Learning Outcomes
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CivE 375 | | |
CivE 202 | Learning statistical methods and their application Display, summarize and description of data Performing statistical inference Model building due to its impact for professional engineering practice Learning to do statistical analysis with a computer |
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CivE 212 | Identify soil type based on the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS). Identify asphalt type based on the following methods: (i) Penetration Grading; (ii) Viscosity Grading; (iii) Performance Grading Describe the properties of hardened Asphalt Concrete, based on the following: (i) Volumetrics; (ii) Hardened Properties Identify the various types of Portland Cenement as recognized in Canada, based on: (i) Classification as listed by the Canadian Standards Association; (ii) Hydration chemistry for each component within Portland cement Design and proportion a concrete mixture Recall terminologies and magnitudes of constants, fundamental to the field of Materials Science, and demonstrate their knowledge through proper usage. Describe different types of bonding, classify materials, and relate the mechanical thermal, electronic and chemical properties of materials to their atomic, molecular, and crystal structures. Relate materials’ elastic-plastic deformation to applied stress, understand the behavior of common defects, and steps to strengthen materials by controlling defects, Describe various processing of metals, alloys, and choose pertinent processes for desired characteristics, using the concepts of diffusion, microstructure, and phase transformation. Predict microstructure and properties of materials based on phase diagrams/phase transformations, and design processing of materials, including heat treatment processes, using the knowledge of TTT and CCT curves. Inspect, analyze, and diagnose corrosion-related problems, and resolve them through recommending proactive and preventive measures. Describe the basics of polymers and ceramics, and identify the structure-property relation of polymeric and ceramic products in engineering. Be familiar with laboratory methods for measuring mechanical properties, microstructure, heat treatment of steels, and corrosion. |
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CivE 230 | Predict fluid behavior using knowledge of fluid properties. Solve inviscid flow problems using the Bernoulli equation and mass conservation. Use tables, figures, and the energy equation to solve laminar and turbulent pipe flow problems Perform dimensional analysis, identify important dimensionless parameters and employ similitude. Calculate pressure distributions, forces on surfaces, and buoyancy forces. Use the Navier Stokes equations to solve simple laminar flow problems. Describe the flow field around a typical body immersed in a flow and compute the flow induced drag forces. Explain the concept of the boundary layer. Predict laminar and turbulent boundary behaviour using the von Karman integral equation or empirical equations. |
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CivE 252 | Understanding of basic concepts and computational procedures used in plane surveying To be able to estimate the required accuracy of surveying they may be involved in To give an understanding of the interaction and importance of surveying and engineering The use of new and novel measurement techniques not previously a part of surveying Introduction to Geomatics Engineering and its applications |
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CivE 262 | Differentiate and manipulate the different types of raw data (structured, semi-structured, unstructured) Demonstrate knowledge of statistical data analysis techniques utilized in engineering decision making Apply quantitative modeling and data analysis techniques to the solution of real world civil engineering problems |
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CivE 265-2023 | | |
CivE 272 | Plane stress and strain Stress-strain relationships Stresses and deformations resulting from axial and transverse loads Buckling of columns Torsion of circular sections Combined stress Statically indeterminate problems |
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CivE 295-2023 | | |
CivE 406-2023 | | |
EnvE 322 | Describe common sources of subsurface contamination and associated contaminant characteristics Explain the purpose and general methodology of Phase I and II ESAs Explain the application of ESA standards (CSA Z768-01 and Z769-00) and the “Alberta Environment Tier I and II Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines” Develop a conceptual site model through the preparation of soil cross sections, groundwater elevation contour maps, groundwater flow calculations, and contaminant transport calculations Describe the mathematical basis for contaminant transport model development Apply the above concepts to relevant case studies which demonstrate groundwater remediation initiatives | |
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Math118 | | |
Math117 | | |
MinE 615 | | |
MinE 710 | | |
PetE 373 | Determine reservoir petrophysical properties by analyzing laboratory data Determine various formation properties and understand their relevance for oil recovery Estimate oil and gas reserves Formulate concepts of incompressible, slightly compressible and compressible fluid flow in porous media Formulate concepts and use analytical solutions for well-bore flowing pressure of a reservoir in steady-state, transient and semi steady-state flow conditions. Explain and identify different reservoir drive (oil and gas production) mechanisms by analyzing production data Calculate oil and gas production by using reservoir properties and appropriate material balance methods for different types of reservoirs Calculate the rate of water influx into petroleum reservoirs by analyzing production data and reservoir properties |
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CivE 460 | Apply engineering knowledge to a practical open-ended civil engineering design problem Recall elements of the design process Recognize the elements of the reverse engineering design process and apply them to a civil engineering design problem Describe design criteria and their impact on a specific design problem Identify and apply relevant standards and codes for the project Recognize elements of sustainable design Discuss aspects of community and stakeholder engagement Develop a preliminary design Conduct an independent design appraisal of peer’s work Apply design concepts intensive group project and communicate results in a final presentation as a team Work effectively in a group (i.e. demonstrate leadership, act as responsible member of the team, demonstrate time management skills, understand and perform assigned role, actively contribute to team discussion and planning, respect contributions of other team members) Evaluate group member’s performance and respond to instructor’s evaluation of the team | |
CivE 461 | Apply engineering knowledge to a practical open-ended civil engineering design problem Undertake the detailed design process from the preliminary work developed and recommend a final design Conduct independent design appraisal of peers’ work Apply, in a team, management techniques to the different stages of a design project Include economic analysis within design project Work effectively in a group (i.e. demonstrate leadership, act as responsible member of the team, demonstrate time management skills, understand and perform assigned role, actively contribute to team discussion and planning, respect contributions of other team members) Evaluate group member’s performance and respond to instructor’s evaluation of the team Communicate, as a team, the results of a design in both a written document and an oral presentation Assess the social, health, or safety impact of a design on society Analyze environmental impact of proposed engineering project Identifies and accesses appropriate sources of knowledge/ training Evaluates information sources critically for accuracy and relevancy |
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CivE 315 | Describe and assess how driver, vehicle, and road characteristics effects the geometric design of highways Conduct and evaluate the outcomes of traffic engineering studies using engineering appropriate techniques Explain the safety management process and formulate strategies to improve traffic safety Describe and explain the different elements of traffic flow theory Explain the design principles for at-grade intersections and intersection control Use equations and procedures to estimate speed and density in order to determine capacity and level of service Describe and explain the major elements of transportation planning Describe and apply the 4-step process to forecast travel demand Apply and compare the results of different evaluation methods based on economic or multiple criteria Explain the factors influencing highway design, and explain the design principles for vertical and horizontal curves. |
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EnvE 326 | Use risk management frameworks to identify quality standards and endpoints for environmental design processes. Describe common sources of subsurface contamination and associated contaminant characteristics. Explain the purpose and general methodology of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA). Design an ESA plan to investigate a contaminated site. Use environmental investigation protocols to design sampling programs, guide sample collection, and data interpretation. Develop a conceptual site model through the preparation of soil cross sections, groundwater elevation contour maps, groundwater flow calculations, and contaminant transport calculations. | |
CivE 381 | Calculate the physical properties and test the compaction curve for soils Evaluate the hydraulic properties of soils and the effects of seepage on the effective stress of soils Estimate the magnitude and rate of consolidation settlement for shallow foundations built on clayey soils Describe the shear behaviour of soil and determine the shear strength parameters of soil under various drainage conditions Assess the factor of safety of soil retaining walls using Rankine's earth pressure theory Carry out lab tests to determine the physical, hydraulic, and mechanical properties of soil and the consolidation behaviour |
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CivE 481 | Identify soil mechanical properties to be used for geotechnical design Design of shallow foundations using soil mechanics principles Design of deep foundations using soil mechanics principles Design of soil-retaining structures; calculate earth pressures using two earth pressure theories Select the proper soil strength and methods, and assess the slope stability with simple geometries Evaluate geotechnical and geological properties of soils from site investigation methods | |
CivE 431 | Classify rivers based on their appearance and assess river behavior according to the category it belongs to. Differentiate uniform flow, gradually varied flow, rapidly varied flow, and unsteady flow and perform calculation in each category. Conduct calibration of a hydraulic model towards field measurements utilizing HEC-RAS hydraulic model. Carry out hydrological analysis to calculate runoff from rainfall. Perform frequency analysis to determine design flood for specified return period. Calculate aquifer characteristics using data obtained from observation well(s). Recognize basic river ice processes during freeze-up and breakup periods. | |
CivE 270 | Plane stress and strain Stress-strain relationships Stresses and deformations resulting from axial and transverse loads Buckling of columns Torsion of circular sections Combined stress Statically indeterminate problems |
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CivE 240 | Improve the quality of their technical writing by revising sentences and paragraphs to become more clear and concise. Present and summarize the context and solutions of an engineering problem using collaborative oral presentations. Develop and present written research plans that identify information required to write a formal report and how this information should be discovered and interpreted. Solve problems that encompass several discipline areas (geotech, structures, water resources, construction, transportation, and environmental engineering) using engineering appropriate techniques Individually and collaboratively locate and evaluate information sources critically for accuracy and relevancy by writing literature reviews. Effectively present, criticize, and interpret graphical elements in formal reports and oral presentations. Report on and describe the technical findings of an engineering project at various stages of completion using proposals, technical |
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MinE 413 | Differentiate and explain the differences between the different types of surface mining methods. Identify and evaluate core risks in each surface mining method Identify the surface mining method most appropriate for ore extraction from a given deposit based on consideration of cost and market conditions, ore grades and stripping ratios, access, environmental limitations, and available infrastructure Recognize, describe, and evaluate different mine waste structures Identify and describe roles within the team while being a responsible and respectful member of the team by completing all expected tasks and actively contributing to team discussions |
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CivE 709E | | |
CivE 719C | | |
CivE 729A | | |
CivE 729C | | |
CivE 729D | | |
CivE 779A | | |
CivE 779G | | |
CivE 789B | | |
CivE 789C | | |
CivE 799A | | |
CivE 799B | | |
PetE 694B | | |
PetE 694D | | |
PetE 694E | | |
PetE 550 | Understand the basics of techniques such as well logging, well testing, stochastic and fractal techniques. Develop static models with reliably defined reservoir properties. Apply these techniques to quantitatively describe the reservoir parameters needed for dynamic models. Asses the uncertainty of the solutions. | |
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EnvE 432 | Define and explain important fundamental and engineering concepts of solid wastes management with respect to sources, composition, properties, collections, disposal and/or transformation processes. Prepare preliminary solid waste engineering design calculations for characterizing waste amounts and properties, and waste collection and treatment facilities Identify relevant legislation and regulations, future trends, and resource recovery options from solid wastes and landfill leachates. Make an oral presentation related to solid waste management, and analyze in a written report. | |
