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Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 412502 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February and July |
| | Past OP cut-off: | | 12 |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 76 |
| | Assumed knowledge: | | English (4, SA) and Maths B (4, SA) |
| | Preparatory studies: | | MATHS: QUT unit Preparatory Mathematics as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Education course Mathematics Bridging. ENGLISH: Successful completion of a year of full-time vocational or tertiary study. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 056529D |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $11,250 (indicative) per semester
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February; July |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 4 years |
| | Total credit points: | | 384 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Gardens Point |
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Why choose this course?
The Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering at QUT is dedicated to quality teaching and learning. The Faculty's interactions with industry and high academic standard make it a unique place to study.
Career outcomes
The contemporary focus of this degree results in strong career opportunities. Salaries for graduate engineers start at $40,000 and up to $100,000 for project engineers and senior engineers.
You will join graduates like Jason Langer who works for Robert Bird and Partners. Jason has worked on large construction sights in places such as London, Sydney, Melbourne and Dubai.
Practical teaching
You will graduate with generic skills in leadership, teamwork, communication, and creative thinking. You will study project-based learning units focusing on design and construction.
Industry links
You will be exposed to ideas and experience of guest lecturers and industry professionals. Graduates include many industry leaders in Australia. Our academic staff are industry experienced and also members of international networks and collaborative research projects.
Course structure
You will have the opportunity to work with other students and staff in the student-run laboratory classes and on real world projects which will enhance your knowledge and develop your problem solving skills. While enrolled in the course you will also undertake industrial experience making you work ready and giving you an employment edge.
Facilities / technology
You will use specialist computer software to solve difficult problems such as structural frame analysis, ground water flow and transport networks. Our programs are responsive and relevant to the changing needs of the industry and the society we live in. Experiential and practical learning opportunities are provided through specially designed learning environments and traditional laboratory areas. Facilities that integrate virtual and web based material with physical equipment ensure that you will get the opportunity to learn by doing which is an important part of engineering education.
Convenience
You will study at QUT's Gardens Point campus in the centre of Brisbane, within easy walking distance to public transport, including buses, trains and ferries.
Who should do this course?
If you are interested in any of the following, you may enjoy a career in Civil Engineering:
technology and construction.
how things work.
the environment.
Additional Admission Information
Applicants who are offered a place and eligible to receive 168 credit points (or more) of advanced standing will be admitted to the CE44 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil).
Recommended Study
Chemistry, Maths C and Physics.
Career Outcomes
Civil engineers plan, design, construct, operate and maintain roads, bridges, dams, water supply schemes, sewerage systems, transportation, harbours, canals, dockyard facilities, airports, railways, factories and large buildings. Civil engineers may gain employment with Local, State and Commonwealth Governments, semi-government agencies, construction firms, power generating authorities, mining firms, property developers and consulting engineering firms. A small number are employed in research activities and teaching. After obtaining suitable experience there is also the opportunity to establish their own consulting engineering practice.
Overview
This course allows you to develop your knowledge in a number of areas such as: Structural Analysis and Design, Computer Applications, Transport Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Mechanics, Water Engineering, Construction Management, Waste Management. Environmental major; Sustainable development, waste management, toxic site rehabilitation, water & wastewater.
Professional Recognition
Full professional accreditation from Engineers Australia has been given for this course.
Minors
You will have the opportunity to undertaken two minors; a minor is four units (48
credit points) in the same discipline. For professional recognition you will undertake an Applications minor which consists of a Work Place Integrated Learning unit, a project unit and two specialised civil engineering units. The second minor may be taken from an approved list outside your discipline.
Mid-year Entry
This course is also offered as an accelerated program for mid-year entry students, in which the course can be completed in three and a half years full-time through attendance at the Summer Program.
Applicants who are offered place and eligible to receive 72 credit points (or more) of advanced standing will be admitted to the CE45 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil).
Special Course Requirements
A candidate for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) must obtain at least 60 days of industrial experience/practice in an engineering environment as approved by the course coordinator.
International Student Entry
International students must maintain an enrolment program that will allow them to complete their course within the specified timeframe of their eCoE (electronic Confirmation of Enrolment).
Course Structure
| Code | Title | | Year 1 - Semester 1 | | BEB100 | Introducing Professional Learning | | ENB101 | Engineering Mechanics 1 | | ENB104 | Engineering Materials | | MAB131 | Engineering Mathematics 1A | | | OR | | MAB180 | Engineering Mathematics 1B | | Year 1- Semester 2 | | BEB200 | Introducing Sustainability | | ENB102 | Engineering Mechanics 2 | | ENB103 | Electrical Engineering | | MAB132 | Engineering Mathematics 2A | | | OR | | MAB182 | Engineering Mathematics 2B | | Year 2 - Semester 1 | | ENB271 | Design of Structural Timber and Earthworks | | ENB272 | Geotechnical Engineering 1 | | ENB273 | Civil Materials | | MAB233 | Engineering Mathematics 3 | | Year 2 - Semester 2 | | ENB201 | Fluid Mechanics | | ENB274 | Design of Environmentally Sustainable Systems | | ENB275 | Project Engineering 1 | | ENB276 | Structural Engineering 1 | | Year 3 - Semester 1 | | ENB372 | Design and Planning of Highways | | ENB375 | Structural Engineering 2 | | ENB378 | Water Engineering | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 3 - Semester 2 | | ENB371 | Geotechnical Engineering 2 | | ENB376 | Transport Engineering | | ENB377 | Water and Waste Water Treatment Engineering | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 4 - Semester 1 | | BEB701 | Work Integrated Learning 1 | | BEB801 | Project 1 | | ENB471 | Design of Concrete Structures and Foundations | | | Applications Minor Selective | | Year 4 - Semester 2 | | ENB472 | Project Engineering 2 | | | Applications Minor Selective | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Applications Minor Selectives | | | Semester 1: | | ENB379 | Transport Engineering and Planning Applications | | ENB380 | Environmental Law and Assessment | | ENB475 | Structural Engineering 3 | | ENB478 | Advanced Water Engineering | | ENB485 | Advanced Geotechnical Engineering Practice | | | Semester 2: | | BEB802 | Project 2 | | ENB373 | Design and Construction of Steel Structures | | ENB383 | Environmental Resource Management | | ENB473 | Design and Construction of Multi-storey Buildings | | ENB474 | Finite Element Methods | | ENB476 | Civil Engineering Design Project | | ENB481 | Civil Engineering Project Management |
Potential careers
Civil Engineer
Environmental Engineer
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