Unit of Study CIVL2020 Built Structure Systems (2025)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

No

Pre-requisites

ENGN2005 - Statics of Solids

Unit description

Introduces students to the application of a systems-based engineering approach to design of built infrastructure. A scenario-based learning approach is used to guide students in applying a range of practical tools and techniques along with skills in systems analysis, engineering design and project management to a real industry-based engineering project.

Unit content

Module 1: Introduction to built structures

Module 2: Material considerations

Module 3: Contextual factors

Module 4: Structural considerations: Design of beams

Module 5: Structural considerations: Design of slabs and columns

Module 6: Geotechnical considerations and integrated design approaches

Availabilities

Location	Domestic	International
Gold Coast	Term3	Term3
Lismore	Term3	Term3
Online	Term3	N/A

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

employ a systems approach for the design of concrete structures to analyse given civil engineering problems

apply practical engineering methods, techniques, tools and resources to design solutions to a well-defined problem related to concrete structure systems

develop a well-defined project on the concrete structure systems and clearly communicate the outcomes

self-assess use of management skills, social skills and professional judgement in contributing to the successful completion of a well-defined project related to concrete structure systems

evaluate design loads using structural analysis based on strength and serviceability limit states, analyse the properties of concrete and steel bars, and design a concrete mix proportion of a certain grade

perform calculations necessary for the design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, columns and footings following Australian Standards.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Report	40%
Portfolio	40%
Report	20%

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Report	40%
Portfolio	40%
Report	20%

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Report	40%
Portfolio	40%
Report	20%

Prescribed learning resources

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Fee information

Domestic

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