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CIVL8202 – Integrated Structural Design and Construction
2025 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Sorn Vimonsatit
44 WTR
by Appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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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 delves into various construction materials such as concrete, steel, and timber, along with the foundational principles guided by Australian design codes. It then extends these concepts to advanced structural design and construction applications. Reinforced concrete, steel, and timber principles are expanded upon, specifically in relation to designing buildings, bridges, and specialized structures. The unit encompasses an integrated project that combines structural design and construction. This project involves individual and group work to develop, compare, and select design concepts that fulfill project requirements and site conditions. The design process incorporates advanced theoretical and technical insights in structural engineering to formulate a structural system that aligns with relevant design standards. Aspects related to construction techniques and methods are also addressed in the project's development. Learning in this unit enhances student understanding of global challenges identified by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Sustainable Cities and Communities |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Create and complete an authentic design and construction project by critically analysing and evaluating the project in accordance with structural analysis and design principles, relevant codes of practice, and appropriate construction methods.
- ULO2: Critically review structural design inputs, and generate ideas and processes for solutions to complex problems, environmental impacts and sustainability goals.
- ULO3: Apply advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals
- ULO4: Professionally communicate and collaborate with others by effectively transferring and exchanging knowledge and ideas in verbal, written, and digital forms
- ULO5: Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with creativity and innovation
- ULO6: Demonstrate high levels of leadership and teamwork skills with an awareness of ethical choices consequences and safety.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Project report | 40% | No | Weeks 7 & 13 |
| Problems | 30% | No | Weekly |
| Project presentation | 30% | No | Weeks 6 & 12 |
Project report
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 24 hours
Due: Weeks 7 & 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 critically analysing and evaluating the project in accordance with structural analysis and design principles, relevant codes of practice, and appropriate construction methods.
- Critically review structural design inputs, and generate ideas and processes for solutions to complex problems, environmental impacts and sustainability goals.
- Apply advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals
- Professionally communicate and collaborate with others by effectively transferring and exchanging knowledge and ideas in verbal, written, and digital forms
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with creativity and innovation
- Demonstrate high levels of leadership and teamwork skills with an awareness of ethical choices consequences and safety.
Problems
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 17 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 30%
To be issued every two weeks or so for individually monitoring work progress and assessing the knowledge and project outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Create and complete an authentic design and construction project by critically analysing and evaluating the project in accordance with structural analysis and design principles, relevant codes of practice, and appropriate construction methods.
- Critically review structural design inputs, and generate ideas and processes for solutions to complex problems, environmental impacts and sustainability goals.
- Professionally communicate and collaborate with others by effectively transferring and exchanging knowledge and ideas in verbal, written, and digital forms
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with creativity and innovation
- Demonstrate high levels of leadership and teamwork skills with an awareness of ethical choices consequences and safety.
Project presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 18 hours
Due: Weeks 6 & 12
Weighting: 30%
The project is presented individually, reflecting each member’s assigned tasks and actual contributions.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Critically review structural design inputs, and generate ideas and processes for solutions to complex problems, environmental impacts and sustainability goals.
- Apply advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals
- Professionally communicate and collaborate with others by effectively transferring and exchanging knowledge and ideas in verbal, written, and digital forms
- Plan and manage structural design and construction projects with creativity and innovation
- Demonstrate high levels of leadership and teamwork skills with an awareness of ethical choices consequences and safety.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
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2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
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Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Mapping
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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, ULO6 |
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3.4 Professional use and management of information. |
ULO4, ULO5, ULO6 |
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3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. |
ULO4, ULO5, ULO6 |
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3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership |
ULO4, ULO5, ULO6 |
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Unit information based on version 2025.03 of the Handbook