Recommended Study Sequence

This unit is the first of two mathematics units to be completed by students enrolled in an engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Differential and integral calculus of a single variable, complex numbers, aspects of matrix algebra, bectors and some elementary statistics and probability theory.

This unit serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of physics and materials with appropriate applications in a wide range of engineering and industrial design systems.

Students are introduced to the techniques of data manipulation and presentation using the common functions of a spreadsheet facility. The unit also aims to instil sound principles of program design that can be utilised in many units throughout the student's course. The basic elements and structures of a high level language are taught. Students are exposed to many engineering problems and are encouraged to implement solutions using an algorithmic approach.

This unit aims to engender in participants an understanding of the many facets of professional practice that can be pursued as an Engineer or Designer. Communication, teamwork and problem solving skills will be fostered through a series of lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes. Case studies and assessment tasks aim to develop for the students their own personal ethos for practice, study and lifelong learning in line with the graduate outcomes desired by UWS.

This is a level 100 unit to be undertaken by students enrolled in an Engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Ordinary Differential Equations and Multivariable Calculus.

This unit deals with the action and interaction of forces, moments and couples in two and three dimensions, on machine elements and simple structures. It examines the equilibrium of single bodies, of multi-body structures and of mechanisms. It then covers the dynamics of a particle. A systematic approach to solving practical engineering design problems is provided. The unit makes extensive use of vector algebra.

The objective of this unit is to provide an introduction to fundamental electromagnetism and electric circuit principles. Discussion is restricted to DC, although first-order systems are presented and second order systems introduced in preparation for on-going development. Basic definitions of charge, current, potential difference/relative potential, power, and the electric circuit as a complete path are presented, together with the basic laws - Ohm's Law and Kirchoff's nodal and loop laws. Examples from different engineering disciplines are related to circuit’s laws. Basic nodal and mesh analysis are presented together with Thevenin and Norton circuit equivalents, real versus ideal current and voltage sources and the maximum power transfer principle. The operational amplifier as a circuit element is introduced. Energy storage elements (capacitors and inductors) are discussed leading into first-order systems and their natural responses and time-constants. Several basic electromagnetic concepts related to electric and magnetic flux and induced voltage are also discussed.

This unit equips students with the fundamental skills that will enable them to use creative design and engineering approaches to solve challenging problems and to understand the design process. Students will be exposed to 2D and 3D visualisation techniques, will learn how to interpret abstract information and will work on practical projects in an interdisciplinary context.

This unit studies soil, and the water in it, as an engineering material. The behaviour of soil under stress is examined, the performance of clay used in a barrier system is discussed and the process of settlement with time under load is analysed.

This unit looks at how and why structural components including bars and beams deform and break. It concentrates on how these are affected by the geometry of the body and loading. Types of loadings considered include normal loads, torsional loads and bending loads. The main objective of the unit is to introduce students to the aspects of stress, strain and internal force development in the components and the methods to determine the deformation and deflections of the components. Energy methods and impact loadings are also considered.

The unit provides a working knowledge of the basic principles of fluid flow. It covers the general principles of engineering hydraulics. The theories learned in classes are reinforced in laboratory sessions.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This is an introductory unit in Geology and Concrete Materials and will cover plate tectonics, common minerals and rocks, weathering of rocks, geomorphology and site stability as applied to engineering. This unit also addresses aggregates of concretes, concrete mix design, durability and construction issues of concrete structures.

This unit covers the basic concepts in analysing and designing simple structural members. It covers the fundamentals of structural analysis, concrete structures and steel structures.

This is an entry-level management unit that focuses on the development of an understanding of managing in an organisational context. The objectives of the unit are: to acquire knowledge of management processes, to analyse classical and contemporary management theories and to describe the dynamic nature of managerial practice in changing social and economic environments. This unit will explain how management theory is evolving and owes much to modern and post-modern thinking as well as economic planning principles and the behavioural, social and political sciences. This unit is a foundation unit for students of management and allied degrees and can be taken as an elective by students from other courses wishing to learn more about management policies and practice.

