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Overview

The Electrical Engineering specialisation within the Graduate Certificate of Engineering Science is underpinned by the attainment of disciplinary as well as advanced disciplinary knowledge. This stream offers electives across several sub-disciplines of electrical engineering, allowing students the option of obtaining a good depth of knowledge in one discipline, or a … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

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Use cognitive skills and critical thinking Graduates will develop their ability to define, investigate and analyse electrical engineering problems and develop creative and innovative solutions to these problems (EA 2.14 & 2.15).
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Apply Disciplinary Knowledge and practices in Electrical Engineering. Graduates will develop advanced theory-based knowledge and techniques in Electrical engineering (EA 1.3 / EA 2.12). Graduates will broaden their knowledge of engineering, including engineering management (EA 1.4). Graduates will be able to proficiently apply engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving (EA 2.1).
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Undertake independent work Graduates will develop their capacity for independent work, particularly identifying and sourcing information that is needed.
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Employ communication, adaptive and interactional skills Graduates will demonstrate professional-level skills in presenting information and justifying decisions to other professionals, clients, stakeholders and the broader community (EA 3.2 / EA 2.8). Graduates will demonstrate creative and ethical approaches to practice (EA 3.3 & 3.1). Graduates will develop their ability to work as team members and leaders (EA 3.5).
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Global outlook Graduates will develop an appreciation of the issues associated with international engineering practice and global operating contexts (EA 1.5).
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science - GradCertEngSc7320 - Engineering Science

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 24 UOC.

Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge Courses

Disciplinary Knowledge Courses

Engineering & Technical Management Courses

Foundational Disciplinary Knowledge

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Additional Information

Entry Requirements

Students need a recognised four year Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline of engineering with an average mark of 65.

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