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Diploma of Engineering (electronics)
Diploma of Engineering (electronics)
5062
8427
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
To provide formal education and training to Engineering Associate Level in the
Electronics Industry, to allow membership of the Australian Institute of
Engineering Associates and to develop in students the ability to:
-analyse the operation of electronic equipment and electronic systems and
systematically locate faults where understanding of equipment and systems, as
an entity, is required
-design, develop and implement electronic equipment items and systems, using
established techniques
-implement and manage maintenance projects in small/medium electronic
installations
-prepare and document information relating to electronic projects and studies
of systems, and present the information in written or oral form
-evaluate the performance of electronic equipment and electronic systems, and
make recommendations to maintain/improve performance
-extend personal knowledge and competence through reading and practical
studies, and adapt to new technologies
-supervise personnel and assist in their training; apply modern management
methods and provide technical advice to personnel; develop sensitivity to
people and understanding of their behaviour
-develop an awareness of the industrial environment, its communication
processes and its responsibilities
-develop broad application of components, materials, devices and systems in
electronic engineering.
Schedule
1. CORE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43306 | EA050 | Engineering Computing | 36 | Module |
2. ELECTIVES
1 Selection of modules in Group 1 will depend on the course entry point. Year 12 entry must complete all of Group 1. Trade entry or equivalent may select the modules from Group 1 or 2 as per General Note 1 and 3. 2 A minimum of 5.5 modules must be selected from Group 2 with 4 from one stream. GROUP 1
3. ELECTIVES
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86993 | NE076 | Ac Motor Control | 54 | Module |
| 86994 | NE077 | Dc Motor Control | 54 | Module |
| 43582 | EB909 | Dynamics Systems Engineering | 36 | Module |
| 43584 | EA911 | Industrial Computer Interfacing | 36 | Module |
| 87023 | Industrial Control | 54 | Module | |
| 43673 | EA116 | Instrumentation and Control | 36 | Module |
| 43662 | EA704 | Mechanical Systems | 54 | Module |
| 86794 | NE130 | Programmable Controllers - Basic | 18 | Module |
| 86982 | NE049 | Programmable Controllers 1 | 36 | Module |
| 43588 | EB915 | Transform Techniques | 36 | Module |
4. ELECTIVES
DIGITAL
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43689 | EA186 | Computer Electronic Drafting | 18 | Module |
| 43495 | EA120 | Computer Networks | 36 | Module |
| 43690 | EB180 | Digital Design 1 | 36 | Module |
| 43717 | EB182 | Digital Signal Processing 1 | 36 | Module |
| 43505 | EA121 | Microcomputer Systems | 72 | Module |
| 43640 | EB178 | Microprocessor Applications 2 | 36 | Module |
| 43641 | EB179 | Microprocessor Applications 3 | 36 | Module |
| 43510 | EA129 | Network Cables & Connectors | 18 | Module |
| 43514 | EA194 | Pc System Support | 72 | Module |
| 43324 | EB071 | Project Management | 36 | Module |
| 43329 | EB031 | Quality Management | 36 | Module |
| 43332 | EB020 | Report Writing & Presentation Skills | 36 | Module |
5. ELECTIVES
COMMUNICATION
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43721 | EB169 | Antenna Systems | 36 | Module |
| 43722 | EB174 | Communication Measurements and Techniques | 36 | Module |
| 43688 | EB175 | Communication Systems Integration | 36 | Module |
| 43725 | EB170 | Microwave Systems | 36 | Module |
| 43718 | EB166 | Rf Principles | 36 | Module |
| 43687 | EB164 | Transmission Lines 1 | 36 | Module |
| 43724 | EB168 | Transmitters and Receivers | 36 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5394 | 50950 | Advanced Diploma of Electrotechnology | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
engineering or associated trade course are required to complete 30 modules.
Students entering the Diploma directly from Year 12 are required to complete 39
modules which includes 9.5 modules of trade bridging studies.
Recognition of Prior Learning principles may be applied to provide credit for
knowledge and skills already possessed (see 4.1).
2 The NMEC Trade and Engineering Technician/Associate module banks are
not listed as part of this document. Reference should be made to the current
Module Reference Manuals or the complete module descriptors for further
information.
Both student and total hours are notional and are guidelines for provider
management purposes only.
Instructors and students should be encouraged to take advantage of the
acceleration facility afforded by competency-based training.
3 The course requires the selection of 39 full modules using the
following criteria for Year 12 entry:
- Can exit with Certificate IV (Course 5408) if guidelines are adhered to
- Up to a maximum of 15.5 NMEC modules, a minimum of 9 EA or dual status
and a minimum of 9 EB modules
For trade entry or equivalent
-0 to 6 full modules from the National Metal and Engineering Curriculum (NMEC)
trade bank that are listed on this document.
- 0 to 21 full EA modules from the Engineering
Technician/Associate bank, the dual status NMEC modules from the graphics,
electrical or electronic module bank.
- A minimum of 9 full modules from the EB bank
4 Select between 0 and 39 full modules from:
- the NMEC trade bank (listed)
- the Engineering Technician/Associate bank (graphics,
electrical or electronic)
- the dual status NMEC modules (listed)
4.1 NMEC Trade Bank
A maximum of 6 full modules may be chosen from this module bank (see General
Note 1). Modules already completed as part of another course such as a
Certificate of Trade Studies course may not be selected. Refer to the current
NMEC Module Reference Manual for a complete listing of modules and information
on nominal duration and pre-requisites.
4.2 Engineering Technician/ Associate Bank
A maximum of 39 full modules may be selected from this module bank (see General
Note 1). Modules selected must be designated as EA. Refer to the current
Engineering Technician/Associate Module Reference Manual for a complete listing
of modules and information on nominal duration and pre-requisites.
Students requiring Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (Aust),
will need to complete two of the three following modules in their elective
grouping:
EB20, EB071 and EB31
4.3 Dual Status NMEC Modules
NMEC
Electrical/Electronic
86958 NE16 DIGITAL SUBSYSTEMS 1
86959 NE17 DIGITAL SUBSYSTEMS 2
86974 NE33 CIRCUIT DEVELOPMENT 2
86983 NE50 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 2
86984 NE51 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 3
86989 NE72 OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER APPLICATIONS
86990 NE73 MICROPROCESSOR PROGRAMMING 1
86991 NE74 MICROPROCESSOR PROGRAMMING 2
86992 NE75 THYRISTOR APPLICATIONS
86993 NE76 AC MOTOR CONTROL
86994 NE77 DC MOTOR CONTROL
87309 NE103 MICROPROCESSOR APPLICATIONS 1
87210 NE105 ADVANCED TEST EQUIPMENT
87253 NE107 ILLUMINATION 2
87009 NE122 INDUSTRIAL TRANSDUCERS
87023 NE123 INDUSTRIAL CONTROL
87024 NE124 LINEAR IC APPLICATIONS
87255 NE137 LARGER SCALE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING 1
87256 NE138 LARGER SCALE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING 2
86856 NE212 DISTRIBUTIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS (DCS)
In provider planning context:
- a full module represents 36 hours
- a half module represents 18 hours
- a one and a half module represents 54 hours
- a dual module represents 72 hours
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