2001 Swinburne Undergraduate and TAFE Course Guide

Biotechnology/Biotechnology
NEW
Engineering/Arts
Engineering/Business
Engineering and Technology – Double Degrees
Course title
Bachelor of Engineering (Biotechnology)/Bachelor
of Science (Biotechnology)
Duration
Five years full-time.
An optional and additional year of Industry Based
Learning (IBL) is also available.
Location
Hawthorn.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian
Year 12 or its equivalent.
2001 VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – English, a
study score of at least 25 in either Chemistry or
Biology, and one of Mathematical Methods or
Specialist Mathematics.
Application procedure
VTAC code: to be advised.
2000 ENTER: New course for 2001
Course overview
This double degree will develop an in-depth
understanding of the fundamentals of chemical
engineering and the sciences that underpin
biotechnology together with a mastery of the
technical skills required for chemical and
bioprocess engineering, and an appreciation of the
responsibilities of engineers in cleaner production
and environmental sustainability.
Major studies
Human Biology, Chemistry, Energy and Motion,
Engineering Maths, Concepts of Biotechnology,
Electronic Systems, Microbiology, Investigative
Chemistry, Engineering Materials, Practical
Biochemistry, Basic Process Analysis and
Calculations, Bioprocess Engineering Principles,
Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer, Reaction Engineering,
Process and Equipment Design, Separation
Principles, Bioseparation Processes, Process
Simulation and Control, Industrial Biotechnology,
Process Plant Design and Economics,
Environmental Engineering, Engineering
Management.
Career opportunities
Careers in chemical engineering especially as new
developments in biotechnology influence the future
of chemical engineering.
Professional recognition
It is expected that this new course will meet the
accreditation requirements of The Institution of
Engineers, Australia and the Royal Australian
Chemical Institute.
Information sessions
Sunday 27 August between 11.00am and 3.00pm
and Wednesday 13 December between 4.00pm
and 8.00pm. Attendance at one of these sessions
is recommended.
Further information
School of Engineering and Science
Tel: (03) 9214 8372
Email: engsci@swin.edu.au
Course title
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)/Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Computer
Systems)/Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)/Bachelor of
Arts
Duration
Five years full-time.
An optional and additional one year of Industry
Based Learning (IBL).
Location
Hawthorn.
Application procedure
VTAC code: to be advised.
2000 ENTER: 85.25
Entry requirements
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian
Year 12 or its equivalent.
2001 VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – English,
Mathematical Methods and one of Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Information
Technology (Information Systems) or Specialist
Mathematics.
Course overview
This double degree involves the study of
engineering and arts subjects. Students major in:
Civil, Electronics and Computer Systems, or
Mechanical Engineering. Typically Arts studies
commence in the third year of the program.
Major studies
For details of major studies available, refer to
separate entries under Bachelor of Engineering and
Bachelor of Arts.
Career opportunities
Refer to entries under Bachelor of Engineering and
Bachelor of Arts.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of The
Institution of Engineers, Australia.
Information sessions
Sunday 27 August between 11.00am and 3.00pm
and Wednesday 13 December between 4.00pm
and 8.00pm. Attendance at one of these sessions
is recommended.
Further information
School of Biophysical Sciences and Electrical
Engineering (Electonics and Computer Systems)
Tel: (03) 9214 8859
Email: lyoung@swin.edu.au
School of Engineering and Science
(Civil and Mechanical)
Tel: (03) 9214 8372
Email: engsci@swin.edu.au
Course title
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)/Bachelor of
Business
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Computer
Systems)/Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)/Bachelor of
Business
Duration
Five years full-time.
An optional and additional one year of Industry
Based Learning (IBL).
Location
Hawthorn.
Application procedure
VTAC codes: to be advised.
2000 ENTER: 85.25
Entry requirements
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian
Year 12 or its equivalent.
2001 VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – English,
Mathematical Methods and one of Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Information
Technology (Information Systems) or Specialist
Mathematics.
Course overview
This double degree involves the study of
engineering and business subjects. Students major
in: Civil, Electonic and Computer Systems, or
Mechanical Engineering. Typically business studies
commence in the third year of the program,
allowing studies in Accounting, Law, Economics,
Finance, Management and Marketing.
Major studies
For details of major studies available, refer to
separate entries under Bachelor of Engineering and
Bachelor of Business.
Career opportunities
Refer to entries under Bachelor of Engineering and
Bachelor of Business.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of: The
Institution of Engineers Australia, Australian
Computer Society, Australian Society of Certified
Practising Accountants in Australia and Institute of
Chartered Accountants in Australia.
Information sessions
Sunday 27 August between 11.00am and 3.00pm
and Wednesday 13 December between 4.00pm
and 8.00pm. Attendance at one of these sessions
is recommended.
Further information
School of Biophysical Sciences and Electrical
Engineering (Electonics and Computer
Systems)
Tel: (03) 9214 8859
Email: lyoung@swin.edu.au
School of Engineering and Science (Civil and
Mechanical)
Tel: (03) 9214 8372
Email: engsci@swin.edu.au
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