The distinction score will only take into account Level 9 subjects undertaken at the University of Melbourne. This means Study Abroad and Exchange subjects will not be considered. One 12.5 point subject with the lowest mark will be omitted in the calculation of the distinction score. All level 9 subjects with credit points of more than 12.5 points must be included in the calculations. Only marks from the first attempt at a subject will be used. The average mark will be weighted by the credit points of the subjects. A Master of Engineering with Distinction will be awarded if the score is 80 or above.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
- Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
- ENGR90033 Internship subject
- CHEN90028 Industry Project subject
- An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Entry requirements
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
- An undergraduate degree with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent; and
- At least 25 points of appropriate tertiary-level Mathematics equivalent to MAST10006 Calculus 2 and MAST10007 Linear Algebra; and
- At least 25 points of appropriate tertiary-level Physics equivalent to PHYC10003 Physics 1 and PHYC10004 Physics 2
Applicants who are completing prerequisite subjects as single subject study in order to meet the Mathematics and/or Physics entry requirements will be required to achieve a grade of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent in each individual prerequisite subject to satisfy this entry requirement.
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.
2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider;
- Prior academic performance; and if relevant
- Professional experience
3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
4. Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
Note.
Applicants with the following may be awarded up to 100 points of credit:
• Graduates of Melbourne Model BSc undergraduate degree who complete the Electrical Systems major with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent;
• A Bachelor of Engineering, or equivalent as recognised by the Melbourne School of Engineering, in a cognate discipline appropriate to the stream of the Master of Engineering into which entry is sought with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent.
Available credit for other University of Melbourne graduates and graduates of other universities is normally evaluated on a case-by-case basis, but the Academic Board may approve standard credit arrangements for specified entry pathways.
Graduate Degree Packages for School Leavers
The University of Melbourne offers Graduate Degree Packages to high achieving school leavers, allowing them to secure places (Commonwealth Supported Places for domestic students or International fee places) in the Master of Engineering provided that they meet certain requirements.
For a Commonwealth Supported Place or an International Fee Place, the applicant must:
- Complete an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2018 or later either:
— In Australia; or
— Outside Australia and be an Australian citizen;
- Achieve an ATAR (or notional ATAR) of at least 96.00;
- Apply for a University of Melbourne Graduate Degree Packages for commencement in the year following completion of Year 12 or IB via VTAC;
- Enrol immediately or be granted deferral in the year following Year 12;
- Successfully complete a Bachelor of Biomedicine, Commerce, Design or Science at the University of Melbourne including all the specified prerequisite subjects; and
- Commence the Master of Engineering within 18 months of completing the undergraduate degree.
Applicants should refer to the University handbook for the additional entry requirements for the undergraduate degrees in the Graduate Degree Packages.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The Master of Electrical Engineering welcomes applications from students with disabilities. It is University and degree policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student’s participation in the degree.
The Master of Electrical Engineering requires all students to enrol in subjects where they will require:
• The ability to comprehend complex science, technology and engineering related information
• The ability to clearly and independently communicate a knowledge and application of science, technology and engineering principles and practices during assessment tasks; and in some areas of study
• The ability to actively and safely contribute in clinical, laboratory, and fieldwork/excursion activities.
Students must possess behavioural and social attributes that enable them to participate in a complex learning environment. Students are required to take responsibility for their own participation and learning. They also contribute to the learning of other students in collaborative learning environments, demonstrating interpersonal skills and an understanding of the needs of other students. Assessment may include the outcomes of tasks completed in collaboration with other students.
There are additional inherent academic requirements for some subjects, and these requirements are listed within the description of the requirements for each of these subjects.
Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting this requirement are encouraged to discuss this matter with the relevant Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this course, graduates will:
- have gained fundamental knowledge in electrical engineering principles including the modelling, analysis and design of electrical and electronic circuits and complex engineering systems; techniques for test and measurement; and the interpretation of experimental data;
- have gained core knowledge and practice in advanced electrical engineering topics including electronic system design; embedded computing; signal processing; automatic control; electric power systems; and telecommunications;
- be able to apply fundamental electrical engineering knowledge to analyse and devise solutions for complex open‐ended problems;
- be conversant with important issues relevant to sectors influenced by electrical engineering, such as the sustainability of power, water and other resource distribution networks and the efficient operation of all infrastructure, the rise of automation, and privacy and security in the age of the internet;
- understand how engineering-based industry functions and the business and ethical framework in which it operates;
- have effective verbal and written communication skills that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to the changes facing society;
- know and epitomise professional ethical behaviour and responsibilities towards their profession and the community, including having positive and responsible approaches to sustainable development, equipment and personal safety, management of information and professional integrity.
- be able to execute a whole systems design cycle approach to a complex electrical engineering project including tasks such as prototyping/implementing the design solution, verifying performance against specification, and documenting, commissioning and reporting the design outcome.
Generic skills
- an advanced understanding of the changing knowledge base in electrical engineering;
- an ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature in the electrical engineering discipline;
- advanced skills and techniques applicable to electrical engineering;
- well-developed problem-solving abilities, characterised by flexibility of approach;
- advanced competencies in engineering professional expertise and scholarship;
- a capacity to articulate their knowledge and understanding in oral and written forms of communications;
- an advanced understanding of the international context and sensitivities of electrical engineering;
- an appreciation of the design, conduct and reporting of original research;
- a capacity to manage competing demands on time, including self-directed project work;
- a profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship;
- an appreciation of the ways in which advanced knowledge equips the student to offer leadership in the specialist area;
- the capacity to value and participate in projects which require team-work;
- an understanding of the significance and value of their knowledge to the wider community (including business and industry);
- a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in contemporary society; and, advanced working skills in the application of computer systems and software and a receptiveness to the opportunities offered by new technologies.
Graduate attributes
University of Melbourne Graduate Attributes
- Academically excellent
- Knowledgeable across disciplines
- Attuned to cultural diversity
- Active global citizens
- Leaders in communities
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Graduate Attributes
- Strong analytical skills
- Depth of understanding
- Practical ingenuity creativity
- Understanding of global issues
- Communication
- Business and management
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Lifelong learners
- High ethical standards and professionalism
Engineers Australia Competencies
- 1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline
- 1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline
- 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline
- 1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline
- 1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline
- 1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering
- 2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving
- 2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
- 2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes
- 2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects
- 3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability
- 3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains
- 3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour
- 3.4 Professional use and management of information
- 3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct
- 3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
Course structure
The Master of Electrical Engineering requires the successful completion of 300 credit points.
The Master of Electrical Engineering is a three-year degree (full time).
To obtain the degree (no specialisation) students must complete:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
- 87.5 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
- 12.5 credit points of Year 2 Electrical Engineering selectives
- 75 credit points of electives including
- A minimum of 50 credit points of No specialisation Group A (Electrical Engineering) electives
- A maximum of 25 credit points of Group B (Approved) electives
To obtain the degree with a specialisation, students must instead complete:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
87.5 credit points of Year 2 and 3 core specialisation subjects
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
- 12.5 credit points of Year 2 Electrical Engineering selectives
-
75 credit points of electives including
A minimum of 50 credit points of Business electives (Business specialisation only) or A minimum of 50 credit points of Specialisation Group A (Electrical Engineering) electives (for other specialisations other than Business)
Note:
Students entering the course with advanced standing who plan on completing a specialisation may need to enrol in core specialisation subjects in their commencing semester. Please check and follow the structure outlined for your intended specialisation and seek course planning advice.
To complete this degree (no specialisation) students should complete in the following order:
Year 1:
- 100 credit points of Year 1 compulsory subjects
Year 2:
- 87.5 credit points of Year 2 compulsory subjects
- 12.5 credit points of Year 2 Electrical Engineering selectives
Year 3:
- 25 credit points of Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
- 75 credit points of electives
Note:
For specialisations, please refer to the individual page.
