Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

Students will undertake an investigation into civil and environmental engineering problems. The projects will be industry-related. However, university-based projects may be acceptable. The students are expected to use various kinds of study (eg laboratory work, field studies and literature survey) as required. Teamwork is highly encouraged in the project.

Objectives

On completion of this unit, students should:

1. be able to develop a project brief

2. be able to plan and execute a project

3. be able to document the findings in the form of a formal report

4. be able to present their findings orally.

Assessment

Project: 100%

Chief examiner(s)

Assoc Prof Yousef Ibrahim

Contact hours

12 hours per week

Prerequisites

Completion of 120 points