BH077 - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)

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Plan: BH077HKG - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)
Campus: SHAPE, VTC

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)
Award abbreviation: BEng(CivInfra)(Hons)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: 2 years and 8 months part-time (8 trimesters)
Location: Offshore, VTC, Hong Kong
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
Partnered offering / Corporate client: VTC School of Higher and Professional Education (SHAPE), Hong Kong
ASCED code: 030900
CRICOS code:

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Purpose of the Program

Civil engineering involves the planning, design, construction, supervision, management and maintenance of the infrastructure projects necessary for the functioning of our modern community. Over time, civil engineering has been divided into a number of major fields including structural, geotechnical, water resources and transport. The modern civil engineer must also be capable of working on multidisciplinary projects. Graduates are employed as project managers, design engineers, construction managers, environmental engineers and engineering asset managers.

On graduation from this program, you will confidently display these qualities.   

The key objectives of the Civil and Infrastructure engineering program are to:

  • develop a sustainability framework for engineering decision-making
  • develop personal and professional graduate capabilities in sustainability, problem-solving and decision-making, technical competence, communication and teamwork
  • encourage collaboration as a powerful way of helping you and your fellow students to be more effective learners, and staff to be more effective teachers.

Project-based learning is the dominant teaching method adopted for this program, with a strong focus on sustainability and technical competence included in each semester 

Themes -Years 3 to 4 

Year themes are used to focus the attention of you and the staff on the different aims of, and aspects in, each of the final two years of the program.

Year 3: Real world applications

You will use the theories developed in your previous studies to tackle designs and challenges based on real world applications.

Year 4:  Connecting to your future career

In your final year, you will be prepared for entry to the workforce through specialisation, which is further discussed under Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

You will undertake a capstone experience in the final year courses OENG1170 Engineering Capstone Project A and OENG1172 Engineering Capstone Project B, in which you will conduct an independent research project that can be analytical, experimental, design or computational in nature (or some combination).

This program is primarily delivered in face-to-face mode. While most courses in the program are delivered on campus at VTC SHAPE in Hong Kong, others use a blended mode combining face-to-face and online delivery. 

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Articulation and pathways

Articulation:

The program is delivered as an advanced standing program. If you meet the specified entry criteria and have been selected for entry into the program you will be given 192 credit points advanced standing into the program.

Students with other qualifications may also be considered for credit on a case-by-case basis.

Pathways:

Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of this program, you may (upon application) be eligible to proceed to a coursework Masters degree or even to a research degree including Master of Engineering by Research or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each program’s entry requirements. 

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Entrance requirements

Academic Entry Criteria

Applicants who have successfully completed a Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering awarded by a Hong Kong Government-recognised Institute (or equivalent institution) approved by RMIT.

Applicants with other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Successful applicants are granted 192 credit points in credit transfer, equivalent to two years of the four-year program. As such, all qualifications are assessed in terms of their equivalence to the first two years of the four-year program.

 

English Language Entry Criteria

You should also satisfy one of the following:

  • IELTS 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0; or
  • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); or
  • HKDSE score of 4 or more in English Language; or
  • Successful completion of at least the equivalent of a two year tertiary program of at least AQF Level 5 within the past five years, where English is the language of instruction and assessment. AQF Level 5 is at minimum a Diploma qualification with a duration of 1.5 to 2 years.  All Higher Diploma holders of 5 years or less standing would qualify; or
  • Other equivalent qualifications as listed on the English equivalents web page.
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External accreditation and industry links

External Accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia (EA) and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). EA and HKIE are, respectively, the Australian and Hong Kong professional bodies responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers.  

EA represents Australia, and HKIE represents Hong Kong, as signatories to the Washington Accord. Many other countries are signatories to this international agreement for professional engineers. This means that the program is internationally recognised and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world.  

Industry Links
The School of Engineering has an Industry Advisory Committee for the Civil and Infrastructure program, and strong links are maintained with industry, organisations and government departments concerned with civil engineering. As members of the Industry Advisory Committee, employers and professionals from these areas have contributed to both the initial development and ongoing improvement of this program. Their involvement ensures that the program remains relevant to your needs as a graduate, and to the needs of employers.

The School and its offshore partner (VTC, Hong Kong) have extensive links with industry, particularly through research projects and consulting services. These links ensure that the program remains relevant to your needs as a graduate, and to the needs of  employers.

Many of the teaching staff within the program are (or have been) practising industry professionals with extensive industry experience and contact networks. This experience, when integrated into teaching and learning practice, enriches your learning environment and networks.

These networks are further enhanced by the School's Work Integrated Learning (WIL), which provides you with an opportunity to undertake project-based teaching modes in a number of courses. You may be able to undertake an industry sponsored design project in your final two semesters (as part of Engineering Capstone Project Part A and Part B).

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees.  Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. 

For recommended texts and databases, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com/all_engineering

You can find more information on Library resources and services at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library.

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit

Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University offshore partners provide resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals. The range of services available will vary at each RMIT University offshore partner. Enquire locally. 

Services are available online to assist you with:

  • transition to tertiary student learning;
  • study skills, academic skills including academic literacy, writing for academic purposes, research, exam preparation and much more; and 
  • career development and employment.
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