Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)
2024 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2024 course information for continuing students only. |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) |
| Deakin course code | S460 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Campus | For students who commenced prior to 2024 |
| Duration | 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Course Map - enrolment planning tool | Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| CRICOS course code | 079998G Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8 |
* Only the first year of this Engineering program is available at the Melbourne Burwood Campus. Students enrolled at the Melbourne Burwood Campus will be required to transfer to the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus or online mode for the second year of their program. International students holding student visas – this course is registered for delivery to student visa holders at Geelong Waurn Ponds campus. | |
The final intake to this course version was in 2023. From 2024 please refer to S467 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) handbook entry. Students should contact a Student Adviser in Student Central for course and enrolment information. Further course structure information can be found in the Handbook archive. | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Other learning experiences
- Research and research-related study
Course overview
Graduate as an industry-ready civil engineer by studying Deakin’s Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours). You will combine contemporary theory with industry-led projects to develop the skills needed to confidently design, construct and maintain the built infrastructure systems that are vital in our day-to-day lives.
You will learn how to apply scientific and engineering principles to address complex problems and develop innovative solutions that are beneficial to organisations and the community.
In this Engineers Australia-accredited course, you will gain a deep understanding of the way infrastructure works, not just through textbooks, but by applying your skills in cutting edge engineering facilities. Work on industry-informed projects and undertake work placements to gain valuable real-world experience and build your professional networks.
Want to turn your big ideas into the creative solutions that power our future cities?
Deakin graduates are sought-after both in Australia and abroad. That’s because we train students in practical scenarios and look to develop skills beyond the technical. You will be highly valued for your skills in innovation, leadership, project management and communication, as well as your ability to anticipate and tackle the unknown challenges of tomorrow.
Throughout the course you will explore a diverse range of civil engineering disciplines related to structural, water, geotechnical and transportation engineering and civil engineering materials. Then you will put the theory you learn into practice in Deakin’s world-class, multi-million-dollar engineering precinct.
With hands-on experience, you will realise and validate your designs through combinations of computer simulation and testing. Key facilities available to civil engineering students include the geotechnical (soil and rock) testing lab, hydraulics and hydrology lab, two structural testing laboratories, and transportation simulation and data analytics software suites. You will also have access to a range of other facilities including 3D printers, a materials science corrosion and polymer lab, concrete and structural testing facilities and CNC machining centres.
In addition to traditional theory-based classes, 50% of each trimester is dedicated to learning via team-based projects. You will tackle real-world industry problems and research, design, test and evaluate solutions, with the support of our expert teaching staff.
Through project-oriented design-based learning (PODBL) in collaboration with industry, you will have the chance to apply scientific and engineering principles to solve situational challenges faced by businesses and communities. This real-world application gives you competitive insight into the social, cultural, global, ethical and environmental responsibilities of today’s engineer.
Take these skills even further during your Professional Engineering Practice unit, where you will have the opportunity to work in a real engineering team. Build your industry experience, create a professional network and get an insight into your future career options.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
Deakin’s Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) is accredited by Engineers Australia, which gives the degree international recognition, allowing graduates to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world.
Career opportunities
Graduates can expect to gain employment in a wide range of organisations such as construction companies, councils, water authorities, government bodies, public works departments and as consulting engineers.
Participation requirements
In order to satisfy course accreditation requirements, as specified and administered by Engineers Australia, all online enrolled students, or students enrolled online in specified units, are required to participate in campus-based learning activities at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) during intensive week each trimester to ensure that graduates possess and have demonstrated the minimum necessary knowledge and skill base, engineering application abilities, and professional skills, values and attitudes at successful completion of the course to be sufficiently prepared to enter professional engineering practice.
Attendance and participation in learning activities during intensive week is linked to assessment requirements within the Engineering programmes, and failure to attend may result in students not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment. This may result in a fail grade being awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.
International students: Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin online. To participate in the mandatory campus based scheduled sessions during the trimester intensive week, it is suggested that you apply for a tourist visa to enter Australia. Please be advised that Deakin University cannot guarantee that you will be granted a tourist visa by the Australian Government.
International students studying online may not be granted a visitor visa to complete mandatory components of the course at a campus.
Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Articulation and credit transfer
Flexible entry into the course allows students to upgrade their qualifications and to obtain credit for previous studies/experience. Applicants with appropriate TAFE qualifications or other approved post-secondary studies may apply for Recognition of prior learning. Credit may be considered for skills obtained in the workforce or by informal means.
