Electrical Engineering
MJRP-TELNT

Telecommunications and Networking Engineering

Postgraduate major

Explore telecommunications and networking topics, mobile radio communications, sensor networks and data network security.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Telecommunication and Networking Engineering Major (M ProEng)
  • Credit

    Credit

    250
Course outline

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Course outline

Overview

Overview

This course is designed for graduates from a four-year Engineering undergraduate degree not accredited by Engineers Australia in a related discipline.

The course is not suitable for graduates of a four-year undergraduate degree, with Engineers Australia accreditation in the same discipline. Those holding an EA accredited qualification and seeking a masters level qualification in the same discipline are encouraged to consider applying for entry to the Master of Philosophy or Master of Engineering Management.

Applicants seeking entry who do not hold a four year Engineering degree are required to first complete the one-year Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering.

The electronics and communication fields represent two of the fastest growing technology areas in the world.

With the rapid progress of information technology, the role of communications is becoming even more crucial for increasing industry efficiency and competition.

This major explores relevant topics in telecommunications and networking, like mobile radio communications, sensor networks and data network security.

During the course, you will gain at least 12 weeks of exposure to engineering professional practice and keep a formal log book to record your experience. During your final-year project, you will have the opportunity to further investigate and apply emergent technologies in telecommunications and networking systems.

This major sits within the Master of Professional Engineering degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Master of Professional Engineering.

What jobs can the Telecommunications and Networking Engineering course lead to?

Jobs

  • Telecommunications network engineer
  • Communications specialist
  • Telecommunications consultant
  • Telecommunications specialist

Industries

  • IT and telecommunications
  • Scientific and technical services
  • Wholesale trade

What you'll learn

  • Refer to Master of Professional Engineering for Course Learning Outcomes
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and scholarships

Please view the Master of Professional Engineering degree for indicative fees.

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How to apply

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  • Curtin course code: MJRP-TELNT
  • Last updated on: 25 December 2024

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