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Undergraduate handbook 2004
Engineering

Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering

Course abbreviation: BCSE

Computer systems engineering and the closely related branch of telecommunications engineering are projected to see strong and accelerating growth in employment demand, internationally for the foreseeable future. Almost all of the systems on which our civilisation depends are now underpinned by these branches of electrical engineering.

The Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering may normally be completed in four years of full time study. It complements the Bachelor of Telecommunications Engineering (BTE), and has a significant amount of common material in level 1 and 2 studies, allowing the interaction of students from both degree programs.
The BCSE course commences with the establishment of a sound foundation in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics and the physical sciences. Engineering units have approximately one-half laboratory based programs. Engineering management units strengthen the formal basis of project management. Elective units are provided to allow specialisation in some aspect of the field of study, with approved electives to permit broadening of intellectual and personal horizons. Approved electives comprise approximately 25 per cent of unit material in level 2 and 3 of the course, with 60 per cent elective material in level 4. The flexible elective structure permits students to choose the particular area of computer systems engineering they wish to initially specialise in upon graduation. Students are also encouraged, where appropriate, to use electives to take international studies, including human languages and studies through the evolving collaborations with other universities overseas.
The design and thesis projects at levels 3 and 4 build self-reliance and planning capabilities in both individual and team-based environments. Projects are often related closely to the department's exceptionally strong research and collaborative industry programs within its research centres.
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society. The course is also recognised internationally under the Washington Accord and other agreements.

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