Recommended Study Sequence

This unit is the first of two mathematics units to be completed by students enrolled in an engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Differential and integral calculus of a single variable, complex numbers, aspects of matrix algebra, bectors and some elementary statistics and probability theory.

This unit serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of physics and materials with appropriate applications in a wide range of engineering and industrial design systems.

Students are introduced to the techniques of data manipulation and presentation using the common functions of a spreadsheet facility. The unit also aims to instil sound principles of program design that can be utilised in many units throughout the student's course. The basic elements and structures of a high level language are taught. Students are exposed to many engineering problems and are encouraged to implement solutions using an algorithmic approach.

This unit aims to engender in participants an understanding of the many facets of professional practice that can be pursued as an Engineer or Designer. Communication, teamwork and problem solving skills will be fostered through a series of lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes. Case studies and assessment tasks aim to develop for the students their own personal ethos for practice, study and lifelong learning in line with the graduate outcomes desired by UWS.

This is a level 100 unit to be undertaken by students enrolled in an Engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Ordinary Differential Equations and Multivariable Calculus.

This unit deals with the action and interaction of forces, moments and couples in two and three dimensions, on machine elements and simple structures. It examines the equilibrium of single bodies, of multi-body structures and of mechanisms. It then covers the dynamics of a particle. A systematic approach to solving practical engineering design problems is provided. The unit makes extensive use of vector algebra.

The objective of this unit is to provide an introduction to fundamental electromagnetism and electric circuit principles. Discussion is restricted to DC, although first-order systems are presented and second order systems introduced in preparation for on-going development. Basic definitions of charge, current, potential difference/relative potential, power, and the electric circuit as a complete path are presented, together with the basic laws - Ohm's Law and Kirchoff's nodal and loop laws. Examples from different engineering disciplines are related to circuit’s laws. Basic nodal and mesh analysis are presented together with Thevenin and Norton circuit equivalents, real versus ideal current and voltage sources and the maximum power transfer principle. The operational amplifier as a circuit element is introduced. Energy storage elements (capacitors and inductors) are discussed leading into first-order systems and their natural responses and time-constants. Several basic electromagnetic concepts related to electric and magnetic flux and induced voltage are also discussed.

This unit equips students with the fundamental skills that will enable them to use creative design and engineering approaches to solve challenging problems and to understand the design process. Students will be exposed to 2D and 3D visualisation techniques, will learn how to interpret abstract information and will work on practical projects in an interdisciplinary context.

This unit studies soil, and the water in it, as an engineering material. The behaviour of soil under stress is examined, the performance of clay used in a barrier system is discussed and the process of settlement with time under load is analysed.

This unit looks at how and why structural components including bars and beams deform and break. It concentrates on how these are affected by the geometry of the body and loading. Types of loadings considered include normal loads, torsional loads and bending loads. The main objective of the unit is to introduce students to the aspects of stress, strain and internal force development in the components and the methods to determine the deformation and deflections of the components. Energy methods and impact loadings are also considered.

The unit provides a working knowledge of the basic principles of fluid flow. It covers the general principles of engineering hydraulics. The theories learned in classes are reinforced in laboratory sessions.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This is an introductory unit in Geology and Concrete Materials and will cover plate tectonics, common minerals and rocks, weathering of rocks, geomorphology and site stability as applied to engineering. This unit also addresses aggregates of concretes, concrete mix design, durability and construction issues of concrete structures.

This unit covers the basic concepts in analysing and designing simple structural members. It covers the fundamentals of structural analysis, concrete structures and steel structures.

This unit has been designed for students who are interested in environmental science. Some topics to be covered in this unit include water hardness, purification of water and degradation of common plastics which are of significant interest to environmental scientists. Specific topics on Environmental Chemistry including the environmental chemistry of oxygen, sulphur, water, carbon, nitrogen are dealt with throughout the semester.

