CQUniversity Unit Profile
ENEC20002 Steel and Masonry Design
Steel and Masonry Design
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General Information

Overview

Steel and Masonry Design introduces you to material and section properties of structural steel and masonry, and factors affecting the properties of steel and masonry construction. You will design complex steel and masonry structures subjected to various loads that comply with both ultimate and serviceability limit states as required in Australian Standards. In this unit, you will also use appropriate computer software to analyse and/or design. You will also formulate, plan, manage, and complete projects individually or in teams in an ethical and professional manner considering stakeholders and sustainability requirements. You will also document and communicate engineering information using the appropriate platform at a standard expected for a professional engineer.

Details

Career Level: Postgraduate
Unit Level: Level 9
Credit Points: 12
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.25

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

There are no requisites for this unit.

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 2 - 2022

Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 12-credit Postgraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 25 hours of study per week, making a total of 300 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Project (applied)
Weighting: 30%
2. Project (applied)
Weighting: 30%
3. In-class Test(s)
Weighting: 40%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Unit evaluation

Feedback

Students appreciated the detailed use of the Australian design standards in the teaching of this unit.

Recommendation

The use of the Australian design standard will be continued in future offerings of this unit.

Feedback from Unit evaluation

Feedback

Students appreciated the opportunity to learn and use the software SPACE GASS in their design projects.

Recommendation

SPACE GASS will be incorporated in the structural design assignment and in the class test of this unit.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Evaluate structural performance using the material and section properties of structural steel and masonry
  2. Formulate, plan, manage and complete projects individually or in teams in an ethical and professional manner considering stakeholder requirements and principals of sustainable development
  3. Design steel members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards
  4. Design masonry members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards
  5. Use computer software to analyse and design the structures subjected to different load combinations that comply with relevant standards
  6. Demonstrate a professional level of communication and leadership.

The Learning Outcomes for this unit are linked with the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standards for Professional Engineers in the areas of 1. Knowledge and Skill Base, 2. Engineering Application Ability and 3. Professional and Personal Attributes at the following levels:
Intermediate
1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline. (LO: 1I 3I 4I )
1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. (LO: 3I 4I )
3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. (LO: 2I 6N )
3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. (LO: 2I 6I )
3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. (LO: 2I 6I )
Advanced
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. (LO: 1I 3A 4A )
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. (LO: 1A 3A 4A 5I )
1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline. (LO: 1A 3A 4A 5I )
1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering practice in the specific discipline. (LO: 1I 3A 4A 5A )
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. (LO: 1I 2I 3A 4A 5I )
2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. (LO: 1I 5A )
2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes. (LO: 1I 3A 4A 5I )
2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects. (LO: 1A 2A 3I 4I 5I )
3.4 Professional use and management of information. (LO: 1I 2A 3I 4I 6I )
3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership. (LO: 2A 3I 4I 6I )

Note: LO refers to the Learning Outcome number(s) which link to the competency and the levels: N – Introductory, I – Intermediate and A - Advanced.
Refer to the Engineering Postgraduate Units Moodle site for further information on the Engineers Australia's Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineers and course level mapping information

Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 - Project (applied) - 30%
2 - Project (applied) - 30%
3 - In-class Test(s) - 40%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 - Knowledge
2 - Communication
3 - Cognitive, technical and creative skills
4 - Research
5 - Self-management
6 - Ethical and Professional Responsibility
7 - Leadership
8 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes

Assessment Tasks Graduate Attributes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 - Project (applied) - 30%
2 - Project (applied) - 30%
3 - In-class Test(s) - 40%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

Prescribed

Steel Designers' Handbook

Eighth edition (2012) (2012)
Authors: Gorenc, B, Tinyou, R and Syam, A
Australian Steel Institute Sydney
Sydney Sydney , NSW , Australia
ISBN: 9781742233413
Binding: Hardcover

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
  • Finite Element Software for Structural Analysis: SPACE GASS
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Sarkar Noor E Khuda Unit Coordinator
s.noorekhuda@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 11 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Introduction to ENEC20002, Unit Overview, Assessments, Masonry

