Course Title: Analyse and design foundations and footings

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2017

Course Code: BUIL6250

Course Title: Analyse and design foundations and footings

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6132 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr Bishwajit Chowdhury
Ph: +61 3 9925 8054
Email: Bishwajit.Chowdhury@rmit.edu.au

Appointment by email

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency sets out the knowledge and skills required to complete an engineering project brief, including the analysis and design of foundations and footings of structures from first principles, using appropriate design aids.

No Licencing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU21148 Analyse and design foundations and footings

Element:

1. Determine footings to be designed

Performance Criteria:

1.1. OH&S and environmental requirements for a given work area are obtained and understood
1.2. Established OH&S requirements and risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation of the work area.
1.3. Safety hazards which have not previously been identified are documented and risk control measures devised and implemented in consultation with appropriate personnel.
1.4. The design is determined from documentation, work requests or discussions with appropriate personnel.
1.5. Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved at the work site.
1.6. Resources and equipment needed for the task are obtained in accordance with enterprise procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.

Element:

2. Plan design approach

Performance Criteria:

2.1. OH&S requirements for carrying out the work are followed.
2.2. Documentation relating to design project is collected and analysed.
2.3. Design references and equipment are used to complete the design, to conform to Australian and/or local standards or regulations, in accordance with enterprise procedures.

Element:

3. Complete the design

Performance Criteria:

3.1. OH&S requirements for carrying out the work are followed.
3.2. The design is completed to conform with relevant Australian and/or local standards or regulations, in accordance with enterprise procedures
3.3. Design references and equipment are used according to relevant Australian standards, manufacturer’s manuals and enterprise procedures.
3.4. Design outcomes are recorded, analysed, examined and applied according to enterprise procedures.
3.5. Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from discussions with appropriate personnel, job specifications and enterprise procedures.
3.6. Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes

Element:

4. Compile, document and present results

Performance Criteria:

4.1. OH&S requirements for completing the work are followed.
4.2. Design references and equipment are maintained and stored in accordance with enterprise procedures.
4.3. Results are recorded, analysed and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with enterprise procedures.
4.4. Results are stored and archived according to enterprise procedures.


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements


Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Review questions
• Case projects

2.1 Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.

EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency VU21148 in the Assessment Matrix.


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:-

Week    Topics  Delivered                                                                                   Elements/Performance  Criteria
1-2
  • Introduction to foundation engineering
  • Type of foundations and footings
  • Selection of appropriate footing type
  • Basics of site investigations
  • OHS and environmental requirements
  • Risk control measures
  • Project briefing
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6
3 - 5
  • Basics of soil mechanics
  • Continuation of the project work

       

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

6
  • Stresses in soil masses due to surface loading 
  • Continuation of the project work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

         

  • Mid-semester test (closed book) (25%)
    (topics covered over the period week 1 to 6)  
                

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

8 - 9
  • Bearing capacity theory of soil
  • Shallow footings on clay soils
  • Shallow footings in sand
  • Continuation of the project work
                 
     

 

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

10
  • Settlement of shallow footings on sand
  • Continuation of the project work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

11
  • Consolidation settlement of footings on clay soil
  • Continuation of the project work
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6
 12-13
  • Pile foundations in clay
  • Pile foundations in sand
  • Continuation of the project work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

14
  • Design of simple gravity retaining wall 
  • Continuation of the project work

     

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

 15
  • Simple footing design to AS2870 "Residential Slabs and Footings"
  • Continuation of the project work
 

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

16
  • Final presentation and submission of project report (25%)

 

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

17-18
  • Final test (closed book) (50%)
    (topics covered over the period week 8 to 15)  

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6,

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Principles of Foundation Engineering, SI Edition by Braja Das, Cengage Learning, 2015

1305446291, 9


References


Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.


Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

 

Assessment 1: Tests X 2

Mid - semester test 

Weighting towards final grade (%): 25

and

Final test

Weighting towards final grade (%): 50

 

Assessment 2: Project Work

Weighting towards final grade (%): 25

these tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element/

Performance Criteria Covered

Tests

Project Work

1.1

x

x

1.2

x

x

1.3

x

x

1.4

x

x

1.5

x

x

1.6

x

x

2.1

x

x

2.2

x

x

2.3

x

x

3.1

x

x

3.2

x

x

3.3

x

x

3.4

x

x

3.5

x

x

3.6

x

x

4.1

x

x

4.2

x

x

4.3

x

x

4.4

x

x


Assessment Tasks

  • Assessment 1: Tests
     
    - Mid-semester test (closed book) in week 7 
      Mid-semester test covers the topics taught in weeks 1 to 6
      Weighting towards final grade (%): 25 

         
          - Final test (closed book) in week 17 or week 18 
            Final test covers the topics taught in weeks 8 to 15
            Weighting towards final grade (%): 50 

  • Assessment 2: Project Work 
    Presentation and report submission (due in week 16)
    Weighting towards final grade (%): 25

 
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:

80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.
 


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs VU21148 Elements & Performance Criteria

  VU21148 Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments          
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4
Tests x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x
Project Work x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

  Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Assessments                    EA1.1 EA1.2 EA1.3 EA1.4 EA1.5 EA1.6 EA2.1 EA2.2 EA2.3 EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4 EA3.5 EA3.6
Tests x  
Project Work x x

All Assessments

VU21148

2 2  1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
0 (Blank)

Graduate Attribute is not assessed

1 Graduate Attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element       
2 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element               
3  Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element               

Other Information

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities. The estimated time is minimum 20 hours outside the class time.

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):

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• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

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- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
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Late Submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.


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