Course Outline Name of Subject: Civil Engineering Construction Code: COTE210D Credits: 3 (Class 3) Learning and Support Time:

Lecture : 36 Hours Tutorial: 9 Hours Laboratory/Studio/Field Trip: Students should supplement their Lecture notes with background reading (Journals, Digests, etc.), to discuss current methods and techniques and to make informed decisions based on clear, logical thinking. Prerequisite(s): COSC110D, COTE110D Aims/Description: This course aims to introduce and develop an understanding of the fundamental techniques, processes and materials associated with civil engineering construction. The role and responsibilities of the civil engineer within the construction industry is examined in the context of the development of infrastructure projects and the contribution of all members of the team, including construction professionals. This is a specialist unit in the UTT National Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology Programme and must be undertaken by all students. Assessment: 1. Assignments should be used for in-course assessment, with an examination forming the end of unit component. An equal weighting for performance grading is recommended. 2. Assessment should concentrate on the comprehension, reasoning, and application of how, where, and when to use suitable materials, processes, procedures, plant and techniques. Field Trip:

Recommended Text: Construction Technology Handbook - R. Chudley Reference Text: Civil Engineering Construction B.G. Fletcher And S.A. Levan Modern Construction And Ground Engineering Equipment And Methods F. Harris Highway Construction And Maintenance J. Watson Introduction To Civil Engineering Construction R. Holmes Materials In Construction Dr G.D. Taylor Course Content 1: Techniques, processes and materials (70%) Learning Outcome: Describe a range of fundamental techniques, processes and materials used in the design, planning and construction of a range of civil engineering works Indicative Content 1.1 Ground works: site surveys, site geology, site history, potential ground contaminants, water table, groundwater control by pumping, dewatering and drainage, earthworks, embankments, cuttings, tunnels, retaining walls; relevant techniques, processes, materials and associated construction plant. 1.2 Foundations and substructure: different types of foundation in plain or reinforced concrete; strip, pad, raft, piles, basements; relevant techniques, processes, materials and associated construction plant. 1.3 Superstructure for medium and high-rise buildings: frames, connections, floors, wall claddings, roof coverings; relevant techniques, processes, materials and associated construction plant. 1.4 External works: flexible and rigid pavement construction, service roads, lorry and car parks, highway drainage details; relevant techniques, processes and associated construction plant. 1.5 Materials: aggregates, concrete, bituminous materials, steel, timber.

2: Infrastructure projects (10%) Learning Outcome: Define infrastructure projects and determine the contribution made by the civil engineer in their development, construction and maintenance. Indicative Content: 2.1 Terminology and basics: definition of infrastructure to include communication by road, rail, water and air, major services and so forth, identification of component parts of infrastructure, characteristics and nature of infrastructure projects. 2.2 Economics: role of infrastructure in economic growth, relationship of public and private sectors, role of civil engineering professionals in demand, construction and financing. 3. Roles, responsibilities and interrelationship of key team members (10%) Learning Outcome: Explore the roles, responsibilities and interrelationship of key team members in the civil engineering construction process. Indicative Content: 3.1 Roles and responsibilities: of clients, consultants, contractors, construction, suppliers, subcontractors, craft and operative personnel, professionals associated with civil engineering projects. 3.2 Inter-relationship: correct mix of appropriate supporting skill requirements, standard processes, procedures, documentation and modes of communication as appropriate. 4. Physical, financial and environmental requirements and constraints. (10%) Learning Outcome: Evaluate and select techniques, processes and materials appropriate to different physical, financial and environmental requirements and constraints. Indicative Content: 4.1 Constraints: ground conditions, climatic conditions, cost, quality, health, safety and welfare, noise, visual impact, pollution factors, environmental impact assessment, legislation 4.2 Selection of: appropriate techniques, processes, materials and plant for use in a range of civil engineering projects with different constraints

Internet Resources: Course Standards: What you can expect from instructors: 1. Preparation Instructors will be on time and will be prepared, to the best of their abilities, using the resources available for each session. 2. Communication Instructors will keep you informed through verbal, written, and data Communication. All deadlines for assignment will be clearly communicated. 3. Availability Lecturer consultation hours will be posted to let students know where, when, and how they can be reached during the normal working day. 4. Fair Evaluation You have the right to know how and why you received any mark. Instructors employ several evaluation tools that will be explained before your work is marked. 5. Currency Instructors endeavor to keep their knowledge and skills up-to-date through in-service activities and professional development. What we expect from learners: 1. Attendance Unless otherwise arranged by your instructor or approved by the Programme Coordinator, students are required to maintain a minimum of 80% class attendance. Failure to maintain a minimum of 80 % attendance in any course will result in the student receiving a fail grade for that particular course. Classes will not be retaught; any handouts or notes that you miss by not attending class should be obtained from classmates. 2. Assignments All assignments, whether for marks or not, must be handed in on-time. Unless otherwise arranged by your instructor or approved by the Programme Coordinator failure to submit assignments on-time will result an immediate reduction of 10% of the assignment mark and a further 5% per day. Written assignments must conform to formats designated by you lecturer and be orderly as well as legible. Unprofessional work will be returned to you unmarked. Keep a draft, a photocopy, or disk copy of all your completed assignments until you have received your transcript. All course assignments must be handed directly to the course lecturer. In the event the lecturer is unavailable, the lecturer will designate a member of faculty or administrative staff to collect the assignments on their behalf. For submission of

assignments to any designated person other than the course lecturer, the student must ensure they receive a receipt upon submission. 3. Progression To obtain a passing grade in any course, students must attain at least a 50% score in their overall in-course assessment as well as a minimum of 50% in their final examinations. You must successfully complete all prerequisite courses before you progress in your program. You should make an appointment with Programme Leader in the Campus if you need to clear a deficiency or have other questions about your courses. 4. Credit Duplication No assignment that has been or is being submitted for credit in another course or program can be submitted for credit without the knowledge and approval of all instructors involved. 5. Equipment & Supplies Equipment required for oral presentations should be requested one week in advance so that your instructor can make the necessary arrangements for you. 6. Originality Original work can include research from other individuals, books or bodies of work, but it must be credited to the author accordingly. Plagiarism is the taking of another persons thoughts, words, results, judgements, ideas, images etc, and presenting them as your own. Plagiarism is a form of cheating and a serious academic offence. A substantiated charge of plagiarism will result in a penalty being ordered ranging from a mark of zero for the assessed work to expulsion. Collusion is another form of cheating and is the unacknowledged use of material prepared by several persons working together. Students are reminded that all work that they submit as part of the requirements for any examination or assessment must be expressed in their own words and incorporate their own ideas and judgements. Direct quotations from the published or unpublished work of others, including that of other students, must always be identified as such by being placed inside quotation marks with a full reference to the source provided in the proper form. Paraphrasing - using other words to express another persons ideas or judgements - must also be acknowledged (in a footnote or bracket following the paraphrasing) and referenced. In the same way, the authors of images and audiovisual presentations must be acknowledged. Students should take particular care to avoid plagiarism and collusion in coursework, essays and reports, especially when using electronic sources or when working in a group. Students should also take care in the use of their own work. Credit can only be given once for a particular piece of assessed work. Submitting the same piece of work (or a significant part thereof) twice for assessment will be regarded as cheating. Unacknowledged collaboration may result in a charge of plagiarism or in a charge of collusion. Students are advised to consult their lecturer for guidance on the proper

presentation of work and the most appropriate way to reference sources. Students should be aware that academic staff have considerable expertise in identifying plagiarism and have access to electronic detection services to assist them.