This unit provides: basic surveying principles; surveying practice for levelling, traversing and feature surveys, and the principles for setting out horizontal and vertical curves and buildings; an introduction to maps and map projections; and an introduction to modern surveying hardware and software.

This unit outlines the essential issues of the environment that a civil engineer will address as a personal and professional contributor to the development of Australia. It has a bias towards water-related environmental issues.

From 2009 this unit is being replaced by 300633 - Management of Aquatic Environments. This unit uses the setting of surface freshwater aquatic environments to develop an understanding of a range of professional skills and values necessary for the theory and practice of environmental management. Working in small groups students investigate the philosophy and practice of science through the design and implementation of field studies that investigate the nature of pollution, evaluate the current condition of aquatic systems and recommend strategies that will improve ecosystem integrity and mitigate the risk of adverse human health outcomes.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit will introduce the basic concepts of drainage analysis. Basic concepts of hydrology will be introduced. This will be integrated with the hydraulic principles learned in Water Engineering to perform hydrologic analysis of catchments.

This unit is offered in alternate years. This is an intense unit which will provide students with introductory material to assist them with civil engineering construction and urban development/town planning projects. It covers construction equipment, some construction methods, subdivision design and traffic engineering.

Water is arguably the most important natural resource in the world, since without it life cannot exist and industry cannot operate. Unfortunately, the liquid and solid wastes from anthropogenic activities continually jeopardise water quality and the environment. This unit will develop and integrate physical, chemical and biological process understanding of water pollution and waste management. The biotechnology of nutrient transformation in waste treatment, waste minimisation and value-added opportunities will be emphasised.

This unit introduces the aspects of water engineering that relate to water as a resource. It builds on the work in 85009 Water Engineering and 85017 Foundations and Drainage.

This is an entry-level management unit that focuses on the development of an understanding of managing in an organisational context. The objectives of the unit are: to acquire knowledge of management processes, to analyse classical and contemporary management theories and to describe the dynamic nature of managerial practice in changing social and economic environments. This unit will explain how management theory is evolving and owes much to modern and post-modern thinking as well as economic planning principles and the behavioural, social and political sciences. This unit is a foundation unit for students of management and allied degrees and can be taken as an elective by students from other courses wishing to learn more about management policies and practice.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

From 2009 this unit is being replaced by 300631 - Terrestrial Environment Management. This unit includes lectures, seminars, group discussions and field activities pertinent to catchment management, landuse and environmental impacts. Content covers mapping spatial data management, impact assessment, State of the Environment reporting, rapid appraisal techniques, Ecologically Sustainable Development, using science as a tool, teamwork, analysis and critical reflection. It also involves the integration of the biophysical environment with the investigation of the impacts of man and implications of the socio-political interface.

From 2009 this unit replaced by 300628 - Air Quality Management. This unit is designed for students who wish to gain knowledge of air pollution, it's causes and control methods. Topics include: clean air legislation; air pollution; meteorology; ambient air quality; emission testing; odour and hydrocarbon control; control technology; emissions inventory. At the completion of this unit the student will have a good understanding in the following: pollution types and sources; effects of air pollution; influence of meteorology; indoor air quality; dispersion modelling; monitoring and control of pollution from stationary and mobile sources; legislation and standards, and global air pollution issues.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

From 2009 this unit replaced by 300628 - Air Quality Management. This unit is designed for students who wish to gain knowledge of air pollution, it's causes and control methods. Topics include: clean air legislation; air pollution; meteorology; ambient air quality; emission testing; odour and hydrocarbon control; control technology; emissions inventory. At the completion of this unit the student will have a good understanding in the following: pollution types and sources; effects of air pollution; influence of meteorology; indoor air quality; dispersion modelling; monitoring and control of pollution from stationary and mobile sources; legislation and standards, and global air pollution issues.

The finite element method is a powerful tool for the numerical analysis of a wide range of engineering problems. The objective of this unit is to introduce the basic and fundamental principles of the finite element techniques by primarily focusing on its application in the area of structural and soil mechanics.