Equipment requirements
Students must have access to a suitable computer and a network connection. The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course may also require that students have access to a range of software. Access to high-cost specialist equipment is provided but students may be required to purchase minor equipment for particular unit(s) as detailed in unit site.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study and their study discipline, and your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes | |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Demonstrate a comprehensive theory based understanding of engineering fundamentals and underpinning concepts in the natural and physical sciences. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and application of mathematics, numerical analyses, statistics and information technology in the context of engineering principles and practice. Demonstrate knowledge of contextual factors that impact on engineering including; Demonstrate fluent and systematic application of established engineering techniques, tools, resources and processes and, where appropriate, research principles and methods in: | |
| Communication | Communicate effectively in a range of contexts using oral, written, graphical and interpersonal communication to professional, non- professional and lay audiences. | |
| Digital literacy | Utilise a range of digital technologies and information sources to discover, select, analyse, employ, evaluate, and disseminate both technical and non-technical information. | |
| Critical thinking | Use critical and analytical thinking and judgment in evaluating data and information and integrating knowledge to develop new understanding and/or formulate appropriate engineering design solutions and manage their implementation, operation and delivery ensuring sustainable solutions. | |
| Problem solving | Apply creative, innovative and proactive approaches to complex engineering problems and projects. Plan and execute a research based project, professional project and/or piece of scholarship. | |
| Self-management | Demonstrate self-management through professional and ethical conduct, and identification and planning of future learning needs. | |
| Teamwork | Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership through creative, innovative and proactive behaviour. | |
| Global citizenship | Demonstrate ability to function effectively as an international engineer. | |
Approved by Faculty Board 27 June 2021
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours), students must attain 32 credit points, which must include the following:
- Thirty (30) credit points of core units
- 2 elective units (2 credit points) *
- Completion of three (3) zero-credit point compulsory units:
- SEJ010 Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning
- DAI001 Academic Integrity Module
- STP010 Career Tools for Employability
* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point). It is strongly recommended that the remaining elective be a level 3, 4, or 7 unit.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
Course structure
Core
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity Module (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SEJ010 | Introduction to Safety and Project Oriented Learning (0 credit points) |
| SET111 | Sustainable Design |
| SEJ104 | Engineering in Society + |
| SEB101 | Engineering Physics + |
| SIT199 | Applied Algebra and Statistics |
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SEJ103 | Materials Engineering Project (2 credit points)+ |
| SIT194 | Introduction to Mathematical Modelling |
| SEP105 | Introduction to Programming for Engineers |
Level 2 - Trimester 1
| SEJ202 | Field Investigation (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM218 | Fluid Mechanics + |
| SEP291 | Engineering Modelling |
Level 2 - Trimester 2
| SEJ201 | Structural Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEM216 | Stress and Failure Analysis + |
| SEV254 | Road and Pavement Engineering |
Level 3 - Trimester 1
| SEV301 | Water Engineering Design (2 credit points)+ |
| SEV322 | Hydrology and Hydraulics + |
| SEV320 | Theory of Structures |
Level 3 - Trimester 2
| SEV300 | Reinforced Concrete and Steel Structures (2 credit points)+ |
| SEV362 | Geotechnical Engineering |
| SEL703 | Professional Practice ^ |
Level 4 - Trimester 1
| SEJ441 | Engineering Project A (2 credit points)~ |
| SEV402 | Traffic and Transport Engineering |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
Level 4 - Trimester 2
| SEJ446 | Engineering Project B (2 credit points)~+ |
| SEN770 | Infrastructure Engineering |
Plus 1 SE level 3, 4, or 7 elective (one credit point) OR 1 elective (one credit point) *
* Students must complete at least one (1) level 3, 4 or 7 SE elective unit (one credit point).
~ It is recommended that students undertake SEJ441 and SEJ446 in consecutive trimesters.
^ Students are encouraged to complete this unit in Trimester 3 of the third year of study. Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
+ Students enrolled online for these units are required to attend campus mode conducted activities during the corresponding Intensive Activities in a trimester. Attendance at campus mode activities is linked to assessment requirements within the Engineering programs, failure to attend will result in not meeting the hurdle requirement of the respective assessment. Thus, a fail grade shall be awarded for the respective affected unit(s) for that particular trimester.
Work experience
Through SEL703 Professional Practice, you will gain industry experience by completing at least 30 to 60 days of practical work experience in an engineering workplace with assessment tasks designed to develop and enhance your understanding of the engineering profession, professional practice and continuing professional development, possible career outcomes, and the opportunity to establish valuable professional networks.
Other course information
Course duration
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
In your final year of the course, you may apply to undertake an international study tour to engage in a structured program of study, usually involving short project work overseas to gain discipline specific technical expertise and to enhance your global engineering awareness and experience.
Research and research-related study
The key assessment of research and research skills in the programme is through the two linked 2 credit point units in the final year of the course. The first of these units is for students to develop a detailed research proposal and undertake preliminary proof-of-concept or testing of their experimental methods. The second unit is designed to undertake the proposed research and critically evaluate the outcomes of the project. The project is predominantly student-led with direction from an academic supervisor that has expertise in the research field.