Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours)

2024 Deakin University Handbook

Year	2024 course information for continuing students only.
Award granted	Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours)
Deakin course code	S461
Faculty	Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment
Campus	For students who commenced prior to 2024
Duration	4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Course Map - enrolment planning tool	Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
CRICOS course code	079997G Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8
* Only the first year of this Engineering program is available at the Melbourne Burwood Campus. Students enrolled at the Melbourne Burwood Campus will be required to transfer to the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus or online mode for the second year of their program. International students holding student visas – this course is registered for delivery to student visa holders at Geelong Waurn Ponds campus.
The final intake to this course version was in 2023. From 2024 please refer to S467 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) handbook entry. Students should contact a Student Adviser in Student Central for course and enrolment information. Further course structure information can be found in the Handbook archive.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

Gain practical, industry relevant skills with Deakin’s Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours). With a particular emphasis on power and energy supported by state-of-the-art electronics design and communication technologies you will gain hands-on skills and experience to tackle modern engineering challenges in a changing world. You will also access the latest electrical and electronics engineering tools and application software in world-class, multi-million-dollar facilities. From renewable energy, power systems and high-voltage (HV) labs, to Deakin’s 7.5MW microgrid facility with battery energy storage, visualisation and control centre, you will learn everything you need to design, implement and test your big ideas. Discover what it takes to work in teams on industry led projects in this Engineers Australia accredited degree.

Want to change the future of renewable energy and have a tangible impact on climate change?

You will learn similar software tools used by industry and work alongside experienced engineers through industry placement opportunities that enable you to be industry ready with a sound professional standing.

Covering the broad areas of electrical and electronics engineering disciplines, this course gives you in-demand skills to pursue a range of careers. You will use industry-standard tools in world-class facilities and learn from teachers who are active in the industry, so you always have the latest techniques and knowledge at your fingertips.

Study the key electrical and electronics engineering concepts including:

renewable power generation
smart distribution and transmission
urban, industrial and regional power usage
energy production and efficiency in climate change
design of novel electronics devices and control systems.

The design-based approach in this course means you will be able to apply the theory you learn to practical, research-based projects. You will graduate with the technical ability to create solutions, and the project management and communication skills to execute them successfully.

With a minimum of 60 days’ work experience, you will apply your practical and theoretical skills and benefit from the support of industry experts on the job.

Back on campus, access to our $55 million world-class engineering precinct will show you how your ideas work in practice. Bring them to life in state-of-the-art labs including:

7MW Microgrid facility and visualisation and control centre
one of the two largest 3D printing labs in the southern hemisphere
design and realisation studios
Deakin AusNet Services electrical engineering lab
a digital manufacturing lab
a materials science corrosion and polymer lab
a network sensing control lab
a mechatronics and electronics lab
a high-voltage lab capable of reaching voltages up to 500kV
concrete and structural testing facilities
CNC machining centres.

In addition to traditional theory-based classes, 50% of each trimester is dedicated to learning via team-based projects. You will tackle real-world industry problems and research, design, test and evaluate solutions, with the support of our expert teaching staff.

Through project-oriented design-based learning (PODBL) in collaboration with industry, you will have the chance to apply scientific and engineering principles to solve situational challenges faced by businesses and communities. This real-world application gives you competitive insight into the social, cultural, global, ethical and environmental responsibilities of today engineer.

Indicative student workload

You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Professional recognition

Deakin’s Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) is accredited by Engineers Australia, which gives the degree international recognition, allowing graduates to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world.

Career opportunities

With an international skills shortage in engineering, Deakin’s Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) graduates find themselves with value to contribute across a range of roles, including:

power engineer
electrical design engineer
telecommunications engineer
industrial engineer
PLC programmer
electronic test engineer
research engineer
design engineer
special effects technician
robotics engineers and technician
solar cell technician
clear car engineer
automotive electrician
multimedia systems specialist
renewable energy consultant

Participation requirements

In order to satisfy course accreditation requirements, as specified and administered by Engineers Australia, all online enrolled students, or students enrolled online in specified units, are required to participate in campus-based learning activities at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) during intensive week each trimester to ensure that graduates possess and have demonstrated the minimum necessary knowledge and skill base, engineering application abilities, and professional skills, values and attitudes at successful completion of the course to be sufficiently prepared to enter professional engineering practice.

Attendance and participation in learning activities during intensive week is linked to assessment requirements within the Engineering programmes, and failure to attend may result in students not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment. This may result in a fail grade being awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.

International students: Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin online. To participate in the mandatory campus based scheduled sessions during the trimester intensive week, it is suggested that you apply for a tourist visa to enter Australia. Please be advised that Deakin University cannot guarantee that you will be granted a tourist visa by the Australian Government.

International students studying online may not be granted a visitor visa to complete mandatory components of the course at a campus.

Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.

Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.

Mandatory student checks

Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.

Articulation and credit transfer

Flexible entry into the course allows students to upgrade their qualifications and to obtain credit for previous studies/experience. Applicants with appropriate TAFE qualifications or other approved post-secondary studies may apply for Recognition of prior learning. Credit may be considered for skills obtained in the workforce or by informal means.