Progression:
The core subject lists are divided into specific year levels, reflecting the recommended order of completing the course. There is, however, some flexibility between Year 2 and 3 core subjects, depending on the requisites set between them. Check the individual Handbook entries of these subjects for more detail.
Engineering Practice Hurdle Requirement
Students enrolled in the master of engineering degree will need to satisfy the requirements of the Engineering Practice hurdle prior to being awarded the degree. Students will be introduced early in their degree to the online e-portfolio system as a way of documenting their attainment of graduate attributes which accord with University and professional accreditation standards. Students will keep a record of their stepwise attainment of these capabilities throughout their engineering studies at Melbourne. The artifacts recorded in the e-portfolio may include formal study elements, such as design reports, as well as reflections on extracurricular activities such as employment and volunteering activities.
Hurdle Requirement
In order to achieve the Engineering Practice Hurdle requirement, students will need to document the attainment of professional skills at an adequate level. This may include the successful completion of any of the following:
Skills Towards Employment Program (STEP)
ENGR90033 Internship subject
CHEN90028 Industry Project subject
An agreed level of internship at an approved engineering form (without receiving University credit)
Completion of the degree will not be approved until this requirement has been met.
Study options (no specialisation)
Year 1 compulsory subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN20006 | Digital Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST20029 | Engineering Mathematics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
COMP20005 | Intro. to Numerical Computation in C |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN30009 | Electrical Network Analysis and Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN30011 | Electrical Device Modelling | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN30012 | Signals and Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN30013 | Electronic System Implementation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Year 2 compulsory subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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ELEN90054 | Probability and Random Models | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN90058 | Signal Processing | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90057 | Communication Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90074 | Introduction to Power Engineering | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90056 | Electronic Circuit Design | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90066 | Embedded System Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Year 2 Electrical Engineering selectives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ENGR90021 | Critical Communication for Engineers |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ENGR90034 | Creating Innovative Engineering |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ENGR90039 | Creating Innovative Professionals |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Year 3 compulsory capstone project subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ENGR90037 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ENGR90038 | Engineering Capstone Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
No specialisation Group A (Electrical Engineering) electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ELEN90026 | Introduction to Optimisation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90051 | Advanced Communication Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90052 | Advanced Signal Processing | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90053 | Electronic System Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90059 | Lightwave Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90060 | Power System Analysis | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90061 | Communication Networks | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90062 | High Speed Electronics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90064 | Advanced Control Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90075 | Power Electronics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90077 | Grid Integration of Renewables | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90088 | System Optimisation & Machine Learning | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90089 | Communication Design Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90090 | Autonomous Systems Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90091 | Semiconductor Devices | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90092 | Low-carbon Grids: Operation & Economics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90093 | Microprocessor Design Clinic | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90094 | Large Data Methods & Applications | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90011 | Directed Studies |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
ELEN90095 | AI for Robotics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ELEN90096 | Hardware Accelerated Computing | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Group B (Approved) electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MAST90014 | Optimisation for Industry | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
COMP90015 | Distributed Systems |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MCEN90017 | Advanced Motion Control | Not available in 2023 | 12.5 |
ENGR90036 | Leadership for Innovation |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
BUSA90485 | Global Business Practicum |
Summer Term (Off Campus)
June (Off Campus)
November (Off Campus)
|
12.5 |
ENGR90026 | Engineering Entrepreneurship | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENGR90033 | Internship |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
25 |
BUSA90473 | Business Practicum |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Off Campus)
June (Off Campus)
|
12.5 |
Or any other 900 level subjects pending Subject Coordinator approval
Specialisation subjects
Please see the specialisation subjects in the respective specialisation page.
Majors, minors & specialisations
Name | Credit Points |
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Autonomous Systems | 112.5 |
Business | 112.5 |
Communications and Networks | 112.5 |
Electronics and Photonics | 112.5 |
Low Carbon Power Systems | 112.5 |
Last updated: 29 March 2024