Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) focuses on a broad spectrum of the electrical engineering field and gives the students the option to upgrade their skills in different areas of electrical and electronic engineering such as power systems, microelectronics and control systems.
Please note: the last intake for this course will be Semester 2 2018. Please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (GD-ENG).
Please note: the last intake for this course will be Semester 2 2018. Please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (GD-ENG).
Duration
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) focuses on a broad spectrum of the electrical engineering field and gives the students the option to upgrade their skills in different areas of electrical and electronic engineering such as power systems, microelectronics and control systems.
Please note: the last intake for this course will be Semester 2 2018. Please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (GD-ENG).
Please note: the last intake for this course will be Semester 2 2018. Please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (GD-ENG).
Course structure
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic), students must complete eight units (100 credit points) as follows:
- 3 foundation units (37.5 credit points)
- 3 technical units (37.5 credit points)
- 2 elective units (25 credit points), selected from either the elective, foundation or technical unit lists
Units of study
Foundation units
Complete three units (37.5 credit points) from the following:
Technical units
Complete three units (37.5 credit points):
Elective units
Complete two units (25 credit points):
* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities may involve work in power systems, systems on chip, control, design of DSP-based systems, in a wide range of industries including telecommunications, automotive and research institutions.
Aims and objectives
The program aims to develop technical knowledge in electrical engineering which will assist in designing and evaluating complex systems, and generating creative solutions in the broad field of electrical engineering.
Graduate skills
At completion of the program, graduates will be expected to have:
Knowledge
- A body of contemporary knowledge in the field of electrical engineering and the acquisition and application of this knowledge in industry or research
- Knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the electrical engineering discipline
Skills
- Mastery of electrical engineering theory and cognitive skills to critically reflect on professional practice
- Cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex electrical engineering concepts and designs, that relate to different disciplines
- Skills to evaluate complex and abstract electrical engineering concepts and generate creative solutions
- Technical and communication skills to investigate, analyse and implement new electrical engineering developments
- Skills to function and communicate effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and transfer an understanding of complex knowledge, theoretical concepts and research to others
Application of knowledge and skills
- An ability to make high level independent analytical judgements and apply entrepreneurial thinking in varied electrical engineering technical and management functions
- An ability to identify and practice professional and ethical responsibility with a high degree of autonomy, and recognise the need to engage in lifelong learning
- The capacity to design and generate a significant research-based project in the field of electrical engineering
Swinburne-specific graduate attributes
- Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace, or community
- Are capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study area
- Operate effectively in work and community situations
- Are adaptable and manage change
- Are aware of environments in which they will be contributing
Professional recognition
Completion of this course may assist graduates in meeting eligibility criteria for membership to various levels of Engineers Australia.
Pathways and scholarships
- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Entry requirements
Standard entry
The entry requirements for Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) are as follows:
- a Bachelor of Engineering or a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)* (minimum four years of full time study) degree in any of the following cognate fields: Electronic Engineering; Computer Engineering; Communication/Telecommunication Engineering or
- a Bachelor of Science (Honours)* (four years of full time study) in an approved cognate field or
- a Graduate Certificate of Engineering degree in an approved cognate field following on from a four-year Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree or
- a qualification deemed to be equivalent to any of the above
* Applicants with a recognised Bachelor of Engineering Honours degree in an approved cognate field may be eligible for advanced standing.
How to apply
This course is closed for new enrolments.