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Bachelor of Engineering (Photonics) - Macquarie University

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Course Information:
College: College of Science and Technology
Division: Division of Information and Communication Sciences
Department(s): Department of Electronic Engineering
Area Of Study: Computing, Engineering and Technology
Course Type: Undergraduate
Degree Type: Bachelor Degree
CRICOS Code: 047326A
Key Features:
Photonic engineers do with light what electronic engineers do with electrons. Photonics engineers design, build, test and manage systems that carry out the transmission, processing and storage of information as optical signals for applications such as telecommunications, imaging and sensing. Engineering requires not only a high level of technical expertise but also substantial project management skills, hence a degree in engineering can lead to careers in technology development and/or business and management. 
Suitable For:
This degree program prepares students for a rewarding career in photonics engineering and related areas. This program provides students with a solid foundation in the technology of generating and harnessing light with the flexibility to concentrate on one or more aspects of photonics engineering such as: optical system design, fibre-optic networks, electro-optical instrumentation, laser design and applications, optical sensing systems and optical information systems. 
Career Opportunities:
A broad range of career opportunities exist for engineers from sales, management, technical projects, and research and development. Engineering graduates are recognised for their ability to easily adapt to a broad range of jobs. 
Requirements - 2009 :
Entry Requirements: Advanced mathematical skills
Course Quota: No
Work Experience Requirements: None before commencing the course. Students will have to take twelve weeks industry work experience. Students usually do this in the mid-year breaks.
English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in each section
  • TOEFL (paper based test): Minimum 580 overall, with 53 Listening, 52 Reading, 59 Structure/ Written Expression, 5.0 TWE
  • TOEFL (computer based test): Minimum 237 overall, with 19 Listening, 19 Reading, 25 Structure/Writing
  • TOEFL (internet based test): Minimum 92 overall, with 18 Listening, 17 Reading, 22 Writing, 22 Speaking
Course Entry Rank: 75

Course Commences: Semester 1 (February), 2009
Study Options: Full-Time
Minimum Course Duration: 4 Years
Minimum Course Credit Points: 96
Confirmed Per Credit Point Fee*: $912.00
Estimated Annual Fee*: $21,888.00
Annual Fee Notes: Fee based on 24 credit points in the first year.
Location: North Ryde (Sydney)
Subjects Per Year: 6-8
Notes: Please note that a student's specialisation in Photonics Engineering will not be stated on their testamur (graduation certificate) but it will be included on their academic transcript.

* This is a proposed fee only and is subject to change.For courses of more than one year’s duration: For units completed in 2009, the 2009 fee will apply. For units completed in 2010 (or 2011, depending on the duration of the course), you will pay the fee approved for the 2010 (or 2011) academic year respectively.

For students commencing in semester two, 2009: the 2009 fee listed will apply for your first semester of study only. The fee approved for 2010 will take effect from semester one, 2010.

All fees are in Australian Dollars (AU$), unless otherwise stated.
Sample Program:

This is a sample study program only. The units listed in this sample program may not be a true representation of what an official study program will look like for this course. This sample program shows an example of possible units which could be taken under this area of study.

YEAR 1 (CORE UNITS)
COMP115 Introduction to Computer Science
COMP125 Fundamentals of Computer Science*
ELEC166 Introduction to Electronic Systems
MATH135 Mathematics IA*
MATH136 Mathematics IB*
PHYS140 Physics IA*
PHYS143 Physics IB*
ENGG100 Introduction to Engineering*
YEAR 2 (CORE UNITS)
MATH235 Mathematics IIA*
MATH236 Mathematics IIB*
PHYS201 Physics IIA*
PHYS202 Physics IIB*
OPTO221 Introduction to Optical Science and Technology*
OPTO222 Instrumental Optics*
ELEC141 Digital Fundamentals
ELEC240 Signals and Systems*
YEAR 3 (CORE UNITS)
ELEC290 Linear Circuits*
ELEC321 Communication Systems*
MPCE360 Technology Management*
OPTO321 Optical and Photonic Devices and Systems I*
OPTO322 Optical and Photonic Devices and Systems II*
ELEC385 Applied Electromagnetics*
YEAR 3 (ELECTIVE UNITS)
ELEC280 Simulation and Measurement*
COMP247 Data Communications*
YEAR 4 (CORE UNITS)
ENGG450 Systems Design and Engineering*
ENGG405 Engineering Thesis*
ENGG460 Engineering Principles and Practice*
ENGG400 Industry Experience*
YEAR 4 (ELECTIVE UNITS)
ELEC376 Electronic Devices and Systems*
ELEC324 Feedback Control and Dynamic Systems*

 

 
 

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