This unit provides: basic surveying principles; surveying practice for levelling, traversing and feature surveys, and the principles for setting out horizontal and vertical curves and buildings; an introduction to maps and map projections; and an introduction to modern surveying hardware and software.

This unit outlines the essential issues of the environment that a civil engineer will address as a personal and professional contributor to the development of Australia. It has a bias towards water-related environmental issues.

This unit introduces students to aspects of structural analysis of trusses, beams and frames. It covers the first-order elastic analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate structures. It aims to teach students to master basic skills in structural analysis as well as skills in using computer software to analyse complex structures.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit will introduce the basic concepts of drainage analysis. Basic concepts of hydrology will be introduced. This will be integrated with the hydraulic principles learned in Water Engineering to perform hydrologic analysis of catchments.

This unit is offered in alternate years. This is an intense unit which will provide students with introductory material to assist them with civil engineering construction and urban development/town planning projects. It covers construction equipment, some construction methods, subdivision design and traffic engineering.

Timber is introduced as a construction material. Engineering properties and methods of assessment are examined with an eye toward practical usage of timber. Design methods based on sound structural mechanics are covered including the design of members and connections.

This unit introduces the aspects of water engineering that relate to water as a resource. It builds on the work in 85009 Water Engineering and 85017 Foundations and Drainage.

This unit covers the basic behaviour of steel members and structures, the appropriate methods to analyse them and the design criteria and methods used to proportion them.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

This unit provides the foundations of knowledge and understanding for the design of concrete structures. The lectures are focused on structural behaviour, whilst the tutorials address design aspects of relevance to concrete structures. A major component of the unit involves design projects, in which the students are set the task of designing simple but realistic structures using the information gained in lectures and tutorials.

This unit will present the application of principles of soil mechanics to the solution of foundation and geotechnical problems including the evaluation of allowable bearing capacity of shallow and pile foundations, the stability of earth retaining structures and stability of slopes.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit will present the application of principles of soil mechanics to the solution of foundation and geotechnical problems including the evaluation of allowable bearing capacity of shallow and pile foundations, the stability of earth retaining structures and stability of slopes.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.

This unit studies soil, and the water in it, as an engineering material. The behaviour of soil under stress is examined, the performance of clay used in a barrier system is discussed and the process of settlement with time under load is analysed.

This unit looks at how and why structural components including bars and beams deform and break. It concentrates on how these are affected by the geometry of the body and loading. Types of loadings considered include normal loads, torsional loads and bending loads. The main objective of the unit is to introduce students to the aspects of stress, strain and internal force development in the components and the methods to determine the deformation and deflections of the components. Energy methods and impact loadings are also considered.

The unit provides a working knowledge of the basic principles of fluid flow. It covers the general principles of engineering hydraulics. The theories learned in classes are reinforced in laboratory sessions.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This is an introductory unit in Geology and Concrete Materials and will cover plate tectonics, common minerals and rocks, weathering of rocks, geomorphology and site stability as applied to engineering. This unit also addresses aggregates of concretes, concrete mix design, durability and construction issues of concrete structures.

This unit covers the basic concepts in analysing and designing simple structural members. It covers the fundamentals of structural analysis, concrete structures and steel structures.

This unit has been designed for students who are interested in environmental science. Some topics to be covered in this unit include water hardness, purification of water and degradation of common plastics which are of significant interest to environmental scientists. Specific topics on Environmental Chemistry including the environmental chemistry of oxygen, sulphur, water, carbon, nitrogen are dealt with throughout the semester.

This unit provides: basic surveying principles; surveying practice for levelling, traversing and feature surveys, and the principles for setting out horizontal and vertical curves and buildings; an introduction to maps and map projections; and an introduction to modern surveying hardware and software.

