CIVL6541
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course provides a practical introduction to investigation and design techniques in water engineering. The emphasis is on a realistic problem requiring investigation of several options in a multi-objective context and conceptual design. The problem is set by a practising engineer.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Develop investigation and conceptual design skills in a multi-objective, multi-option problem framework
2. Apply research and design skills to solve design problems
3. Work as part of a design team
4. Communicate and interact at a professional level
5. Demonstrate a sophistication and maturity in approach to and execution of project with evidence of professional level skills and attitudes
Content
- Investigation of a range of water engineering options in a multi-objective context
- Hydrologic analysis
- Conceptual hydraulic/water resources design
Requisite
This course has similar content to CIVL4541. If you have completed CIVL4541, you cannot enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
Content covered in CIVL6400 Water Engineering
Assessment items
Report: Client Proposal
Report: Final Report/Debrief
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 4 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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