Chem 103 | Analyze one-electron systems using the Bohr model of atomic structure and some basic quantum principles (Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, dual nature of light and matter, wave functions, probability distributions, quantum numbers). Correlate quantum numbers (n, l, ml, ms) to atomic orbital energies, shapes and spatial orientations. In many-electron systems, predict atomic and ionic ground-state electron configurations and construct electron energy diagrams. Using models of atomic structure, predict trends in periodic properties and reactivity Differentiate between diffent types of bondings including covalent, ionic, and metallic bonding Generate a Lewis structures for covalent molecules and ions and, coupled with the VSEPR and hybridization theories, determine the molecule's geometry, polarity, and bonding (bond order, bond length, strength and energy) Using Molecular Orbital theory assess the bonding (bond order and strength) and magnetic properties in second-row homonuclear and heteronuclear diatomic molecules and ions For ideal and real gases, predict and caculate properties (pressure, volume, temperature, moles, molar mass) for pure and mixed gas systems Using molecular structures and intermolecular forces, predict physical predictions (boiling and melting points, vapour pressure, viscosity, capillarity, solubility) for liquids, solids, gases, and solutions Predict physical properties for ionic and metallic solids and use crystal lattice systems to calculate density, atomic radius, and packing efficiency Correctly use personal protective equipment, glassware, equipment (spectrophotometers, pH meters), and techniques (filtration, precipitation, titration) while following WHMIS, chemical safety and chemical disposal guidelines Analyze and interpret experimental results by applying theories learned throughout the course. Report these results with appropriate graphs, tables, and precision | |
Math 100 | Find limits of sequences and functions. Determine where a function is continuous/discontinuous Use mathematical induction to prove mathematical statements Find derivatives of functions using the definition of the derivative, as well as rules of differentiation Find tangent lines. Approximate functions using their linearizations or Taylor polynomials Find extreme values of a continuous function on a closed interval Sketch the graph of a function Remember and correctly use the Intermediate Value Theorem and the Mean Value Theorem Recognize limits involving indeterminate forms and compute them using l"Hospital"s rule Recognize problems on related rates and optimization problems; solve them using the knowledge of derivatives Use Newton's method to approximate roots of equations Set up Riemann sums for a definite integral and evaluate definite integrals of simple functions as the limit of Riemann sums Evaluate indefinite integrals using the substitution rule. Use the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus to evaluate definite integrals | |
Engg 100 | Create a resume and a cover letter Know about university and engineering academic regulations; the university's student code of conduct and APEGA code of ethics; and, program accreditation matters Recognize the value of academic integrity and impact of cheating and plagiarism Use proper citations in all works Recognize the responsibilities of an engineer towards society, others' health and safety, the environment and place of business Recognize and appreciate the importance of mental health and self-care, and apply concepts to themselves and others Recognize and appreciate the importance and responsibilities of an engineer with respect to inclusivity in society and the work environment Have increased knowledge of the definitions of sexual assault and violence, and of available resources at the U of A Sexual Assault Centre Undertake and complete a simple design project |
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EngL 199 | Recall and apply critical elements of effective writing. Recognize and be able to individually create the genres and formats of professional communication, including email and other correspondence, and PowerPoint and other presentations. Apply the basic principles of research, as well as be able to quote, paraphrase and cite information. Construct logical arguments and rhetoric for written communication and oral presentations. |
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Phy 130 | Know the characteristics of simple harmonic motion and use their relationships to explain and predict behaviour of a system Know the three types of damped harmonic motion and be able to use the damping ratio to determine which applies to a system Explain the resonance behaviour of a driven oscillator including the frequency and phase difference between driver and system Know how to use a function to explain a sinusoidal wave and relate the wave properties to terms in the function Apply the principle of linear superposition of waves to understand interference patterns, beats and standing waves Know the basic laws of reflection and refraction and their application for spherical mirrors and thin lenses Know how basic optiical instruments are constructed, how to calculate their performance and some aberrations which affect them Use the wave nature of light to explain and calculate various optical interference effects in thin films Use optical dispersion to explain phenomena like rainbows and be able to calculate the group velocity of a wave in a medium Use Huyghens' principle to calculate simple diffraction patterns and use these to measure properties of slits or light | |
Engg 130 | "Conduct basic vector operations for solving engineering mechanics problems such as dot product and cross product using force and position vectors etc. Draw free body diagrams for 2D and 3D particles and rigid bodies. Write & solve force equilibrium equations for particles in 2D and 3D. Calculate the moment of forces in 2D and 3D for solving engineering mechanics problems. Write & solve the force and moment equilibrium equations for rigid bodies in 2D and 3D. Analyze simple structures such as trusses, frames and machines for calculating the internal forces and internal moments. Employ the concept of static equilibrium for evaluation of the friction problems. Calculate centroids, centre of mass, and moments of inertia for application in EngG 130 and in subsequent courses." |
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Chem 105 | Determine the rate law and order of a reaction from experimental kinetic results. Then apply integrated rate laws to predict amounts of reactants and products, remaining or produced, at any given time of the reaction. Using collision and transition state theories, qualitatively determine what causes a certain reaction to be fast or slow. Assess theoretically proposed mechanisms, with or without a rate determining step, by comparing them to experimental rate laws. Calculate the position of equilibrium for a gas phase reaction for which the equilibrium constant value is either given or is calculated from experimental data. Apply position of equilibrium calculations to acids and bases, solubility and complex formation problems. Determine the bonding and the structure of coordination compounds and use these to predict properties such as isomerism, magnetism and colors. Using the first law of thermodynamics, relate heat and work to the internal energy and enthalpy change. Then calculate enthalpy changes either from experimental measurements (calorimetry) or from tabulated data (bond energies, enthalpies of standard formation). Determine whether a reaction will be spontaneous using the concepts of entropy and the Gibbs free energy by introducing the second and third laws of thermodynamics. And then relate spontaneity to the equilibrium constant. Explore aspects of spontaneous REDOX reactions (Galvanic cells) and non-spontaneous REDOX reactions (electrolytic cells) by calculating cell potentials under standard and non-standard conditions (Nernst equation). Apply the Nernst equation to determine various equilibrium constants (acid/base dissociation constants, Ksp solubility product constants and Kf complex ion formation constants). Explore applications of electrochemistry such as electrolysis, corrosion, batteries and fuel cells. Correctly use personal protective equipment, glassware, equipment (spectrophotometers, pH meters), and techniques (filtration, precipitation, titration) while following WHMIS, chemical safety and chemical disposal guidelines. Analyze and interpret experimental results by appropriately applying theories learned throughout the course. Report these results with appropriate graphs, tables, and precision. |
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En Ph 131 | Define and explain fundamental concepts used to describe kinematics and dynamics Identify physical concepts and equations needed to solve problems in dynamics and kinematics symbolically/numerically; justify aproach; evaluate appropriateness Solve dynamic/kinematic equations symbolically and numerically; express solutions with proper symbols and terms, using correct units and proper accuracy Determine uncertainty in measured values, number of significant figures; calculate uncertainties in derived quantities; compare agreement between measured values Derive linear relations b/w measured quantities from theory; plot data with errors; fit data to determine parameters (with errors) using spreadsheets Write report recording exptal data, analysis methods, conclusions with enough detail for someone else to repeat the explanation. |
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Math 101 | Calculate integrals by using integration by parts and substitutions Calculate standard trigonometric integrals and integrals of rational functions Test and evaluate if an improper integral is convergent or divergent Find the volume and the area of a solid of revolution, and the length of a curve Solve separable and linear differential equations Applying series tests to decide if a series is convergent or divergent Finding Taylor and Maclaurin series for various functions Estimate the sum of a numerical series and find the error of the estimation Approximate functions by Taylor polynomials and find the error of approximation Solve problems on plane and space parametric curves Understand and work with polar coordinates and polar curves Work with cylindrical and spherical coordinates | |
Math 102 | Vectors: norm/dot product, properties and applications Master the basics of matrix algebra and properties of matrices and applications Systems of linear equations; solution by row reduction; properties and applications Determinants: algebraic/geometric properties; applications; oriented volume Cross product in R3: algebraic/geometric properties; applications Basis/dimension: coordiantes, change of basis; applications Linear/matrix transformations: examples, applications and properties Eigentheory: (orthogonal) diagonalization; applications and properties Complex numbers: algebra and geometry; roots, and roots of polynomials Complex n-space, basic properties and applications to eigenvalues of real matrices | |
Encmp 100 | Identify core vocabulary, such as keywords, operators, and functions, of the MATLAB programming language [REMEMBER]. Summarize the input and output arguments of each function [UNDERSTAND]. Demonstrate an understanding of program flow, especially sequential flow, selection, and repetition, and predict the output of short MATLAB programs [APPLY]. Compare different programs for the same purpose in terms of correctness or readability, and explain how one or a few lines of code relates to the program's purpose [ANALYZE]. Critique examples of incorrect or unreadable code, identifying syntax, run-time, logical, or style errors. Assess programs against their stated requirements [EVALUATE]. |
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EAS 210 | Describe the three rock types, explain their classification and identify in-hand specimen; explain how the various types form Define the principles of stratigraphy and historical gelology, and apply these to sample problems in the lab Explain the deformation of rocks, describe the various types of folding and fauling, and interpret/depict these on maps and cross-sections Explain fluvial and glacial processes, products, and features, and identify them on topographic maps and air photos Define and explain the types of mass movements; explain the factors that influence slope stability, and explain prevention/control measures Read and construct topographic and geologic maps and cross-sections as means to record and convey interpretations of Earth data Explain earthquakes and what they reveal about Earth's interior structure and composition; explain the other data that supports this Describe the principal elements and features of plate tectonics and their distribution across the globe Explain the origin and movement of groundwater and the water table, and describe the various types of reservoirs and characteristics Identify and explain the broad categories of resources (e.g. minerals and fossil fuels) and some issue associated with them The Course Outline and Lab Manual contain a complete list of the learning outcomes (14) | |
Math 201 | Integrate first -order separable, linear, and exact differential equations Solve initial value problems Integrate second-order constant co-efficient equations Solve both homogeneous nd nonhomogeneous second order problems Use Laplace transforms to solve initial value problems Use Laplace transforms for problems with discontinuous sources Use infinite series to solve differential equations Use the convolution theorem for Laplace transforms Solve eigenvalue problems Write formal series solutions for heat and wave equation problems Represent functions defined on intervals using Fourier series Analyze spring-mass, LRC circuits, and resonant systems using differential equations | |
Stat 235 | Learning statistical methods and their appliation Display, summarize and description of data Performing statistical inference Model building due to its impact for professional engineering practice Learning to do statistical analysis with a computer | |
ChE 243 | Understand and apply engineering thermodynamic concepts involving pressure, temperature, specific volume, internal energy, enthalpy, entropy, work, and heat Perform 1st law analysis of closed and open engineering devices, systems, and cycles Perform 2nd law analysis of closed and open engineering devices, systems, and cycles Determine properties of matter for use in thermodynamic analysis using: a) property tables, b) ideal gas equations, c) incompressible substance equations, and d) generalized charts Develop problem solving strategies and practices and apply them to solve multi-step problems | |
