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Start Date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
LHMI

SATAC Code
434014 (Packaged)

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Entry Requirements
Selection Rank (Guaranteed): 72.00 (for 2025)
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Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math Methods
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Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics
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Aim

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil) uses an industry focused, project-based teaching and learning approach to develop professional civil engineers who are well prepared to work in diverse, interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in a socially and culturally appropriate manner.

Content & Structure

The program consists of a common first year across all Engineering disciplines. The first two years of the program provide an introduction to the main areas available in civil engineering, a broad base in engineering, science, and maths, as well as other skills such as design, problem solving, team work and communication that are essential for professional practice as an engineer. In third year students focus in detail on structural, water and geotechnical engineering - and their interaction with the environment. Third year continues the professional practice development through a focus on business management knowledge required by engineers. Half of fourth year is devoted to major projects, both design and research, with the remainder allowing students to choose from a range of advanced electives in their area of interest. Work-integrated learning is facilitated through the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program, requiring students to gain at least 450 hours (60 days FTE) of skills and competencies through a range of engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and events. Industry internship options are also available.

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What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Programming Concepts COMP 1045 4.5
Engineering Materials RENG 1005 4.5
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1 MATH 1063 4.5
Sustainable Engineering Practice ENGG 1003 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2 MATH 1064 4.5
Electrical and Electronic Systems EEET 1027 4.5
Engineering Mechanics MENG 1012 4.5
Engineering Design and Innovation ENGG 1004 4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Engineering Modelling MATH 2009 4.5
Mechanics of Materials CIVE 2005 4.5
Introduction to Surveying and Spatial Sciences GEOE 1018 4.5
Engineering and Environmental Geology EART 3012 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Water Engineering CIVE 2010 4.5
Project Management for Engineers ENGG 2004 4.5
Road Design and Traffic Management CIVE 2012 4.5
Civil Engineering Techniques CIVE 2009 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Design Management for Engineers ENGG 3006 4.5
Soil Mechanics CIVE 3008 4.5
Steel and Timber Design CIVE 3013 4.5
Hydraulics and Hydrology CIVE 3009 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Water Resources Systems Design CIVE 3010 4.5 Note(s): 5
Geotechnical Engineering CIVE 3007 4.5 Note(s): 5
Reinforced Concrete Design CIVE 3003 4.5 Note(s): 5
Civil Elective Note(s): 1,6
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Engineering Industry Experience ENGG 4017 0 Rule(s): 1,2
Engineering Capstone Experience A ENGG 4007 4.5 Note(s): 3,5
Engineering Honours Project A ENGG 4009 4.5 Note(s): 3,5
Traffic Engineering CIVE 4039 4.5 Note(s): 5
Civil Honours Electives 4.5 Note(s): 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Engineering Capstone Experience B ENGG 4008 4.5 Note(s): 3,5
Engineering Honours Project B ENGG 4010 4.5 Note(s): 3,5
Advanced Soil Mechanics CIVE 5083 4.5 Note(s): 2,5
Civil Honours Electives 4.5 Note(s): 1,2,5

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