Introduction
The unit introduces the field of civil engineering. Students will learn methods for solving problems in civil engineering as applied to structural, geotechnical, and water resources projects. The translation of theoretical concepts into designs will be demonstrated through examples involving buildings, tunnels, dams, roads, water supply, stormwater and wastewater systems, coastal protection, and energy infrastructure. With the imperative to reduce carbon emission and adapt to increasing natural hazards, this unit will also introduce Climate Safe principles for design, including analysis of embedded carbon, circular use of materials, forecasting for future impacts, and use of natural materials. Through practical laboratory work, students will observe systems of forces in structural elements, ground materials, and fluid-structure interactions. The skills developed in this unit establish the foundations for further studies in civil engineering.
Summary
| Unit name | Civil Engineering Foundations |
| Unit code | ENG106 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Professor Tim Finnigan |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Apply the concepts of forces, moments, and equilibrium to solve problems related to static structures.
- Characterise granular materials and clay substrates to determine geotechnical properties for civil construction and excavation works.
- Calculate flow rates and related forces on civil hydraulic structures as related to transportation, energy and environmental systems.
- Outline the essential 'life-cycle' elements of a major civil infrastructure project including the impact on climate, community and environment.
- Discuss the role of a civil engineer in establishing a climate safe future.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3 hours workshops per week, 1 hour tutorial per week, 3x 3-hour labs per semester. |
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| Assessment | Class Test 1 (15%)|Class Test 2 (15%)|Laboratory / Practical Report (30%)|Project (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Any Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator |
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