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Engg 400 | Have increased knowledge on the different aspects of the profession (Act, registrations, compliance, licensing requirements) Have increased knowledge on the ceremony of the calling of the engineer Recognize and support the need for the responsibilities of an engineer towards society, others’ health and safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability concepts and the relation of these to continuing professional development and career opportunities; be ready and willing to apply these concepts in their personal and professional lives Have increased knowledge of and critically judge situations that fall under the APEGA code of ethics and recall possible disciplinary actions Recognize and judge situations with ethical implications, argue the ethical nature of the situations, and justify a decision in such a situation Have increased knowledge about concepts of intellectual property Appreciate and indicate their current knowledge base in areas of engineering education |
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LAW 399 | A basic understanding of the key areas of law related to environ- mental law, including constitutional, regulatory, administrative, tort and contract law The ability to critically analyze practical factual scenarios and apply the legal concepts learned to those facts Recognize and identify potential legal liability and risk | |
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EngM 310 | Appreciate the concept of time value of money Be familiar with financial terminology Describe types of costs, sources of capital, depreciation methods, and general tax rules Evaluate the profitability of individual projects Compare mutually exclusive projects Evaluate projects (independent or mutually exclusive) considering tax effects Describe and apply general depreciation methods and general tax rules |
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EngM 401 | Be familiar with financial terminology Interpret income statements, balance sheets and statements of cash flow Draw and read cash flow diagrams Calculate the net present value of an investment or project Describe the concepts of time value of money and equivalence Calculate values of cash flow at various points in time Evaluate and compare alternative investments of projects |
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ECE 209 | Articulate the basic concepts of electrical circuits such as charge, voltage, current, and power. Calculate the power provided, dissipated, and stored by circuit elements such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. Formulate Ohm`s law and Kirchhoff`s laws and employ them in the context of electrical circuits containing resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Recognize circuit elements that are placed in series, parallel, wye, or delta configuration and restructure the circuit accordingly. Design resistive circuits and analyze their DC response using techniques such as nodal analysis, loop analysis, the superposition theorem, the substitution theorem, and the Thévenin/Norton theorems. Analyze the transient behavior of RLC electrical circuits. Design RLC circuits and analyze their steady-state AC response using techniques such as nodal analysis, loop analysis, the superposition theorem, the substitution theorem, and the Thévenin/Norton theorems. Perform the steady-state power analysis of RLC electrical circuits and apply the concepts of complex power and power-factor correction. Design polyphase circuits and analyze them with respect to line currents, line voltage, phase voltages and associated complex power. | |
MecE 250 | Convert simple practical mechanical systems into physical and mathematical models involving rigid bodies Describe the kinematics of planar motion of rigid bodies in terms of a variety of coordinate systems Be proficient in drawing Free Body Diagrams, Kinetic Diagrams and Impulse-Momentum Diagrams and applying these to appropriate problems involving planar motion of rigid bodies Apply Newton's Laws and the principles of Work and Energy and Impulse and Momentum to problems involving planar motion of rigid bodies Apply the principles of Newton's Law and Work and Energy to solve simple problems involving undamped vibration of single degree of freedom mechanical systems | |
MatE 202 | Recall terminologies and magnitudes of constants, fundamental to the field of Materials Science, and demonstrate their knowledge through proper usage. Describe different types of bonding, classify materials, and relate the mechanical thermal, electronic and chemical properties of materials to their atomic, molecular, and crystal structures. Relate materials’ elastic-plastic deformation to applied stress, understand the behavior of common defects, and steps to strengthen materials by controlling defects, Describe various processing of metals, alloys, and choose pertinent processes for desired characteristics, using the concepts of diffusion, microstructure, and phase transformation. Predict microstructure and properties of materials based on phase diagrams/phase transformations, and design processing of materials, including heat treatment processes, using the knowledge of TTT and CCT curves. Inspect, analyze, and diagnose corrosion-related problems, and resolve them through recommending proactive and preventive measures. Describe the basics of polymers and ceramics, and identify the structure-property relation of polymeric and ceramic products in engineering. Be familiar with laboratory methods for measuring mechanical properties, microstructure, heat treatment of steels, and corrosion. |
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Engg 420 | To understand and appreciate the requirements in order to create a contract. To create concise and effective contracts. To create effective bidding packages and Instructions to Bidders. To adopt bidding strategies and to prepare bids which are more likely to be successful. To administer projects with a reduced risk of legal difficulty. To recognize when they are involved in a problem with legal implications, to identify the problem, to anticipate the degree of risk and the likely outcomes. To adopt risk avoidance procedures. To obtain legal and other advice in a timely and cost efficient manner. To resolve disputes in a timely and cost efficient manner. | |
Math 209 | Plot level curves and surfaces for functions of two and three variables Evaluate limits of functions of two or more variables Understand concepts of differentials and chain rules Calculate the rate of change of a function in any direction Maximize and minimize functions using Lagrange Multipliers Evaluate mass, centers of mass, moments of inertia of lamina, solid, cable and surface Evaluate work done by force field Understand concepts of divergence and curl of a vector field Represent surfaces in parametric form and evaluate surface area Understand the significance of Green's, mStokes' and Divergence Theorems |
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WXEXP 901 | | |
WXEXP 902 | | |
CS El. M1 | | |
Program Electives 1 (Mining) | | |
ChE 312 | Identify the key fluid properties used in the analysis of fluid behaviour Distinguish between steady and unsteady flow Illustrate the differences between differential (microscopic) and integral (bulk) terms and analyses, and explain why the different approaches might be taken Apply appropriate assumptions, simplifications and momentum equation to solve flow problems List the key differences between laminar and turbulent flow Identify and calculate the basic forces acting on fluid control volume during flow using Newton’s second law of motion. Correctly utilize Bernoulli equation and mechanical energy balance to quantify the relationship between energy and flow Calculate frictional losses in straight section of pipes as well as pipe system components. Select appropriate pumps to meet system requirements and identify the parameters to describe pump performance, e.g. head, net positive suction head, shaft power Calculate settling velocities of particulates by writing appropriate force balances Calculate pressure drop in fixed and fluidized beds Identify different regimes in fluidized beds |
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WXEXP 904 | | |
WXEXP 905 | | |
CmE 421 | | |
CS El. M2 | | |
Program Electives 2 (Mining) | | |
CS El. P1 | | |
ChE 374 | | |
EAS 222 | | |
Chem 371 | | |
ChE 314 | | |
CS El. P2 | | |
CS El. P3 | | |
Program Electives 1 (Petroleum) | | |
Program Electives 2 (Petroleum) | | |
CivE 251 | Layout a traverse (angles, distances, and leveling) Layout a spiraled highway curve Calculate and locate key points of a vertical curve in the field Locate cross-sections and carry out earthwork calculations along the highway curve Carry out the measurements and produce topographic map Layout a building and calculate the associated earthwork calculations |
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EnvE 421 | Obtain flow data for and design pipes in a water distribution network using hydraulic modelling software to satisfy applicable design criteria; Analyze chlorine residual decay over time in a water distribution network using hydraulic modelling software; Prepare system head-capacity curves and determine the required system operating point(s); Prepare modified pump curves for parallel pump operation; Calculate the load on a rigid conduit buried in a trench and select appropriate combinations of pipe strength class and bedding type; Design a storm sewer by the spreadsheet method and by using hydraulic modelling software to satisfy prevailing design criteria; and Analyse storm water detention pond performance using hydraulic modelling software. | |
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PetE 375 | Estimate volume in-place and reserves using geologic and production data. Formulate Monte Carlo simulation to perform probabilistic volumetric calculations. Propose, as part of the team open-ended design assignments, field exploration activities and data collection programs considering uncertainties in the in-place volumes. Apply pressure transient theories to analyze common well tests. Perform decline analysis calculations to forecast production. Build, as part of the team open-ended design assignment, a model of the subsurface conditions from a diverse set of data sources, considering, interpreting and reconciling any discrepancies and uncertainties in the data. Construct tank-based material balance models to predict recovery performance under different drive mechanisms. Assess, as part of the team open-ended design assignment, different field development scenarios and determine the relevant operational parameters using the tank-based material balance models and economic calculations. Construct, as part of the individual open-ended seminar exercises, numerical simulation models to study the effects of reservoir heterogeneities and propose development strategies (e.g., well placement and operational parameters). |
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CivE 683 | Plan, review and criticize geotechnical site investigations for a variety of geotechnical projects, with the aim of developing adequate geotechnical models Select the most appropriate methods for sub-surface investigation, testing, and sampling, in light of the required level of detail for the project (conceptual, feasibility, detail design, etc.) Identify the needs for adopting geophysical and remote sensing techniques, as well as knowing the advantages these techniques bring in terms of enhanced density of information and potential cost-reduction for increased design confidence; and their limitations Plan, review and criticize geotechnical monitoring requirements, instrumentation selected and frequency; to monitor for deformations and pore water pressures and with some discussions of stress and load measurements Understand the site investigation requirements for geo-environmental investigations | |
CivE 684 | Recognize and identify virtually all the significant terrain types and landforms found in Canada Understand and describe the geomorphology and landforming processes active in Canadian landscapes Understand and apply the basic principles of terrain evaluation using aerial photographs Predict and estimate the engineering properties of surface soils on the basis of aerial photographs Design, optimize and plan comprehensive field investigations and drilling programs with aerial photos Complete conceptual level engineering designs for large engineering projects such as river crossings, dams and waste repositories using aerial photos Complete route location and associated risk analysis for major infrastructure projects such as railways, pipelines, power lines with aerial photos | |
CivE 690 | Select insitu investigation methods including SPT and CPT and interpret engineering parameters for design purpose Design shallow foundations using the principle of ultimate limit states; be familiar with the foundation design manuals in Canada Design single deep foundations and pile groups for the axial and lateral limit states using the manuals in Canada; understand the piling practice and pile test methods Calculate earth pressures for design purpose; select and design earth retaining systems of various types and the structures for deep excavation support; be familiar with the manuals Understand the functions of geosynthetics; design for internal and external stability of mechanically-stabilized earth walls and slopes; select and design geosythetics for drainage purpose | |
CivE 695 | Develop an understanding of the physical meaning of limit equilibrium analyses for evaluating slope stability and the underlying calculations, assumptions and implications associated with common methods of limit equilibrium analyses Conduct and critically review limit equilibrium analyses of slopes, and evaluate Factors of Safety Develop an understanding of the physical meaning of shear strength reduction methods for evaluating slope stability and the underlying calculations, assumptions and implications associated with these methods Conduct and critically review shear strength reduction analyses of slopes, and evaluate Factors of Safety Develop an understanding of the impacts of soil type and settings on evaluating the Factors of Safety Identify the setting for stability analyses applicable to dams and the design and construction methods employed to improve the survivability and serviceability of final structures | |
