Bachelor of Engineering (Instrumentation Control and Automation) Honours
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-28 | - |
| 2024-07-29 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Instrumentation Control and Automation) Honours program equips graduates with a strong foundation in electrical, electronic, and computing engineering, with a focus on control engineering. The program prepares students to design, develop, and manage advanced control and automation systems in various industries, including mining, oil and gas, and agriculture. Graduates have diverse employment opportunities in product design, manufacturing, and consulting, with potential job titles such as Control and Automation Engineer and Process Control Engineer.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Bachelor of Engineering (Instrumentation Control and Automation) Honours course provides a strong foundation in electrical, electronic, and computing engineering with a focus on control engineering. The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, develop, and manage advanced control and automation systems in various industries, including mining and mineral processing, oil and gas, and agriculture.
Year 1
- Introduction to Engineering
- Materials and Manufacturing 1
- Engineering Drawing and Computer-Aided Design
- Mathematics 1
- Engineering Mechanics
- Introduction to Energy and Resource Engineering
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Mathematics 2
Year 2
- Instrumentation and Measurement
- Digital Electronics
- Engineering Innovation and Ethics
- Engineering Systems
- Programming Fundamentals
- Electrical Machines and Transformers
- Signals and Systems
- Analog Electronics
Year 3
- Communication Systems 1
- Electrical Networks
- Data Communications and Computer Networks
- Control Systems
- Microprocessor Systems
- Electrical Engineering Design
- Industrial Control
- Elective Unit
Year 4
- Engineering Practicum
- Distributed Control Systems
- Advanced Industrial Control
- Power Electronics
- Project Development
- Engineering Honours Thesis 1 (for students undertaking the graded Honours pathway)
- Engineering Management
- Process Control
- Engineering Project (standard project units)
- Engineering Honours Thesis 2 (for students undertaking the graded Honours pathway)
- Elective Unit
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Instrumentation Control and Automation) Honours program have diverse employment opportunities in various sectors of industry, including:
- Product design and development
- Manufacturing
- Mining and resource
- Agriculture
- Public utilities
- Road and transport
- Defence
- Aerospace
- Chemical
- Pharmaceutical
- Consulting Possible job titles include:
- Control and Automation Engineer
- Process Control Engineer
- Instrumentation Engineer
Edith Cowan University
Overview:
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience and its focus on research and innovation. ECU is a relatively young institution, established in 1991, but has quickly gained a global reputation for its academic excellence.
Services Offered:
ECU offers a range of services to support students, including:
Future student events:
On-campus and online sessions to help students decide on their course of study.Scholarships:
A variety of scholarships are available for eligible applicants.My-Uni-Start:
A platform for students to respond to their offer and begin their ECU experience.Career support:
Ongoing career support and access to industry contacts for alumni.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ECU boasts a vibrant campus life and offers a range of student experiences. The university has been recognized for its overall student experience, ranking highly among Australian universities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality teaching:
ECU is known for its high-quality teaching, as evidenced by its ranking in The Good Universities Guide.Global reputation:
Despite its young age, ECU has established a strong global reputation, ranking among the world's best universities under 50 years old.State-of-the-art facilities:
ECU is investing in new facilities, including the upcoming ECU City campus, which will be a dynamic landmark in Perth's CBD.Strong research community:
ECU has a vibrant research community, actively supporting student and staff researchers.Academic Programs:
Other:
Indigenous recognition:
ECU is committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.Industry partnerships:
ECU collaborates with a wide range of industry partners, including businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.Philanthropic support:
The ECU Foundation attracts support from individuals, alumni, and businesses.Employment opportunities:
ECU offers a variety of employment opportunities for staff and graduates.Entry Requirements:
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below. All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered.It is desirable that all applicants have Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered, students without Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR may need to take a bridging unit in the first year of their studies. All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: AQF Diploma or equivalent; Undergraduate Certificate; Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); Special Tertiary Admissions Test; University Preparation Course; Indigenous University Orientation Course; or Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.
- Further information can be found on the Study course entry page. For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent; Special Tertiary Admissions Test; IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0); Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada; University Preparation Course; Indigenous University Orientation Course; Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
- Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
