Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Purpose

The aim of the qualification is to develop an engineering intellectual who can identify, assess and formulate the engineering needs of the society at large and research and solve the identified engineering problems creatively and innovatively, by applying scientific, mathematical, engineering, economic and other relevant principles and methods. The qualification prepares learners for an engineering science, design and project-based career through the fundamental understanding, use and appropriate application of engineering methods, skills, tools and information technology. The qualifications also provides a platform for lifelong learning.

Rationale

The qualification prepares learners for an engineering science, design and project-based career through the fundamental understanding, use and appropriate application of engineering methods, skills, tools and Information Technology. After an accreditation visit was carried out by Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), the qualification was updated to accommodate all industry concerns that were raised. The qualification was then approved and implemented.

Applied competence assosiated with relevant NQF Level 4 qualification.

For year 1

(i) Further education certificate with university exemption approved by the Dean or its representative on acceptance of written application, completed enrollment forms and on condition that applicable fees have been paid.

(ii)Grade 12 -Mathematics and Physical Science on higher grade with a minimum pass of 50% (D-symbol) for each subject together with an M-score of at least 15.

The M-score is calculated by using the following interpretative table

Recognition of prior learning

An RPL procedure will also be in place covering the following essentials

• Candidates supply at own cost all relevant information and documentation.
• Candidates will pay a fee determined by University of Johannesburg (UJ) & be assessed via RPL.
• RPL can be done at individual module or on an accumulative level.
• All RPL applications are handled at a predetermined time in the academic year.
• RPL candidates may be required to be assessed orally or in written format on module or combined level for access to degrees and higher degrees.
• RPL assessment is typically done by a faculty committee constituted for that purpose.
• RPL in the faculty of engineering is done within the RPL framework policy of the UJ.

Entry Requirements

Applied competencies associated with applicable NQF Level 4 qualifications.

This qualification comprises of compulsory modules at NQF Level 5, 6, 7 and 8 totalling at 623 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 83 Credits

• Mathematics 1 A01, 15 Credits.
• Introduction to Engineering Design, 8 Credits.
• Physics 1 A01, 15 Credits.
• Applied Mathematics 1 A10, 15 Credits.
• Chemistry 1 A10, 15 Credits.
• Geology 1A, 15 Credits .

Compulsory Modules, Level 6, 229 Credits

• Applied Mathematics 1 B10, 15 Credits.
• Electrotechnics 1 B21, 12 Credits.
• Physics 1 B01, 15 Credits.
• Concrete Technology, 14 Credits.
• Mathematics 1 B01, 15 Credits.
• DUJghting 1B, 14 Credits.
• Fluid Mechanics 2A, 14 Credits.
• Environmental Management for Engineers 3 B01, 7 Credits.
• Mathematics 2 A20, 8 Credits.
• Communications 3 A11, 14 Credits.
• Modelling 2 A11, 12 Credits.
• Strength of Materials for Civil Engineers 2B, 14 Credits.
• Applied Mechanics 2 A11, 14 Credits.
• Mathematics 2 B20, 8 Credits.
• Mathematics 2 A10, 8 Credits.
• Applied Mathematics 2 B10, 15 Credits.
• Heritage Assessment, 7 Credits.
• Mathematics 2 B10, 8 Credits.
• Applied Mathematics 2 A10, 15 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 7, 157 Credits

• Geotechnical Engineering 3 A11, 14 Credits.
• Geotechnical Engineering 3 B21, 14 Credits.
• Transportation Engineering 3 A11, 14 Credits.
• Complementary Studies 3 A02, 8 Credits.
• Structural Engineering 3 B21, 14 Credits.
• Complementary Studies 3 A01, 8 Credits.
• Statistics for Engineers, 8 Credits.
• Transportation 3B, 14 Credits.
• Structural Engineering 3 A11, 14 Credits.
• HydUJlic Engineering 3 A11, 14 Credits.
• Project Management 3 B21, 14 Credits.
• HydUJlic Engineering 3 B21, 14 Credits.
• Surveying 3 B21, 7 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 8, 154 Credits

• Civil Project Investigation 4 B21, 28 Credits.
• Geotechnical Engineering 4 A11, 14 Credits.
• Project Management 4 A11, 14 Credits.
• Legal Applications in Engineering 4 B21, 7 Credits.
• Structural Engineering 4 A11, 14 Credits.
• Structural Engineering 4 A12, 14 Credits.
• Urban HydUJlics 4 A11, 14 Credits.
• Urban Development Studies, 14 Credits.
• Civil Professional Practice 4 B21, 7 Credits.
• Civil Design 4 B21, 28 Credits.

1. Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyse and solve engineering problems creatively and innovatively by applying knowledge of Mathematics, basic Science and Engineering Sciences from first principles.
2. Plan and manage small engineering projects demonstrating an underlying knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering practice.
3. Work effectively individually or with others as a member of a team, group, organization, community or in multi-disciplinary environments;
4. Organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically and to take responsibility within his/her own limits of competence and to exercise judgment commensurate with knowledge and expertise;
5. Plan and conduct limited investigations, research and experiments commensurate with level of competence by applying appropriate theories and methodologies and perform data analysis and interpretation;
6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large using appropriate structure, style and graphical support;
7. Use and assess appropriate engineering methods, skills, tools, technology and information technology effectively and critically in engineering practice and show an understanding and a willingness to accept responsibility for the impact that engineering activities have on society and the environment;
8. Perform procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, works, products or processes as a set of related systems and assess, where applicable, their social, legal, health, safety and environmental impacts and benefits;
9. Employ various learning strategies and skills to master module outcomes required in fundamental mathematics, engineering sciences, engineering design research and aspects of management, thereby preparing him/herself to engage in life-long learning to keep abreast of knowledge and skills required in the engineering field.
10. Participate as a responsible citizen in the life of local, national, and global communities by acting professionally and ethically;
11. Demonstrate cultural and aesthetic sensitivity across a range of social context in the execution of engineering activities
12. Explore education and career opportunities;

13.Organise and develop entrepreneurial opportunities through engineering problem-solving, design, technical research and managerial skills

• Engineering problems are identified, assessed, formulated, interpreted, analysed and solved effectively, creatively and innovatively by applying knowledge of Mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences from first principles.
• Small engineering projects are planned and managed so that an underlying knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering practice are demonstrated.
• Participation as a member of a team, group, organization, and community or in multi-disciplinary projects results in leadership and the performance of critical functions.
• Activities are organized and managed responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically; responsibility is taken within his/her own limits of competence and judgment is exercised in commensuration with knowledge and expertise.
• Investigations, research and experiments are effectively planned and conducted by applying appropriate theories and methodologies and data analysis and interpretation l are performed.
• Communication is effectively carried out, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large, using appropriate structure, style and graphical support.
• Appropriate engineering methods, skills, tools, technology and information technology are effectively and critically used and assessed in engineering practice and an understanding and a willingness to accept responsibility for the impact that engineering activities have on society and the environment are shown.
• Procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, works, products of processes are performed as a set of related systems and their social, legal, health, safety and environmental impacts and benefits are assessed .
• Various learning strategies and skills are employed to master module outcomes required in fundamental Mathematics, engineering sciences, engineering design research and aspects of management in preparation to engage in lifelong learning to keep abreast of knowledge and skills required in the engineering field.
• Responsible citizenship is practiced in terms of the local, national and global communities by acting professionally and ethically .
• Cultural and aesthetic sensitivity are shown across a range of social context in the execution of engineering activities.
• Education and career opportunities are explored where applicable.
• Entrepreneurial opportunities are organised and developed through engineering problem solving, design, technical research and managerial skills.

Formative assessment practices that will be implemented

Learners are continuously assessed via informnal class tests, tasks, projects and formal semester tests (in written or oral mode) and practical laboratory experiments and investigations. They also do research and design projects that are properly documented and must be rpesented to co-learners during seminar sessions. These major design and research projects are done mainly in the third and fourth (final) year of study.

Summative assessment practices that will be implemented

Integrated assessment, focusng on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by means of.

Learners are exposed to one written examination per module - towards the end of each semester. In the case of modules with a year duration, learners need to obtain a 40% mark on formative assessment for the first semester for continuation of their studies in the second semester (a final written examination is also required). Learners may alsobe orally examined in certain modules such as project and design.