Equipment requirements

Students must have access to a suitable computer and a network connection. The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course may also require that students have access to a range of software. Access to high-cost specialist equipment is provided but students may be required to purchase minor equipment for particular unit(s) as detailed in unit site.

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study and their study discipline, and your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.

Course Learning Outcomes

Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes		Course Learning Outcomes
Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities		Demonstrate a comprehensive theory based understanding of engineering fundamentals and underpinning concepts in the natural and physical sciences. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and application of mathematics, numerical analyses, statistics and information technology in the context of engineering principles and practice. Demonstrate knowledge of contextual factors that impact on engineering including; • Sustainability • Management • Economics • Project management Demonstrate fluent and systematic application of established engineering techniques, tools, resources and processes and, where appropriate, research principles and methods in: • Solving complex and ill-defined problems • Syntheses and design for appropriate formulation of engineering solutions • Effective and appropriate professional conduct and management of engineering projects Demonstrate in-depth understanding of specialist knowledge, contemporary engineering practice and current research directions within the discipline of Electrical and Electronics engineering.
Communication		Communicate effectively in a range of contexts using oral, written, graphical and interpersonal communication to professional, non- professional and lay audiences.
Digital literacy		Utilise a range of digital technologies and information sources to discover, select, analyse, employ, evaluate, and disseminate both technical and non-technical information.
Critical thinking		Use critical and analytical thinking and judgment in evaluating data and information and integrating knowledge to develop new understanding and/or formulate appropriate engineering design solutions and manage their implementation, operation and delivery ensuring sustainable solutions.
Problem solving		Apply creative, innovative and proactive approaches to complex engineering problems and projects. Plan and execute a research based project, professional project and/or piece of scholarship.
Self-management		Demonstrate self-management through professional and ethical conduct, and identification and planning of future learning needs.
Teamwork		Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership through creative, innovative and proactive behaviour.
Global citizenship		Demonstrate ability to function effectively as an international engineer.

Approved by Faculty Board 27 June 2021

Course rules

To complete the Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours), students must attain 32 credit points, which must include the following:

Thirty (30) credit points of core units
2 elective units (2 credit points) *
Completion of three (3) zero-credit point compulsory units:
- SEJ010 Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning
- DAI001 Academic Integrity Module
- STP010 Career Tools for Employability

Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.

* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point). It is strongly recommended that the remaining elective be a level 3, 4, or 7 unit.

Course structure

Core

Level 1 - Trimester 1

DAI001

Academic Integrity Module (0 credit points)

STP010

Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points)

SEJ010

Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points)

SET111

Sustainable Design

SEJ104

Engineering in Society +

SEB101

Engineering Physics +

SIT199

Applied Algebra and Statistics

Level 1 - Trimester 2

SEJ102

Electrical Systems Engineering Project (2 credit points)+

SIT194

Introduction to Mathematical Modelling

SEP105

Introduction to Programming for Engineers

Level 2 - Trimester 1

SEE210

Power Engineering Design (2 credit points)+

SEP291

Engineering Modelling

SEE216

Analogue and Digital Electronics +

Level 2 - Trimester 2

SEE222

Embedded Systems Design (2 credit points)+

SEE213

Distributed Generation System +@

SEE212

Power Electronics +

Level 3 - Trimester 1

SEE332

Transmission and Distribution System Design (2 credit points)+

SEE307

Systems and Signals

SEE312

Data Communication +

Level 3 - Trimester 2

SEJ302

Control Systems Engineering (2 credit points)

SEE308

Electrical Machines and Drives +

Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *

Level 4 - Trimester 1

SEJ441

Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~+

SEL703

Professional Practice ^#

Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *

Level 4 - Trimester 2

SEJ446

Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~+

SEE406

Power System Analysis

SEE716

Electrical Systems Protection

* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point).

~ It is recommended students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.

^ Students are encouraged to complete this unit in Trimester 3 of the third year of study.

# Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)

+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus mode conducted activities during the corresponding Intensive Activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus mode activities is linked to assessment requirements within the Engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment. Thus, a fail grade shall be awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.

@ not available from 2027

Work experience

Through SEL703 Professional Practice, you will gain industry experience by completing at least 30 to 60 days of practical work experience in an engineering workplace with assessment tasks designed to develop and enhance your understanding of the engineering profession, professional practice and continuing professional development, possible career outcomes, and the opportunity to establish valuable professional networks.

Other course information

Course duration

Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.

Further information

Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.

Contact Student Central

Other learning experiences

In your final year of the course, you may apply to undertake an international study tour to engage in a structured program of study, usually involving short project work overseas to gain discipline specific technical expertise and to enhance your global engineering awareness and experience.

Research and research-related study

The key assessment of research and research skills in the programme is through the two linked 2 credit point units in the final year of the course. The first of these units is for students to develop a detailed research proposal and undertake preliminary proof-of-concept or testing of their experimental methods. The second unit is designed to undertake the proposed research and critically evaluate the outcomes of the project. The project is predominantly student-led with direction from an academic supervisor that has expertise in the research field.