Microelectronics

Overview

Swinburne's microelectronic engineering programs provide graduates with a high level of both logical and lateral thinking development so they are able to lead constructive change through innovation. They will use a multi-disciplinary engineering philosophy in the synthesis, design and integration of solutions. Students will also develop confidence and judgment so that the implementation of solutions proceeds successfully.

The programs aim to develop:

• integrated circuit design expertise in embedded system, digital, mixed signal and system-on-chip
• understanding of the device physics, fabrication process and testing needed by IC designers
• advanced technical skills necessary to master state-of-the art microelectronic technology
• research skills necessary to obtain specialist knowledge of subjects pertinent to integrated circuit design
• logical and lateral thinking that leads to creation and innovation in the pursuit of solutions to engineering problems

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment in areas of

• embedded system design,
• VLSI design,
• system on chip,
• chip design,
• design of DSP-based systems,

and also in a wide range of industries including

• telecommunications,
• automotive,
• chip design and testing companies and
• research organisations.