Civil Engineering
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Length
4 years full-time or up to 8 years part-time (by arrangement)
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
Civil engineering involves the design and contruction of most of our basic infratructure, while also protecting the surrounding environment. This course aims to prepare students to work as civil engineers in the design, construction and maintenance of essential infrastructure such as buildings, roads, dams, water supply systems, railways and airports. It matches theoretical training with practical experience, and features studies in civil engineering practice and management, project work, field trips, <an href="www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/cadetship";>industry-based learning</a> (three options available), and an extensive range of supporting scholarships.
Graduates have the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally on a wide range of projects. Civil engineering may be combined with science or business in a double degree program, providing a full suite of skills for future career prospects.
Course structure
First-year studies include mathematics, physics, engineering, accounting, and environmental science. Later-year subjects cover surveying, geomatics and hydraulics, building design and construction, environmental law, earth science, structural mechanics and design, advanced mathematics, geotechnology, construction management, and regional and transport engineering.
Contact hours
20 hours a week (average)
Subject details
Major areas of study
Civil engineering, environmental engineering, engineering.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesThe course has many industry-sponsored and University scholarships available. These provide financial support, paid vacation work, access to career mentoring advice from practising engineers and guaranteed postgraduate
Middle Band
Performance in prerequisite studies is considered, as are Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria. In addition, a regional bonus may apply.
Selection
ATAR 64.80 (2011)
Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 75 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any), Mathematical Methods, and either Physics or Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Paid industry experience
Career opportunities
Engineering impacts on virtually every aspect of society, and professional engineers participate in careers across many fields. Consequently, graduates are likely to find extensive opportunities in private industry, consultancies, local, state, and Federal government organisations, and in research. Career paths may range from general engineering practice and management roles up to CEO level.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia, and graduates are eligible for membership.