units

CIV5308

Faculty of Engineering

18 September 2017 22 November 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Engineering
Organisational UnitDepartment of Civil Engineering
OfferedClayton First semester 2015 (Off-campus)
Clayton Second semester 2015 (Off-campus)
Coordinator(s)Professor Geoff Rose

Synopsis

This unit develops students' understanding of a particular topic/area in the transport field through completion of a one semester long project which will develop their ability to plan, undertake and report on an independent program of investigation/research. Students propose their own topic reflecting their professional interests. On the basis of their selected topic, the student will undertake a one semester long program of independent investigation/research and document the findings in a professional report.

Outcomes

The objectives of the unit are to:

  • develop an understanding of the selected area/topic,
  • develop report writing skills,
  • strengthen ability to communicate information about a topic to readers/listeners who may have a limited background in the area, and
  • become aware of the importance of critical analysis of published material

Assessment

Written project plan, progress and final reports: 100%

Workload requirements

150 hours study

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Chief examiner(s)

Professor Jeffrey Walker

Prerequisites

At least 24 credit points completed towards the Master of Traffic, Master of Transport or Master of Transport and Traffic with an average of at least 65%.