Principles of Building (CONS10001)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Principles of Structural Design introduces engineering and construction concepts with a mix of design projects, interactive workshops and lectures. An introduction to rigid body dynamics will be given through theory and case studies related to the built environment. Through analysis, model simulations, laboratory work, testing and evaluation, students will explore the fundamentals of structural analysis and commonly used construction methods and systems. The contextual links between structural theory and the finished construction will be provided by considering the fabrication, erection / construction and buildability issues.
Intended learning outcomes
Having completed this subject it is expected that the student be able to:
- Understand the basic principles of forces and pressures as applied to structures;
- Understand the structural design process and how it relates to the construction process;
- Understand the presence, importance, types and use of design standards and codes of practice relevant to structural design in Australia;
- Develop an ability to quantify loads applied to structures;
- Develop an ability to analyse the effects of loads on the behaviour of structures;
- Develop an ability to justify the design of commonly used structural systems for specific design applications;
- Develop an ability to design simple structural systems taking into account realistic design loads;
- Understand and measure the basic properties and uses of common construction and building materials;
- Understand the mechanisms that result in the deformation and degradation of materials;
- Develop an ability to select appropriate materials for specific design application.
Generic skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills for written and oral presentation
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Capacity to tackle unfamiliar problems
- Perceptions of own learning and development
- Understanding the need to externally review and critically reflect on own capabilities.
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
VCE Mathematical Methods 3 and 4 with a study score of 25 or more, or equivalent
OR
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAST10012 | Introduction to Mathematics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
Complete the online short course Calculus and Probability Online offered by the University (Note: This subject will NOT count for credit towards any degree . For more information please check the link below:
( https://ms.unimelb.edu.au/study/online-calculus-and-probability)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 9 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
10 x weekly Individual Assignments
| From Week 3 to Week 12 | 20% |
Group Assignment, equivalent to 800 words per student
| Week 10 | 20% |
An examination equivalent to 2400 words
| 60% |
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator James Helal Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 2X2 hour of lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Last updated: 9 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- 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.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 9 April 2025