MEng/BEng (Honours) CIVIL ENGINEERING CIVIL and ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

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1 MEng/BEng (Honours) CIVIL ENGINEERING CIVIL and ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

2 MEng/BEng (Honours) CIVIL ENGINEERING CIVIL and ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Civil Engineering is one of the broadest courses you can study at university, with subjects ranging from structural engineering and design to environmental issues. Civil engineers formulate ideas and, through design and calculations, take a proposal to a finished project. Working as part of a team with a wide range of backgrounds, they use theory and models to predict how a design will perform and to test ideas in the field. Civil Engineering involves developing and improving the facilities and services that society uses emcompassing everything from the supply of clean water and energy to the design and construction of roads, railways and stations. Tall buildings such as the Shard in London and long bridges like the Millau Viaduct in France or the new Queensferry Bridge across the Firth of Forth in Scotland are exciting examples of civil engineering. Equally impressive is the contribution of civil engineering to the development and renewal of our towns and cities and the improvement of key links with more remote communities. Solving problems of air, land and water pollution and protecting society against natural disasters are also important aspects of civil engineering. Overview of Courses The Department offers the following degree courses: BEng (Honours) Civil Engineering BEng (Honours) Civil and Environmental Engineering MEng Civil Engineering MEng Civil and Environmental Engineering The BEng Honours courses normally consist of four years of study, and provide a broad-based education in civil engineering. The MEng degree courses normally consist of five years of study. However, advanced entry to the second year of the MEng degree courses is available for very well qualified students. The MEng degree courses require a high level of attainment and are designed for well-qualified and highly motivated students. They give you the opportunity to deepen your technical understanding and also broaden your knowledge of complementary areas such as business, management, law and finance. If you do well on the BEng course you can transfer to an MEng course at a later stage. The courses develop transferable skills in problem-solving, management, communication and computing, which will be invaluable throughout your future career.

3 Course Structure Years 1 & 2 The first two years of the course build the foundations for the study of Civil Engineering. Study of mechanics and maths make up a significant proportion of each course at this stage. Various civil engineering specialisms are also introduced, including Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Engineering, Geology, Surveying, Trnasport Engineering and Construction Technology. In addition, there are classes in construction technology, engineering geology and surveying which focus on more practical civil engineering knowledge and skills. Generic IT skills as well as the introduction to specific civil engineering software, such as Autocad Civil 3D, are also covered at this stage. Years 3 & 4 Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering and Water Engineering are studied in increasing depth. In addition, topics in Water and Environmental Management, Transport Planning and Engineering are introduced. In Year 4 you undertake a dissertation which allows you to carry out extended research into a particular topic of interest. Fundamentals of buisness and management, with an increased emphasis on design and project work are also covered. Year 5 (MEng only) Substantial elements of design and project work and strong supporting studies in business and management are included. You choose a suitable curriculum from the following themes: Business and Professional Skills Managing the Construction Process Engineering a Sustainable Environment Engineering and Technology Civil and Environmental Engineering Most major Civil Engineering projects impact on the wider environment through use of natural resources and modification of the physical environment. Civil engineers need to consider the impact on the natural environment. Control of pollution and management of waste are issues of increasing importance, while the consequences of river flooding have become apparent. The degree courses in Civil and Environmental Engineering provide an opportunity to undertake additional study in these areas, and form a sound base on which to build a career in environmental management and protection. The curriculum for these courses provides a clear core of both Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering, offering the opportunity to explore and understand how Civil and Environmental Engineering are central to the modern-day environmental issues. The key issues of Waste, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Urban Regeneration, Contaminated Land Remediation, Hydrogeology and Transportation will be covered alongside the more traditional subjects of Geotechnical, Water and Structural Engineering.

4 Teaching and Assessment Each subject is taught through lectures, tutorials and practical work. Strong emphasis on tutorial work in the early years of the course allows you to develop the basic analytical skills required of civil engineers. The practical work can be either laboratory- or field-based, depending on the subject. Laboratory work allows you to work with real materials and to see demonstrations and simulations of real-life situations. In each year a group design project builds on your technical knowledge and skills by applying these to real-life problems. The design project becomes increasingly complex each year. Previous projects have included the design of a bridge over the River Clyde, the redevelopment of a former industrial site in south-east Glasgow and a road bypass scheme in Ayrshire. Field visits are important and useful and some parts of the course, such as surveying and geology, have their own fieldwork exercises. In addition, there are visits to local consulting engineers, operating schemes such as water treatment plants, and to see major projects under construction. In recent years students have visited construction projects, such as the Scottish Parliament, the Forth Road Bridge and the Clyde Arc Bridge. Problem-solving and project work feature strongly in the Civil Engineering course which means that you leave university with excellent teamworking skills and the ability to think for yourself. The course gave me an understanding of many different subjects so that when I graduated there were many doors open to me. Louise Miller BEng (Honours) Civil Engineering

5 Assessment is primarily by end-of-semester exam and coursework. Approximately 60% of the course is assessed by exam. Coursework enables you to explore topics in more depth, often undertaking your own research, with the emphasis on the application of knowledge to civil engineering problems. Coursework deadlines are staged throughout each semester to ensure an even distribution of workload. Visits There are several opportunities to visit the Department throughout the year. You will find out more about Civil Engineering and the courses, and tour the Department and our student facilities. You will also meet the staff and students and have the opportunity to discuss your application with the Academic Selector. The Department Research carried out in the Department ensures that teaching is up-to-date and stimulates interest and discussion. The Civil Engineering Club, run by students, organises social events throughout the year. The Department has strong links with industry through research and industrial collaboration. Civil engineers working at all levels of the profession from recent graduate to company director work with students on their project work. These strong links also help our students to gain employment after graduation. These courses are accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers and the Institution of Highways and Transportation.

6 Careers Our graduates ability to fit quickly and productively into teams industry is recognised by employers and makes them highly employable. They are highly sought-after and are in demand from employers not only in civil engineering but also in areas such as oil and gas, renewable energy, business and accountancy. Contact For further details or to arrange a visit, please contact the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering: Academic Selector t: e: civeng-admissions@strath.ac.uk Find out more... visit the University website at Our graduates can be found in all areas of civil engineering practice and in the private and public sectors. Starting salaries of around 27,000 per annum (ICE Salary Survey 2013) are typical for current graduates. Recent graduates have been recruited into engineering consultancies, contractors, and the public sector eg local authorities. Job titles include Graduate Engineer, Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Surveyor, and Management Graduate Trainee. Major international companies such Laing O Rourke, Mott MacDonald, Babcock International, Atkins Global, DNV Global Solutions and AECOM have all employed Strathclyde graduates in recent years. the place of useful learning University of Strathclyde Glasgow G1 1XQ Information current at August Please consult the University website for the most up-to-date information. The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC