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CIVILENG 1002 - Introduction to Infrastructure
Course Details
| Course Code | CIVILENG 1002 |
|---|---|
| Course | Introduction to Infrastructure |
| Coordinating Unit | Civil Engineering |
| Term | Semester 2 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Location/s | North Terrace Campus |
| Units | 3 |
| Contact | Up to 4 hours per week |
| Available for Study Abroad and Exchange | Y |
| Assessment | Assessment, in-class quiz, exam |
Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Phillip Visintin
Introduction to Infrastructure is co-delivered by A/Prof. Michael Leonard (Weeks 1-4), A/Prof. Giang Nguyen (Weeks 5-8) and Dr Yien Lik Kuo (Weeks 9-12).
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
An outline of programmed lecture, workshop and tutorial times and locations can be found on the Course Planner. Note that not all programmed times will be used throughout the semester, please refer to MyUni for scheduled activities each week.
Other workshop and tutorial sessions will be as shown on Access Adelaide. Please attend the class that you have enrolled in.
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Identify elements of infrastructure, both locally and globally at a range of scales and their interactions with one another.
2. Understand and evaluate the environmental, economic, social and sustainability constraints of infrastructure projects.
3. Apply problem solving, teamwork and communication strategies to real life scenarios.
4. Interpret existing and develop new engineering drawings of infrastructure.
5. Analyse and evaluate the current condition of the nation's infrastructure.
The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia Entry to Practice Competency Standard for the Professional Engineer. The course develops the following EA Elements of Competency to levels of introductory (A), intermediate (B), advanced (C):
| 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.6 |
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| B | B | A | — | B | B | C | A | A | — | A | B | B | — | B | B |
University Graduate Attributes
| University Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome(s) |
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Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
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Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges. |
2,3 |
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Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals. |
2,3,4 |
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Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities. |
1,5 |
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Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society. |
3,4 |
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Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions. |
Required Resources
Recommended Resources
Engineering by Natasha McCarty, Oneworld Publications
Online Learning
Additional resources such as lecture slides, tutorials and the workshop or design project will be provided on MyUni. Students are expected to regularly check on MyUni for course announcements and utilise the Discussion Board for additional contact.
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
- online, pre-recorded lectures
- tutorials
- design sessions and group workshops
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The course will be delivered in hybrid mode, with the lectures consisting of a series of online modules, which will be typically one-hour in duration each week. A one-hour face-to-face tutorial session will be held each week of the semester, and in Weeks 1 to 8, a 2-hour small group discovery session will also be scheduled.
Typically, students should expect 4 hours of scheduled contact each week, with an additional 3 hours per week to complete the required assignments.
Learning Activities Summary
Lectures and tutorials will be offered on the following topics:
Prof. Martin Lambert
1. Overview of infrastructure and its role in society
2. Introduction to water engineering and water resources
3. Introduction to transport engineering
Prof. (Alex) Ching Tai Ng
4. Introduction to structural engineering
5. Introduction to drawing for civil engineers
6. Life-cycle Costing for Civil Engineers
Prof. Mark Jaksa
7. Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering
8. Historical Perspective of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure
9. Grand Challenges in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Design Workshop reports x 3 - 22%
Tutorials x4 - 8%
Topics 4-6
Structural Engineering Project - 35% (20% design report, truss drawings 10%, 5% truss testing)
Structural Engineering online tutorials - 5%
Topics 7-9
Geotechnical Engineering Project - 20%
Historical Perspective of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure assignment -10%
In accordance with the Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy, Procedure 1a. i: An exemption from the stated requirement that group assessment activities total no more than 30% has been granted.
Assessment Related Requirements
Assessment Detail
Weeks 1 to 4 (30%):
Tutorial 1: Locating Services (2%)
Tutorial 2: Water Resources, Catchments and Rainfall (2%)
Tutorial 3: Flow in Rivers and Pipes (2%)
Tutorial 4: Transportation Engineering (Traffic Flows) (2%)
Workshop Report 1: Engineering the Future (8%)
Workshop Report 2: Water Supply from a Catchment (8%)
Workshop Report 3: Multi-modal Transport Systems (6%)
Weeks 5 to 8 (40%):
Structural Engineering Design Assignment (35%)
Structural Engineering online tutorials (5 x 1% each)
Weeks 9 to 12 (30%):
Geotechnical Engineering Retaining Wall Design Assignment (20%)
Historical Perspective of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Video Assignment (10%)
Specific details of these assignments will be provided on MyUni.
Submission
Weeks 1 to 4:
Tutorial 1: Locating Services: Week 2
Tutorial 2: Water Resources, Catchments and Rainfall: Week 3
Tutorial 3: Flow in Rivers and Pipes: Week 4
Tutorial 4: Transportation Engineering (Traffic Flows): Week 5
Workshop Report 1: Engineering the Future: Week 4
Workshop Report 2: Water Supply from a Catchment: Week 5
Workshop Report 3: Multi-modal Transport Systems: Week 6
Weeks 5 to 8:
Structural Engineering Design Assignment: Week 8
Structural Engineering online tutorials: Weeks 5 to 8
Weeks 9 to 12:
Geotechnical Engineering Retaining Wall Design Assignment: Week 12
Historical Perspective of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Video Assignment: Week 13
Specific dates will be provided during the course via MyUni.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)| Grade | Mark | Description |
|---|---|---|
| FNS | Fail No Submission | |
| F | 1-49 | Fail |
| P | 50-64 | Pass |
| C | 65-74 | Credit |
| D | 75-84 | Distinction |
| HD | 85-100 | High Distinction |
| CN | Continuing | |
| NFE | No Formal Examination | |
| RP | Result Pending |