CIVL4591
10 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
Provides a problem-based introduction to design techniques in environmental engineering. Several applications are considered with an emphasis on real-world problems typically encountered by graduates. The problems are set by practicing engineers and cover most aspects of environmental engineering design.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Apply environmental engineering design philosophies to a multifaceted project.
2. Apply research and design skills acquired in earlier courses in environmental engineering and related disciplines to solve design problems and conduct investigations
3. Communicate design solutions.
4. Develop an appreciation of the social, economic and institutional factors affecting environmental engineering design and investigation.
5. Develop the ability to function effectively as a member of a design team.
Content
Broadly covers analysis of environmental problems and development of sustainable, economic solutions. This may include investigation for environmental impact assessment and design of pollution control systems. Students typically visit sites of interest, and interact with a broad range of professionals, regulatory authorities and practicing engineers.One major design project is undertaken, led by an outside consulting engineer with internal academic supervision.
Assumed knowledge
Students must satisfy standard entry requirements for fourth year environmental engineering.
Assessment items
Presentation: Seminar 1
Project: Report 1
Presentation: Seminar 2
Project: Report 2
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Integrated Learning Session-2
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- CIVL4591 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 184.9 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.