Building Research Project 2

Course aim

To provide experience under supervision in the planning, conduct, reporting and analysis of research on a topic related to the construction industry.

Course content

Research planning, research proposal, formulation of objectives, literature survey, planning and collection of data, analysis of results, synthesis of knowledge from information and data, examination of findings and presentation of research report.

Textbook(s)

Winckel, A & Hart B 1995, Report writing style guide for engineering students, 2nd edition, Faculty of Engineering, University of South Australia

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
BUIL 4023	Building Research Project 1

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Directed Study	1 hour x fortnightly

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Communication with the supervisor, End of term report: full version of the dissertation

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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