This unit outlines the essential issues of the environment that a civil engineer will address as a personal and professional contributor to the development of Australia. It has a bias towards water-related environmental issues.

From 2009 this unit is being replaced by 300633 - Management of Aquatic Environments. This unit uses the setting of surface freshwater aquatic environments to develop an understanding of a range of professional skills and values necessary for the theory and practice of environmental management. Working in small groups students investigate the philosophy and practice of science through the design and implementation of field studies that investigate the nature of pollution, evaluate the current condition of aquatic systems and recommend strategies that will improve ecosystem integrity and mitigate the risk of adverse human health outcomes.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit will introduce the basic concepts of drainage analysis. Basic concepts of hydrology will be introduced. This will be integrated with the hydraulic principles learned in Water Engineering to perform hydrologic analysis of catchments.

This unit is offered in alternate years. This is an intense unit which will provide students with introductory material to assist them with civil engineering construction and urban development/town planning projects. It covers construction equipment, some construction methods, subdivision design and traffic engineering.

Water is arguably the most important natural resource in the world, since without it life cannot exist and industry cannot operate. Unfortunately, the liquid and solid wastes from anthropogenic activities continually jeopardise water quality and the environment. This unit will develop and integrate physical, chemical and biological process understanding of water pollution and waste management. The biotechnology of nutrient transformation in waste treatment, waste minimisation and value-added opportunities will be emphasised.

This unit introduces the aspects of water engineering that relate to water as a resource. It builds on the work in 85009 Water Engineering and 85017 Foundations and Drainage.

This is an entry-level management unit that focuses on the development of an understanding of managing in an organisational context. The objectives of the unit are: to acquire knowledge of management processes, to analyse classical and contemporary management theories and to describe the dynamic nature of managerial practice in changing social and economic environments. This unit will explain how management theory is evolving and owes much to modern and post-modern thinking as well as economic planning principles and the behavioural, social and political sciences. This unit is a foundation unit for students of management and allied degrees and can be taken as an elective by students from other courses wishing to learn more about management policies and practice.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

From 2009 this unit is being replaced by 300631 - Terrestrial Environment Management. This unit includes lectures, seminars, group discussions and field activities pertinent to catchment management, landuse and environmental impacts. Content covers mapping spatial data management, impact assessment, State of the Environment reporting, rapid appraisal techniques, Ecologically Sustainable Development, using science as a tool, teamwork, analysis and critical reflection. It also involves the integration of the biophysical environment with the investigation of the impacts of man and implications of the socio-political interface.

From 2009 this unit replaced by 300628 - Air Quality Management. This unit is designed for students who wish to gain knowledge of air pollution, it's causes and control methods. Topics include: clean air legislation; air pollution; meteorology; ambient air quality; emission testing; odour and hydrocarbon control; control technology; emissions inventory. At the completion of this unit the student will have a good understanding in the following: pollution types and sources; effects of air pollution; influence of meteorology; indoor air quality; dispersion modelling; monitoring and control of pollution from stationary and mobile sources; legislation and standards, and global air pollution issues.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

From 2009 this unit replaced by 300628 - Air Quality Management. This unit is designed for students who wish to gain knowledge of air pollution, it's causes and control methods. Topics include: clean air legislation; air pollution; meteorology; ambient air quality; emission testing; odour and hydrocarbon control; control technology; emissions inventory. At the completion of this unit the student will have a good understanding in the following: pollution types and sources; effects of air pollution; influence of meteorology; indoor air quality; dispersion modelling; monitoring and control of pollution from stationary and mobile sources; legislation and standards, and global air pollution issues.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.

The unit covers the topics of Advanced Calculus including Vector Calculus, Complex Analysis, Fourier Series, Heat Wave Equations, Fourier Integrals and Transforms; Discrete Mathematics including logic, set theory, graphs and trees and Random Processes including mean correlation and covariance functions, ergodicity, ensemble averages, Gaussian processes and Rayleigh and Rice distribution.

