Online Master’s Degree Programme
Master of Micro- and Nanoelectronic Engineering Presented by the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE), University of Johannesburg, South Africa
INTRODUCTION TO THE MASTER’S PROGRAMME
Microelectronics is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. However, in South Africa, on a yearly basis, only a handful of students graduate with a postgraduate specialisation in this field, which has resulted in a scarcity of qualified electronic engineers with advanced knowledge of microelectronics. The Master of Micro- and Nanoelectronic Engineering course targets graduates interested in acquiring advanced knowledge in microelectronics design and fabrication and various cross- or multidisciplinary skills, while allowing them to complete the degree without being physically present at the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
This degree is offered via an online model, though UJ Blackboard Platform. , In addition to teaching students to respond to complex problems and provide solutions to challenges experienced in the field of integrated circuit (IC) and systems on package design, the programme will promote and develop their capability to perform independent research, investigate IC nanophenomena from scientific principles and implement outcomes to improve microelectronic designs. The proposed curriculum is designed to provide advanced knowledge in areas such as analogue, digital and mixed-signal electronic design, radio frequency, millimetre- wave and communications engineering, physics of semiconductor materials, design for testability, and microelectronic processes. The curriculum is designed to assist students in acquiring advanced computer skills, including the extensive use of online resources and electronic design automation (EDA) tools.
The degree also includes a mini-dissertation, thus promoting research and independent learning from the candidates.
WHO SHOULD ENROL?
The Master of Micro- and Nanoelectronic Engineering degree is designed to target essentially graduates from diverse ranges of disciplines, which include electronic, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, physics and material science. These candidates will be interested in acquiring advanced knowledge of microelectronics design and fabrication and various cross- or multidisciplinary skills, all aimed at sustainable electronics.
STRUCTURE OF DEGREE MODULES
This degree entails step-by-step structured learning where lectures for all modules (excluding the mini-dissertation) are pre-recorded and available online. Assessment is by means of online tests and take-home examinations. The mini-dissertation component is handled as a regular research project.
DEGREE CONTENT AND STRUCTURE The duration of the degree is one year full-time and two years part-time, with 180 credits in total. The following table describes the degree content and structure, assuming full-time enrolment:
NQF level Total Credits per Compulsory Year, Module name of the credits per module /elective semester module year Analogue and RF 9 30 Compulsory 1, 180 Microelectronic s Semester 1 Digital and Memory 8 30 Compulsory 1, 180 Design Semester 1 Nano -electronic 8 7.5 Elective 1, 180 Specialisation Semester 2 Cross -disciplinary 8 7.5 Elective 1, 180 Specialisation Semester 2 Research -related 8 15 Elective 1, 180 Specialisation* Semester 2
Engineering 8 15 Compulsory 1, 180
Research Proposal Semester 1
Writing Min i-Dissertation 9 90 Compulsory 1, 180 Semester 2 * If the module Research Related Specialisation (15 credits) is chosen, it replaces both Nano-electronic Specialisation and Cross-disciplinary Specialisation (7.5 + 7.5 credits). The chosen elective credit weightings are therefore equivalent.
ELECTIVE MODULES Nano-electronic Specialisation: Student chooses from the pool of electives consisting of
Optoelectronics
Advanced semiconductor manufacturing
Cross-disciplinary Specialisation: Student chooses a postgraduate module from another department/faculty/university
Research-related Specialisation: Student chooses a postgraduate module from another department/faculty/university, provided that the module is related to the chosen topic of research. This module replaces both the Nano-electronic Specialisation and Cross-disciplinary Specialisation.
PRESENTERS This degree is presented by the lecturers of the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering Science and visiting lecturers from industry.
ACCREDITATION NQF Level 9
DATE Commences in 2019.
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