Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Information Technology

Combining Engineering and IT qualifications give JCU graduates a wide range of employment and career opportunities.Graduates pursue careers in various areas including electronics and communications technologies, energy resources, internet of things, data science, electricity supply, construction, consulting, defence agencies, and telecommunications.You could find employment as a chemical engineer, civil engineer, electrical engineer, electronic engineer, mechanical engineer, software engineer, IT specialist, or transport engineering specialist.Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:

All majors (except Electronic Systems and Internet of Things)

CORE SUBJECTS

Level 1

CP1404:03 Programming II

CP1402:03 Internet Fundamentals

CP1403:03 Design Thinking

EG1000:03 Engineering 1

EG1002:03 Computing and Sensors

EG1010:03 Process Engineering

EG1011:03 Statics and Dynamics

EG1012:03 Electric Circuits

MA1000:03 Mathematical Foundations (The College may recommend some students undertake MA1020:03 Preparatory Mathematics prior to undertaking MA1000)

MA1003:03 Mathematical Techniques

PH1005:03 Advanced Stream Physics 1

Level 2

CP2404:03 Database Modelling

CP2406:03 Programming III

MA2000:03 Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers

Level 3

CP3407:03 Advanced Software Engineering

EG3000:03 Introduction to Systems Engineering and Project Management

Level 4

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2

EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2

OPTIONS

Select an Engineering major from Table A

PLUS

Select 3 credit points of subjects from List 1

PLUS

Select 9 credit points of subjects from List 2

PLUS

Select 6 credit points of subjects from List 3 or if undertaking MA1020 Preparatory Mathematics then select 3 credit points of subjects from List 3

List 1

CP1406:03 Web Design and Development

CP1407:03 Introductory Machine Learning and Data Science

CP2405:03 Collective Intelligence and Entrepreneurship

CP2411:03 3D Modelling and Animation

CP2408:03 Design Thinking and Creative IT Industries

CP2412:03 Game Design and Technologies

CP2410:03 Algorithms and Data Structures

CP2409:03 Networks Forensic and Data Communication

List 2

CP3402:03 Content Management Systems

CP3403:03 Data Mining

CP3404:03 Information Security

CP3405:03 Design Thinking and Project Management

CP3406 :03 Mobile Computing

CP3408:03 Game Engine and Simulation

List 3

CC2511:03 Embedded Systems Design

CC3501:03 Computer Interfacing and Control

CL2501:03 Process Analysis

CP1407:03 Introductory Machine Learning and Data Science

CP2408:03 Design Thinking and Creative IT Industries

CP2410:03 Algorithms and Data Structures

CS2001:03 Engineering Strength of Materials

CS2004:03 Surveying and Construction

EA1110:03 Evolution of the Earth

EE4000:03 Signal Processing 3

EG2010:03 Materials Science and Engineering

EV2301:03 Urban Geography and Design

EV2502:03 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

EV3502:03 Advanced Geographic Information Systems

MA2211:03 Discrete Mathematics

MA2210:03 Linear Algebra

ME2525:03 Machine Element Design

ME4521:03 Bulk Materials Handling

PH2002:03 Classical Mechanics and Quantum Physics 1

PH2019:03 Introduction to Electromagnetism Optics and Early Quantum

PH2240:03 Atomic and Nuclear Physics

Course Structure

Electronic Systems and Internet of Things Major

CORE SUBJECTS

Level 1

CP1402:03 Internet Fundamentals

CP1403:03 Design Thinking

EG1000:03 Engineering 1

EG1002:03 Computing and Sensors

EG1010:03 Process Engineering

EG1011:03 Statics and Dynamics

EG1012:03 Electric Circuits

MA1000:03 Mathematical Foundations (The College may recommend some students undertake MA1020:03 Preparatory Mathematics prior to undertaking MA1000)

MA1003:03 Mathematical Techniques

PH1005:03 Advanced Stream Physics 1

Level 2

CP2406:03 Programming III

MA2000:03 Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers

Level 3

CP3407:03 Advanced Software Engineering

EG3000:03 Engineering Project Management

Level 4

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2

EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2

OPTIONS

Select the Electronic Systems and Internet of Things Engineering major from Table A

