Course Meeting Times
Lectures / Discussions: Occasional sessions, 2 hours / session
Design-Build Labs: 2 sessions / week
Ses 1: 2 hours / session
Ses 2: 1 hour / session
Intent
This subject exposes students to civil engineering design. Students are expected to learn about the design process through practice and where possible through implementation. Some design projects will be team based and as such students need to learn how to work effectively with peers. Sketching and CAD (Computer Aided Design) will also be introduced. Students will start with the development of a portfolio documenting their design projects. The design principles introduced and some class projects will be used in follow-on subjects.
The portfolio is a mandatory requirement for obtaining a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering.
Study Material
Students need to have and bring along drafting tools (pencil, ruler, triangles) to each class and lab. Other material will be distributed.
Expectations
Students will be graded on four design projects. The portfolio will also be graded. The sketching and CAD assignments will also be checked for completion. Class participation is essential and will be considered in the final grade.
Evaluation
Evaluation will be an integral part of the class. This allows students to contribute to the teaching and development of the subject.