Terahertz Technology

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ENGE X418
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Course ID
206624
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Campus
Mawson Lakes, Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Elec and Mech Eng
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Withawat Withayachumnankul
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of terahertz technology, its unique properties, and its wide-ranging applications. Students will explore the fundamental principles of terahertz waves, learn about the latest advancements in terahertz systems, and examine the major technological challenges in the field. Through theoretical knowledge, the course will equip students with the skills necessary to contribute to the development and application of terahertz technology in various sectors, including communication, security, medicine, and scientific research. 

  • Introduction to Terahertz Technology
  • Terahertz Wave Generation
  • Terahertz Wave Detection
  • Terahertz Wave Transmission and Manipulation
  • Terahertz Applications

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand unique properties of terahertz waves and their implications
  • Understand and evaluate different approaches to terahertz generation and detection
  • Design basic components for controlling terahertz waves
  • Appreciate latest development for applications in sensing and communications

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Mawson Lakes

Class number
Class number 25310
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 10
Available
Available 10
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 10:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes The Mawson Centre, MC1-02
25 Feb - 15 Apr Wednesday 1:10pm - 2pm Mawson Lakes The Mawson Centre, MC1-02
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 10:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes The Mawson Centre, MC1-02
6 May - 3 Jun Wednesday 1:10pm - 2pm Mawson Lakes The Mawson Centre, MC1-02
Class number
Class number 25312
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 10
Available
Available 10
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Mar - 6 Mar Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04
20 Mar - 20 Mar Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04
3 Apr - 3 Apr Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04
17 Apr - 17 Apr Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04
15 May - 15 May Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04
29 May - 29 May Friday 9:10am - 10am Mawson Lakes Materials & Minerals Science, MM2-04

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 25314
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 3:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Benham, G10
24 Feb - 14 Apr Tuesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 208
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 3:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Benham, G10
5 May - 2 Jun Tuesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 208
Class number
Class number 25317
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Mar - 5 Mar Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228
19 Mar - 19 Mar Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228
2 Apr - 2 Apr Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228
16 Apr - 16 Apr Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228
14 May - 14 May Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228
28 May - 28 May Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 228

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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