UNSW Handbook Plan - Geotechnical Eng & Eng Geology

Geotechnical Eng & Eng Geology - CVENPS8538


	Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
	School: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
	Contact: http://www.civeng.unsw.edu.au
	Program: 8538 - Engineering Science
	Award(s):
	Master of Engineering Science (Specialisation)

Plan Outline

The specialisation in Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology provides students with advanced study options in Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology.

Plan Structure

Professional Development Courses:

A selection of professional development courses (including the one listed below for students with a geology background) appropriate to the student's specialisation will be determined by the specialisation authority.

CVEN9525 Fundamentals of Geomechanics (6 UOC)

Specialisation Courses:

CVEN9511 Geotechnical Models (6 UOC)
CVEN9512 Geomechanics (6 UOC)
CVEN9513 Advanced Foundation Engg (6 UOC)
CVEN9514 Numerical Methods Geotech Engg (6 UOC)
CVEN9521 Slope Instability (6 UOC)
CVEN9522 Rock Engineering (6 UOC)
CVEN9523 Pavement Engineering (6 UOC)
CVEN9524 Geotechnical Engg of Dams (6 UOC)

The availability of the courses may vary from session to session and courses may be offered in alternate years. Please check School's website for current information. http://www.civeng.unsw.edu.au

CVEN9901 Special Topic in Civ & Env Eng (6 UOC)
CVEN9930 Masters Project (12 UOC)
CVEN9950 Extension Masters Thesis (24 UOC)

Students may take CVEN9901, CVEN9930 or CVEN9950 depending on the program they are enrolled in, their performance in courses and the approval of the specialisation authority.

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