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Construction Engineering (CVEN90058)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| 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 basements, pavement and earthworks, foundations, drainage, level crossing removal projects, bridge 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 a project environmental management plan.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the students is expected to:
- ILO1 - Integrate knowledge from engineering management and technical subjects into the planning of the construction process
- ILO2 - Apply the principles of economic, social and environmental sustainability to critique and identify preferred construction methods
- ILO3 - Apply knowledge of numerous construction activities on large scale infrastructure construction projects including scheduling, procurement, equipment requirements and community consultation and management
- ILO4 - Explain and communicate construction processes for an engineering project to both technical and public audiences.
Generic skills
• Ability to undertake research and apply critical thought to solve problems
• 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: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVEN90043 | Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering | Not available in 2025 |
12.5 |
| CVEN20001 | Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVEN90044 | Engineering Site Characterisation | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Infrastructure Design |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| No longer available |
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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Written individual assignment equivalent to 500 words. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1, 3-4 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 5 | 10% |
Written group assignment with a workload equivalent to 500 words per student. ILOS 1-3 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 7 | 10% |
Written group assignment with a workload equivalent to 1000 words per student. ILOs1-4 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 9 | 20% |
Written group assignment with a workload equivalent to 1500 words per student. ILOS 1-4 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: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Tuan Ngo Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 38 hours (Lectures: 24 hours per semester; Workshops: 14 hours per semester) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 21 November 2025 Semester 2 contact information
Tuan Ngo
email: dtngo@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notesLEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS:Learning and teaching methods include lectures with the involvement of experienced industry professionals who present case studies in their area of expertise, industry designed workshops solving real engineering problems and consultation sessions.INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES:Building Construction Illustrated 6th Edition (Francis Ching) Engineering Geology of Melbourne (Neilson, OLDS and Seddon)This subject invites experienced project engineers and managers from the engineering industry to present case studies and provides themes for the assignments.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Architectural Engineering Course Master of Civil Engineering Specialisation (formal) Civil Specialisation (formal) Structural Specialisation (formal) Civil with Business 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.
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.
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: 4 March 2025