CivE 697 | Describe key geological features and rock properties relevant to engineering applications and understand the significance of in-situ stress in rock masses Compare continuum and discontinuum concepts in rock engineering analyses and apply concepts of energy and stress to rock fracturing Provide geotechnical descriptions of rock discontinuities and assess their shear strength Apply the Geological Strength Index (GSI), the Hoek-Brown criterion, and the Cohesion Weakening Friction Strengthening (CWFS) model to evaluate rock mass strength Employ empirical rock mass classification systems such as Q and RMR, calculate the modulus of rock masses, and understand its significance in engineering design Comprehend the concepts of Discrete Fracture Network (DFN) and Synthetic Rock Mass models and their applications, as well as analyze the interplay of thermal, hydraulic, and mechanical processes in rock masses for engineering purposes | |
CivE 698 | Gain a solid knowledge of geomechanical principles and their applications in subsurface energy industries Understand in situ stress and pore pressure predictions, mechanical earth models, poroelasticity, and wellbore stability Gain some knowledge of hydraulic fracturing, multiphase flow mechanics, unconventional developments, and practical applications of geomechanics | |
CivE 612 | More in-depth introduction to transportation planning and real-world issues In-depth introduction to transportation demand modelling Training on how to write papers and deliver presentations | |
CivE 728 | Build skills, competencies, and capabilities in risk management principles and tools through application of the incident investigation and root cause analysis work processes in both process (technical) safety and occupational safety risk management Appraise the safety culture of an organization and obtain skills to positively influence the safety culture of an organization towards improving or sustaining the safety performance Apply several leadership tools to evaluate workplace conditions and practices and recommend management system improvements Apply a set of incident investigation and root cause analysis tools to historical loss incidents; adapt those tools to a variety of engineering contexts; link latent causes to management system elements; and recommend management actions to improve the safety performance of an organization Explain relevant portions of Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Code and the Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act in relation to due diligence and the application of risk management principles within the practice of professional engineering Apply risk management tools to evaluate and mitigate risk from a loss incident or relevant aspect of graduate studies research work Undertake an incident investigation and perform a root cause analysis on a loss incident Develop and present a term paper critiquing a loss incident with respect to RME weaknesses and provide recommendations for eliminating latent causes | |
CivE 660 | Describe the general procedure for computer-aided structural modeling and analysis Derive element stiffness matrix using the strong form formulation for frame-type elements Analyze statically determinate and indeterminate structures subjected to loads, thermal effects, and support movement using direct stiffness method Handle special constraints (e.g., from member rigidity assumptions) in structural analysis Analyze structures using energy methods and derive element stiffness matrix using the weak form formulation Analyze building frame structures using some approximate methods Implement simple structural analysis programs | |
CivE 661 | Formulate the Equation of Motion (EoM) of Single Degree of Freedom (SDOF) systems and solve it using various methods (e.g. classical solution, Fourier series, and Duhamel’s Integral) for simple loading cases (e.g., free vibration, harmonic loading, periodic loading, and simple arbitrary loading) Apply the SDOF system concepts to formulate various applications (e.g., eccentric mass shakers, vibration measurement devices, force transmission and base excitation) Apply numerical methods for numerical response evaluation of linear/nonlinear systems under more complex loading Formulate earthquake response of linear systems and analyze them using response spectra Formulate the EoM of Multi Degree of Freedom Systems (MDOFs) and solve it using modal analysis for various loading cases (e.g., free vibration, harmonic loading, and seismic loading) | |
CivE 395 | Formulate continuum based mathematical models of civil engineering problems. Categorize the different type of basic ordinary and partial differential equations. Solve basic linear ordinary and partial differential equations using analytical and numerical methods. Recognize and solve eigenvalue problems. Relate the physics and mathematical requirements for boundary and initial conditions for the basic ordinary and partial differential equation problems. |
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CivE 662 | Describe how physical and mechanical properties of wood are affected by environmental factors and growth characteristics in wood Recognize and understand the attributes of various traditional and modern structural wood products and systems Design timber members and timber-concrete composite members under bending action Design timber members subjected to axial load and combined axial and bending actions Design light and heavy timber connections with mechanical fasteners Design light wood frame and mass timber lateral load resisting systems | |
CivE 665 | Define and describe the finite element analysis method Differentiate between solid, beam, and shell elements Describe the use of isoparametric formulation Differentiate between linear, quadratic, full and reduced integration solid elements Compare the stiffness matrix of simple elements between hand calculations and those of a finite element analysis software Model a physical problem using a finite element analysis software | |
CivE 670 | Account for probability and utilize the philosophy of limit states design in the establishment of appropriate resistance factors for specific steel design scenarios, and estimate the probability of failure of a structural component when given sufficient data Design steel tension members by assessing the capacities of potential failure modes Evaluate the elastic torsional capacity and understand the torsional behaviour of thin-walled open steel sections Determine the design capacity of steel columns and other compression members for a variety of cross-sectional shapes Understand lateral-torsional buckling behaviour of steel beams for a variety of geometries and bracing conditions, and utilize the concepts of interaction buckling when evaluating lateral-torsional buckling capacity Determine the design loads on steel frame members, accounting for second-order effects, and the capacity of steel beam-columns (under combined compression and flexure) with doubly-symmetric cross-sections | |
CivE 672 | Use first principle approaches to develop moment-curvature responses for flexural members and use these responses to evaluate deflections Use provisions and understand some limitations of CSA A23.3 for the flexural, shear, axial, and torsion design of concrete elements Use strut-and-tie models to design common disturbed regions in concrete elements Link research outcomes to design standards with attention to CSA A23.3 | |
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CivE 674 | Describe the principles that govern the behaviour of prestressed concrete, namely the interaction between prestressing steel and the concrete in the member. Describe the behaviour and governing failure modes of prestressed and post-tensioned beams, columns, and slabs. Analyze and design prestressed concrete members to satisfy serviceability and ultimate limit states criteria. Analyze and design anchorage zones. | |
CivE 676 | Define reinforced and unreinforced masonry, and their advantages and limitations for infrastructure applications Identify the masonry material properties that are relevant for a civil engineer Discuss the different testing standards used for masonry materials Proportion blocks, mortar, grout, and reinforcing bars in masonry elements to resist axial loads, bending moments, and shear forces, while meeting serviceability conditions such as cracking and deflections Explain the seismic provisions in the NBCC and apply them to the design of masonry materials and systems Design lateral load resisting systems for wind and earthquake forces using reinforced masonry | |
CivE 678 | Apply seismic hazard analysis Compute seismic loads on building structures using static and dynamic procedures in accordance with the National Building Code of Canada Identify and describe seismic load paths in steel seismic force resisting systems Identify the behaviour and governing failure modes of steel seismic force resisting systems and their connections Analyze steel seismic force resisting systems under gravity and seismic loads Design the members and connections of steel seismic force resisting systems in accordance with the capacity design principles prescribed by the Canadian steel design standard Analyze steel seismic force resisting systems using nonlinear static procedure Apply the principals of performance-based design | |
CivE 779C | Understand the fundamentals of machine learning Implement machine learning algorithms in Python Apply machine learning techniques to engineering problems | |
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CivE 303 | Recognize the main characteristics of construction projects and project management, and identify challenges associated with real projects. Identify and describe the various types of project cost estimates, appreciate the relationship between cost and time, and the steps involved in the bidding process. Recall and explain the aspects of scope management and work break down structure. Estimate basic cost and duration for simple construction activities. Apply the critical path method and production planning methodologies to a construction project Explain the challenges associated with managing resources and their effect on project performance. Manually perform resource allocation and leveling. Use scheduling software for resource loading and leveling. Outline the control process used during project execution to manage time and cost. Evaluate project performance using Earned Value Management. Analyze project cash flow, and identify and use alternative ways to improve it. Identify sources of uncertainty in construction projects and apply PERT. Apply alternative scheduling techniques such as Linear Scheduling and the Last Planner System. Recognize the basics principles for Building Information Modeling (BIM), Project safety, quality, risk, and change management. |
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CivE 779B | Be able to apply numerical methods to calculate 1D steady-state or transient heat transfer in building components Apply the theories of vapor diffusion to analyze 1D steady-state vapor diffusion in building assemblies Evaluate the hydrothermal properties of opaque building assemblies, and select proper designs for given building conditions Determine the psychometric conditions of an indoor space for different climatic and building operational conditions Interpret the movement of the sun relative to a building and calculate the solar radiation incident on a given surface at a given time Calculate the thermal and optical properties of windows, and select the proper designs for a given climate Interpret the metrics of occupant thermal comfort and evaluate the thermal comfort conditions in a given room Perform simple whole-building performance simulations | |
CivE 613 | Design stated and revealed preference surveys, qualitative interview guides, and focus group moderation guides Define, describe, and provide examples of utility theory and utility equations Identify appropriate variables for discrete choice models Estimate a variety of discrete choice models for transportation problems using existing software Critically analyze models throughout their transportation careers Communicate human behaviour concepts, methods, and results to a variety of audiences Understand methods for community engagement and human behaviour while considering ethics and equity | |
CivE 616 | Explain the main paradigm shifts in traffic safety Understand the fundamentals of traffic safety Explain and apply the safety management process Understand and apply conventional analysis safety techniques Understand and apply Bayesian analysis safety techniques Develop and apply safety performance functions Understand the different safety evaluation methods Design a safe roadside environment | |
CivE 617 | Describe and apply the basic design principles for highway engineering Understand and design the basic alignment elements for a typical North American highway Define and design the cross-section as well as the roadside elements of a highway Design at-grade intersections and local roads Apply 3R/4R guidelines to maintain existing highways Apply principles of access management to control the flow on the highway Use AutoCAD to generate design drawings | |
CivE 618 | Describe pavement material specifications (soil and asphalt binder) and design factors of flexible pavements Define materials requirements and characteristics for pavement construction and rehabilitation Analyze stresses and strains in flexible pavements layers using computer software Design of flexible pavement using Empirical and Mechanistic-Empirical Methods Identify pavement failures and maintenance methods Evaluate pavement load bearing capacity and layers stiffness using non-destructive testing methods | |
CivE 719B | Gain an understanding of fundamental principles and methods of GIS/RS Familiarize with current issues pertaining to the application of GIS/RS Learn and apply spatial statistical methods to solve various transportation-related problems involving regionalized (random) variables Develop spatial interpolation models (e.g., kriging) to predict unknown values and their estimation uncertainty Solve common network problems using shortest distance and route, location-allocation, closest facility, service areas and accessibility analyses via computerized techniques and GIS software Expand functional knowledge and operations of Esri’s ArcGIS for solving real-world engineering problems | |
PetE 630 | Learning fundamental concepts including interfacial phenomena, wettability, capillary pressure, and relative permeability, and their applications in analyzing reservoir rock-fluid interactions Modelling fluid flow in porous media under steady state, pseudo-steady state, and unsteady state conditions Streamline modelling for applications such as tracer test, waterflooding, and well-pattern design Analyzing well-testing data to estimate reservoir parameters such as permeability, reservoir drainage area and shape, and initial reservoir pressure Modelling miscible and immiscible displacement in porous media for different applications such as enhanced oil recovery Modeling fluid-flow in fractured reservoirs for application such as production data analysis and forecasting, and reservoir characterization | |
