Date of Revision Date of Previous Revision 2014 12 02 2014 09 02 Programme Specification (2014-15) A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University s Quality Assurance and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual. Programme Title BEng Civil Engineering (with a Year in Industry) Programme Code CIV-BENG UCAS Code Criteria for Admissions (Please see General Regulations) Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) H204 JACS Code BEng H200 Minimum entry requirement is BBB grades at A-Level in Mathematics, a science subject, and one other subject. Equivalent offers are made for other qualifications such as BTEC Extended Diploma and Irish Leaving Certificate. Normal entry to the programme is at Stage 1 but applicants offering a Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering, BTEC HND, QQI Ordinary Degree Diploma, or equivalent, will be considered for direct entry to Stage 2. Students on the programme who have the right module passes and a sufficiently high overall performance at the end of Stage 2 may be allowed to transfer to a cognate MEng programme. Mode of Study (Full-time, Part-time, other) Full-time Type of Programme Single subject Length of Programme Four years Total Credits for Programme 480 Awarding Institution/Body Teaching Institution School/Department Framework for Higher Education Qualification Queen s University Belfast Queen s University Belfast School of Planning, Architecture and Civil Engineering Level 6 QAA Benchmark Group Collaborative Organisation and form of Collaboration (if applicable) Accreditations (PSRB) This degree is accredited as partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited Further Learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng. The degree has been accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (The Institution Engineering N/A Date of next scheduled accreditation visit April 2019 (estimated)
of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Incorporated Engineers, the Institution of Highways & Transportation, the Institution of Civil Engineers). ATAS Clearance Not required External Examiner Name: Professor Mark Dyer Dr. Antony Darby External Examiner Institution/Organisation Trinity College Dublin University of Bath Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Yes the Programme does not use Predominance in determining degree classification. (Please see General Regulations) Programme Specific Regulations To qualify for the award of a BEng degree, students must have passed all compulsory modules on the programme. To qualify for the award of an MEng degree, students must have passed all compulsory modules on the programme and have a final aggregate weighted average mark of at least 50%. To progress to Stage 2, students must normally have passed at least 100 credits at Level 1 or higher. To progress to Stage 3 of the BEng programmes, students must normally have passed at least 120 credits at Level 1 or higher, at least 120 further credits at Level 2 or higher, and have passed all compulsory modules. To progress to Stage 3 of the MEng programmes students must normally have passed at least 120 credits at Level 1 or higher, at least 120 further credits at Level 2 or higher, have passed all compulsory modules, and have achieved a Stage 2 weighted average mark of not less than 55%. To progress to Stage 4 of the MEng programmes, students must normally have passed at least 120 credits at Level 3 or higher, have passed all compulsory modules, and have achieved a Stage 3 weighted average mark of not less than 60%. To progress to the intercalated year on the Year in Industry programmes students must normally have at least 120 credits at Level 1 or higher, and at least 100 further credits at Level 2 or higher. Students with protected characteristics Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations Students will normally be permitted to enrol on a module only twice. Students who have not been awarded a pass for a compulsory module by the end of their second enrolment will normally be required to withdraw from the programme. The programme does not contain any barriers to access or progression for any protected group except for those with total blindness, because of the accrediting body s requirement that every student undertake surveying, which relies on optical instruments. The programme requires students to undertake work-based placement lasting one year and it will therefore be necessary to ensure that any host employer is able to provide the necessary support for any student with a disability. No (Please see General Regulations)
