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Construction Engineering (CVEN90058)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
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Overview
Availability | Semester 2 |
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Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This subject involves students learning the integrated process between design and construction by developing a proposal for a design & build project. An objective of the project is to help students explore the close relationship between design, constructability and construction. Students will develop a simplified design for an infrastructure project that includes a range of civil works such as earthworks, foundations, drainage, on-site concrete construction and cranage, and then propose solutions for construction that may require iteration of the design. The proposed solution would also address OH&S, environmental, and social sustainability issues inherent in areas such waste minimisation, noise and dust control in an project environmental maagement plan.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of this subject the students is expected to:
- Integrate knowledge from engineering management and technical subjects into the planning of the construction process
- Apply the principles of economic, social and environmental sustainability to design and construction processes
- Demonstrate the link between project design and construction in achieving efficient and safe project outcomes and
- Evaluate, choose and communicate appropriate construction processes for an engineering project.
Generic skills
• Ability to undertake research and apply critical thought to formulate engineering solutions
• Potential for innovation and creativity
• Proficiency in report writing
• Capacity to summarise and present design concepts and outcomes
• Understanding of how to engage with and work constructively and productively in an integrated multi-disciplinary team to achieve mutually agreed outcomes in a constrained time frame.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CVEN90043 | Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CVEN90044 | Engineering Site Characterisation | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CVEN90045 | Engineering Project Implementation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
CVEN90052 Integrated Design
CVEN90057 Integrated Design (Construction)
Recommended background knowledge
Learning in the following subjects, taken either before or concurrently with Construction Engineering will enhance a student’s learning experience:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CVEN90050 | Geotechnical Engineering | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CVEN90051 | Civil Hydraulics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CVEN90049 | Structural Theory and Design 2 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENEN90005 | Environmental Management ISO 14000 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENEN90006 | Solid Wastes to Sustainable Resources | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CVEN90060 | Integrated Design - Civil | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CVEN90059 | Integrated Design - Infrastructure | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Present in a concept map the system interactions in a design and construction project. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1, 2, and 3 are addressed in this assessment
| Week 5 | 10% |
As a team, prepare an EH&S risk management register and Environmental Management Plan for a construction project. ILOs 1, 2 and 3 are addressed in this assessment
| Week 7 | 10% |
As a team member, prepare a brief evaluating the construction options associated with an aspect of the overall project. ILOs 2, 3 and 4 are addressed in this assessment
| Week 9 | 20% |
As a team, present a final report not exceeding 20 pages on the recommended construction process for the chosen design. ILO s 1 to 4 are addressed in this assessment
| Week 12 | 30% |
One written exam. ILOs 1 to 4 are addressed in this exam
| During the examination period | 30% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Tuan Ngo Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours (Lectures: 24 hours per semester; Workshops: 12 hours per semester) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Architectural Engineering Specialisation (formal) Civil with Business Specialisation (formal) Structural Specialisation (formal) Civil Specialisation (formal) Environmental - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024