Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

Purpose and Rationale

• A qualifying learner will conduct independent research, under minimum guidance, in a chosen field of Electrical Engineering, and contribute to knowledge production in that field.
• The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation, which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

• Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering, Level 8.

Or

• Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Level 8.

Or

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Level 8.

Or

• Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering, Level 7.

Research.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of investigation.
2. Apply research methods and techniques appropriately and correctly.

The following Associated Assessment Criteria are assessed in an integrated manner across all the Exit Level Outcomes

1. The listed and cited literature of the literature survey, and the exposition of the research, reflect familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.

• Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained, and justified correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.
• The use of literature surveys, experimentation, correlation, and/or causal analysis is justified fully and correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.

1. The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal. The stated hypothesis directs the investigation. Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.

• Information sources are used correctly and appropriately and include a range of media.
• Information technology skills are applied effectively in information searches, data-analyses, data presentation, and the production of the dissertation.
• The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to quantitative and qualitative date.
• The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and statistical analyses are valid.
• Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, outcome and recommendations.

Integrated Assessment

• Approval of research proposal, continuous guidance and final evaluation by research panel.