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Level 7
Civil engineers need to have a detailed understanding of the range of materials they may work with. This includes how materials may be quantifiably tested and characterised so that the data is presented and interpreted in a way that can be understood by other professionals.
As part of this course you will be involved in an investigation of the range of materials commonly used in civil engineering. The characterisation of materials and the need for material parameters for design will be considered.
You will test a range of materials in the laboratory to establish material properties. Presentation and interpretation of test results will also form an important part of the course.
Travel to Australia
As part of this course you need to attend a practice unit at the University of South Queensland (USQ) in Australia. These units are held twice yearly in February and September.
Once you have decided on the practice unit you want to attend, we recommend you email us at so we can arrange your placement with USQ on your behalf. Once we have confirmed your placement, we will notify you and then you can enrol in the course via our website.
beng.technology@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Co-requisite courses
This course must be studied at the same time as:
Computer and internet requirements
This course is delivered online, so you will access the course and do your study online, which generally includes reading and doing activities, watching videos, downloading content, and writing and submitting assessments online.
For online learning you need:
- Access to a laptop or desktop computer
- Reliable broadband internet and a data plan
Find out more about online learning
If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access will allow you to study online please contact us.