PetE 631 | Build inflow performance relationships for vertical wells based on field data or correlations Build inflow performance relationships for a well producing multiple layers based on field data or correlations Carry out pressure traverse calculations along a tubing (vertical or slanted) using empirical or semi-empirical multiphase flow models Perform nodal analysis based on vertical lifting performance and inflow performance analysis Analyze the effect of operation parameters on the productivity of a given oil well using nodal analysis Optimize a well's productivity using nodal analysis | |
PetE 636 | Derive basic flow equations and analytical solutions for various scenarios Develop and implement finite-difference and finite-volume based solutions to describe single- and two-phase flow problems in 1-D and 2-D with the appropriate boundary and initial conditions Develop an understanding in selected special topics in simulation (error propagation, reservoir heterogeneities, streamline simulation, and history matching) | |
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CivE 601 | To distinguish balanced vs. unbalanced pricing in project tendering through bid factor analysis To follow industry best practices in performing project breakdown and preparing project network models To apply path-float based critical path method to simplify project scheduling and time cost trade-off analysis To critically apply Earned Value management in project cost control To apply a non-computer approach to resource scheduling by updating project network models To interpret complex precedence relationships on project network models by applying formalized transform schemes To perform risk analysis and simulation analysis for contingency estimating in bidding and path float based project scheduling To critically apply linear scheduling and repetitive scheduling methods To gain teambuilding and project management experiences through conducting a group-based Term Project | |
PetE 664 | Learn design concepts behind specific drilling engineering problems and apply knowledge to solve advanced drilling engineering problems (e.g. design of highly inclined, horizontal wells, underbalanced drilling, managed pressure drilling) Learn how to prepare safe and cost-efficient drilling programs Learn how to design and develop 3-D directional well plans | |
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PetE 444 | Evaluate natural gas physical properties Characterize gas reservoirs, predict future production rate, and estimate the total reserve by analyzing gas production data. Recognize and be familiar with the foundational aspects of existing techniques for storage and transportation of natural gas. Calculate, as a part of design project, engineering parameters, namely, flow capacity, pressure drop across the pipeline, and number of compressors needed for gas transportation, required for gas transportation by pipelines. Design a pipeline, as an open-ended engineering design project, for gas transportation from a production well to a power plant located far away from the production well, which includes determining, based on ill-defined criteria, (i) a proper route, (ii) number of required compressors, (iii) materials of pipeline, and finally consider environmental concerns and cost optimization for the proposed design. |
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Engg 404 | Appraise the safety culture of an organization, and influence a positive change in the safety culture of that organization towards an improvement in safety performance. Assess and improve the safety leadership in an organization, and personally contribute to management leadership, commitment and accountability in that organization. Apply four risk assessment tools (checklists, reporting and correcting sub-standard conditions and practices, planned inspections, and hazard assessment audit process) to evaluate workplace safety conditions and practices, recommend management system improvements, and coach workers towards corrective actions to address risks in the workplace. Apply a set of incident investigation and root cause analysis tools to an incident and adapt those tools to a variety of engineering contexts. Link latent causes to management system failures and recommend management actions in order to improve the safety performance of an organization. Organize, coordinate, and lead a team in the application of an incident investigation, root cause analysis, and create and manage recommendations within the context of an organization’s risk management program. Work in a team to apply risk management principles and practices to a loss incident (the team project case study) that encompasses the 28 chapter-level learning outcomes. Prepare a report that is suitable for presentation to professionals and management in an organization. Integrate and apply lessons learned from major case-study loss incidents and from presentations from risk management leaders in industry, government, and institutions. Explain relevant portions of the Province of Alberta Engineering and Geoscientists Act and the APEGA Code of Ethics in the application of risk management within the practice of professional engineering. Recognize a situation where ethics may be called into question, analyse that situation and generate alternatives courses of action, and take appropriate steps to make an informed decision. Examine the ethics of a workplace situation using real-life experience or the team project loss incident, including the ethical dilemma and the actions taken to remain within the scope of ethical practice. |
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EnvE 220 | Extrapolate concepts of inorganic chemistry learned in first year undergraduate chemistry courses and apply them to solve environmental engineering problems. Classify and express the properties of water (ions, alkalinity and hardness) in an environmental engineering context. Investigate how contaminants behave in the environment based on principles of phase equilibrium and partitioning, chemical equilibrium and gibbs free energy, acid-base equilibrium, complexes and metal solubility, and redox. Perform water chemistry analyses commonly used in environmental engineering practices through a series of laboratory exercises. Collect and evaluate the laboratory data by writing a laboratory report. |
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EnvE 251 | Classify soil based on its formation, composition, and engineering properties Describe the unique behaviour of clay and resulting engineering properties List and describe the different types and functions of geosynthetics Explain mechanisms that impact the engineering behaviour of geosynhetics List and describe the components of concrete and resulting impact on the engineering behaviour of concrete Perform concrete mix designs to meet specified functions | |
PetE 675 | Understand the basic concept of thermodynamics which is the foundation of phase behaviour modelling and other petroleum engineering applications Contrast different thermodynamic conditions which are encountered in petroleum engineering Understand the confinement effect and its implications in petroleum fluid flow and phase behaviour Conduct phase behaviour modelling to obtain petroleum fluid properties at various pressure and temperature conditions. The knowledge from phase behaviour modelling can be applied to on-field decision-making. | |
EnvE 302 | Explain sustainable development and its relation to environmental impact assessment Explain the general environmental impact assessment process Explain Alberta environmental assessment process Explain the federal environmental assessment process Apply basic environmental impact assessment procedures for screening, scoping, impact identification, prediction, evaluation, and mitigation. Apply simple engineering tools to predict environmental impacts on select media Identify general impacts of major engineering projects | |
EnvE 320 | Identify primary environmental factors that govern large-scale hydrologic processes Understand climatic regimes across the world and how are they related to the livelihood of people living in those climatic regimes Apply engineering tools such as Intensity-Duration-Frequency curves to design storms of certain return period for sizing municipal infrastructure Know primary forces that govern soil infiltration processes and how much water is expected to infiltrate to subsoil layers Estimate pollution levels of our contaminated ground and surface water resources using key water quality variables such as BOD5 (5-Day Bio-oxygen Demand) Understand our aquifer systems, and know how to estimate the amount and rate of water retrievable from aquifers | |
EnvE 324 | Explain implications of microbial kinetics, thermodynamics, environmental parameters, and biochemical reaction pathways in biological processes. Define engineering systems for biological processes. Describe approaches used in design and operation of biological treatment processes for waste and wastewater. Demonstrate their ability to prepare preliminary design calculations for biological treatment processes. |
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EnvE 325 | Understand the concepts and principles of important physical and chemical processes in environmental engineering, such as coagulation and flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection Know what major physical and chemical treatment processes will be needed in typical water and wastewater treatment plants Use mass balance to analyze a plug flow or complete mix flow reactor with first order reaction Calculate the volume of sedimentation basin, as an important preliminary design parameter, in typical water and wastewater treatment Calculate the volume or surface area needed, as an important preliminary design parameter, in typical drinking water filtration Determine the dosage needed for disinfection of drinking water. | |
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PetE 471 | Identify rock wettability and governing mechanisms for oil trapping. Examine and integrate reservoir rock-fluid properties and propose/screen enhanced oil recovery (EOR) method for oil recovery. Interpret the governing mechanisms during various EOR methods and screening parameters of EOR methods. Explain the concepts of capillary pressure and relative permeability and how they change for a particular EOR process. Carry out water flood calculations for 1D, 2D and 3D reservoirs and estimate oil recovery. Examine the influence of gravity segregation and predict oil recovery. Explain the essentials of surfactant and polymer characteristics, ASP flood, micro emulsions. Appreciate polymer and surfactant selection requirements/property assessment for optimal field performance. Estimate minimum miscibility for gas injections, immiscible gas injection, CO2 injection. Analyze historical EOR pilot/field performance, interpret performance results, derive analogy and lessons learned to integrate into future development strategies. Develop design concepts of EOR (selection of proper method, estimation of recovery performance, cost analysis) as part of an open-ended design project. Apply design procedures for developing EOR field pilot using real field operational parameters, suitable well patterns, various uncertainty criteria and optimization implementation strategies in an open-ended design project considering techno-economical assessment. |
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PetE 475 | Estimate volume in-place and reserves using geologic and production data. Formulate Monte Carlo simulation to perform probabilistic volumetric calculations. Propose, as part of the team open-ended design assignments, field exploration activities and data collection programs considering uncertainties in the in-place volumes. Apply pressure transient theories to analyze common well tests. Perform decline analysis calculations to forecast production. Build, as part of the team open-ended design assignment, a model of the subsurface conditions from a diverse set of data sources, considering, interpreting and reconciling any discrepancies and uncertainties in the data. Construct tank-based material balance models to predict recovery performance under different drive mechanisms. Assess, as part of the team open-ended design assignment, different field development scenarios and determine the relevant operational parameters using the tank-based material balance models and economic calculations. Construct, as part of the individual open-ended seminar exercises, numerical simulation models to study the effects of reservoir heterogeneities and propose development strategies (e.g., well placement and operational parameters). |
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PetE 520 | Understand basic concepts in rock mechanics; Understand how to assess mechanical rock properties from laboratory testing and well logs; Understand the concept of in situ stress and its assessment; Calculate stress distribution around boreholes; Apply rock mechanics knowledge for wellbore engineering issues such as wellbore stability, sand production, hydraulic fracturing, and wellbore integrity; Apply rock mechanics knowledge for reservoir and ground issues such as reservoir permeability and porosity evolution, caprock integrity, and land subsidence/heave in petroleum, geothermal and carbon storage engineering. | |
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MinE 420 | Select equipment based on production requirements, macro and micro considerations and cost considerations. Develop an understanding of the concept of asset management. Use various analytical techniques to manage assets and ensure their optimal performance. Identify and describe roles within the team while being a responsible and respectful member of the team by completing all expected tasks and actively contributing to team discussions |
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PetE 477 | Derive governing equations for modeling single- and two-phase flow in subsurface porous media with appropriate boundary and initial conditions Formulate finite-difference and finite-volume approximations for solutions of partial differential equations Compare solutions obtained from numerical and analytical techniques Acquire a working knowledge of commercial reservoir simulation packages Select input parameters for numerical simulation Formulate simulation models representing the static (geological) and dynamic (flow) data, as well as their uncertainties. Design, as part of the team open-ended design project, an optimal field development plan for an improved oil recovery process using simulation tools. |
