Aims:

The aims of this module are to develop students’ aptitude and understanding in the practical application of engineering knowledge gained in years 1 and 2.
	The design sessions are aimed at developing students’ understanding of structural mechanics and engineering materials through project work.
	The scenario aims to build on the experience gained in previous scenarios in years 1 and 2 in order to extend students’ ability to apply engineering theory to the design of an engineering project and solve a practical problem.
	The two project management sessions are intended to provide an introduction to the application of project management techniques to the delivery of large and small civil engineering projects.
	The Construction Skills and Management field course is aimed to give the students site working experience and considerations relating to health and safety, design, the construction process including legal and financial implications of their decisions.
	Sustainable Infrastructure aims to introduce the implications of climate change, zero carbon agenda and how these impact on engineering design and construction and develop students’ knowledge in life cycle assessment and its application in infrastructure projects
Learning Outcomes:

To provide students with first-hand experience of the processes involved in the execution of civil engineering projects;
	To develop in students an understanding of structural mechanics and engineering materials through project work;
	To introduce/extend certain expertise in construction (steel, masonry, timber, precast concrete, detailing, manufacture and assembly, etc.);
	To reinforce students’ understanding of the designer’s roles and responsibilities under the CDM regulations;
	To develop an appreciation of certain aspects of the legal, financial and organizational framework relevant to the design, procurement and execution phases of civil engineering projects.
	Students will be able to apply specific project management techniques to the delivery of a civil engineering project.
	Understand that engineers work in complex social, political, cultural and ecological contexts.
	Identify the influence of social and political values on engineering projects and decisions.
	To introduce the implications of climate change, zero carbon agenda and how these impact on civil engineering and learn life cycle assessment and its application on infrastructure project
	Gain experience of producing a multi-discipline design drawing on knowledge and experience in the fields of structures, architecture, geotechnics, water, environmental, financial, social and political.