Microelectronics Engineering
Major
Microelectronics Engineering
微電子工程學
Degree / Award Title
Bachelor of Engineering in Microelectronics Engineering
工學士 (微電子工程學)
Offering Academic Unit
Department of Electrical Engineering
Mode of Study
Full-time

Aims of Major
The aims of this major are to provide students with an education in microelectronics technologies, and to prepare graduates to have the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding to pursue a career as professional engineers. The contents covered aim to have breadth to allow graduates to work across boundaries, as well as depth to equip and prepare them to meet the demands of employers as well as the demands for pursuing postgraduate studies. Through this experience, our graduates will also have the ability and vision that will enable them to become independent life-long learners in this rapidly changing high-tech industry.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Major (MILOs)
Upon successful completion of this major, students should be able to:
  1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
  2. Design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data.
  3. Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints.
  4. Function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  5. Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
  6. Be aware of professional and ethical responsibilities.
  7. Communicate effectively.
  8. Have knowledge in contemporary issues and an awareness of the impact of engineering solutions in a broad, global and societal context.
  9. Recognise the need for life-long learning.
  10. Use necessary engineering/IT tools.

Degree Requirements

Requirements Normative 4-year
Degree		 Advanced Standing I1 Advanced Standing II2
Gateway Education requirement 30 credit units 21 credit units 12 credit units
College requirement 6 credit units Not required Not required
Major requirement

84 credit units

 75 credit units 63-72 credit units
Free electives / Minor (if applicable) Optional Optional N.A.
Minimum Graduation Requirement: 120 credit units 96 credit units 75 credit units
Maximum Credit Units Permitted: 144 credit units 114 credit units 84 credit units
Note 1: For students with recognised Advanced Level Examinations or equivalent qualifications.
Note 2: For Associate Degree/Higher Diploma graduates admitted as senior-year intake students.

Professional Recognition
The major is designed to meet the accreditation requirement of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). Accreditation from HKIE will be sought.