COURSE INFORMATION

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E67 Bachelor of Engineering (Communication Systems)

Communication systems engineering is about the design of systems for efficient coding, modulation and transmission of information (such as audio, video or data) so that it can be reliably received at desired end point/s. Examples of modern communication systems include the Internet, public and mobile telephone networks, wireless LANs, and satellite or terrestrial digital television networks. Communication systems engineers design and integrate appropriate subsystems to create such networks, optimise their effectiveness and ensure their reliable long-term operation. Graduates of this course will have broad competencies in many areas of communications including fibre optic networks, terrestrial and space based microwave systems, cellular and mesh wireless systems and computer networking. The course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to professional engineering practice and, along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem solving, team work and project development. As a result, as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies, graduates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to lead complex projects.
Employment opportunities exist globally in many different industries and in a variety in areas including development and design of wireless, optical and copper communication networks, satellite communication systems, cellular phone systems, and network infrastructure planning and deployment.

 

HONOURS IN ENGINEERING

Students whose performance over the four years of the course is of a high standard may be awarded the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours degree.

 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Overseas students may be admitted to the Engineering course subject to the University’s fee scale.

 

The language of instruction is English and all students are expected to be proficient in both spoken and written English.

 

All assessment will be conducted in the English language.

 

PRACTICUM REQUIREMENTS

During the course, students will be required to undertake a minimum of 12 weeks practical work experience located in an engineering industry environment. This will normally be undertaken during a vacation period, even though it is listed as a unit for Year 4 (ENS4111).

 

ACCREDITATION

Engineers Australia has formally granted Full Accreditation to Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems, Communication Systems, Electronic Systems). Parallel accreditation status has been granted for the Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science double degree courses.

 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to satisfying standard ECU admission requirements, satisfactory performance in TEE (or equivalent) Calculus or Applicable Mathematics is required. Students who have completed an Associate Diploma or its equivalent in an allied engineering field may be admitted to the Bachelor of Engineering with advanced standing.

 
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Joondalup Campus.
 
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
 
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - On-campus.
 
COURSE STRUCTURE

The course structure shown below includes thirty core units, two electives and a practicum unit (480 credit points).

 
YEAR ONE
Semester 1
ENS1153 Introduction to Computer Technology 15
ENS1154 Introduction to Engineering 15
MAT1236 Calculus 1 * 15
SCP1111 Physics of Motion 15
 
*Students without TEE Calculus or its equivalent take MAT1136 Elementary Calculus instead.
In Semester 2 they take MAT1236 Calculus 1 instead of CSP1150 Programming Principles.
This latter will replace an elective later.
 
Semester 2
CSP1150 Programming Principles 15
ENS1252 Introduction to Electrical Engineering 15
MAT1163 Linear Algebra 15
SCP1112 Waves and Electricity 15
 
YEAR TWO
Semester 1
ENS2256 Digital Electronics 15
ENS2455 Circuit Analysis 15
MAT2236 Differential Equations 15
SCP2211 Modern Physics 15
 
Semester 2
ENS3341 Signals and Systems 15
ENS2257 Microprocessor Systems 15
ENS2258 Analog Electronics 15
MAT3484 Data Analysis and Modelling 15
 
YEAR THREE
Semester 1
ENS2159 Engineering Innovation and Ethics 15
ENS3343 Data Communication and Computer Networks 15
ENS3447 Propagation and Antennas 15
ENS4251 Control Systems 15
 
Semester 2
ENS3251 Digital Signal Processing 15
ENS3441 Communication Systems 1 15
ENS3547 Wireless Communication 15
Elective 1
 
YEAR FOUR
Semester 1
ENS4111 Engineering Practicum 0 
ENS4152 Project Development 15
ENS4205 Advanced Electronics 15
ENS4542 Communication Systems 2 15
Elective 2
 
Semester 2
ENS4253 Engineering Project 15
ENS4444 Telecommunication Networks 15
ENS4543 Engineering Management 15
Elective 3
 
 
 
 
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes, Graduate Attributes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Student Equity, Diversity and Disability Service website:
http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity

Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/09/2006 VET: 30/09/2006