Subject overview & course requirements Discipline subjects ◦
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Structural Geotechnical Water Transport Civil Engineering Construction Civil Engineering Practice Final Year Project
Q&A afterwards!
: Advanced Structural Analysis
: Advanced Structural Design
: Ground Hazards & Geotechnics
: Foundation Engineering
: Integrated Urban Water Management
: Water Resources Management
: Transport Systems
: Transport Planning
: Civil Engineering Construction
: Civil Engineering Practice 4
: Project A
: Project B
Straight Eng: CIV4210 & CIV4212, plus 6 of the above which can also include ENE3608, ENE4607, ENG4700 & one free elective* Double Degrees: CIV4210 & CIV4212, plus 2 of the above* *Check the handbook for the year you started!!! Details vary significantly between years & double degree types
CIV4234
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Structural Mani Risal
Main Topics
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Matrix Analysis Finite Element Method Dynamics Stability
Assessment Summary ◦
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5% - Project 1 (Matrix Analysis) 5% - Project 2 (FEM – Manual) 25% - Mid Semester Test 5% - Project 3 (FEM – Software) 5% - Project 4 (Dynamics) 5% - Project 5 (Stability) 50% - Exam
Main Advice Don’t aim to rote learn this unit, aim to understand the theory! Dr. Pathmanathan Rajeev
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Before the start of the semester: familiarise yourself with the Matrix Method & Direct Stiffness Method. The exam & mid-semester tests are mostly calculation-based so do a lot of study guide & past paper questions. Dynamics & Stability are difficult concepts and not taught very thoroughly, so don’t fall behind during
CIV4235
S2
Structural Craig Rodriques
Main Topics Focus of unit on learning methods of plastic structural analysis. Part A
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Yield line theory for slab analysis. Hillerborg strip method for slab analysis.
Dr. Amin Heidarpour
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Analysis of reinforced concrete elements using the Strut & Tie Method (STM)
Plastic design and analysis of steel structures
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23% - Class Tests 9% - Practice Class Submissions 6% - Lab Report (Part A) 6% - Project (Part B) 6% - Lab Report (Part C) 50% - Final Exam
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Structural concepts easy to understand but hard to master. Challenging but rewarding practice classes. Learn the methods of analysis within the first week of them being taught, it will make your life so much easier when it comes to doing the projects. Brush up on your geometry! Seek help from Amin, Bill & the tutors outside of class, they are extremely
CIV4248
S1
Geotechnical Melissa Adikari
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Ground Improvement Settlement Compaction: Vibro, Dynamic & Explosive Filtration Geo-synthetics
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Assignment 1: 10% - Poster Presentation 15% - State of the Art Report
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Assignment 3: 10% - Oral Presentation 20% - Law Case Report
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Assignment 2: 15% - Ground Improvement Report
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Prof. Malek Bouazza
Tests: 15% - Test 1 (Ground Improvement) 15% - Test 2 (Compaction) Both tests are MCQ’s
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Content & approach seems easy but difficult to score well in Form productive groups of 4 Start each assignment ASAP! Work steadily throughout the semester Spot difficulties early to ask Q’s Provides a non-engineering POV
CIV4249
S2
Geotechnical Samuel Verghese
CIV4249
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Geotechnical
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Senior Lecturer Foundations Specialist 15 years of teaching and experience 2nd Year Geo Engineering Respectable ‘old school’ teaching style
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2nd and 3rd Year Tutors Postgraduate Student PhD Research
Benjamin Shannon
CIV4249
S2
Geotechnical
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Analyse site investigation data
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In-situ test results
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Determination of soil parameters
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Prepare geotechnical reports
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Determine axial/lateral load capacity of pile Point end bearing/Shaft resistance
CIV4249
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Geotechnical
Task 1: Analysis of bore logs & in-situ/lab test results, establish geological models, determine soil & rock design parameters & propose concept foundations
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Task 2: Perform detailed design of shallow foundation
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Task 3: Perform detailed design of deep foundations including driven & rock rocketed piles
25%
Practice Classes (x5)
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Tests (x3)
30%
There is a hurdle requirement! Must score ≥ 45% in both continuous assessments and class tests
CIV4249
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Geotechnical
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Utilise lecture and tutorial times Always ask questions!?!? Private consultation hours available
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Read recommended text books Work through examples Online lectures available
Successful demonstration of tasks require thorough understanding of respective topics
Assignments and design tasks are analogous to ‘on -the- job’ industry requirements
Text books are a vital component of this unit
Marking standard is relatively high, with an average unit mark in the 70’s range
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“Principles of Foundation Engineering” – Braja Das, 7 th Ed “Foundation Analysis and Design” – Bowles, 5 th Edition Piling Design and Installations – (AS2159)
CIV4261
S1
Water Jonathon Hampshire
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Stormwater management Grey-water utilisation Urban ground-water use MUSIC and Aquacycle Project costing methods
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5% 45% 10% 40%
- House Water Expert Report - Major Report - Online Quizzes - Exam
Dr David McCarthy
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Majority of unit focuses around the major report. Some guest lecturers- examinable 4 tutors- very good in their own specialisation (ie: 2 MUSIC, 2 Aquacycle) Ask lots of questions! Very well run unit.
