CIV2203

Communications

G Rose and P Daly

4 points · 26 lectures, 26 hours of tutorial/drawing classes · Second semester, Clayton · Second semester, Caulfield

Objectives The student is expected to acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of the methods and processes of communication (verbal, written, technical drawing) and information retrieval.

Synopsis The civil engineering profession and practice, the systems approach to civil engineering, effective oral and written communication, brief written communications, job applications (written and interview), technical reports, use of information, library services and information technology, meetings, organisations, group dynamics, visualisation, portrayal of objects using sectional views, sketching, projections, interpretation of drawings and drawing standards.

Assessment Practical/project work and oral presentations: 100%

Prescribed texts

Hadgraft R G and others Writing engineering reports Dept of Civil Engineering, Monash University, 1997

Recommended texts

SAA/SNZ HB1 Technical drawing for students Standards Australia, 1994

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