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PetE 377 | Derive governing equations for modeling single- and two-phase flow in subsurface porous media with appropriate boundary and initial conditions Formulate finite-difference and finite-volume approximations for solutions of partial differential equations Compare solutions obtained from numerical and analytical techniques Acquire a working knowledge of commercial reservoir simulation packages Select input parameters for numerical simulation Formulate simulation models representing the static (geological) and dynamic (flow) data, as well as their uncertainties. Design, as part of the team open-ended design project, an optimal field development plan for an improved oil recovery process using simulation tools. |
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PetE 478 | Identify the major differences in the recovery mechanisms between steam flooding, cyclic steam stimulation and steam assisted gravity drainage Analyze the phase behavior and physical properties of water, heavy oil and their mixtures Select the most appropriate recovery method for a given heavy oil reservoir based on the reservoir properties Analytically model steam flooding process and apply the analytical models in preliminary engineering design Analytically model cyclic steam stimulation process and apply the analytical models in preliminary engineering design Analytically model steam assisted gravity drainage and apply the analytical models in preliminary engineering design Design steam flooding process for heavy oil recovery Design cyclic steam stimulation process for heavy oil recovery Design steam assisted gravity drainage process for heavy oil recovery Design a thermal recovery process that maximizes the net present value |
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PetE 275 | Name and draw the chemical structures of complex organic compounds in petroleum fluids. Name and classify the five types of petroleum reservoir fluids. Read various types of phase diagrams (pressure-temperature, pressure-volume, and pressure-composition) and correlation charts correctly, in particular, the Cox chart, the Standing – Katz chart, Sutton’s correlation, the Stiff diagram. Understand and use the concepts of pseudo-critical and pseudo-reduced properties of natural gases. Use the compressibility equation of state to determine the phase behavior of the reservoir fluids and/or deduce the physical properties of interest, such as the z-factor, fluid density, fluid compressibility, fluid viscosity and specific gravity of the fluids. Analyze the data of reservoir fluid studies, in particular constant composition expansion, differential liberation and separator test experiments. Determine which correlation equation(s) to use based on the available information / data, and apply them correctly to obtain key parameters such as the formation volume factors, solution gas-oil ratios and the coefficient of isothermal compressibility. Determine the major physical properties of oilfield brines. Use experimental apparatus and methods to measure the properties of petroleum fluids, including viscosity and density and obtain their phase behavior Infer the physical properties of petroleum reservoir fluids underground, as accurately as possible, from the usually limited available data |
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CivE 409 | Identify the necessary operations and activities for earthmoving in accordance with field survey and cost-efficiency. Identify and describe various types of excavation methods based on geotechnical analysis of material property. Select and outline earthmoving equipment according to the condition of earthmoving and tasks requirement. Perform basic estimation on work volume and duration for earthmoving project using mass haul diagram-based approach. Perform economical analysis and design for fleet matching and onsite utilization. Illustrate the project schedule by Gantt chart. Select cranes and other lifting equipment according to their specifications. Perform lift studies for heavy lifts, design for rigging and spreader bar. Design temporary structures including formwork design, shoring, and excavation protection. During the lab: utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM); design a building structure report on planning, scheduling, cost estimating. Identify risks, design in accordance to national and provincial building codes and local bylaw. |
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CivE 524 | Describe the role of microorganisms in processes such as detoxifying contaminated water and soil to reclaim lost resources, converting diffuse energy in waste to form easily used by society, and clean drinking water Explain how environmental/engineering conditions can be manipulated to enhance or retard the above processes Critically analyze and investigate industrial applications of the above concepts Develop a basic understanding of the microbiology and molecular biology tools that can be applied to evaluate the role of microorganisms in environmental systems | |
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CivE 250 | Understanding of basic concepts and computational procedures used in plane surveying To be able to estimate the required accuracy of surveying they may be involved in To give an understanding of the interaction and importance of surveying and engineering The use of new and novel measurement techniques not previously a part of surveying |
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CivE 331 | Analyze one-dimensional flows by applying the concept of mass conservation, energy equation and momentum equation; Solve pipe flow problems using the energy equation; Design pumps and turbines for a specific need; Calculate uniform flows, rapid varied flows and weirs for flow measurement; Analyze and design a simple pipe network; Analyze and design simple sewer systems and stormwater systems. |
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EnvE 434 | Explain the fundamental principles of geomechanics for waste repository design and shallow foundation design Explain the geoenvironmental issues with mine waste and tailings management Explain the fundamental principles of groundwater seepage and contaminant transport Perform basic slope stability and shallow foundation designs Perform basic seepage analyses Design, model and monitor waste management systems (i.e. landfill and tailings dam) | |
CivE 614 | Basic knowledge for traffic engineering, data analysis skill, professional presentation | |
CivE 779D | Identify the main components of future infrastructure systems and their roles in smart, sustainable, resilient cities Apply recent advances in emerging technologies such as sensing, data analytics, and AI for FIS Monitor, assess, and manage the next generation infrastructure systems Describe interdependencies and the requirements of resiliency of FIS Adapt existing infrastructure structure systems to future cities in the context of sustainability and resiliency in the face of climate change | |
CivE 429 | Increased knowledge of the engineering design process. Gain a better understanding of systems design in a municipal setting. Improve one's ability to learn independently. Develop effective teamwork, time-management and leadership skills. |
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EnvE 440 | Identify and articulate water or wastewater treatment project needs Select alternative technically appropriate water or wastewater treatment solutions to meet project needs Critically assess and rank alternative water or wastewater treatment solutions with respect to well defined criteria Design water or wastewater unit operations and processes to satisfy pertinent design criteria Prepare and deliver effective presentations Write reports that convey project needs and design solutions clearly and accurately Perform effectively within a design team |
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MinE 295 | Compare different deposit types for different minerals Explain the lifecycle of a mining operation to non-experts Summarize the viability of surface and underground mining methods Discuss the importance and societal relevance of Mining Perform basic cash flow calculations and economic analyses |
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MinE 310 | Assess the quality of data to be used in resource and reserve estimation Infer statistical parameters required for prediction Predict grades at unknown locations within a mineral deposit Calculate the uncertainty in resources at a relevant production scale Formulate a resource classification scheme for public disclosure |
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MinE 323 | Describe five parameters of Bieniawski’s Rock Mass Rating system Identify poor and good ground conditions Compare differences between Hoek Brown and Mohr-Coulomb failure criteria. Differentiate between the in situ and mine induced field stresses. Design rock support system for underground excavations based on the ground conditions and purpose of the excavation. Conduct laboratory experiments to define rock mechanics parameters for different rock types. Calculate factor of safety for various underground and surface excavations. |
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MinE 324 | Calculate Powder Factor for blasted rock. Design production and development blasts for surface and underground mines. Categorize bench blasting designs based on their purpose. Classify explosive types based on the DOH classification system Recommend blast design to minimize blasting vibration Describe different mechanisms of rock breakage by blasting Identify and describe roles within the team while being a responsible and respectful member of the team by completing all expected tasks and actively contributing to team discussions |
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MinE 325 | Use specialized mine planning software for mine design and scheduling Create and manage drillhole databases Build geological and economic block models Perform a pit limit optimization Carry out an open pit design Present and communicate mine plans in a professional manner. |
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MinE 330 | Summarize the characteristics of bulk materials in loading, transport, and storage; Conduct the design of bins, hoppers, and feeders; Discuss various mine transport methods and solve related technical problems regarding carrying capacity and power consumption; Introduce auxiliary mining services including electricity distribution and compressed air supply; Manage one computer software suite assisting the design of silo, belt conveyor, truck fleet, and bulk materials flow. |
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MinE 402 | Sustainability and CSR investigation for mining projects Geology and Hydrogeology of mining operation Resource estimation for mining projects Concept plan and geomechanic of mining projects Market economics Pre-feasibility report preparation for mining projects |
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MinE 403 | Assess the feasibility of a mining project with consideration to: Data analysis and interpretation, Mine layout design, Development and production planning/scheduling/Staffing, Equipment selection, Geotechnical, technical, environmental and economical factors, Ventilation, Processing, Economical factors including mining costs, commodity market, etc., Social and environmental impact, Project risk analysis, Mine closure/rehabilitation Operate effectively mine design and optimization software packages. Demonstrate team skills in the management of a project work Demonstrate advanced written and oral communication skills |
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MinE 407 | Evaluate main psychrometric properties of air Calculate quantity, pressure drop, and mine resistance for ventilation networks Calculate regulators and booster fans' sizes to achieve desired quantities established by OH&S regulations in mine airways Select the proper fans and their combination from manufacturer's specification sheets Design and evaluate a mine ventilation network in professional ventilation software |
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MinE 408 | Recognizes mining's impact on the world and Canadian economy and develops and follows a management process that minimizes project impact Be able to evaluate and value a mining operation Recognizes impact of economics on equipment selection and develops and follows a management process that optimizes selection |
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CivE 602 | Select the optimum: project delivery method, procurement method and contracting strategy Perform efficient contract formation and administration tasks and responsibilities during both the planning and execution stages of any project Minimize and manage conflicts, disputes and construction claims in projects Utilization of alternative dispute resolution techniques in construction projects to avoid litigation Achieve timely and effective construction project closeout | |
MinE 414 | Sketch simple underground mine layout Recognize terminologies used in underground mining Describe and distinguish the concept of various underground mining methods Rank underground mining methods and select the most appropriate one according to the economics, style of mineralization, and the rock mass classification Design mine stope, pillar, backfill, and blasting in underground mining |
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MinE 422 | Understand minings impact on the environment Improve critical thinking skills |
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CivE 603 | To develop small computer programs for research problems in Python To design and develop relational databases for research or small business applications To apply basic data mining techniques to research or construction operations data To evaluate and assess the quality of data mining outcomes | |
MinE 612 | Understand the importance of geological heterogeneity modeling for resources and reserves Describe the sequence of steps required for constructing a fit-for-purpose geostatistical model Appreciate how to calculate, interpret and model a variogram for spatial variability quantification Implement a kriging estimator for optimal block model estimates Explain how uncertainty is a consequence of natural variability and sparse data Express how optimal decisions can be made in the presence of geological uncertainty | |
CivE 606 | Design simulation models to abstract and represent construction processes Use discrete event and continuous simulation concepts for modeling construction processes Implement and run experiments on models using the Simphony simulation environment Test, validate, and evaluate developed models using different techniques including statistical methods | |
