CivE 900

Capstone Design Course for M.Eng. in Construction and Structural Students


Description

This course is an open-ended capstone design project. Students will work in teams on a design project encompassing construction engineering and structural engineering disciplines and will prepare regular team reports, design memos, engineering drawings, presentations, and present findings.

Learning Outcomes

For All Students:
● Learn how to approach, breakdown, and solve an undefined (or poorly defined) problem.
● Develop and execute a project workplan.
● Use acquired technical knowledge to solve a real-world problem.
● Effectively communicate design ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
● Function effectively on a diverse team towards shared objectives.
Additionally for Structural Engineering Students:
● Develop skills in structural analysis and design.
● Select structural systems and materials based on project requirements, cost-effectiveness, constructability, and sustainability.
● Create construction documentation including structural drawings, specifications, and calculations.
Additionally for Construction Engineering Students:
● Develop comprehensive construction plans and schedules that consider sequencing, resource allocation, and project constraints.
● Accurately estimate construction costs, consider cost drivers, and implement effective cost control measures.
● Ensure that design solutions are practical to construct and maintain, considering available resources, construction techniques, and site logistics.

Lecture Seminar Lab Credits Total AU
3 0/1 0/1 3 37.8
M % NS % CS % ES % ED %

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Undergraduate Program(s)


Sections & Respective Instructors

Construction - 2026/2027 - Winter - Salam Khalife
Structures - 2026/2027 - Winter - Cameron Franchuk
Construction - 2025/2026 - Winter - Salam Khalife
Structures - 2025/2026 - Winter - Cameron Franchuk
Construction - 2024/2025 - Winter - Salam Khalife
Structures - 2024/2025 - Winter - Cameron Franchuk
A1 - 2023/2024 - Fall -
B2 - 2023/2024 - Winter - Cameron Franchuk & Salam Khalife