This unit provides students with a solid background in digital logic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital logic with number systems, basic logic devices and Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits is covered in detail. Design with programmable logic devices is introduced.

This unit aims to equip students with the tools needed for the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits. The unit also introduces various techniques of circuit analysis, convolution, mutual coupling, frequency response and two ports loop.

This unit discusses analysis and practical implementation and testing of analogue electronic circuits. Topics include semiconductor fundamentals, properties and application of diodes and transistors, analysis and design of amplifiers. On completion of this unit, students will develop skills in analysis and design of electronic circuits.

This unit introduces students to the internal structure of microprocessors and its fundamental operations. Topics include assembly language programming, interrupt processing, CPU functions, memory organisation and peripheral programming. Intel 8088 microprocessor will be discussed in great detail. Embedded processor will also be covered.

This unit aims to develop students' understanding of continuous-time and discrete-time concepts and methods. It covers various signals and their analysis, as encountered in the fields of electrical, computer and telecommunication engineering.

This unit introduces Maxwell's equations in integral and differential form and their application to basic theory and application of electromagnetic structures, wave propagation, guides waves, antennas and electromagnetic compatibility.

This unit introduces basic concepts of power and machines, including an introduction to modern power systems and transformers, and fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. It also covers magnetic circuits, modern permanent magnet materials and their characteristics, and balanced and unbalanced three-phase power systems.

This unit will provide a basic introduction to communication systems and techniques. Specific topics covered include energy and power spectral density, amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, pulse modulation, an overview of digital modulation techniques, noise in communication systems and an overview of current telecommunication systems; spread spectrum systems, optical communication systems, radio broadcasting and mobile communication systems.

This unit examines sampling of analog signals, properties of digital systems, frequency analysis of digital signals and filter design. Students develop skills in designing and analysing digital signal processing systems.

This unit introduces the fundamental principles of electrical machines: DC generators and motors, induction motors and synchronous machines. The unit also introduces various special purpose electrical machines, such as permanent magnet machines, step motors and reluctance machines.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of automatic control engineering. It covers traditional and contemporary design and analysis techniques; the concepts required to design continuous time and discrete time controllers. Matlab is utlilized considerably.

The unit introduces the global energy picture of electric energy systems. This includes the basic processes of efficient energy conversion by electronic and electrical means; the use of semiconductor power switching devices, energy generation and transmission methods in electric power systems, and alternative energy resources.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

The subject covers various types of Electrical drive systems, their applications and control. It also covers application considerations and modern developments in high performance drive systems.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit covers all topics associated with the measurement of physical quantities and the instrumentation required to accurately present this information to a controller. Transducers used to measure common physical quantities are presented in detail, while instrumentation includes a detailed analysis of zero-span circuits, Wheatstone bridges, Instrumentation amplifiers, isolation amplifiers, voltage-to-current and voltage-to-frequency modules used for faithful signal transmission, digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital circuits, analog multiplexers and sample/hold amplifiers. The application of these modules in modern measurement equipment- multimeters, digital CRO's, and PLC/PC interfacing modules is discussed.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

The unit covers the topics of Advanced Calculus including Vector Calculus, Complex Analysis, Fourier Series, Heat Wave Equations, Fourier Integrals and Transforms; Discrete Mathematics including logic, set theory, graphs and trees and Random Processes including mean correlation and covariance functions, ergodicity, ensemble averages, Gaussian processes and Rayleigh and Rice distribution.

This unit provides students with a solid background in digital logic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital logic with number systems, basic logic devices and Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits is covered in detail. Design with programmable logic devices is introduced.

This unit aims to equip students with the tools needed for the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits. The unit also introduces various techniques of circuit analysis, convolution, mutual coupling, frequency response and two ports loop.

This unit discusses analysis and practical implementation and testing of analogue electronic circuits. Topics include semiconductor fundamentals, properties and application of diodes and transistors, analysis and design of amplifiers. On completion of this unit, students will develop skills in analysis and design of electronic circuits.

