Students
CIVL1001 – Introduction to Civil Engineering
2021 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer, Unit convenor
Ming Li
Contact via +61-2-9850-9532
9 Wally's Walk, Rm324
3-5pm Monday
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(PHYS1510 or PHYS140) and (MATH1010 or MATH135 or MATH1015 or MATH132)
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit covers fundamental mechanics knowledge that is required to analyse forces in both static and dynamic physical system and also to perform fundamental fluid mechanics analysis. At the end of the unit, students are expected to demonstrate the ability to analyse and solve basic mechanics problems fluently. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Perform structural analysis of three-dimensional machine frames and structures
- ULO2: Demonstrate proficiency in applying mathematical knowledge to solve fundamental engineering dynamics problems
- ULO3: Solve problems in both static and dynamic systems
- ULO4: Demonstrate proficiency in the presentation of introductory level civil engineering solutions
General Assessment Information
Late submissions
Late submissions of assignments will be subject the following penalty: 1 to 24 hours -20%, 24 hours to 48 hours -40%, greater than 48 hours will result in no mark being awarded. Quizzes cannot be taken late. Missing a tutorial will result in a grade of 0 for that tutorial. Extenuating circumstances will be considered upon lodgement of a formal notice of disruption of studies.
Hurdle Requirement
The final examination is a hurdle requirement because it is the only reliable assessment of individual performance for this unit. A grade of 45% or more in the final examination is a condition of passing this unit. If you are given a second opportunity to sit the final examination as a result of failing to meet the minimum mark required, you will be offered that chance during the supplementary examination period and will be notified of the exact day and time after the publication of final results for the unit. The second attempt at a hurdle assessment is graded as pass fail. The maximum grade for a second attempt is the hurdle threshold grade.
Participation in 10 tutorial sessions is a hurdle requirement. Note that tutorials will start in week 2.
Grading and passing requirement for unit
In order to pass this unit a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD), and a grade of at least 45% on the final exam, and participate in at least 10 tutorials.
For further details about grading, please refer below in the policies and procedures section.
Final Examinations
Final examinations will take place at the end of the semester. For further information, please refer to the Examination Timetable website on www.mq.edu.au
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Online quiz | 30% | No | Week 4, Week 7, Week 10, Week 12 |
| Final Exam | 50% | Yes | TBA |
| Assignments | 20% | No | Week 7, Week 12 |
Online quiz
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 24 hours
Due: Week 4, Week 7, Week 10, Week 12
Weighting: 30%
There will be four online quizzes, each worth 7.5%. The quiz will be open for a specific time and all students must take the quiz during that time. All students are to ensure that they have their own resources (Computers, tablet, smart phone etc) to take part in the quiz.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Perform structural analysis of three-dimensional machine frames and structures
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying mathematical knowledge to solve fundamental engineering dynamics problems
- Solve problems in both static and dynamic systems
- Demonstrate proficiency in the presentation of introductory level civil engineering solutions
Final Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: TBA
Weighting: 50%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
This is a hurdle assessment task. The final exam will be a hurdle assessment testing fundamental civil engineering concepts.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Perform structural analysis of three-dimensional machine frames and structures
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying mathematical knowledge to solve fundamental engineering dynamics problems
- Solve problems in both static and dynamic systems
- Demonstrate proficiency in the presentation of introductory level civil engineering solutions
Assignments
Assessment Type 1: Quantitative analysis task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Week 7, Week 12
Weighting: 20%
There will be two assignments, each worth 10%. A portion of the available grades will be awarded for presentation of work. Markers WILL NOT grade poorly organized or illegible scans or drafts. Well presented work is highly legible, annotated, well structured, and presented with page numbers and student IDs on every page.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Perform structural analysis of three-dimensional machine frames and structures
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying mathematical knowledge to solve fundamental engineering dynamics problems
- Solve problems in both static and dynamic systems
- Demonstrate proficiency in the presentation of introductory level civil engineering solutions
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Text books:
"Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics and Dynamics 12th Edition", by Beer, Johnston, Mazurek, Cornwell and Self
Resources Required:
You must bring a log book to tutorial. Tutors will only mark solutions written into this log book. You should obtain a quality scientific calculator and be familiar with its use.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
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Student Services and Support
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Student Enquiries
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Unit information based on version 2021.02 of the Handbook