Study information

Civil Engineering Design Studies - 2023 entry

MODULE TITLECivil Engineering Design Studies CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENG3203DA MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 4 2 0
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 25
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content
"The Bird's Nest" Olympic stadium was a triumphant engineering project - but what were the design and construction methods behind this masterpiece? The case study element of this course explores civil engineering feats such as this, enhancing your industry design knowledge.
 
This module brings to life the civil engineering profession by practically introducing you to every aspect of construction management, analysing real design case studies and by taking a more advanced look at composite structure. An outstanding opportunity is also offered here to connect with industry via a student counselling scheme enabling you to interview mentors in their workplace.
 
Prerequisite module: ECM3201 Structural Engineering, ECM3202 Geotechnics 2 or equivalent
AIMS - intentions of the module

By the end of this course, you will have integrated the knowledge obtained from previous modules with new experience of construction management and further composite design. Completing the design case study project will also have improved your teamwork, presentation skills and knowledge by exposing you to a variety of existing structures, engineering projects, and enabling you to explore the conceptual design, materials, structural systems and problem-solving involved in their design and construction.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

This module contributes to learning outcomes:

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge; 

  1. Understand construction management techniques and processes.
  2. Comprehend the roles of the various professionals in construction, the contractual arrangements between them, and the reasons behind the adoption of various forms of contract.
  3. Recognize a firm understanding of the issues of safety in construction.
  4. Appreciate the requirements and priorities of civil engineering professionals and their professional institutions.
  5. Demonstrate detailed design knowledge of a chosen type of civil engineering system or structure, with an understanding of different design scenarios;
  6. Carry out structural work according to structural design codes.

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge 

  1. Apply your engineering knowledge to the analysis and design of real systems and structures and to processes in construction.

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge 

  1. Show improved small group working skills, and presentation techniques;
  2. Illustrate strong abilities in reporting, analysis, and objective criticism.

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
  • Design Process (RIBA Stages 0 to 5).
  • Construction Professionals.
  • Fundamental understanding of structural frame.
  • Composite structural design.
  • Computer analysis of structural frame.
  • Use of hand calculations to check computer analysis.
  • Different contract types and relevance to project objectives.
     Claims and variations under contract.
     Case study on a major construction project, looking at design criteria, design principles, construction, safety, and environmental considerations.
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 50 Guided Independent Study 50 Placement / Study Abroad 50
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 20 Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 20 Tutorials
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 10 Workshops
Guided Independent Study 50 Preparation, private study
Placement 50 Learning at work
     

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
       
       
       
       
       
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 100 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams 0
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Coursework – design case study 50 3,000-word design report, or equivalent, and 15-minute presentation 1-9 Written feedback via BART system
Coursework – composite structure design 50 3,000 words, or equivalent, design report 1-9 Written feedback via BART system

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
All above 100% Coursework All Referral/deferral period
       

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES
If a module is normally assessed entirely by coursework, all referred/deferred assessments will normally be by assignment.
 
If a module is normally assessed by examination or examination plus coursework, referred and deferred assessment will normally be by examination. For referrals, only the examination will count, a mark of 40% being awarded if the examination is passed. For deferrals, candidates will be awarded the higher of the deferred examination mark or the deferred examination mark combined with the original coursework mark.
RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Basic reading:

 

ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk

 

Web based and Electronic Resources:

 

Other Resources:

 

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set The Steel Construction Institute (eds Davison, Buick, Owens, Graham, W) Steel Designers’ Manual The Steel Construction Institute (Blackwell Science Ltd) 2005 978-1-4051-3412-5
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES ECM3201, ECM3202
CO-REQUISITE MODULES
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Tuesday 14th March 2017 LAST REVISION DATE Wednesday 4th October 2023
KEY WORDS SEARCH Civil engineering; design; construction management.

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