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Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering (106JA.2)
Please note these are the 2015 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| On campus |
4.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
4.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
The Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering is a comprehensive four-year degree designed to meet the criteria for accreditation as a professional engineering with Engineers Australia (EA). The course provides education in core areas of network and software engineering to produce a multi-skilled graduate engineer, who can fill the growing demands of the merging information and telecommunications industry. Students acquire in-depth knowledge and skills on design, develop, and implement a range of software based systems over communication network infrastructures. Graduates gain deep technical skills in data communications and networking, mobile and wireless communications, network security and the proliferation of internet worked applications and services relating to cloud computing, big data and multimedia. With multiple articulated pathways, and flexible delivery modes and industry oriented internships, students are able to tailor the course to suit their own career aspirations.
Professional accreditation
Accreditation by the Engineers Australia (EA) is being pursued and is expected to be granted within the normal timeframe.
Applicants must meet normal University requirements for admission to an undergraduate course or hold qualifications deemed to be equivalent by the University's Admissions Committee.
Assumed knowledge
Specialist Maths (Recommended) (T) or Mathematical Methods (T) and English (T).
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering (106JA) | 96 credit points
Distributed Systems Technology (7159) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Object Oriented Software Design (7165) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Real Time Operating Systems (8229) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Introduction to DSP (8226) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Network Security (8239) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Advanced Wireless Communication (8244) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Database Systems (7157) | 3 credit points — Level 3
System Testing (7172) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Pattern Recognition (8240) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Virtual Worlds Technology (8698) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Radio Communications (8230) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Analogue and Digital Communications (8237) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Optical Communications (8242) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Network Programming (8241) | 3 credit points — Level 4
Note:
- Note: Networked Technologies is also known as Internet of Things
- Students may choose a single theme and/or units from any theme
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Distributed Systems Technology (7159)
Year 3
Semester 1
Object Oriented Software Design (7165)
Real Time Operating Systems (8229)
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Semester 2
Advanced Wireless Communication (8244)
Two Restricted Choice Units
Course duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty four semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Develop a functional specification from an initial brief, evaluate the various design options available to meet a given set of specifications, formulate a final design specification, and implement and test the preferred option. | Information literacy and numeracy, problem solving, effective workplace skills, personal attributes |
| Determine which principles in the sciences and engineering are appropriate to use in the solution of complex technological problems in the field of information engineering; | Communication, information literacy and numeracy, problem solving, effective workplace skills |
| Assess the impact of an engineering project on the social and physical environment; | Information literacy and numeracy, information and communication technology, problem solving, effective workplace skills |
| Manage the human, physical and financial resources required to implement or maintain a complex engineering project; | Communication, information and communication technology, problem solving, effective workplace skills, social responsibility, personal attributes |
| Transfer and enhance the knowledge and skills acquired during the course to new or complementary areas of engineering and technology through lifelong learning; | Lifelong learning, personal attributes |
| Communicate effectively in oral and written form. | Communication, information and communication technology, personal attributes |
| Design, implement and maintain large software systems, following contemporary software engineering practices | Information literacy and numeracy, information and communication technology, problem solving, working with others, effective workplace skills |
| Understand and participate in the processes of business analysis of systems; | Information and communication technology, working with others, social responsibility |
| Apply relevant theories and techniques to the analysis and solution of problems in information technology. | Information and communication technology, problem solving, effective workplace skills |
| Apply their particular engineering strengths to the design, construction and maintenance of hardware, software, and systems in all sizes of computer installations, from the large mainframe and client-server systems encountered in the Commonwealth Public Service and its supporting organisations, to embedded microprocessors dedicated to controlling a single appliance or process | Information and communication technology, problem solving, working with others, effective workplace skills, professional ethics, social responsibility, personal attributes |
| Apply their particular engineering strengths to the design, construction and maintenance of systems in network communications and software engineering, such as those encountered in the Commonwealth Public Service, major telecommunications companies and national and international standard electronics and electrical industry companies. | Problem solving, working with others, effective workplace skills, professional ethics, social responsibility, lifelong learning and personal attributes |
Majors
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering | BE Network&SE |
Honours
Honours degree programs are available to students who achieve good results [Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.00 or better) in the third year of their studies. Honours student?s then complete additional work (an extension to the project) in their fourth year of study to qualify to graduate with the degree with Honours. The degree with Honours will be awarded in the following classes depending on the Grade Point Average obtained and other conditions as follows: 1. First Class - GPA>6 in fourth-year subjects, High Distinction for the Engineering project, outstanding work in the Honours extension; 2. Second Class Division 1 - GPA>5.5 in fourth-year subjects, Distinction for the project, excellent work in the extension; and 3. Third Class - Not awarded. Student takes out the pass degree.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
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