Available in 2024
Course code

CIVL6541

Units

10 units

Level

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

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