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Background Civil Engineering takes its name from the division of engineering in the Middle Ages between military and civilian works. The profession of Civil Engineering was recognized by the formation of the Institution of Civil Engineers (UK) in 1825. In the 19th Century, the broadening scope of engineering led to … For more content click the Read More button below. After contracting its sphere of interest over a long period of time, Civil Engineering is now broadening its scope with the recognition of the wider implications of its effects on modern society. Attention is given both to the interaction between civil engineering and other disciplines and to the effect of Civil Engineering works on the environment. Present day civil engineering has maintained strong commonality with military engineering - the design and construction of facilities such as roads, bridges, airfields, buildings, water supply and waste treatment facilities, structures of all types, and the associated planning and management of projects. Program Description Engineering degrees offered by UNSW Canberra aim to provide outstanding engineering education to the future leaders of the Australian Defence Force and civilian students to pursue excellence through contributions to the engineering profession, industry and the community. The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering program is of four years duration and the degree may be awarded at Honours Class I, Honours Class II, Division I or Honours Class II, Division II. These honours levels will be displayed on the final testamur. Candidates who do not achieve Honours Class I or II will receive a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering with no honours level displayed. The engineering programs at UNSW Canberra have been granted full accreditation by Engineers Australia. In the first year, students will complete most fundamental science, mathematics and computing courses. During the second and third years, students will be required to complete all core civil engineering courses in areas of structures, construction materials, geotechnics, transportation, hydraulics and environmental engineering. In the final year, all students will complete both final year thesis and integrated design project to enhance their skills in solving complex civil engineering problems. Furthermore, all students will also take two technical electives which will further enhance their technical knowledge in specific areas of civil engineering.

Learning Outcomes

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Students will be able to relate a quantitative, theory-based understanding of the sciences and engineering fundamentals of civil engineering (encompassing structural analysis and design, infrastructure planning and design, water and environmental technologies, and construction materials, technologies and project management).
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Students will be able to appropriately select and apply the mathematical, statistical, programming and computational tools and techniques which underpin civil engineering
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Students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of design and construction techniques and standards, and articulate directions of future research and knowledge development in civil engineering.
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Students will synthesise engineering design practice, contextual factors, norms and accountabilities in and the limitations on civil engineering
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Students will define, conduct experiments on and analyse complex, open-ended problems and apply appropriate methods for their solution.
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Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying systematic engineering synthesis and design processes, and critically evaluating and effectively communicating the results and implications to all audiences.
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Students will be able to operate in collaborative environments, as leader or member of interdisciplinary teams.
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Students will demonstrate independence, creativity and ethical conduct, and explain the importance of user-focused and sustainable solutions.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 192 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

The prescribed program structure of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering degree is shown below. Each year of the program comprises a number of School-based courses (identified by the prefix ZEIT) and courses taught by other Schools within UNSW Canberra.

Completion of each year, thereby allowing progression to the next year, is normally achieved by satisfactory progress in each of the courses given in that year. At the discretion of the Head of School, students may be allowed to concurrently enrol in courses from more than one year of the program.

1. Core Courses - 162 UOC
2. Technical Elective Courses - 18 UOC
3. General Education Courses - 12 UOC

Disciplinary Component162 Units of Credit:
Technical Electives18 Units of Credit:
General Education12 Units of Credit:

Program Constraints

Maturity Rule

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Admission Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

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Program Requirements

Compulsory Training Component

Before graduation a candidate shall complete 60 days of approved practical engineering experience. Work experience consists of internships/placements in conventional professional engineering workplaces where significant technical engineering tasks related to the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are undertaken. Internships/placements include those undertaken in either civilian or Defence establishments.
Work experience placements can consist of placements in a university setting that includes working in a research group or other programs (i.e. mentorship, project-based program, immersion experience, etc), where the student gains exposure to engineering related tasks, technical skills and professional development. Such university-based placements can account for maximum 30 days full-time equivalent.
The minimum duration of each work experience placement must be 5 days full-time equivalent. Maximum of 5 placements in different organizations are permitted.
Students can claim up to a total of 15 days, full-time equivalent, of work experience by partaking in activities such as engineering related projects, professional events, site-visits, leadership roles, workshops, etc. during their program. In making this claim, the student must provide detailed justification, in their reflection journal, comparing the engineering work experience learning outcomes listed by Engineers Australia against those gained during the various activities.
Students can claim Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) through application made to the engineering work experience coordinator who will assess this on a case-to-case basis.

Progression Requirements

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Associated Programs

Similar Program

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - BE (Hons)4477 - Civil Engineering (Honours) (CDF)

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Engineers Australia

Career Opportunities

For defence graduates, a Civil Engineer in the ADF may be employed in the Royal Australian Engineers Corps of the Australian Army or as an Airfield Engineering Officer in the RAAF. The degree will provide graduates with professional engineering design, construction and management skills on a broad spectrum of engineering tasks required by the Australian Defence Force. Graduates will also develop enhanced planning and decision making skills and technical expertise to provide guidance to superiors and direction to subordinates, as required of Service officers.

For non-defence graduates, they will have a wide range of career prospects in different areas of civil and infrastructure engineering including buildings and construction, geotechnical and infrastructure designs, transportation and traffic planning, project management, sustainable development, environmental protection and management.

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Honours Classes

Program Fees

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