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Part -1 Civil Engineering Technology
To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the student is able to:
P1. Discuss earthworks activities, equipment and techniques.
P2. Describe methods and techniques used to create complex foundations, piling works and drainage works
P3. Describe methods and techniques used in culvert construction, underpass construction and provision for utilities..
P4. Identify the hazards, risks and safety arrangements for excavations, working in confined spaces, working on structures and for working within temporary works on highways.
P5. Develop and present a site safety plan, rick assessments and method statements for a given engineering activity.
P6. Evaluate the environmental, quality, geotechnical and economic contexts of a given civil engineering problem.
P7. Propose a solution to given civil engineering problem.
P8. Describe methods and techniques used in highway design.
P9. Develop a civil engineering design proposal for a new infrastructure project.
M1. Analysis methods and techniques used in large complex earthmoving operations and deep excavations.
M2. Discuss health & safety legislation and codes of practice related to civil engineering sites.
M3. Illustrate how environmental, geotechnical, quality and economic contexts of a problem are addressed through a proposal..
M4. Analyse methods and techniques used to create bridge foundations, flexible highway construction foundation criteria and related geotechnical.
D1. Evaluate methods and techniques used to deal with issues of ground and slope stability.
D2. Justify a site safety plan, risk assessment and method statements report for activity related to given civil engineering project.
D3. Justify the selection of specific features in the development of a civil engineering solution to a given problem.
Assignment Brief and Guidance:
Scenario: A large development is proposed at Lok Wo Shan, Shatin, Hong Kong. The whole project covers an area of 1,024,396 square feet will be November 2014 completed. The site could contain 25 towers. A large site formation works consist of excavation, backfilling, slope-stabilization works , construction of new retaining walls, and laying of drains and other underground utilities are necessary in this project. Figure 1 and Figure 2 show the site formation plan, and final borehole log for this site formation.
You are an engineering assistant of a large contractor. You are asked to produce a report on civil engineering projects to use as marketing material for your company as it seeks to expand its business and for further diversify into infrastructure projects. You may use tables, images, photos and drawings as appropriate
Learning Outcomes :
LO1: Explain the common method and techniques used in civil engineering earthworks and substructures
1. Discuss earthworks activities, equipment and techniques. Discussion might include the excavation and earthmoving equipment may be classified into four categories: 1) excavation; 2) excavation and load; 3) haul and deposit; and 4) excavation, load, haul and deposit) with illustration or diagram. (P1)
2. Describe methods and techniques used to create complex foundations, piling works and drainage works. Discuss and explain techniques to install piling system and ground stabilization activities. First classify different types of piles and then state the details of pile installation techniques. (P2)
3. Describe methods and techniques used in culvert construction, underpass construction and provision for utilities. Illustrations construction methods used in drainage works, culvert and utilities. Drains and underground utilities can be laid by conventional open-trench excavation or trenchless method. (P3)
Analysis methods and techniques used in large complex earthmoving operations and deep excavations. Discussion might include the further methods and techniques for deep excavation (deep more than 3m from ground level). (M1)
Evaluate methods and techniques used to deal with issues of ground and slope stability. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration for ground and slope stability for civil engineering project in Hong Kong. (D1)
LO2: Present a site safety plan, risk assessment and method statement for a given civil engineering activity.
4. Identify the hazards, risks and safety arrangements for excavations, working in confined spaces, working on structures and for working within temporary works on highways. Identify appropriate techniques and method to ensure safe and productive activities in deep excavation. Note that trench excavation involves multiple safety issues: excavation safety, working at height, confined space, etc. (P4)
5. Develop and present a site safety plan, rick assessments and method statements for a given engineering activity. Produce safety plans for problems arising from civil engineering activities. The safety plan should include, roles and responsibilities of various personnel, safety procedure, emergency procedure, etc. (P5)
Discuss health & safety legislation and codes of practice related to civil engineering sites. Discussion might in current legislation, registration, or codes of practices related to civil engineering sites in Hong Kong. Proper reference might be provided. (M2)
Justify a site safety plan, risk assessment and method statements report for activity related to given civil engineering project. Assess hazards from civil engineering activities. Give examples of hazards in typical construction processes. Hazards should first be identified and then being assessed. (D2)
LO3: Evaluate a given civil engineering problem and propose a solution
6. Evaluate the environmental, quality, geotechnical and economic contexts of a given civil engineering problem. Detail evaluation might include illusion or diagram to supply your answer.(P6)
7. Propose a solution to given civil engineering problem. You might provide illusion or diagram for supply your propose solution for solve the infrastructure projects problems in given case study in Hong Kong. (P7)
Illustrate how environmental, geotechnical, quality and economic contexts of a problem are addressed through a proposal. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to propose the environmental, geotechnical, quality and economic contexts of a problem for infrastructure projects in civil engineering project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided. (M3)
LO4: Prepare a design proposal for a new infrastructure project
8. Describe methods and techniques used in highway design. Detail explanation might include illusion or diagram to supply your answer. (P8)
9. Develop a civil engineering design proposal for a new infrastructure project. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to determine of design proposal to develop new infrastructural project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided.(P9)
10. Analyse methods and techniques used to create bridge foundations, flexible highway construction foundation criteria and related geotechnical. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to analyse methods and techniques for foundation project in Hong Kong. (M4)
Justify the selection of specific features in the development of a civil engineering solution to a given problem. You might justify the select of specific features in develop the given infrastructural project in Hong Kong.(D3)
Part -2: Geotechnics and Soil Mechanics
To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the student is able to:
P1 Discuss rock types formation and classification, susceptibility to weathering and the weathering process.