Lecture 2:Control Joints, Material Properties

Tutorial 1: Team Formation/Project Discussion

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Control Joints

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 2 Begin Date: 18 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Load Distribution Mechanism

Lecture 2: Design of URM for Shear

Tutorial 1: Team Formation/Project Discussion

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Shear Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 3 Begin Date: 25 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Design of URM for Out-of-plane Bending

Lecture 2: Design of URM for Compression

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Bending Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Compression Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 4 Begin Date: 01 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Design of RM for Out-of-plane Bending

Lecture 2: Design of RM for Shear

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Bending Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Shear Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 5 Begin Date: 08 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Design of RM for Compression

Lecture 2: Fire Design of Masonry

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Compression Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Fire Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Vacation Week Begin Date: 15 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

N/A

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 22 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Introduction to Steel Design

Lecture 2: Material and Section Properties

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Steel Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Steel Sections and Material Properties

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 7 Begin Date: 29 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Wind Loading I

Lecture 2: Wind Loading II

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Wind Loading

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Wind Loading

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT (MASONRY DESIGN) Due: Week 7 Monday (29 Aug 2022) 11:55 pm AEST
Week 8 Begin Date: 05 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Design for Tension

Lecture 2: Design for Compression

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Tension Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Compression Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 9 Begin Date: 12 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Design for Bending I

Lecture 2: Design Bending II

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Bending Design

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Bending Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 10 Begin Date: 19 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Combined Action

Lecture 2: Connection Design

Tutorial 1: Project Discussion/Combined Action

Tutorial 2: Project Discussion/Connection Design

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 11 Begin Date: 26 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Revision Week

Lecture 2: Revision Week

Tutorial 1: Revision Week

Tutorial 2: Revision Week

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 12 Begin Date: 03 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Lecture 1: Revision Week

Lecture 2: Revision Week

Tutorial 1: Revision Week

Tutorial 2: Revision Week

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

TEAM PROJECT (STEEL DESIGN) Due: Week 12 Monday (3 Oct 2022) 11:55 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 10 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 17 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

In-class Test Due: Exam Week Monday (17 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Term Specific Information

Read ENEC20002: General Information available from the unit Moodle website.

Assessment Tasks

1 Project (applied)

Assessment Title
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT (MASONRY DESIGN)

Task Description

The aim of this assessment is to allow the students to demonstrate their understanding of various concepts, theories and processes developed in the Structural Engineering topics covered in this unit. This may include, but is not limited to structural analysis, calculation of design actions and design of masonry walls against gravitational and lateral loading.


Assessment Due Date

Week 7 Monday (29 Aug 2022) 11:55 pm AEST

Submit the assessment item on or before the due date and time. Late submission penalty is 5% per day of the allotted marks. Extension requests greater than 14 days will be denied except under exceptional circumstances.


Return Date to Students

Week 9 Monday (12 Sept 2022)


Weighting
30%

Minimum mark or grade
50% of the total marks for the assignment are required to pass this course

Assessment Criteria

Grades for the assessment will be determined based on the evidence and substantiation of attainment of the Learning Outcomes.

After submission of the poroject report, a short interview (viva) will be scheduled for each student. Students must be prepared to answer any questions raised by the facilitator/lecturer. The questions will be based on their individual achievement/work and the work they produced. The interview may also be used as an assessment tool and unsatisfactory performance during interview may affect the grade*.

Omission of any of the required items as specified in the Project Brief will automatically result in a Fail grade.

* If the performance in the viva is not at the satisfactory level, the marks obtained from the submission will be multiplied by 0.5 and awarded as final marks for this assessment.


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Evaluate structural performance using the material and section properties of structural steel and masonry
  • Formulate, plan, manage and complete projects individually or in teams in an ethical and professional manner considering stakeholder requirements and principals of sustainable development
  • Design steel members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards
  • Use computer software to analyse and design the structures subjected to different load combinations that comply with relevant standards
  • Demonstrate a professional level of communication and leadership.


Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Cognitive, technical and creative skills
  • Research
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility
  • Leadership

2 Project (applied)

Assessment Title
TEAM PROJECT (STEEL DESIGN)

Task Description

The aim of this assessment is to allow the students to demonstrate their understanding of various concepts, theories and processes developed in this unit. This may include but is not limited to structural analysis, calculation of design actions, the design of steel structures, the use of structural analysis and design software and the final drawing of the designed structures.

Students are required to submit their project report and present it orally.


Assessment Due Date

Week 12 Monday (3 Oct 2022) 11:55 pm AEST

Submit the assessment item on or before the due date and time. Late submission penalty is 5% per day of the allotted marks. Extension requests greater than 14 days will be denied except under exceptional circumstances.


Return Date to Students

Review/Exam Week Monday (10 Oct 2022)


Weighting
30%

Minimum mark or grade
50% of the total marks for the assignment are required to pass this course

Assessment Criteria

Grades for the assessment will be determined based on the evidence and substantiation of attainment of the Learning Outcomes.

After submission of the team project report, a short interview (viva) may be scheduled for each student. Students must be prepared to answer any questions raised by the facilitator/lecturer. The questions will be based on their individual achievement/work and the work the team has produced. The interview may also be used as an assessment tool and unsatisfactory performance during the interview may affect the grade.

The omission of any of the required items as specified in the Project Brief will automatically result in a Fail grade.

Students will receive feedback after two weeks of the interview.

Individual Student's Grade:

Initially team submission will be assessed and a grade will be given for each team. Then individual grade will be determined based on their contribution and performance during the viva. Each student's contribution will be determined by peer assessment. It is possible that individual grade can be higher than team marks, but capped at maximum marks for the assessment.

Example: Individual contributions of 3 students in Team A are given below. This Team A received 36 marks (out of 40) for their project report.
M1 - 30%; M2 - 33%; M3 - 37% (Total 100%)
Based on the contribution, Individual marks are given as follow.
M1 = 36 x (30/33.3) = 32.4 (out of 40)
M2 = 36 x (33/33.3) = 35.6 (out of 40)
M3 = 36 x (37/33.3) = 40.0 (out of 40)

If the performance in the viva is not at the satisfactory level, the above individual marks will be multiplied by 0.5 and given as final marks for this assessment item.


Referencing Style

Submission
Online Group

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Evaluate structural performance using the material and section properties of structural steel and masonry
  • Formulate, plan, manage and complete projects individually or in teams in an ethical and professional manner considering stakeholder requirements and principals of sustainable development
  • Design masonry members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards
  • Use computer software to analyse and design the structures subjected to different load combinations that comply with relevant standards
  • Demonstrate a professional level of communication and leadership.


Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Cognitive, technical and creative skills
  • Research
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility

3 In-class Test(s)

Assessment Title
In-class Test

Task Description

The in-class test will be conducted in the form of an online test during the examination week.

Duration of the Test: 3 hours

Important: Students need to complete this online test at the prescribed time (notified via unit Moodle site). It is expected the student should on their web camera for invigilation during the test.

Students may require to submit their workings at the conclusion of the examination (Scanned copy).


Assessment Due Date

Exam Week Monday (17 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST

In-class test date and time will be informed via Moodle site


Return Date to Students

Weighting
40%

Minimum mark or grade
50%

Assessment Criteria

Each question will be assessed for criterion accuracy and correct answers.

  • Correct application of mathematics and arithmetic
  • Answers clearly identified and explained
  • Correct results/explanation

In addition, the following criteria also will be considered:

Evidence of correct procedures

  • All necessary steps in the analysis are followed in the correct order
  • Clear presentation of mathematical working

Evidence of an understanding of the topic

  • Use of correct principles and theories
  • Interpretation of results as necessary

Professional presentation

  • Appropriate use of diagrams, clear diagrams
  • Correct use of terminology, conventions
  • Clear English in the explanation of procedure and interpretation of results


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Design steel members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards
  • Design masonry members and connections subjected to various design actions according to the Australian Standards


Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Cognitive, technical and creative skills
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?