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CIVL4301 – Integrated Structural Design and Construction
2024 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor and Lecturer
Sorn Vimonsatit
Contact via email
44WTR-103
Thursday 2pm - 4pm, or other time by pre appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
CIVL3301 or CIVL3305
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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 examines a variety of construction materials such as concrete, steel and timber, and design principles underpinning Australian design codes, then utilises them for structural design and construction application. Reinforced concrete, steel, and timber design principles are extended with their application to the design of buildings and/or specialised structures. An integrated structural design and construction project is to be undertaken. Students will work in groups and individually to develop concept designs for comparison. Detailed development of one concept design will be carried out to present a structural system that incorporates necessary design requirements which are compliant with relevant design standards. Consideration of construction aspects and suitable methods of construction will also be included in the project development. |
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: Create and complete an authentic design and construction project by applying knowledge of structural analysis and design principles, available codes of practice, and construction methods.
- ULO2: Critically review structural design inputs, processes, and outputs.
- ULO3: Apply technical knowledge, appropriate tools, and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals.
- ULO4: Communicate design and construction outcomes at a professional level.
- ULO5: Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with high levels of leadership and teamwork skills.
General Assessment Information
This Unit is a project-based assessment. The project task includes a group project assignment, a log book of weekly activities, presentations, and a final report.
To pass this unit you must: • Attempt all assessments, and • Achieve a total mark equal to or greater than 50%, and • Participate in, and undertake all hurdle activities for, a minimum of 9 of the 12 weekly workshops, and
Hurdle Assessments Project progress log book (30%) and Presentation (30%) Development of knowledge and skills requires continual practice at authentic problems in a laboratory-based setting. This unit has weekly laboratory/workshop classes and you must demonstrate your progress in developing and communicating knowledge and skills in a minimum of 9 of the 12 classes. This is a hurdle assessment meaning that failure to meet this requirement may result in a fail grade for the unit.
Students are permitted up to three absences: additional absences will require a Special Consideration to be applied for (see below).
Special Consideration
The Special Consideration Policy aims to support students who have been impacted by short-term circumstances or events that are serious, unavoidable and significantly disruptive, and which may affect their performance in assessment. If you experience circumstances or events that affect your ability to complete the assessments in this unit on time, please inform the convenor and submit a Special Consideration request through ask.mq.edu.au.
If you receive a special consideration approval for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled by the faculty during a supplementary exam period, typically about 3 to 4 weeks after the normal exam period. By making a special consideration application for the final exam, you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. Approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
Special Consideration for Practical-based Tasks
The Special Consideration Policy aims to support students who have been impacted by short-term circumstances or events that are serious, unavoidable, and significantly disruptive and which may affect their performance in assessment.
Written Assessments: If you experience circumstances or events that affect your ability to complete the written assessments in this unit on time, please inform the convenor and submit a Special Consideration request through ask.mq.edu.au. Weekly practice-based tasks: To pass the unit, you need to demonstrate ongoing development of skills and application of knowledge in 9 out of 12 of the weekly practical classes. If you miss a weekly practical class due to a serious, unavoidable and significant disruption, contact your convenor ASAP, as you may be able to attend another class that week.
If it is not possible to attend another class, you should still contact your convenor for access to class material to review in your own time.
Note that a Special Consideration should only be applied if you miss more than three of the weekly practical classes.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Project report | 40% | No | Week 6 & Week 13 |
| Project progress log book | 30% | No | Weekly |
| Project presentation | 30% | No | Week 6 & Week 12 |
Project report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 24 hours
Due: Week 6 & Week 13
Weighting: 40%
The project report is to present the overall report based on the group work and individual work components.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Create and complete an authentic design and construction project by applying knowledge of structural analysis and design principles, available codes of practice, and construction methods.
- Critically review structural design inputs, processes, and outputs.
- Apply technical knowledge, appropriate tools, and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals.
- Communicate design and construction outcomes at a professional level.
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with high levels of leadership and teamwork skills.
Project progress log book
Assessment Type 1: Log book
Indicative Time on Task 2: 17 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 30%
Project log book is to show weekly work progress and student participation
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Create and complete an authentic design and construction project by applying knowledge of structural analysis and design principles, available codes of practice, and construction methods.
- Critically review structural design inputs, processes, and outputs.
- Communicate design and construction outcomes at a professional level.
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with high levels of leadership and teamwork skills.
Project presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 18 hours
Due: Week 6 & Week 12
Weighting: 30%
Project presentation including group and individual components
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Critically review structural design inputs, processes, and outputs.
- Apply technical knowledge, appropriate tools, and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals.
- Communicate design and construction outcomes at a professional level.
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with high levels of leadership and teamwork skills.
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
Workshops 3 hours per week.
Study materials will be provided in iLearn. Weekly topics will be guided in the first hour of each workshop class.
Note: Inherent requirements of the Unit are: reinforced concrete design knowledge, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Unit Schedule
Refer to the study material in iLearn for the Unit Schedule. All classes start in Week 1.
Company and site visits may be necessary (to be confirmed).
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
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution 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
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit connect.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
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The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
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- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
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Changes from Previous Offering
There is no change from the previous offering.
Engineers Australia Competency Mapping
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EA Competency Standard |
Unit Learning Outcomes |
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Knowledge and Skill Base |
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. |
ULO1, ULO2 |
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1.2 Conceptual understanding of underpinning maths, analysis, statistics, computing. |
ULO1, ULO2 |
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1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge |
ULO1, ULO2, ULO3 |
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1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions |
ULO1, ULO3 |
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1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice |
ULO1, ULO3 |
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1.6 Understanding of scope, principles, norms, and accountabilities of sustainable engineering practice. |
ULO2, ULO3 |
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Engineering Application Ability |
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex problem solving |
ULO3 |
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2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. |
ULO2 |
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2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes. |
ULO3 |
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2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects. |
ULO1, ULO5 |
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Professional and Personal Attributes |
3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. |
ULO5 |
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3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. |
ULO4 |
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3.3 Creative, innovative and proactive demeanour. |
ULO4, ULO5 |
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3.4 Professional use and management of information. |
ULO4, ULO5 |
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3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. |
ULO4, ULO5 |
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3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership |
ULO4, ULO5 |
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Unit information based on version 2024.03 of the Handbook