• Develop the skills and theoretical knowledge to design and build electrical systems and devices
• Study unique topics in electrical energy systems, electrical power systems, and renewable energy systems
• Provides opportunities for interdisciplinary learning with other students from different engineering disciplines
• World-class facilities in the new technology precinct at Tonsley
• Nationally recognised integrated work placement gives you practical industry experience

This degree was created to address a worldwide shortage of professional electrical engineers. This demand for electrical engineers is increasing. Electrical engineering links directly with mechanical and electronics engineering in fields such as ship building, renewable energy systems, the mining industry and research in general.

Potential occupations include:

• distribution line designer
• electrical engineer
• graduate acoustic consultant
• graduate consultant
• power systems graduate electrical engineer.

Potential employers include:

• the mining industry
• construction companies
• government.

Professional recognition/accreditation

This degree is fully accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.