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I was the structures coordinator for the UNSW chapter of Engineers Without Borders and working with students and practicing engineers was a very special experience.
What's it all about?
■ There is a growing demand for civil engineers that have an appreciation and understanding of architectural principles, which UNSW services with this fantastic degree. Creativity and inventiveness are the key attributes of successful graduates, and the ultimate aim is to help students become not only great engineers, but conceptual thinkers.
What does it include?
■ This innovative degree extends the current Civil Engineering bachelor degree by including a number of subjects in Architecture. You'll develop an appreciation for beauty and be able to apply your mathematical abilities to challenge the traditional boundaries of structural design. You'll also gain an understanding of how to produce integrated and sustainable designs, as well as collaborate with architects and other professionals on the ground.
Where will you work?
■ UNSW graduates of this degree have been employed by specialist structural engineering consultancies, construction and contracting companies, federal, state and local government organisations, airport and harbour authorities, in project development, and as financial and management consultants in large corporations.
Dual degrees
■ Dual degrees are a great way of graduating with a wider breadth of knowledge, better preparing you for your future career. For more information, visit our dual degrees page to find one that suits your interests.
Program outlines
■ Sample program outlines are given in the tables below. If you would like to see a downloadable version of these outlines, please visit our student resources page.
Sample Program Outlines*
Semester 1
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ENGG1000 | Engineering Design and Innovation | A team project over a ten week period to solve a practical problem. The key skills developed include concept development, critical thinking and evaluation skills. |
| ARCH1080 | Introduction to Architecture and Enabling Skills | The course serves as an introduction to architectural literacy. |
| MATH1131 | Maths 1A | Assumed knowledge: Students will be expected to have achieved a combined mark of at least 100 in Mathematics and Mathematics Extension 1. |
| or | ||
| MATH1141 | Higher Maths 1A | You should take this course if you have a combined HSC Mathematics Extension 1 and 2 mark over 175. |
| PHYS1121 | Physics 1 | Assumed knowledge: HSC Physics and Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent. |
| or | ||
| PHYS1131 | Higher Physics 1A | Covers the same content as PHYS1121, however features more advanced assessment. HSC Physics and Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent. |
Semester 2
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CVEN1300 | Engineering Mechanics for Civil Engineers | Introductory subject in engineering mechanics dealing with statics and dynamics. |
| ARCH1121 | Architectural History and Theory 1 | |
| MATH1231 | Maths 1B | Prerequisites for this course are MATH1131 or MATH1141. |
| or | ||
| MATH1241 | Higher Maths 1B | Prerequisites for this course MATH1131 or MATH1141 with a mark of 65 or above. |
| Read more | First Year Elective | MATS1101 - Engineering Materials and Chemistry is recommended for this program |
Semester 1
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH1101 | Architectural Design Studio 1 | This studio lays down the disciplinary foundations for architectural design. |
| ARCH1142 | Architectural Communications | The course develops student skills in, and knowledge of, the modes and conventions of representing architectural forms, techniques and intentions. |
| CVEN2301 | Mechanics of Solids for Civil Engineers | Corequisite for this course is CVEN1300. |
| MATH2019 | Engineering Mathematics 2E | Prerequisite for this course is MATH1231 or MATH1241. |
Semester 2
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH1102 | Architectural Design Studio 2 | Prerequisite for this course is ARCH1101. |
| CVEN2002 | Engineering Computations | Prerequisite for this course is MATH1231 or MATH1241. |
| CVEN2303 | Structural Analysis and Modelling | Prerequisites for this course are CVEN1300 and CVEN2301. |
| CVEN2101 | Engineering Construction | An introduction to construction systems and processes. |
Semester 1
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CVEN2501 | Principles of Water Engineering | An Introduction to the concepts within water engineering. Assumed knowledge: CVEN1300 or equivalent. |
| CVEN3101 | Engineering Operations and Control | This course covers the general principles of construction organisation and control of engineering operations. |
| CVEN3202 | Soil Mechanics | An introduction to the fundamentals of soil mechanics. |
| CVEN3303 | Steel Structures | Prerequisites for this course are CVEN1300 and CVEN2301. |
Semester 2
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CVEN3203 | Applied Geotechnics and Engineering Geology | Prerequisites for this course are CVEN2201 or CVEN3202. |
| CVEN3304 | Concrete Structures | Prerequisites for this course are CVEN1300 and CVEN2301. |
| CVEN3502 | Water and Wastewater Engineering | Prerequisite for this course is CVEN2501. |
| Read more | Discipline Elective (FBE) | Students should select a course that interests them from the list of approved Discipline Electives. |
Semester 1
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CVEN4040 | Research Thesis A | Prerequisite: Wam >70 + 132 UOC complete. |
| or | ||
| CVEN4050 | Thesis A | Prerequisite: 132 UOC complete. |
| ARCH1201 | Architectural Design Studio 3 | Prerequisites for this course are ARCH1101 and ARCH1102 or ARCH1390. |
| CVEN3501 | Water Resources Engineering | An introduction to engineering hydrology and its application in water resources management and flood estimation. |
| CVEN4701 | Planning Sustainable Infrastructure | Prerequisite for this course is CVEN1701. |
Semester 2
| Course code | Course name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CVEN4041 | Research Thesis B | Prerequisite for this course is CVEN4040. |
| or | ||
| CVEN4051 | Thesis B | Prerequisite for this course is CVEN4050. |
| Read more | Discipline Elective (CVEN) | Students should select a course that interests them from the list of approved Discipline Electives. |
| Read more | Discipline Elective (FBE) | Students should select a course that interests them from the list of approved Discipline Electives. |
| Read more | Discipline Elective (CVEN) | Students should select a course that interests them from the list of approved Discipline Electives. |
* To find more information about the courses and to view the course outlines, see the programs page on the School of Civil Engineering website. The programs outlined above are intended as a guide only. The Faculty of Engineering reserves the right to change any information herein without prior notice. Students should seek approval from their relevant Schools before using these guides.
