Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering) | 2020

Electrical Engineering is a field focused on electrical components, system design and operation. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering) will be prepared for careers in the power industry, including renewable energy technologies, power quality, transmission and smart grids. Graduates may also enter careers in automation, electrical systems, signal processing, and electric motor drives. As a Washington Accord accredited program, graduates are qualified for employment in Electrical Engineering roles in many other countries.

Under the supervision of experienced engineers, graduates will be capable of holding positions with significant responsibility for design and operation of electrical components and systems. Specific roles may include, but are not limited to: electricity grid operation and development, with a focus on UOW’s strengths in power quality engineering; design and maintenance of power generation systems such as solar, wind, hydro, gas and coal generators, plus mobile diesel, and small scale solar systems; and design of automation and control of electrical systems such as electric motor drives in public transport, or intelligent electricity grids; integration and control of computer systems; communication networks; data centres; robotics; and manufacturing. Graduates will contribute within teams for complex projects and may take a lead role in design work, troubleshooting, testing, analysis and verification of component and system performance, project management, and system commissioning. Graduates may have responsibilities around client and stakeholder relations; procurement; safe work practices; quality assurance in project delivery; reporting; and, consideration of standards, regulations and compliance. Graduates will have strong project and people management skills and may take on responsibility for overseeing teams, contractors and consultants within the first five years from graduation.

UOW has a long and successful history of innovation, industry collaboration, applied engineering research, and engineering consultancy. The practical engineering culture at UOW is reflected in its degree programs and graduates. Students studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering) will have opportunities to consider ethical and social challenges relating to engineering, and develop innovative solutions in real-world focused projects in each year of the degree program. They are also able develop strong professional skills through extra-curricular and co-curricular activities in the Work Integrated Learning program. The degree program is delivered through a range of study modes and assessment types, supported by digital technologies, to ensure graduates are flexible learners, well prepared to adapt to future challenges. Students also participate in multidisciplinary projects, providing them with opportunities to learn the language of engineering and the engineering methods applied in different disciplines. Graduates of the program leave UOW experienced in working in diverse teams, ready to integrate into the workforce. Further, UOW graduates are equipped with the skills to recognise opportunities for further learning and technical specialisation to adapt to changing industry requirements.

The course has been developed to support students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds, including international and domestic school leavers, certificate and diploma qualified individuals with experience in the engineering sector. Pathway programs are available to strengthen students’ mathematics, science, and English language background prior to commencement. The program is best suited to those with an interest in electrical devices, power generation technologies, automation and control of electrical systems, and electrical systems for communications networks.

Through the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering) program, graduates will be prepared to make a significant contribution to society through innovation, creative thinking, and disciplinary expertise. Electrical Engineering graduates will be well placed to contribute to innovation in areas that support modern society including renewable energy technologies, reliable power supply and distribution, efficient electrical devices, and manufacturing.

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.

Course Structure

Electrical Engineering Major Subjects

*Scholars students must complete ECTE355 Scholars Project instead of a General Schedule Elective. Students must seek Enrolment Advice at the beginning of Third year.

List A SECTE Electives Subjects

Subjects appearing on the List A SECTE Electives list will only count as either a Major Subject or a List A SECTE Electives subject.

Students will not be approved to have one subject count toward both their Major and SECTE Elective requirements.

Note: Unless class numbers warrant, not all Elective Subjects will be offered in any one year.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

UOW's engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world engineering bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.