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Civil Engineering Research Thesis A

Macquarie University
North Ryde , Australia
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Masters
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Civil Engineering
Area of study
Engineering
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CIVL4090 Civil Engineering Research Thesis A

Unit Description

In this unit, students will conduct the first half of an individual research thesis on a topic in the Civil Engineering major under the direction of an academic supervisor. The focus of the work will be on developing the project proposal, conducting the literature review, and project planning and design. Where the work is carried out externally at a suitable topic, an industrially-based co-supervisor may be required. At the end of the work, a comprehensive research report will be submitted. Learning in this unit enhances student understanding of global challenges identified by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), specifically Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.


General Information

  • Unit Convenor: Hazer Inaltekin
  • Credit Points: 10
  • Prerequisites: (CIVL3305 or CIVL3301) and (CIVL3201 or CIVL3101)
  • Corequisites: None
  • Co-badged Status: None

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:


  • Analyse a complex civil engineering problem and propose solutions involving the development of new knowledge or the application of cutting-edge techniques.
  • Plan a major civil engineering research project, including the design of necessary processes, information management, records keeping, project management, and communications.
  • Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of contextual factors, research direction, and foundational concepts in civil engineering.
  • Apply core civil engineering principles and practices to a research or industry challenge.
  • Demonstrate intellectual independence and an in-depth understanding of a specialist topic within civil engineering, through verbal and written communication.

Assessment Tasks

  • Preliminary Thesis: 60%, Due Week 13
  • Presentation and Oral Examination: 30%, Due Week 14-16
  • Supervisor Management Assessment: 10%, Due Week 13

Preliminary Thesis

Students are required to prepare a preliminary thesis report about their projects, including the literature review, project planning & design, progress, and achievements.


Presentation and Oral Examination

Students are required to deliver a comprehensive presentation and oral defence of their project proposal and progress at the end of the unit.


Supervisor Management Assessment

This assessment is made by the student's supervisor, based on the student's self-management, engagement, intellectual independence, initiative, and the quality of record keeping & written logbook.


Delivery and Resources

  • This unit is project-based and has no scheduled lectures or tutorial sessions.
  • Special lectures may be organised, with related announcements made via iLearn.
  • A logbook is required, containing a dated log of day-to-day activities undertaken in relation to the project.
  • Software/hardware resources required for analysis, simulation, testing, and experiments will be discussed with the supervisor.
  • Word processing software (e.g., MS Word, Latex) and MS PowerPoint or equivalent software will be required.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies:


  • Academic Appeals Policy
  • Academic Integrity Policy
  • Academic Progression Policy
  • Assessment Policy
  • Fitness to Practice Procedure
  • Assessment Procedure
  • Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
  • Special Consideration Policy

Engineers Australia Competency Mapping

The unit learning outcomes are mapped against the Engineers Australia Competency Standards, including:


  • Knowledge and Skill Base
  • Engineering Application Ability
  • Professional and Personal Attributes

Academic Integrity

Macquarie University values academic integrity, which includes honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness, and courage. Support services are available to help students meet the expectations required to complete assessments, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development, and wellbeing consultations.


Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students, including:


  • Academic Success
  • The Library
  • IT Support
  • Accessibility and disability support
  • Mental health support
  • Safety support
  • Social support
  • Student Advocacy
  • Student Enquiries
  • IT Help
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