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Digital Infrastructure Systems Capstone (GEOM30012)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject provides a basis for Digital Infrastructure Systems major students to integrate and apply the knowledge students have gained throughout their studies to solve real-world problems. The students will work on projects to use knowledge of sensing, measurement, imaging, information system and information infrastructures. The subject will also provide ample opportunity for the students to gain experience and skills in how to perform a real-world, client-driven, interdisciplinary project, including important communication and organizational skills. This subject will have a 4-day residential field work, with arrangements for on-campus and online students. This field work is compulsory for all students.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject the student is expected to:

  • Formulate a project on digital systems for infrastructures, including time and workload management
  • Access, collect, organize and present data in ways that support infrastructure delivery and operation
  • Integrate appropriate technologies to meet the requirements of a digital system for infrastructures
  • Analyse data and information of an infrastructure to enhance the environmental, economic and social value of it
  • Communicate these enhancements effectively, through writing and presentation
  • Critically reflect on the process and achievements of a project and the contribution and conduct of a project team

Generic skills

On completion of the subject the students will have the:

  • Ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
  • Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
  • Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
  • Ability to manage information and documentation
  • Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and commitment to them
  • Capacity for lifelong learning and professional development.

Last updated: 26 November 2022