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Unit of Study CIVL2020 - Built Structure Systems (2025)

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Unit description

Introduces students to the application of a systems-based engineering approach to design of built infrastructure. A scenario-based learning approach is used to guide students in applying a range of practical tools and techniques along with skills in systems analysis, engineering design and project management to a real industry-based engineering project.

Unit content

Module 1:  Introduction to built structures           

Module 2:  Material considerations          

Module 3:  Contextual factors

Module 4:  Structural considerations: Design of beams   

Module 5:  Structural considerations: Design of slabs and columns            

Module 6:  Geotechnical considerations and integrated design approaches        

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Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
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Lismore
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Online
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Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

employ a systems approach for the design of concrete structures to analyse given civil engineering problems

apply practical engineering methods, techniques, tools and resources to design solutions to a well-defined problem related to concrete structure systems

develop a well-defined project on the concrete structure systems and clearly communicate the outcomes

self-assess use of management skills, social skills and professional judgement in contributing to the successful completion of a well-defined project related to concrete structure systems

evaluate design loads using structural analysis based on strength and serviceability limit states, analyse the properties of concrete and steel bars, and design a concrete mix proportion of a certain grade

perform calculations necessary for the design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, columns and footings following Australian Standards.

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