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ENG215 - Surveying and Construction

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Engineering

Credit Points

Unit Level

200

Equivalent Units

Prerequisites

Incompatible

Coerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

SMA101

Unit Description

The unit provides an understanding of the fundamental basics of surveying, structural engineering and construction. It covers:

Introduction to surveying; tape and offset surveying; levelling; site layout; the theodolite and its use; analysis and adjustment of measurements.
Basic beam and column behaviour; Site investigations; Excavation; Drainage; Road Construction; Foundations; Concrete and reinforced concrete; Structural timber; Structural steel; Masonry Construction.

This unit is reliant on on-line materials. Students must have access to a reliable high-speed broadband connection and a scanner.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Demonstrate a knowledge of the principles and techniques of basic surveying
2.	Show how to reduce data obtained from fieldwork to a useable form
3.	Demonstrate an understanding of accuracy of measurement required in surveying
4.	Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental construction principles and methods
5.	Describe the engineering properties of concrete, steel and other construction materials
6.	Identify probable construction difficulties encountered in practice, and so select the optimum equipment and construction techniques for a given project
7.	Prepare reports relevant to surveying and construction.
8.	Use effective communication methods to convey ideas and principles

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Part 1 Bills of Quantities Written assignment 1: (group work; 2 people per group; 1 page per group and collected information for part 2)	5%	2,3,4,5
2.	Part 2 Bills of Quantities Written assignment 1: (group work; 2 people per group; 3-4 pages per group)	10%	2,3,4,5
3.	Written assignment 2: Surveying assessment (group work; 3-4 people per group; 3-4 pages per group)	10%	1,2,3,8
4.	Written assignment 3: Concrete quality control (2 pages)	10%	4,5,6
5.	Midterm test (90 mins)	25%	2,4,5,6,7,8
6.	Final test (90 mins)	40%	1,2,3,6,7

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 1	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2026	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

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