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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a stream in Electrical Engineering
Macquarie University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00002J
This major focuses on preparing graduates to be able to design, evaluate, build, and mange 21st-century distributed energy systems. This stream will provide students with the unique combination of skills they'll need to design and operate future electrical energy systems within the context of existing electric power systems. Students will learn about the fundamentals of energy systems, power electronics and electrical machines, and develop the skills required to design and build the systems that generate and use electrical energy. They will also learn how to predict the real-world performance of electrical systems and understand how electrical engineering can help tackle global environmental challenges. Students will have opportunities to take advantage of Macquarie's strong industry partnerships with major companies such as BAE Systems, Cochlear, Optus and Honeywell.
Structure
- 96 credit points
- minimum 60 credit points at 200 level or above
- minimum 30 credit points at 300 level or above
- minimum 87 credit points designated as engineering.
Subjects
- Introduction to Computer Programming
- Introduction to Engineering
- Electrical and Mechanical Principles
- Mathematics IA (Advanced)
- Electric and Magnetic Interactions
- plus more
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Required: Mathematics (band 4). Recommended: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or HSC Mathematics Extension 2, plus Physics.
Recognition
Our Bachelor of Engineering (honours) programs are regularly reviewed by Engineers Australia for accreditation. Graduates can expect that accredited engineering major qualifications will be recognised internationally.
Further information
Career opportunities include existing electricity distribution and supply companies, industries providing small- to medium-scale electricity supply and management systems, and the emerging transport electrification industry.
