Unit Code:	CIV4INV
Unit Short Title:	INVESTIGATION
Credit Points:	15.0
Unit Description:	This unit requires students to investigate in depth a topic that is related to the course. Students are encouraged to choose a topic with an industry focus. Topics may be suggested by the students or by academic staff members. The topic must be approved by the unit coordinator prior to the start of the investigation.
Prerequisites:	completion of the engineering units to the end of semester seven.
Class Requirements:	This unit is similar to an honours thesis in a science degree. The 5 hours/week requirement is a nominal specification for the unit. Students work independently on their project, and maintain regular contact with their supervisors.
Work Experience Indicator:	Not undertaking work experience in industry
Available to 'Study Abroad' students:	Y

Assessment:

Assessment Type	%	Comments
Report (8,000-10,000 words)	75	Content of the report, report writing technique and satisfaction of the objectives
Seminar presentation	10	Failure to satisfy hurdle will result in a fail
Individual Effort	10	Must participate in class to pass this unit
Poster	5	Failure to satisfy hurdle will result in fail

Readings: No Records returned

Unit Streams:

Teaching Period	Unit Class	Location
2   27-JUL-09   30-OCT-09	Day	BENDIGO

Unit Coordinators:

Title	First Name	Last Name	Location	Primary Coordinator
Dr	Andrew	Kilpatrick	BENDIGO	Y