Unit Code:	CIV4SI
Unit Short Title:	SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE
Credit Points:	15
Unit Description:	There are two major objectives to this unit. The first is to provide students with an in depth experience of the functioning of government departments, agencies and Engineering consultancies in the region. The second is to impart a detailed understanding and appreciation of the importance of the application of sustainability principles to all civil engineering practices. Students will gain skills in effective communication, how to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution, an understanding of sustainable design and development and an understanding of and committment to professional and ethical responsibilities.
Prerequisites:	SCI3ECS
Class Requirements:	three 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week
Work Experience Indicator:	Not undertaking work experience in industry
Available to 'Study Abroad' students:	Y

Assessment:

Assessment Type	%	Comments
three-summary reports (500-words each)	35
small-group report (2,000-words/student)	50
small group presentation (10 minutes/student)	15

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	John	Russell	BENDIGO	Y