P2 Analyse the discontinuous nature of rock mass.
P3 Explore methods and techniques used in ground and site investigation, soil sampling, soil descriptions and soil classification to current codes of practice.
P4 Evaluate methods and techniques used in ground and site investigation and soil sampling.
P5 Evaluate how soil properties are determined, including moisture content, density, specific gravity, shear strength compressibility, liquid and plasticity indices, California bearing ratio
P6 Produce design proposals to address geotechnical problem related to embankments, bridge and road foundations for a given site
M1 Evaluate the use of rock and uncommented sediments within civil engineering.
M2 Evaluate methods and techniques used in ground and site investigation and soil sampling.
M3 Analysis result from soil properties testing.
M4 Justify the approach to a design proposal in meeting identified geotechnical weaknesses.
D1 Critically analyse example that address problems caused by the discontinuous nature of rock mass when tunnelling and constructing bridges using case studies as example.
D2 Assess the importance of site investigation, soil sampling and determine of soil properties for infrastructure projects
D3 Integrate test data to inform the development of design proposals
Assignment Brief and Guidance:
As an assistant civil engineer with a large engineering firm, you have been tasked with preparing a report based on survey and soil sampling for a proposed construction project. The proposal is for a large infrastructure project, in an area of mixed geological conditions. The survey, site investigation and soil sampling were undertaken by a different firm; so you are relying on their data.
In preparing your report, you are asked to use industry standard language, include references (as necessary) to ensure that your calculations, comments and recommendations are supported by research and analysis.
Your report is intended to be read by the lead civil engineer for your company, but will also be available to the client. Therefore, you should be mindful of the different audiences for your work.
Your report is expected to address:
rock types found on the site weathering of soil and rock on the site any issues of discontinuous rock mass found on the site the use of rock and un-cemented sediments found on site the accuracy of site investigation data and soil sampling in the information provided codes of practice relevant to the project.
LO1: Review rock types, their formation and uses within civil engineering
1. Discuss rock types formation and classification, susceptibility to weathering and the weathering processes. Discussion might include the formation of common rock types (three different rock types) and provided classification of common rock types (with illustrations), and weathering processes with illustration or diagram. (P1)
2. Analyse the discontinuous nature of rock mass. You may analyse rock mass characterization for design and construction purposes with illustration. (P2)
Evaluate the use of rock and uncommented sediments within civil engineering. You may further explanation uncemented sediments with civil engineering construction project in Hong Kong (M1)
Critically analyse example that address problems caused by the discontinuous nature of rock mass when tunnelling and constructing bridges using case studies as example. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration in civil engineering project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided. (D1)
LO2: Explore and classify soils to current codes of practice
3. Detail explore methods and techniques used in ground and site investigation, soil sampling, Soil descriptions and soil classification to current codes of practice. Discussion might include the purpose and objectives for ground investigation, supplementary investigation in construction site in Hong Kong.(P3)
4. Explore how soils are classified from soil particle size, soil types, specific gravity and plasticity indices to current codes of practice. Discussion might include the soil descriptions & classifications of soil classification in Hong Kong. (P4)
Evaluate methods and techniques used in ground and site investigation and soil sampling. Detail evaluation might include the geoguide, geospec, general specification or codes of practice for explanation of method and techniques for ground investigation works in Hong Kong.(M2)
Assess the importance of site investigation, soil sampling and determine of soil properties for infrastructure projects. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to show the importance of site investigation, soil sampling and determine of soil properties for infrastructure projects in civil engineering project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided. (D2)
LO3: Analysis soil properties determine by geotechnical procedures
5. Evaluate how soil properties are determined, including moisture content, density, specific gravity, shear strength compressibility, liquid and plasticity indices, California bearing ratio. Detail evaluation might include illusion or diagram to supply your answer.
Analysis result from soil properties testing. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to determine of soil properties for infrastructure projects in civil engineering project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided. (M3)
LO4: Produce a proposal to address identified geotechnical weakness and problem
6. Produce design proposals to address geotechnical problem related to embankments, bridge and road foundations for a given site. Detail explanation might include illusion or diagram to supply your answer.
