Bachelor of Engineering(Telecommunications Engineering)(Honours)/Bachelor of Computer Science

Telecommunications Engineers design, build and manage systems that transfer, store and manage information via radio frequency transmission, optical fibres or some other form of wave transmission.

Telecommunications systems can employ a wide range of technologies, including optical fibre communication systems, radio systems (such as mobile phones and WiFi), cable systems and satellite communications.

These systems and technologies can also be applied to a range of civilian and defence applications such as radar, weather monitoring, radio frequency identification, provision of services such as voice, video and streaming services over the internet and sensor networks.

Within the Telecommunications Engineering field, there are Communication (or Radio Frequency) Engineers and Network Engineers.

Communication Engineers focus on the specification, design and maintenance of the physical communication links and circuits and components such as antennas, transmitters and receivers, RF and microwave circuits, optical devices and optical fibres.

Network Engineers concern themselves with how individual communication systems are combined together to create integrated networks, how to manage the flow of information through such networks and how to deliver internet and data services over these networks.

By combining the knowledge of Telecommunications Engineering with a degree in Computer Science, you are ideally suited to undertake a leading role in system and network applications development and management, particularly within the area of Network Engineering.The purpose of the Bachelor of Engineering(Telecommunications Engineering)(Honours)/ Bachelor of Computer Science is to:provide learning experiences that provide you, as a graduate of this program, with the knowledge and skills essential for a professional career.

prepare you, on graduation from this program, to be ready to take up employment in the computer sciences field and/or electronic and communication engineering and related industries, including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, electrical, computing, resource, defence, and primary industries.You will undertake capstone experiences in the fourth year Computer Science capstone courses COSC2408 Programming Project 1 or COSC2409 Programming Project 2 or COSC2392 Web/Internet Project 1 or COSC2393 Web/Internet Project 2 and in the final year.

The engineering capstone courses are OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A and OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B.

In these courses you will conduct a research project that can be analytical, experimental, design or computational in nature (or some combination).This program is primarily delivered in face-to-face mode at the City Campus.

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To graduate you must complete the following:

All courses listed may not be available in each semester

Year One of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Nine (9) Courses:

AND

Year Three of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from any:

AND

Year Four of Program

Complete the following Five (5) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Telecommunications Option Courses: Before enrolling in a course, please ensure you have satisfactorily completed any prerequisite requirements.

Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Computer Science Option Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Capstone Project Courses:

AND

Year Five of Program

Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Select and Complete Five (5) of the following Telecommunications Option Courses: Before enrolling in a course, please ensure you have satisfactorily completed any prerequisite requirements.

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.

For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 —A study score of at least 20 in Mathematical Methods (Any) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Program Learning Outcomes Bachelor of Engineering(Telecommunications Engineering)(Honours)

The program learning outcomes have been aligned with recognised standards for Bachelor of Engineering degrees to obtain national accreditation by Engineers Australia.

1 Knowledge and Skill Base

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 contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.

1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.

2 Engineering Application Ability

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 Professional and Personal Attributes

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.

Program Learning Outcomes Bachelor of Computer Science

The program learning outcomes developed by the Computer Science component of the degree program are composed of the following dimensions:

Enabling Knowledge This outcome allows one to apply knowledge effectively to new situations and learn from the experience.

Critical Analysis In general, this outcome allows one to examine and consider accurately and objectively any topic, evidence, or situation. More specifically, this outcome allows one to:

• Analyse and model requirements and constraints for the purpose of designing and implementing software systems;
• Evaluate and compare designs of such systems on the basis of requirements of the organisational needs.

Problem Solving In general, this outcome allows one to analyse problems and synthesise suitable solutions. Specifically, this outcome allows one to:

• Design and implement software systems that accommodate specified requirements and constraints, based on analysis or modelling or requirements specification.

Communication In general, this outcome allows one to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences through a range of modes and media. Specifically, this outcome allows one to:

• Present and explain complex software systems solutions, alternative solutions, and decision recommendations to both IT and non-IT personnel via technical reports of professional standard and technical presentations.

Team Work In general this outcome allows one to work as an effective and productive team member in a range of professional and social situations. Specifically, this outcome allows one to:

• Work effectively in different roles, to form, manage, and successfully produce outcomes from teams, whose members may have diverse cultural backgrounds and life circumstances, and differing levels of technical expertise.

Responsibility In general this outcome refers to accepting responsibility for one’s own learning and make informed decisions in judging and adopting appropriate behaviour in professional and social situations. This includes accepting the responsibility for life-long learning. Specifically, this outcome allows one to:

• Effectively apply relevant standards, ethical considerations, and an understanding of legal and privacy issues to designing software systems.