MinE 630 | Describe and distinguish the concept of various underground mining methods Rank underground mining methods and select the most appropriate one according to the economics, style of mineralization, and the rock mass classification Design mine stope, pillar, backfill, and blasting in underground mining Summarize the characteristics of bulk materials in loading, transport, and storage Conduct the design of bins, hoppers, and feeders Manage various mine transport methods and solve related technical problems regarding carrying capacity and power consumption | |
PetE 295 | Determine reservoir petrophysical properties by analyzing laboratory data Determine various formation properties and understand their relevance for oil recovery Estimate oil and gas reserves Formulate concepts of incompressible, slightly compressible and compressible fluid flow in porous media Formulate concepts and use analytical solutions for well-bore flowing pressure of a reservoir in steady-state, transient and semi steady-state flow conditions. Explain and identify different reservoir drive (oil and gas production) mechanisms by analyzing production data Calculate oil and gas production by using reservoir properties and appropriate material balance methods for different types of reservoirs Calculate the rate of water influx into petroleum reservoirs by analyzing production data and reservoir properties |
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MinE 661 | Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of advanced principles and methodologies of discrete event simulation | |
CivE 607 | To identify human and environmental factors relevant to labor productivity in construction To apply time-based and motion-based productivity assessment techniques commonly acceptable and practically feasible in construction To apply multiple linear regressions in productivity modeling and analysis in construction. To apply advanced network diagramming technique for resource use planning and workflow simulation at the workface level To gain knowledge and insight in codes on occupational health and safety in construction To place lean concept into productivity perspective in construction To identify opportunities and limitations of automation in productivity improvement | |
PetE 364 | Recognize major components of drilling machinery, how they work and what are the design criteria for their selection and operation. Evaluate accumulated work done by the drilling lines (i.e. ton-mile calculation) and conduct proper slip and cut program to ensure drilling lines are kept in good working conditions at all times during well drilling operations. Develop a well control procedure for safely circulating the gas kick out of the well using Driller’s and Engineer’s methods and determine the kill mud weight, safe circulating drillpipe pressure and drillpipe pressure schedule to be used while circulating the gas kick out of the well. Determine the optimum outer diameter, unit weight and length of drill collars as part of the bottom hole assembly design required for trouble free drilling at given drilling operational conditions. Determine, as part of the design efforts for minimizing drilling cost, appropriate bit selection for initial and subsequent bit runs based on off-set well data, the minimum cost/ft criteria, performance of various drilling bits, and well formation. Determine optimum drill string composition by considering safe operation conditions, minimum overall drill string weight and the cost. Determine drilling fluid rheological properties (such as plastic viscosity, yield point, gel strength) using lab measurements conducted by using API field testing procedures of drilling fluid properties. Determine, as part of an individual open-ended project, required pressure, volumetric flow rate and horsepower capacity of mud pumps used for drilling fluid circulation. Design, as part of an individual open-ended project, a bit hydraulics program to maximize the drilling rate in a vertical well. Design, as part of a group project, optimum well locations and wellbore trajectory for an off-shore field development drilling campaign plan using directional wells. |
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PetE 365 | Determine wellbore parameters such as size, temperature and electrical resistivity by using caliper and temperature logs and the information provided on log header. Identify permeable/non-permeable zones using Spontaneous Potential (SP) and/or Gama Ray (GR) logs Evaluate shale content (i.e. volume fraction) of reservoir rocks using SP and/or GR logs Determine type of lithology using cross-plots of neutron porosity, density porosity, and photoelectric factor. Determine reservoir rock porosity using sonic, density and neutron log data Identify presence of natural gas in the reservoir using neutron/density log cross-plots Determine formation water saturation (Sw) using resistivity log data, available petrophysical data, and formation water resistivity from SP log. Identify potential hydrocarbon producing zones using quick-look techniques and porosity/resistivity cross plots (i.e. Picket Cross-plot, Hingle cross-plot) Estimate original and recoverable hydrocarbon volume by combined analysis of open-hole logs. Design diagnostic and predictive tools to characterize unconventional formations using laboratory and log data. Design the optimum perforation intervals for hydrocarbon production, considering economical production rate, water cut, and environmental impacts such as hydrocarbon leakage. |
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PetE 366 | Perform inflow and outflow performance analysis of an oil and gas production/injection system Perform multi-phase flow analysis in pipes and restrictions Use relevant software for the multi-phase flow analysis of fluids in the petroleum production system, and use the results to ensure optimal flow from the reservoir to the processing facilities Design some components of the production system from the reservoir to the separator (e.g., select optimum perforation scheme, tubing size, choke size, flowline diameter, and artificial lift system). Undertake an open-ended design project using actual or synthetic well data, which requires students to develop assumptions, and, using sound engineering judgement, to conduct a needs analysis for and complete the design of the production system from the reservoir to the separator. |
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PetE 476 | Compare and contrast different well completion methods and identify the most appropriate method for completing a given well considering the on-site environmental conditions. Determine tubing/packer forces considering various downhole temperature and pressure conditions. Determine optimum perforation size and density for a maximum production performance ( i.e. minimize perforation related skin factor and increase production rate) Apply design procedures for executing hydraulic fracturing treatment. Determine the formation pore pressure and fracture pressure gradient of various formations anticipated to be drilled during the construction of a well. Determine the casing setting depth for a planned well construction. Determine composition of casing string (i.e. weight, grade and length of each casing section) considering anticipated collapse, burst and tensile loads such that selected composition will be safe and economic. Determine the cement slurry composition, density, and volume required for the cementing job, and provide the hydraulic design (i.e. determine flow rate, frictional pressure losses, surface injection pressure, effective bottom hole pressure, etc.) of the cement circulation. Design by selection the most appropriate screen size, slotted liner size, and gravel size for effective sand control. Design, as part of a major team open-ended project, a well construction program for a planned well, which includes designing all aspects of casing, cementing and tubing characteristics such that the proposed project will be safe, economic and have the minimum environmental impact. |
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PetE 484 | Describe the principles of property evaluation as a function of resource type, economics, technology, risk, policies and markets and how these factors may influence producer choices for property acquisition or disposition, prioritizing projects by economic criteria to add the greatest value to shareholders and considering risk, policy, technological change, environmental and other factors. Use economic tools to rank and evaluate potential oil and gas investments to determine economic sensitivities, major economic drivers and potential mitigation options. Demonstrate proficiency in preparing cash flows and calculating present values for projects of increasing complexity. Contrast the relative impacts of Canadian and international oil and gas policies, regulations and royalty regimes and market forces, on the value of an upstream property. Articulate the technical, international and regional trade and geopolitical factors impacting oil and gas prices. Assess the potential impacts of potential technology changes to the value of oil and gas assets. Recall and explain the wide range of risks which may impact the value of an asset and how those risks might be mitigated. As part of open-ended team projects, conduct high level evaluations of specific assets in specific geographic regions for assets in either: Conventional Oil, Conventional Gas, In-situ Oilsands, Unconventional Hydrocarbons, Offshore developments, or International Operation/Developments , which will require them, in some cases, to locate and infer capital and operating cost information on various types of oil and gas assets; and/or assess the productivity and revenue generated from assets assigned for team projects; and/or assess the characteristics and impacts of a technology on specific assets; and/or assess the impact of policy (government, mineral rights owner and company) of specific projects; and/or assess risks associated with assigned projects and how those risks might be mitigated; and/or, assess how behaviour of commodity markets and transportation infrastructure impact projects. As part of an individual project, research business and development objectives for a range of oil and gas producers and assess them against knowledge of the industry, historical trends and perform a SWOT analysis of the company assigned. Participate actively in open-ended in class discussions of emerging or recently announced changes in the oil and gas industry, locally, regionally and internationally which may impact the value of oil and gas assets of various types. Learn basic principles of team formation, functioning of teams and team self-appraisals. May be part of another course but is required |
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PetE 496 | Design a development plan for an oil or gas field considering different options and their comparative analysis. Assess a mature field using fundamental engineering and petroleum engineering concepts. Apply project development skills in a team. Demonstrate the outcome of a design project through written reports and (two) oral presentations equally conducted by all team members. Use economic analyses tool to show that the proposed development plan is economically viable or not. |
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CivE 608 | Model operations and methods involved in building construction and heavy civil construction Apply construction methods to various project settings to assess the factors affecting the selection of equipment, determine ownership and operating costs, estimate earthwork quantities, calculate equipment and fleet production, apply equipment and quality control in construction operations, and employ information resources pertinent to equipment management Formulate a deeper understanding of the underlying problems in construction and compare between different underlying theories in construction management Understand and apply the basics of safety management in various project settings | |
CivE 610 | Understand the three pillars of sustainability: Economic, Environmental & Social and the United Nations (UN) 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Comprehend the basic techniques utilized to transfer data to useful knowledge, which can be used for timely decision-making Use Multiple Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods to develop Knowledge-Based Decision Support Systems (KBDSS) Utilize KBDSS to obtain the most sustainable: engineering designs, project procurement practices, construction methods and building materials | |
CivE 419 | Explore a set of different real-world transportation engineering problems related to transportation planning, road geometric design, traffic impact assessment, and road safety analysis. Analyze a select transportation engineering problem of your choice and explore a list of possible problems by conducting a thorough literature review on the topic of your choice. Apply appropriate data mining and modeling techniques learned in previous transportation engineering courses (e.g., multiple linear regression) to establish a solution mechanism that can be applied to solve real-world problems. Evaluate the worth of possible solutions by conducting a life cycle cost-benefit analysis. Write a formal technical report that is technically accurate and easy to read and comprehend. |
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PetE 668 | Name and describe fast- and slowly- forming flow assurance risk factors in oil and gas pipelines Articulate the roles of various types of dispersions that impact the range of flow assurance risk factors in different ways Contrast different modes of nucleation and crystal growth of undesirable phases Articulate various flow patterns and flow pattern transitions in two-phase flows of liquid and gas and two-phase flows of condensed phases, instabilities that lead to said flow pattern transitions, and modes of accumulation of one phase over the other Name and describe the contemporary prevention strategies of each major flow assurance risk factor and articulate the compatibility issues involved Name and describe the contemporary remediation strategies | |
CivE 611 | Define and explain the management principles of Lean Construction Map construction processes and identify wasteful activities Measure value in construction process flows Propose improvement measures for construction processes Explain the basics of Integrated Project Delivery Perform advanced location-based management planning assessments Demonstrate the understanding of the Last Planner’s System for production planning and control | |