CIV4268
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Water Jonathon Hampshire
Main Topics
Implications of Climate Change Environmental Flows Planning & Management of Water Supply Systems Water Quality Modelling
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25% - Water Quantity Assignment
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Assess viability of a dam considering effects of climate change
25% - Water Quality Assignment
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Belinda Hatt
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Salinity balance model
50% - Exam
Jeffrey Walker
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Many guest lecturers An extension of CIV2207 Uses Excel, SPSS, Aquapak and Rainfall Runoff Library (RRL). Projects are very practical and utilise actual scenarios
CIV4284
S1
Transport Melissa Adikari
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Road Hierarchy & Design of Road Systems Network Operations Plans Traffic & Parking Surveys Traffic Impact Analysis Design of Parking Treatment of Hazardous Locations
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25% - Network Operations Plan 25% - Local Study Area Analysis 50% - Exam (Open Book)
Prof. William Young
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Start early on assignments Speak to the lecturer & tutor Utilise the textbook throughout semester & make notes Complete past exams & prepare model answers Attend lectures!
CIV4283
S2
Transport Sam Hughes
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Transport Project Decision-Making Travel Demand Management Survey Methods Transport Network Modelling Urban Transport Technology Freight Transport
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6% - In-Class Quizzes 19% - Research Paper & Poster 10% - Professional Writing Portfolio 20% - Transport Modelling Project 45% - Exam
Geoff Rose (9 weeks)
Majid Sarvi (3 weeks)
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Great ‘lectorial’ style Lots of written assessment Very well organised unit Research paper similar to CIV4248 & Final Year Project Engages you with reality of working in transport profession, particularly in research
CIV3203
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Construction Trent Hopkins
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Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) Inspection Testing Plan (Quality) Project Scheduling Environment Management Plan (EMP )
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35% - Individual Work Placement Report (Max 5000 words) 45% - M80 Ring Road Upgrade: Written Report 20% - M80 Ring Road Upgrade: Oral Presentation
Prof. Frank Collins
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Requires a lot of work for a HD! Marking rubric unclear for placement report – the more depth you go into the, the better!! Those with practical experience will rely on common sense in the major project Maintain contacts from workforce – This will assist in the major project & placement report
CIV4212
S2
Civil Craig Rodriques
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Complete design of Monash Green Chemical Futures Facility (due to change next year however) Deep involvement between civil disciplines. Structural, Geotechnical, Water, Transport & Environmental New for 2014 – Architectural students
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Concept Design
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Detailed Design
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Oral Presentation – 10% Group, 5% Individual Executive Summary Report – 10%
Oral Presentation – 10% Group, 5% Individual Executive Summary Report – 15% Appendices – 10% Group, 30% Individual Drawings – 5%
Game-Breaking Performance – 5% (Additional)
Prof. Frank Collins
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Start & update report as you complete design tasks Keep up with weekly suggested activities Taste of real life engineering work Opportunity to use all skills learnt during 4 years of engineering
CIV4210/4211 Project A/Project B
Sam Hughes
What it is: ◦
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S1 &/or S2
A semester long project on a specific topic, typically research. Experimental, theoretical, or a literature review on a very specific area within 1 of the 4 technical disciplines.
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1 Semester Project (CIV4210 or CIV4211)
10% - Poster Proposal 75% - Final Report 15% - Oral Presentation
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2 Semester Project (CIV4210+CIV4211)
10% - Poster Proposal 5% - Preliminary Report 70% - Final Report 15% - Oral Presentation
CIV4210/4211 Project A/Project B
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In late January, you will be sent a list of project topics from each discipline Approximately 120 different topics, many can be undertaken by more than 1 person (assessments all individual, however) Each project on the list has:
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S1 &/or S2
A description of the project Name of project supervisor and co-supervisor Which semester(s) it can run in & how many credit points it is worth How many students can undertake the project Whether or not it is lab-based
You have ~1 month to decide & submit 6 preferences for projects, in order You will then be assigned a project shortly before semester commences
You can also organise your own project outside of the list!
CIV4210/4211 Project A/Project B
S1 &/or S2
Walk down the Civil Eng corridor to see plenty of posters from projects
CIV4210/4211 Project A/Project B
General Timeline ◦
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S1 &/or S2
10% Poster Proposal: A1 poster & short speech (Monday Week 4) 75% Final Report: 10 page report (Friday Week 12) 15% Oral Presentation: 10 min speech & Q&A (Monday Week 13) Various help sessions from using library resources, writing the report, & oral presentations provided throughout semester
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Poster printing is not immediate: do day before Work ahead & don’t start in Week 10: many projects can go wrong! Learn how to reference properly Use the given templates & get supervisors to review your drafts
Many subjects – all are difficult in their own special way Check your course handbook (for the year you started) to verify your subject options! Choose subjects that will help get you to where you want to go in the industry ◦
Don’t choose something because you think it might be ‘easy’ – chances are it will still be just as tough to do well
Do your best not to fall behind, & try not to let job applications drag you down
Site Tour with:
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Next Monday 3 PM! Contact us to sign-up Spots strictly limited! First-come-first-served!
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Next Wednesday 11 AM – 12:30 PM, in G37 Join the committee! Have a say in who will lead club for 2014
