Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit provides an Introduction to Civil Engineering Practice. It consists of three modules: surveying, engineering drawing and construction. The unit covers both theories and techniques to highlight the interrelationship and the communication protocols used between these areas.
Surveying covers the theory and practice in the use of survey instruments and techniques as applied to Civil Engineering and construction projects. Drawing introduces the Building Information Modelling (BIM) software to process the survey data and to produce engineering drawings for concrete and steel structures, roads, etc. Construction introduces the principal techniques used in civil engineering to permit effective application to a unique set of circumstances. These include site investigation, surveying, identification and provision of temporary facilities, selection of equipment and the development of environmental protection practices and construction safety.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 core unit in the Civil Engineering major sequence
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) explain the significance of surveying, drawing and construction in civil engineering practice and how they are related during the whole development process; (2) apply basic field surveying techniques to acquire raw field observations; (3) develop efficient field work practices to ensure accuracy; (4) undertake basic survey computations from raw field observations to support a range of surveying and engineering applications; (5) use commercial software and multi-disciplinary data to produce a digital representation of an asset across its lifecycle, from planning to design and construction; (6) explain various construction processes, equipment, and safety requirements; and (7) plan the safe and efficient use of construction equipment in construction projects.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) quizzes and practical test for Engineering Surveying; (2) BIM software project; and (3) reports on site visit and case study. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Professor Tongming Zhou
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- Enrolment inBachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated Combined Degree
- Advisable prior study
- MATH1011 Multivariable Calculus
- Contact hours
- 2 hours lectures/week
2 hours workshops/week
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.