This unit introduces students to the internal structure of microprocessors and its fundamental operations. Topics include assembly language programming, interrupt processing, CPU functions, memory organisation and peripheral programming. Intel 8088 microprocessor will be discussed in great detail. Embedded processor will also be covered.

This unit aims to develop students' understanding of continuous-time and discrete-time concepts and methods. It covers various signals and their analysis, as encountered in the fields of electrical, computer and telecommunication engineering.

This unit is designed for computer science students, particularly those interested in systems programming and hardware development. Students learn about the interface between the hardware and software of a computer system. This involves study of some aspects of computer architecture and low-level interfacing to gain an insight into CPU organisation at the assembly language level. After completing this unit students will be able to write procedures in an assembly language, and use their understanding of the relationship between the instruction set architecture and the implementation of high level languages to write efficient programs.

This unit introduces basic concepts of power and machines, including an introduction to modern power systems and transformers, and fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. It also covers magnetic circuits, modern permanent magnet materials and their characteristics, and balanced and unbalanced three-phase power systems.

This unit provides an introduction to the knowledge and skills required for the design, writing and support of technical software and other such functions normally falling within the role of the systems programmer. It provides for detailed study of a systems programming environment and its application to systems programming tasks.

This unit examines sampling of analog signals, properties of digital systems, frequency analysis of digital signals and filter design. Students develop skills in designing and analysing digital signal processing systems.

This unit covers all topics associated with the measurement of physical quantities and the instrumentation required to accurately present this information to a controller. Transducers used to measure common physical quantities are presented in detail, while instrumentation includes a detailed analysis of zero-span circuits, Wheatstone bridges, Instrumentation amplifiers, isolation amplifiers, voltage-to-current and voltage-to-frequency modules used for faithful signal transmission, digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital circuits, analog multiplexers and sample/hold amplifiers. The application of these modules in modern measurement equipment- multimeters, digital CRO's, and PLC/PC interfacing modules is discussed.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of automatic control engineering. It covers traditional and contemporary design and analysis techniques; the concepts required to design continuous time and discrete time controllers. Matlab is utlilized considerably.

This unit provides an introduction to the theory and practice of the internal structure, implementation and functionality of operating systems. The unit is relevant not only for systems programmers, but also for applications developers who need to understand how operating systems control computer hardware, and how they provide convenience, efficiency and security for application development and implementation.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

This unit covers all major network technologies and essential networking topics such as: asynchronous transfer mode (ATM); Internet; telephony; protocol layering; multiple access; switching; scheduling, routing; congestion control; error and flow control; and network security. An engineering approach is taken to provide insight into network design.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit is designed for computer science students, particularly those interested in systems programming, hardware/software interfaces, and computer system performance evaluation. The topics cover memory system organisation and architecture, CPU functional organisation, pipelined and superscalar microarchitectures, multiprocessor systems, and I/O systems. After completing this unit students will understand the major issues in the state-of-the-art computer architecture, especially modern microprocessors, and will be able to use this knowledge as a basis for product choice and systems configuration.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

The unit covers the topics of Advanced Calculus including Vector Calculus, Complex Analysis, Fourier Series, Heat Wave Equations, Fourier Integrals and Transforms; Discrete Mathematics including logic, set theory, graphs and trees and Random Processes including mean correlation and covariance functions, ergodicity, ensemble averages, Gaussian processes and Rayleigh and Rice distribution.

This unit provides students with a solid background in digital logic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital logic with number systems, basic logic devices and Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits is covered in detail. Design with programmable logic devices is introduced.

This unit aims to equip students with the tools needed for the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits. The unit also introduces various techniques of circuit analysis, convolution, mutual coupling, frequency response and two ports loop.