PLUS

Select 6 credit points of any undergraduate subjects

PLUS

Select 3 credit points of subjects from List 1

PLUS

Select 9 credit points of subjects from List 2

PLUS

Select 6 credit points of subjects from List 3

or if undertaking MA1020 Preparatory Mathematics then select 3 credit points of subjects from List 3

List 1

CP1406:03 Web Design and Development

CP1407:03 Introductory Machine Learning and Data Science

CP2405:03 Collective Intelligence and Entrepreneurship

CP2408:03 Design Thinking and Creative IT Industries

CP2409:03 Networks Forensic and Data Communication

CP2410:03 Algorithms and Data Structures

CP2411:03 3D Modelling and Animation

CP2412:03 Game Design and Technologies

List 2

CP3402:03 Content Management Systems

CP3403:03 Data Mining

CP3405:03 Design Thinking and Project Management

CP3408:03 Game Engine and Simulation

List 3

CP1407:03 Introductory Machine Learning and Data Science

CP2408:03 Design Thinking and Creative IT Industries

CP2410:03 Algorithms and Data Structures

TABLE A (MAJORS)

In your Engineering (Honours) course, experience industry-based teaching and learn from leading Engineering specialists. Build a thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals in your first year with theoretical and practical learning. You will study a specialised major, with honours-level content integrated throughout.

Choose from five different Engineering majors to suit your interests. Participate in 12 weeks of industry-based practical placement – you may even be paid for your work. In your final year, you will complete a major engineering project and thesis.

In your Information Technology degree, combine an in-depth basis of computing theory with practical knowledge and skills in software engineering, multimedia, databases and networking.

Choose from four different majors to suit your interests. Gain industry experience through internships with local businesses and organisations.

Become a world-class engineer and information technology professional. Experience the benefits of a joint degree and graduate with a broad skill set that is highly sought-after in the local and global economy.

View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects and majors.

Majors

As well as studying Information Technology subjects you can choose from five different Engineering majors. The electronic systems and internet of things major is only available at the Cairns campus while all other majors are only available at the Townsville campus.

Chemical Engineering

Create, manipulate and design products using raw materials, and chemistry and physics principles. Become an expert in the intricacies of reactor design and modelling, and learn how to comprehend the concepts of instrumental analysis. Build an in-depth understanding of advanced chemical technologies such as minerals processing, extractive metallurgy and bioprocessing.

Civil Engineering

Benefit from JCU’s expert lecturers and explore various civil engineering disciplines such as structural, hydraulic, geotechnical, transport and environmental engineering. Develop the skills required to assess the environmental impact of large projects and understand how to build community engagement. JCU graduates have a thorough understanding of how to make cities better places to live.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Learn how to design and maintain electrical energy infrastructure through the application of the electrical principles. You will integrate theory with practice and visit telecommunications companies, power utilities and mines. Build a comprehensive knowledge of electrical materials, circuit theory, single phase and three phase power system modelling and signal processing.

Electronic Systems and Internet of Things (IoT) Engineering

Develop sensor technologies, analyse big data and design smart technology that relates to various industries. Work with cloud computing and wireless communication utilising a state-of-the-art Internet of Things research lab. Become innovative technology leaders, accessing world-class lecturers and their strong industry partnerships.

Mechanical Engineering

Understand the principles of mechanics and thermodynamics to analyse, design, manufacture and maintain machines across almost all industries. Learn the foundations of thermofluid mechanics and the dynamics of machine elements. Through experiential learning, apply your understanding of heat exchange, momentum and strength of materials to design machines.

The Handbook provides detail about the subjects you can study within each major.

Honours

An Honours degree supports entry into a Higher Degree by Research. High-achieving graduates of this course can enrol in this extra year and further develop critical thinking skills through completion of a research project and thesis. Refer to the Handbook for eligibility information.