Justify the approach to a design proposal in meeting identified geotechnical weaknesses. You might provide at least one example or case study with illustration to determine of design proposal to meet the geotechnical weakness in civil engineering project in Hong Kong, Proper reference might be provided.(M4)
Integrate test data to inform the development of design proposals. Suitable graph, analysis the result and conclusion of design proposal might be provided. (D3)
Part -3: Construction Practice and Management
P1 Explain how the construction industry has developed and encompassed professionalism within its structures.
P2 Demonstrate the scope and linkage between head office and site office structure within a construction organisation.
P3 Identify the type of contractual work tendered by contractors
P4 Identify the different types of construction companies in the market.
P5 Explain the relationship between different construction organisations. (give example of at least 3)
P6 Identify, with examples, modern construction processes and sequences highlighting the way they respond to sustainability needs.
P7 Explain contract planning techniques used within micro and macro projects.
P8 Identify where BIM impacts upon operations and construction companies.
P9 Explain how health & safety has now become an integrated part of the construction process.
P10 Describe the government legislation which has benchmarked health & safety within construction.
P11 Discuss the role of collaboration and communication in ensuring safe working practices.
M1 Analyse how the construction industry has developed overall in terms employees and contracted work.
M2 Analyse the catalyst which connects construction companies, including contracts and tendering.
M3 Analyse how construction has developed in terms of innovation, designs, and within contracts for micro and macro projects, and the interrelationship with BIM.
M4 Demonstrate how the construction industry has benefited through changes in health safety legislation.
D1 Critically evaluate how construction companies have developed their structure and business ethos.
D2 Compare the main factors which differentiate between construction companies, contracts and tendering.
D3 Provide a detailed analysis of how the construction industry has evolved in terms of innovative construction methods and contracts.
D4 Evaluate the impact of health & safety legislation, how it has evolved the drivers for it, and its advantages or weaknesses within construction.
Assignment
1. Describe the construction industry with reference to company structures and other activities.
2. Explain different types of construction companies in the market and their relationships within the tendering process.
3. Discuss the key stages in a construction project, and how Building Information. Modelling informs the different stages.
4. Analyse how the construction industry has developed suitable collaboration strategies in support of greater recognition of health It safety.
Scenario (Task 1.1 to 1.5)
You are the assistant construction manager in a consultant firm and your client has a new residential project at Kowloon East Road. The following information is required by client to develop an organisation for this project.
Task 1.1 (P1)
Explain how the construction industry has developed and encompassed professionalism within its structures.
Task 1.2 (P2)
Demonstrate the scope and linkage between head office and site office structure within a construction organisation.
Task 1.3 (P3)
Identify the type of contractual work tendered by contractors.
Task 1.4 (M1)
Analyse how the construction industry has developed overall in terms of company structures, it's employees and contracted work.
Task 1.5 (D1)
Critically evaluate how construction companies have developed their structure and business ethos.
Scenario (Task 2.1 to 2.4)
In the feasibility stage of the project, your client arranged a meeting with you on the next week to discuss the different types of construction company and their relationships within the tendering process. He has sent you a meeting agenda with the following discussion points for your preparation.
Task 2.1 (P4)
Identify the different types of construction companies in the market.
Task 2.2 (P5)
Explain the relationship between different construction organisations. (give example of at least 3)
Task 2.3(M2)
Analyse the catalyst which connects construction companies, including contracts and tendering.
Task 2.4 (D2)
Compare the main factors which differentiate between construction companies, contracts and tendering.
Scenario (Task 3.1 to 3.4)
You have recommended your client to use BIM (Building Information Modelling) in this project and you are preparing a presentation to explain the key stages in a construction project, and how Building Information Modelling informs the different stages.
Task 3.1 (P6)
Identify, with examples, modern construction processes and sequences used within today's industry, highlighting the way they respond to sustainability needs.
Task 3.2 (P7)
Explain contract planning techniques used within micro and macro projects.
Task 3.3 (P8)
Identify where BIM impacts upon operations and construction companies.
Task 3.4 (M3)
Analyse how construction has developed in terms of innovation, designs, and within contracts for micro and macro projects, and the interrelationship with BIM.
Task 3.5 (D3)
Provide a detailed analysis of how the construction industry has evolved in terms of innovative construction methods and contracts.
Scenario (Task 4.1 to 4.5)
The client concerns about the health and safety issue in the project. He requested you to analyse how the construction industry has developed suitable collaboration strategies in support of greater recognition of health and safety.
Task 4.1 (P9)
Explain how health and safety has now become an integrated part of the construction process.
Task 4.2 (P10)
Describe the government legislation which has benchmarked health Et safety within construction.
Task 4.3 (P11)
Discuss the role of collaboration and communication in ensuring safe working practices.
Task 4.4 (M4)
Demonstrate how the construction industry has benefited through changes in health safety legislation.
Task 4.5 (D4)
Evaluate the impact of health Et safety legislation, how it has evolved the drivers for it, and its advantages or weaknesses within construction.