This unit discusses analysis and practical implementation and testing of analogue electronic circuits. Topics include semiconductor fundamentals, properties and application of diodes and transistors, analysis and design of amplifiers. On completion of this unit, students will develop skills in analysis and design of electronic circuits.

This unit introduces students to the internal structure of microprocessors and its fundamental operations. Topics include assembly language programming, interrupt processing, CPU functions, memory organisation and peripheral programming. Intel 8088 microprocessor will be discussed in great detail. Embedded processor will also be covered.

This unit aims to develop students' understanding of continuous-time and discrete-time concepts and methods. It covers various signals and their analysis, as encountered in the fields of electrical, computer and telecommunication engineering.

This unit introduces Maxwell's equations in integral and differential form and their application to basic theory and application of electromagnetic structures, wave propagation, guides waves, antennas and electromagnetic compatibility.

This unit introduces basic concepts of power and machines, including an introduction to modern power systems and transformers, and fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. It also covers magnetic circuits, modern permanent magnet materials and their characteristics, and balanced and unbalanced three-phase power systems.

This unit will provide a basic introduction to communication systems and techniques. Specific topics covered include energy and power spectral density, amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, pulse modulation, an overview of digital modulation techniques, noise in communication systems and an overview of current telecommunication systems; spread spectrum systems, optical communication systems, radio broadcasting and mobile communication systems.

This unit examines sampling of analog signals, properties of digital systems, frequency analysis of digital signals and filter design. Students develop skills in designing and analysing digital signal processing systems.

This unit provides an introduction to the knowledge and skills required for the design, writing and support of technical software and other such functions normally falling within the role of the systems programmer. It provides for detailed study of a systems programming environment and its application to systems programming tasks.

This unit discusses the graphic functions of visual C++ and techniques for object drawing. On completion of this unit, students will be able to apply the knowledge to the design of graphic drawing software.

The unit covers the analysis, design and operation of modern wireless communication systems. The primary focus is on the physical layer and hardware, emphasizing the fundamentals of coding and modulation, spread spectrum and multiple access techniques. Current wireless architectures and mobile communication systems are also covered.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

This unit covers all major network technologies and essential networking topics such as: asynchronous transfer mode (ATM); Internet; telephony; protocol layering; multiple access; switching; scheduling, routing; congestion control; error and flow control; and network security. An engineering approach is taken to provide insight into network design.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

The unit presents the theory and many of the devices used in radio frequency (RF) communication electronics. S-parameters are presented and advanced to cover areas such as- multiport networks and lossless networks. S-parameter measurement techniques are presented and tested in the lab. The analysis/design of common RF components including power splitters, directional couplers, circulators and phase shifters are developed. Microstrip transmission lines are presented as a practical means of interconnecting devices at RF frequencies. RF transistor amplifier and oscillator design is presented in detail. RF mixers, RF filters and RF receiver architectures are also discussed in detail.

This unit is offered in alternate years. This unit will develop an understanding of the theory and practice of radio and satellite communication techniques and measurements and provide an introduction to space communication systems. It will complement the general communication engineering units, addressing advanced topics important and specific to radio and satellite communications.

This unit looks at how one or more particles move in one, two or three dimensions, and how forces cause these movements. It also looks at how a single rigid body moves in two and in three dimensions, and how forces and couples cause its movement. In addition, the movement of multi-body mechanisms, and gear trains and the geometry of gear teeth and cams are studied.

This unit looks at how and why structural components including bars and beams deform and break. It concentrates on how these are affected by the geometry of the body and loading. Types of loadings considered include normal loads, torsional loads and bending loads. The main objective of the unit is to introduce students to the aspects of stress, strain and internal force development in the components and the methods to determine the deformation and deflections of the components. Energy methods and impact loadings are also considered.

This unit aims to equip students with the tools needed for the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits. The unit also introduces various techniques of circuit analysis, convolution, mutual coupling, frequency response and two ports loop.

