Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design - Institute of ...

COURSE STRUCTURE
Module Title Module Code Credits
GENERAL
Overseas Experiential Programme EP49040 2
Overseas Experiential Programme EP49050 3
Overseas Experiential Programme EP59040 2
Overseas Experiential Programme EP59050 3
Note: The offer of electives is subject to the training schedule of
respective ITE Colleges. Students are advised to check with
their Class Advisors on the availability of the elective modules
they intend to pursue.
MODULE OBJECTIVES
Core Modules
Engineering Graphics
On completion of the module, students should be able to produce
technical sketches, engineering detailed drawings, 3D solid
modelling, assembly drawings in accordance with ISO standards.
Engineering Mathematics and Statics
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply
knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering problems involving
the use of algebra, indices, logarithms, trigonometry and basic
statistics. Students would also be equipped with the fundamental
knowledge of statics and be able to solve engineering problems
involving equilibrium of bodies subjected to forces.
Building Technology
On completion of the module, students should be able to draw
the constructional details of timber floors, doors, windows, roofs,
ceilings, and prepare working drawings for 2-storey residential
buildings.
Building Structures
On completion of the module, students should be able to draw
reinforced concrete floor, foundation layout plans and footing
schedule, reinforced concrete staircases and schedule, reinforced
concrete drawings of structural components such as, foundations,
retaining walls and basement structures and precast concrete
column.
Reinforced Concrete Design
On completion of the module, students should be able to draw
structural layout plan, piling plan, sectional views of piles and pile
caps, reinforced concrete core walls and reinforced concrete water
tank, and prepare column schedules.
RC Beam and Slab Design
On completion of the module, students should be able to prepare
column and wall loading plans, and detailed drawings of reinforced
concrete beams and slabs, precast concrete beam, precast concrete
slab and precast concrete wall panels.
Steel Structure Design
On completion of the module, students should be able to produce
a set of steel structure working drawings with detailed connections
of steel members.
Civil Engineering Design
On completion of the module, students should be able to prepare
detailed external works and civil engineering drawings such as
manholes, roads, culverts, drainage and sewerage systems.
Project
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply and
integrate the technical, social and methodological competencies in
carrying out a project related to their field of study.
Life Skills Modules
Life skills in broad terms are the foundation skills and personal
qualities that an individual can transfer from one job setting to
another to manage and adapt to changes in technology and work
environments.
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