Civil engineering practice 2
G Rose
6 points * 39 hours lectures, 26 hours tutorials, 16 hours site visits * First semester * Clayton
The civil engineering profession and practice. The systems approach to civil engineering problem solving. Effective oral and written communication: brief written communications, job applications (written applications and interviews) and technical reports. Use of information and library services for investigation/research. Meeting organisation, group dynamics. Drawing: portrayal of objects using sectional views, sketching, projections, interpretation of drawings, drawing standards. Introduction to computer-aided drafting.
Assessment
Examination: 25% * Practical work, assignments, reports and oral presentations: 75%
Prescribed text
Hadgraft R and others Writing engineering reports Dept Civil Engineering, Monash University, 1994