This unit discusses analysis and practical implementation and testing of analogue electronic circuits. Topics include semiconductor fundamentals, properties and application of diodes and transistors, analysis and design of amplifiers. On completion of this unit, students will develop skills in analysis and design of electronic circuits.

This unit introduces students to the study of specialized, dedicated and embedded control oriented devices through the in depth study of one of the members of the 8051 family of microcontrollers and the Omron programmable logic controller (PLC) and associated pneumatic cylinders as actuators. The unit introduces the hardware and software details needed to apply microcontrollers and PLCs to general situations in computer, electrical and mechanical engineering. Students write assembler code and compose ladder diagrams to achieve control along with the physical interfacing needed to external devices. This unit integrates knowledge, acquired in other units, of physical devices and processes through microcontroller and PLC applications thus enhancing employability.

The aim of this unit is to give a good insight into the common manufacturing processes and automation systems that are available in industry. Also, it is intended that each student acquire confidence in understanding how products are manufactured in practice and how to estimate costs in manufacturing while at the same time, students should gain some practical, hands-on knowledge in modern manufacturing processes such as CNC machining and CAD/CAM systems. Understanding of machining, mental forming processes, extrusion and forging as well as of automation systems and flexible manufacturing is included as objectives of this unit.

This unit provides the essential background to understand the behaviour of engineering systems subject to vibration and analyse hydraulic systems for generation and/or application of fluid power.

This unit introduces basic concepts of power and machines, including an introduction to modern power systems and transformers, and fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. It also covers magnetic circuits, modern permanent magnet materials and their characteristics, and balanced and unbalanced three-phase power systems.

This unit provides students with a solid background in digital logic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital logic with number systems, basic logic devices and Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits is covered in detail. Design with programmable logic devices is introduced.

This unit introduces the fundamental principles of electrical machines: DC generators and motors, induction motors and synchronous machines. The unit also introduces various special purpose electrical machines, such as permanent magnet machines, step motors and reluctance machines.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of automatic control engineering. It covers traditional and contemporary design and analysis techniques; the concepts required to design continuous time and discrete time controllers. Matlab is utlilized considerably.

This unit aims to develop students' understanding of the basic concepts involved in robotics. Topics include the kinematics, dynamics, control and sensing aspects of robotics; and the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and their applications in robotics. There is considerable use of MATLAB in the unit.

This unit introduces the basic concepts involved in mobile robotics. The areas of localisation, map building and path planning of mobile robots are introduced. Various sensors and their applications in mobile robotics are also introduced.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This unit is intended to introduce students to servo-systems in general including pneumatic and hydraulic servo control systems as applicable to manufacturing and process machinery. All aspects of such systems and their integration in automated applications in industry will be discussed including the fluid circuit design, equipment selection and becoming familiar with industry standards. Project based design to be tested in the laboratory under the supervision of technical officers, will form part of the unit to provide practical experience with servo-systems.`

The aim of the unit is to integrate the basic skills of mechanics, mechanical systems and automation in the practice of engineering design as applied to mechatronic devices and systems. The ability to perform detailed design analysis of such machine elements as bearings, brakes, clutches, belt drives and shaft and motor systems is the intended outcome of undertaking this unit and project based tasks will form part of the learning process and team work experience.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This unit is intended to introduce students to servo-systems in general including pneumatic and hydraulic servo control systems as applicable to manufacturing and process machinery. All aspects of such systems and their integration in automated applications in industry will be discussed including the fluid circuit design, equipment selection and becoming familiar with industry standards. Project based design to be tested in the laboratory under the supervision of technical officers, will form part of the unit to provide practical experience with servo-systems.`

The aim of the unit is to integrate the basic skills of mechanics, mechanical systems and automation in the practice of engineering design as applied to mechatronic devices and systems. The ability to perform detailed design analysis of such machine elements as bearings, brakes, clutches, belt drives and shaft and motor systems is the intended outcome of undertaking this unit and project based tasks will form part of the learning process and team work experience.