Program Overview

University Programs

The University of South Australia (UniSA) offers a range of 100% online career-focused degrees across various areas. These degrees have been designed specifically for online learning.

Areas of Study

• Accounting, Economics & Finance
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)
  • Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade)
• Business
  • Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)
  • Bachelor of Business (Management)
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Business (Tourism, Event and Hospitality Management)
  • Bachelor of Digital Business
  • Diploma in Digital Business
  • Graduate Certificate in Business (Digital Transformation)
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Business (Digital Innovation)
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business
• Communications & Marketing
  • Bachelor of Communication
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Digital Media
  • Bachelor of Marketing and Communication
• Digital Business
  • Graduate Certificate in Business (Digital Transformation)
  • Bachelor of Digital Business
  • Diploma in Digital Business
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Business (Digital Innovation)
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business
• Engineering & Construction
  • Associate Degree in Engineering
  • Bachelor of Construction Management
• Health Science
  • Bachelor of Health Science (Healthy Ageing)
  • Bachelor of Health Science
  • Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise)
  • Bachelor of Public Health
• IT & Data Analytics
  • Bachelor of Data Analytics
  • Bachelor of Digital Business
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business
  • Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology
• Psychology, Criminology & Social Services
  • Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Psychological Science and Sociology
  • Bachelor of Psychology
  • Graduate Certificate in Childhood Trauma
• Public & Community Health
  • Bachelor of Community Health
  • Bachelor of Public Health

Course Details

UO Construction Materials

Course Information

• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Study Method: 100% online
• Course ID: CIVE 1006
• Unit Value: 4.5
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Availability/Timetable(s): Study Period 1, Study Period 4

Course Aim

The course aims to introduce students to the selection and use of materials and components in modern construction.

Course Content

The course covers factors affecting the selection of construction materials, including functions, performance, aesthetics, economic, and environmental factors. It also explores the scientific properties of construction materials, including physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Additionally, the course delves into commonly used primary and secondary construction materials and products, such as concrete, steel, wood, masonry materials, finishes, and waterproofing materials. The life cycle of construction materials and products and their sustainable use in construction are also discussed.

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks for this course.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Corequisite(s)

There are no corequisites for this course.

Teaching Method

The course is taught through external, online activities over a period of 10 weeks.

Assessment

Assessment methods include presentation, quiz, and report.

Fees

• EFTSL*: 0.125
• Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
• Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
• Non-award enrolment

Online Course Facilitators

Dr. Mehdi Amirkhani is one of the facilitators for this course.

Degree this course is offered in

This course is offered in several degrees, including:

• Bachelor of Construction Management
• Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
• Diploma in STEM (Construction)
• Undergraduate Certificate in Construction Management