Educational Aims of Programme The programme aims to produce engineering graduates equipped for professional rôles in industry, the professions and public service. The programme meets the requirements of the Engineering Council s UK-SPEC for BEng degrees and the QAA Engineering Benchmark Statement as part of the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. In particular the course develops: a. the intellectual, practical and managerial skills of the learner in the acquisition, analysis, interpretation and understanding of civil engineering principles in preparation for a career in the construction and engineering industry, for further study, for life-long learning, and an appreciation of the value of engineering to society; b. the ability to apply critical and analytical problem solving skills across a broad range of subjects and transferable skills that relate to literacy, numeracy, computing, team-working and personal presentations and interactions to prepare graduates for more general employment; c. concepts of sustainable development, economics, management, and business; and d. a greater understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in an industrial context through a sandwich year of industrial placement. All students will be assigned an Advisor of Studies and a personal tutor at the beginning of the programme to provide support and guidance. The programme director and module co-ordinators will be the primary sources of academic guidance for students. Students will have access to other members of staff via assignments associated with each module. In addition, for the individual project students will join a research cluster and be assigned a supervisor who will offer guidance on their project. The School office is a source of general advice and information for all students. All students will receive access to a student handbook with information regarding regulations, marking criteria, responsibilities of students, points of contact within the School, key dates and deadlines, information about the use of Queen s Online, external sources of help and assistance, and appeals / complaints procedures, etc. Assessment is by a mixture of coursework, presentations, laboratories, class tests, and unseen written examination. Assessment criteria are linked to learning outcomes for each module. Assessment is carried out at the end of each semester. Supplementary examinations are held in August and September. Unseen written examinations comprise approximately 50% of the assessment for Stream A and approximately 40% of the assessment for Stream B. Learning Outcomes: Cognitive Skills a. plan, conduct, present and report an engineering project; b. design building and civil engineering works; c. analyse, evaluate and interpret experimental data; d. formulate and test concepts and hypotheses; and e. interpret engineering drawings. Student s cognitive skills are developed through lectures, workshops, laboratory classes, individual project work, team-working exercises, and design exercises. Their cognitive skills will also be enhanced through independent study and the design and implementation of an independent research project and a major design report. Assessment is done primarily using coursework, in particular through the preparation of written reports and presentations. Learning Outcomes: Transferable Skills a. make effective use of both oral and written skills; b. use Information Technology (IT) software such as spreadsheets, word processors, the World Wide Web, and specialist packages; c. demonstrate a capacity to learn; d. plan, monitor and adjust a personal programme of work; e. apply transferable skills; and The teaching of the majority of the transferable skills forms an integral part of the overall learning and teaching process on the degree pathway. f. work in a team and understand professional responsibilities. The assessment of the majority of the transferable skills forms an integral part of the overall assessment of the degree pathway. Team-working skills, written communication skills, and oral communication skills are assessed directly. Practical skills in the use of Information Technology are not formally assessed, although the development of IT skills are integral to the learning and teaching process underpinning the degree programme and are assessed indirectly. Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding a. demonstrate an understanding of the scientific and mathematical principles Students acquisition of core knowledge and Assessment is done using a mix of university
underpinning civil engineering; b. demonstrate an awareness of constraints including environmental and sustainability limitations and the role of creativity and buildability in design; c. demonstrate an ability to use computer applications in design and analysis; d. demonstrate a wide knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the commercial and economic context of engineering processes; e. demonstrate knowledge of technical literature and other information sources, codes of practice and industry standards; and f. describe the role of the engineer in society regarding sustainable development of the environment. Learning Outcomes: Subject Specific Skills understanding is achieved primarily through independent study supported by lectures, tutorials, laboratory and design classes, and workshops. examinations, class tests, laboratory reports, and coursework. a. apply analytical and numerical techniques to a wide range of engineering problems; b. apply software and CAD skills to engineering projects and designs; c. apply entrepreneurship, business, economic and professional skills required for management roles in industry; d. prepare descriptive and interpretative technical reports; e. use equipment and instruments competently and safely; and Students subject-specific skills are developed through lectures, workshops, laboratory classes, individual project work, team-working exercises, and design exercises. f. demonstrate an understanding of the role of other professionals. Assessment is done primarily using coursework, in particular through the preparation of written reports and presentations.
