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Spring Semester |
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Weighting Towards Module Mark (%)
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100
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Qualifying Condition(s)
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| Module Overview |
| This module brings together a number of themes of introduced in the first year in two group projects. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
Normal entry requirements for degree course in Civil Engineering |
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| Module Aims |
Skill development in the following:
- appraisal of structural and planning needs.
- determination and appraisal of solutions to design problems.
- structural design calculations.
- computer aided analysis and design.
- report writing, sketching.
- oral and visual presentations.
- group management and interpersonal skills.
- integration of Civil Engineering disciplines.
- extension of knowledge of structural design methods and principles related to sustainability, site layout in regard to health and safety design and costings.
- to provide contact with professional engineers and related professions.
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| Learning Outcomes |
The objectives are that, by the end of the module, students will be able to:
- identify solutions to planning and design problems.
- critically appraise alternative solutions.
- prepare detailed design calculations to a prescribed format.
- prepare working drawings.
- prepare a simple schedule of costs.
- prepare and manage meetings.
- give and take criticism.
- present work in reports and in oral and visual presentations.
- appreciate more complex structural forms and 3D structural behaviour.
- prepare a design to include ideas of sustainability and health and safety on site.
- appreciate constructional and planning constraints.
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| Module Content |
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Essential reading
None
Required reading
None
Recommended texts for reference
Course notes and a variety of reading related to specific projects. Further details will be given during the module.
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| Last Updated |
08 October 2009 |
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