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Master of Engineering (Civil & Structural) M.EngC&S
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1 year (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

Civil and Structural engineers create and maintain much of the physical infrastructure of society while managing and conserving our natural resources. The goal is to do this in a sustainable manner. This ensures that we can provide adequate infrastructure and natural resources for current generations, without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. Civil engineers are responsible for the planning, design and construction of bridges, buildings, structures, roads, water supply, dams, pipelines, sewerage treatment facilities, drainage, pollution control equipment and coastal management facilities 

This program offers candidates the chance to specialise in cutting-edge technologies aligned to their career pathways. It is suitable for engineering graduates with Honours who wish to pursue further studies, as well as engineers with relevant work experience. Successful candidates may articulate to the Master of Engineering (Advanced).

This 24-unit program includes 9 units of core courses comprising statistics, system modelling, and management and is designed to provide generic skills applicable across all fields of engineering. The remaining 15 units are discipline specific courses providing additional technical material at a level beyond that of a first engineering degree.

Intending students should consult the program coordinator early in the year in which they plan to study to check when particular courses or projects will be available.

Program Structure

This 24 unit program is suitable for engineering graduates with Honours who wish to pursue further studies, as well as engineers with relevant work experience (up to 12 additional units of enabling courses may be required depending on the exact nature of the applicants qualifications - this may extend study by one semester).

The program includes 9 units of core courses designed to provide generic skills applicable across all fields of engineering. The remaining 15 units are of discipline specific civil and structural engineering courses that provide additional technical material at a level beyond that of a first engineering degree. The selection of the latter courses will enable candidates to explore a sub-discipline at some depth or acquire further knowledge across a broad front.

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Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant? ?

SATAC Code 3CM060
Annual tuition fees ?
Australian Full-fee place: $20,400
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
You must have a completed Honours degree in a related discipline of Engineering or equivalent.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3CM060

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Relevant Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or equivalent
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,000
Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Areas of Specialisation

Civil & Structural Engineering

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Total of units required for this program - 24 units

Year 1

Semester 1

  • TECHCOMM 5021 Applied Project Management I (3 units)
  • APP MTH 7054 System Modelling & Simulation (3 units) 
    or
    COMP SCI 7077 System Modelling & Simulation (3 units)
  • Elective course (3 units)
  • Elective course (3 units)

Semester 2

  • STATS 7053 Statistics in Engineering (3 units)
  • Elective course (3 units)
  • Elective course (3 units)
  • Elective course (3 units)
Elective Choices

 Elective choices must comply with the following rules:

  • A maximum of 3 units of Management electives may be selected 

Civil & Structural Electives


  • C&ENVENG 7033 Structural Dynamics due to Wind and Earthquake (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7034 Deep Foundation Engineering & Design (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7035 Expansive Soils & Footing Design (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7036 Water Resources Optimisation and Modelling (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7037 Water Distribution Systems & Design (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7038 Coastal Engineering & Design (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7042 Advanced Reinforced Concrete (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7046 FRP Retrofitting of Concrete Structures (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7047 Analysis of Rivers and Sediment Transport (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7048 Water Resources Sustainability and Design (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7059 Structural Response to Blast Loading (3 units)
  • C&ENVENG 7061 Computer Methods of Structural Analysis and Design (3 units)

    Management Electives

    Note:
    The availability of all elective courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments.

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    Career Opportunities

    Technical engineering fields in chosen specialisation.

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    Graduate Attributes

    • Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
    • The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
    • An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
    • Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
    • A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
    • A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
    • A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
    • An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

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