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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
Bachelors Honours Degree (C/w)Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
4 years full-time; 8 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
72 / 12
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Inherent Requirements
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BE(Hons)Civil
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Course code
3507285
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Credit points
384
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Equivalent units
32
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering equips students with the relevant skills and knowledge to provide a range of professional civil engineering services in regional, national and international environments. The course prepares graduates for work involving the planning, design, construction and maintenance of critical civil engineering infrastructure such as buildings, roads, bridges, dams, pipelines, transport systems, and water supply and waste water treatment facilities.
The course is structured around the 16 competencies identified by Engineers Australia as being essential to the graduating engineer. These competencies are broadly grouped into: knowledge and skills, application, personal and professional skills.
Throughout the course, students develop core theoretical knowledge and skills vital to the engineering profession and the ability to apply these in the most relevant software applications.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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| Intellectual rigour | Develop Research skills in order to be able to design plan and execute a research project with some independence. Identify all influencing factors in complex engineering problems and to think about the macro and micro ramifications. Develop cognitive and technical skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise engineering knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence |
| Creativity | Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts to form alternative solutions to complex problems |
| Ethical practice | Apply ethics and judgement to complex engineering problems |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Develop technical skills and an in-depth understanding of specialist bodies of engineering knowledge Develop conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline |
| Lifelong learning | Self manage and be resourceful and effective at developing new knowledge and applying it to engineering problems Demonstrate computer literacy skills in both standard applications and discipline specific applications Develop appropriate professional practice, reflection skills and engineering competencies through study and professional practice |
| Communication and social skills | Effectively communicate engineering ideas, concepts and arguments using written mediums to a variety of audiences Verbally communicate and influence a variety of audiences including the engineering team, community and people of diverse cultural backgrounds |
| Cultural competence | Engage with diverse cultural and Indigenous perspectives with the engineering environment |
Students further develop their skills and knowledge and prepare for their careers as professional civil engineers, during a 60-day industry placement.
Students engage with industry representatives from the early stages of the course, creating valuable professional networks.
Students have the option to select either an eight-unit major in Environmental Engineering or undertake a general course of study.
Students who follow the general course of study will focus on core areas such as: structural engineering, construction, project management, hydraulic engineering, water and wastewater engineering, geotechnical engineering, traffic and transport engineering, and environmental engineering. The course is strongly focused on project engineering from first year through to the final year. The course also addresses fundamental concepts that cross all disciplines including professional ethics, sustainability, conflict resolution and negotiation.
The Environmental Engineering major prepares students with the scientific knowledge and engineering skills needed to understand and assess the impact of an engineering project on the environment. This will enable graduates to develop sustainable and ethical systems that optimise the relationship between human activities and the natural and built environments.
All students undertake a full-year subject in engineering research (thesis unit) in their final year, which enables them to explore the frontiers of engineering development and contribute to new knowledge in their chosen field.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Lismore | Session 1 | 334103 | 054201 |
Career Outcomes
Engineers Australia is the professional body representing engineering in Australia. Southern Cross University has provisional accreditation for the degree from Engineers Australia.
Accreditation of the course by Engineers Australia enables a student’s qualification to be formally recognised in many different countries throughout the world in accordance with the Washington Accord, an international agreement governing recognition of engineering qualifications and professional competence.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of thirty-two (32) units (384 credit points) comprising:
- all units listed in Part A; and
- the eight (8) unit single major listed in Part B; or
- all units in Part C and two (2) units from Part D
and additionally complete at least 60 days of industrial experience of a nature acceptable to the Course Coordinator.
Class of Honours
A candidate may on the recommendation of the Course Coordinator be awarded Honours with one of the following merit descriptors:
- First Class Honours
- Second Class Honours – Division I
- Second Class Honours – Division II
Merit Descriptors
The following criteria shall be satisfied to obtain a particular merit descriptor:
- First Class Honours: a Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) of at least 6.0 and a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 6.0 in both units Engineering Thesis I and Engineering Thesis II
- Second Class Honours – Division I: a Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) of at least 5.5 and a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 5.5 in both units Engineering Thesis I and Engineering Thesis II
- Second Class Honours – Division II: a Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) of at least 5.0 and a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 5.0 in both units Engineering Thesis I and Engineering Thesis II
A student with a Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) of less than 5.0 shall not be eligible for a merit descriptor.
Weighted Grade Point Average Calculation
The Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) shall be calculated according to the formula:
WGPA = {Summation of (Grade Point x Credit Value x Weighting)}/{Summation of (Credit Value x Weighting)}
where:
Grade Point = achievement value assigned to a unit grade (non-graded units, interim notations and advanced standing shall not be included in the WGPA calculation);
Credit Value = number of credit points awarded for the completion of a unit of study;
Weighting = 1 for a unit listed in Year 1 of the Course Progression, 2 for a unit listed in Year 2 of the Course Progression, 3 for a unit listed in Year 3 of the Course Progression, and 4 for a unit listed in Year 4 of the Course Progression; and
WGPA calculations shall be based on results for the first attempt at each unit in the course.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
Note 1:
Choose either: (a) MAT10001 Foundation Mathematics and MAT71003 Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists, or (b) MAT10720 Linear Algebra and MAT10719 Calculus. Students who have not completed NSW HSC Mathematics (2U) or QLD Maths B or equivalent must choose option (a).
Note 2:
Students undertaking a Major must complete Thesis I and II in an area relevant to the Major as approved by the Course Coordinator.
Note 3:
Double-weighted unit
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| Choose either option (a) or (b) based on Note 1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAT10001 | Foundation Mathematics | Introductory | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAT71003 | Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists | Introductory | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| MAT10720 | Linear Algebra | Intermediate | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAT10719 | Calculus | Intermediate | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Then complete all the remaining units in Part A | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG10759 | Processes and Philosophy of Engineering | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG10758 | Humanitarian Engineering Project | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAT10251 | Statistical Analysis | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PHY10760 | Physics and Materials | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CHE00201 | Chemistry | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG10757 | Applied Mechanics | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30010 | Traffic and Road Safety Engineering | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG20002 | Engineering Construction and Tendering | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG20007 | Engineering Computations | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30005 | Design of Steel Structures | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30011 | Regional and Urban Transport Planning | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG20001 | Mechanics of Materials | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG20003 | Concrete Structures | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG20006 | Fluid Mechanics | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG72001 | Engineering Modelling and Experimentation | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30004 | Analysis and Computer Modelling of Structures | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30002 | Soil Mechanics and Geology | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG30007 | Geotechnical Engineering | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG40006 | Municipal Infrastructure Design and Surveying | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG40007 | Engineering Project Management and Professional Ethics | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ENG40005 | Engineering Capstone Project | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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