Programme Requirements Module title Module Level/ Credits Availability Duration Pre-requisite Status Assessment code stage Coursework % Examination % Stage 1 for Stream A and Stream B Surveying and measurement CIV1010 Stage 1 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 60 40 Solids and Structures CIV1017 Stage 1 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 40 60 Construction Materials & Practice CIV1018 Stage 1 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 35 65 Engineering Drawing & Design CIV1019 Stage 1 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Professional Studies 1 CIV1011 Stage 1 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Mathematics 1(i) CIV1015 Stage 1 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Fluids 1 CIV1008 Stage 1 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Further Mathematics 1 CIV1020 Stage 1 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Stage 2 for Stream A Design 2 CIV2007 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Geotechnics 2 CIV2017 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 30 70 Hydraulics 2 CIV2018 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Structures 2 CIV2019 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 40 60 Professional Studies 2 CIV2010 Stage 2 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Engineering Geology 2 CIV2012 Stage 2 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 30 70 Mathematics (C) 2 CIV2013 Stage 2 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Highway and Traffic Engineering CIV2021 Stage 2 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Stage 2 for Stream B Hydraulics 2(ii) CIV2002 Stage 2 10 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 10 90 Design 2 CIV2007 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 30 70 Geotechnics 2 CIV2017 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Structures 2 CIV2019 Stage 2 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 40 60 Professional Studies 2 CIV2010 Stage 2 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Urban Space and Form 2 EVP2003 Stage 2 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Mathematics (C) 2 CIV2013 Stage 2 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 20 80 Architectural Design Studies 2 CIV2022 Stage 2 20 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Placement Civil Engineering Placement CIV3999 n/a 120 Placement n/a Compulsory 100 0 Stage 3 for Stream A Project 3 CIV3006 Stage 3 30 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Design 3 CIV3007 Stage 3 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Geotechnics 3(i) CIV3001 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 30 70 Structures 3(i) CIV3002 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks CIV2007 & CIV2019 Compulsory 0 100 Hydraulics 3(i) CIV3003 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 10 90 Management and Economics 3 CIV3004 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 0 100 GIS and Spatial Analysis CIV3059 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks Optional 100 0 French for Engineering Students FRH3020 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks GCSE French, Grade Optional 40 60 post GCSE B or above. Students with A-level French are not permitted to take this module. Water and Wastewater Treatment CIV3010 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Maths A Level or eq. Optional 5 95 Structural Design 3 CIV3011 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks CIV2007 & CIV2019 Optional 0 100 Engineering Geology 3 CIV3023 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Optional 30 70 Geoenvironmental Site CIV3028 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Optional 20 80 Characterisation Durability of Structures CIV3026 Stage 3 10 Inactive Stage 3 for Stream B
Project 3 CIV3006 Stage 3 30 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Design 3 CIV3007 Stage 3 20 Full year 24 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Architectural Technology 3(i) ARC3001 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 100 0 Geotechnics 3(i) CIV3001 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks Compulsory 30 70 Structures 3(i) CIV3002 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks CIV2007 & CIV2019 Compulsory 0 100 Architectural Design Studies 3 CIV3027 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks CIV2022 Compulsory 100 0 Management and Economics 3 CIV3004 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Compulsory 0 100 French for Engg. Students post GCSE FRH3020 Stage 3 10 Autumn 12 weeks GCSE French, Grade B or above. Students with A-level French are not permitted to take this module. Optional 40 60 Architecture and Conservation ARC3013 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Optional 100 0 History & Theory of Architecture 2* ARC3022 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks Optional 0 100 Structural Design 3 CIV3011 Stage 3 10 Spring 12 weeks CIV2007 & CIV2019 Optional 0 100 Durability of Structures CIV3026 Stage 3 10 Inactive Students wishing to transfer to the MEng Civil Engineering or MEng Environmental and Civil Engineering programmes should follow Stream A. Students wishing to transfer to the MEng Structural Engineering with Architecture programme should follow Stream B. Students transferring from Stage 2 of the MEng Civil Engineering or MEng Environmental & Civil Engineering programmes must take Stream A. Students transferring from Stage 2 of the MEng Structural Engineering with Architecture programme must take Stream B. Stage 2 students on Stream B are advised to attend ARC1001 Technology and Environment 1(i) in the Autumn semester for awareness and to assist with studio modules in the future. Enrolment is not required. Students gain a greater understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in an industrial context through a sandwich year of industrial placement, taken between Stage 2 and Stage 3. Progression on the sandwich degree is subject to satisfactory completion of the sandwich year and an approved report. Students who do not wish or are unable to complete a sandwich year may transfer to the parallel BEng degree. Stage 3 students must take an approved combination of modules of total weight 120 CAT Credits. Stage 3 students may take from anywhere in the University one optional half module (10 CATS), at Level 3 or higher, which is not on the approved programme, subject to the agreement of the Advisor of Studies and the module's co-ordinator. Approved by Director of Education: Print Name:.. Signature: Date:..