CVEN20090 Design and Communications for Structural Engineers

Academic Year 2014/2015

In this course the techniques of graphical communication are developed through design exercises. The skills of sketching and model making are introduced and the appropriate use of these throughout the design process are considered. A basic knowledge on stability, shape & form will be beneficial for the student when required to propose an innovative solution to a structural design problem. The course also includes effective technical communication in both oral and written forms.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:
Communicate design concepts using a visual and graphic language.
Solve design problems creatively.
Challenge traditional structural design solutions.
Be able to prepare technical reports that conform to the generally accepted standards of good report writing.
Be capable of delivering professional presentations with clear and concise illustrations and drawings to both small and large audiences.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

12
Studio

24
Specified Learning Activities

17
Autonomous Student Learning

72
Total

125
 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.



Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Pre-Requisite:
CVEN10020 - Theory&Design of Struct I

 
Description % of Final Grade Timing
Continuous Assessment: Communication Report, Assignments and Studio work

100

 Varies over the Trimester

Compensation

This module is not passable by compensation

Resit Opportunities

In-semester assessment

Remediation

If you fail this module, a resit opportunity will be provided during the next semester. Please contact the module co-ordinator for details of the form and time of this assessment. You may expect that the assessment will be completed between weeks 8 and 12 of the semester.