CIV3203 - Civil engineering construction

Leader(s): Dr F Collins

Offered

Clayton First semester 2009 (Day)

Synopsis

Introduction to the nature of civil engineering construction projects. Construction technology including equipment performance, construction techniques, prefabrication, concrete, steel, timber, foundations, buildings, roads, formwork etc. Relevant OHS and site environmental management issues and requirements. Industry experience gained by working with a construction company. The student will be required to submit a 4000 word major report describing this experience at the completion of the semester.

Assessment

Project: 30%
Major report (4000 words): 40%
Examination (2 hours): 30%

Contact hours

12 hours per week

Prerequisites

CIV2222 (or CIV2223 or CIV2225 or CIV2226)