CivE 709B | Application based and user-centric selection of robotic technologies Construction activities simulation and optimization Feasibility and constructability review Robot motion planning and programming Trajectory planning and clash detection Plan, simulate, and execute construction operations and challenges | |
CivE 709D | Understand construction safety management practices, including their underlying rationales and limitations Provide interventions to improve worker safety in specific construction site situations by applying relevant psychological, physiological, or socio-cognitive theories Design applications of data analytics with sensors, such as cameras, location tracking systems, and biosensors, to enhance worker safety in specific construction site situations | |
Engg 700 | Communicate effectively and respectfully in diverse settings, in person and via standard business documents, such as email. Analyze and adapt communication strategies to suit different audiences, occasions, and purposes across interpersonal, organizational, and professional contexts. Explain and demonstrate concepts such as impression management, disclosure, perception, listening, conflict resolution, and relational maintenance in diverse interpersonal scenarios. Identify and abide the rules of plagiarism and the academic and professional standards of communication. Apply communication strategies for professionalism, ethical awareness, boundary setting, and workplace messaging, including email, instant messaging, social media, and internal communications. Write technical and business communication documents (e.g., reports, proposals, instructions) using appropriate formats, tone, style, and structure, while integrating feedback and revision practices. Design documents and presentations that combine clear prose with meaningful, ethically constructed visuals to effectively convey data and technical content. Evaluate their own writing process and institute changes when necessary. Solicit and provide actionable feedback on writing and other forms of communication. Demonstrate understanding of rhetorical situation, genre conventions, and audience expectations to shape message content, organization, and tone. Develop and present engaging, audience-centered presentations using appropriate delivery methods, anxiety management techniques, and verbal and nonverbal strategies. Participate in group and team projects using appropriate interpersonal and organizational communication strategies, including leadership, feedback, and consensus-building techniques. Compose resumes and related documents (e.g., cover letters, thank you notes) that reflect audience needs, professional tone, and job-specific language and achievements. Assess their own communication strengths and challenges, recognize the role of identity and culture in communication, and implement strategies for ongoing personal and professional growth. | |
MinE 610 | Explain the life cycle of a mine and identify the relationship between mineral resources and ore reserves Identify the mining method most appropriate for ore extraction from a given deposit based on consideration of cost and market conditions, ore grades and stripping ratios, access, environmental limitations, and available infrastructure Identify and evaluate core risks in each surface and underground mining method Determine and select the suitable equipment for each mining method Explain and perform different steps of mine planning and scheduling Demonstrate awareness of major technological trends | |
MinE 613 | Understand the importance of categorical variable modeling in mineral resource and mining reserve calculations Explain the relevance and procedures for multivariate rock property modeling Describe the sequence of steps required for constructing a comprehensive geological, geomechanical and geometallurgical model Review the place of different techniques for different purposes | |
MinE 620 | Develop an advanced understanding of the principles and theories of rock mechanics to analyze and predict the behavior of rock materials under different loading conditions Acquire proficiency in conducting laboratory tests and interpreting experimental data to determine the mechanical properties of rocks Gain practical skills in numerical modeling techniques and software applications commonly used in rock mechanics Explore advanced topics in rock mechanics to develop the ability to apply advanced concepts in practical engineering scenarios Explain electrical resistivity topography and ground penetrating radar techniques for subsurface imaging | |
CivE 221 | Utilize multidisciplinary approaches such as chemistry, biology, and material balances to provide solutions to environmental problems Develop basic laboratory skills in the environmental engineering practice Identify key control technology for water and wastewater treatment, solid waste management and air quality control Develop simple pollutant transport and fate models | |
MinE 641 | Understand the importance of geological heterogeneity modeling for resources and reserves Describe the sequence of steps required for constructing a fit-for-purpose geostatistical model Appreciate how to calculate, interpret and model a variogram for spatial variability quantification Implement a kriging estimator for optimal block model estimates Explain how uncertainty is a consequence of natural variability and sparse data Express how optimal decisions can be made in the presence of geological uncertainty | |
CivE 682 | Understand and apply management practices that protect the geoenvironment from deleterious and adverse stressor impacts generated from sources associated with the efforts in support of the needs of humans. Specific objectives and topics include Understand the physical and chemical stressors imposed by mining resource extraction on the geoenvironment Understand the regulatory environment pertaining to mine waste management Apply the fundamental principles and theories of geotechnical engineering and geomechanics for sustainable management of mine waste Understand the fundamental principles and theories of geochemistry for sustainable management of mine waste | |
MinE 651 | Construct and Analyze Geological Models: Create accurate geological, surface, and solid models from drillhole data, and use these models to make informed decisions in mine planning. Implement Block Modeling Techniques: Utilize basic statistical tools and variography to develop and analyze block models, enabling effective resource classification. Optimize Open Pit Designs: Perform open pit limit optimization and pushback analysis, integrating production scheduling to achieve optimal mining sequences. Design Complex Pit Layouts: Apply practical knowledge in pit design, including the use of polyline tools, ramp and slot design, and waste dump planning, to create efficient mine layouts. Evaluate and Optimize Economic Parameters: Use tools such as Whittle for pit design export and scheduling, and apply Lane’s theory for cutoff optimization to enhance the economic outcomes of mining operations. | |
CivE 620 | Demonstrate knowledge of chemical principles and processes of various fundamental environmental phenomena and processes Apply basic chemical concepts to analyze chemical processes involved in different environmental problems Perform common environmental experiments relating to water and wastewater quality, and know at which tests are appropriate for given environmental problems Demonstrate the ability to write clear technical laboratorial reports | |
CivE 265 | Learn to communicate engineering ideas graphically Learn to take data and transform it into graphic drawings. Learn and understand basic engineering drawing formats. Learn basic 2D and 3D CAD drawing techniques. |
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CivE 622 | Fully understand and apply theory behind different physical/chemical methods used in water and wastewater treatment processes Define and describe approaches, unit operations, processes, and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment practice as well as concepts of process and facility design Develop reasonable working knowledge that can be used to design an efficient, cost-effective, multibarrier approach to water treatment Improve critical thinking and communication skills both in verbal and written format | |
CivE 295 | Differentiate between different types of errors and define the error measures in numerical applications. Explain Taylor theorem for smooth function and apply it to find approximations. Identify the error associated with using the Taylor theorem. Differentiate between and utilize bracketing and open methods for finding roots of nonlinear equations. Differentiate between and utilize direct and iterative methods for solving linear systems of equations. Differentiate between and utilize the Newton Raphson method and the fixed point iteration method to solve systems of nonlinear equations. Differentiate between and utilize polynomial and piecewise interpolation to fit curves through data points. Differentiate between and utilize linear curve fitting and nonlinear curve fitting to fit models through data points by minimizing the least squares and by using the Mathematica software. Utilize the Forward finite difference, backward finite difference, and centered finite difference basic and high accuracy formulas to numerically calculate derivatives of functions. Differentiate between and utilize the rectangle method, trapezoidal rule method, Simpson’s rules, Roberg’s method, and Gauss quadrature to numerically integrate functions of one variable. Identify the error associated with each method. Differentiate between various types of differential equations and their applications in Engineering. Differentiate between and utilize various explicit and implicit methods to solve ordinary differential equations (Euler, Heun’s, Midpoint, and Ruge-Kutta). Utilize the finite difference method to solve Boundary value problems. |
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CivE 623 | Understand the Alberta industrial set-up, the contribution of each sectors to economy and environmental legislation guiding the operation of these industries as regards wastewater discharge and managements Familiarize with the wastewater management strategies and practices in industries Understand pretreatment processes applied in industrial wastewater treatment and management Understand the fundamental principles and applications of physical water treatment processes including membrane separation and sedimentation Understand the fundamental principles and applications chemical and advanced water treatment processes Understand the fundamental principles and applications physico-chemical (adsorption and ion exchange) water treatment processes Familiarize with sources, contaminants and management/treatment of wastewater in different industrial sector profiles | |
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CivE 321 | To be able to identify key environmental issues of our watersheds To estimate runoff hydrograph of watersheds using engineering tools such as unit hydrograph To know primary forces behind evaporation and evapotranspiration, the energy-intensive hydrologic process and to be able to estimate them accurately Understand the ice-albedo feedback of the cryosphere and to quantify the spring snowmelt process which is a major contributor to the water supply of Canada How to estimate the global warming potential of greenhouse gases, to select clean energy systems to minimize the carbon footprint of human beings How to project the possible hydrologic impact of climate change to our environment, such as floods and droughts | |
CivE 330 | Predict fluid behavior using knowledge of fluid properties. Solve inviscid flow problems using the Bernoulli equation and mass conservation. Use tables, figures, and the energy equation to solve laminar and turbulent pipe flow problems Perform dimensional analysis, identify important dimensionless parameters and employ similitude. Calculate pressure distributions, forces on surfaces, and buoyancy forces. Use the Navier Stokes equations to solve simple laminar flow problems. Describe the flow field around a typical body immersed in a flow and compute the flow induced drag forces. Explain the concept of the boundary layer. Predict laminar and turbulent boundary behaviour using the von Karman integral equation or empirical equations. | |
CivE 628 | By the end of this course students will be able to: Define and explain advanced fundamental and engineering concepts of waste management and treatment concerning composition, properties, treatment or transformation processes Prepare preliminary engineering design calculations related to waste treatment facilities Identify relevant legislation and regulations, future trends in waste management industry, and resource recovery options from various waste streams Make an oral presentation related to waste management and treatment practices, and critically analyze in a written report | |
EnvE 423 | Determine the concentration and emission rates of air pollutants at actual and standard conditions using ideal gas law Determine the size characteristics of a particle size distribution using statistical descriptors Determine terminal settling velocity for a particle using Newton and Stokes laws Identify the health and non-health impacts of common air pollutants and the need to regulate them Develop treatment options to control gaseous and particulate air pollutants from industrial air streams, Predict the performance of air pollution control devices Assess indoor and ambient air quality using gas and particle sampling techniques Predict the fate of air pollutants in the atmosphere using principles of meteorology and atmospheric dispersion. | |
CivE 372 | Analyze statically determinate system (stability, equilibrium, axial force, shear and moment diagrams) Compute deflection and slope using classical method (moment-area, double integration) Compute deflection and slope using work-energy method Analyze indeterminate system (reactions, axial forces, shear and moment diagrams) Use static equilibrium method and kinematic method to determine influence lines Understand and use direct stiffness matrix for structural analysis Perform structural analysis using software |
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CivE 374 | Determine structural loads and load combinations based on the provisions of the National Building Code of Canada for dead, live, snow, rain, and wind loads; Identify and describe load paths in gravity and lateral load resisting systems in steel framed building structures; Describe fundamental properties of structural steel and the effects these properties have on structural behavior; Apply limit states design principles in determining design forces and resistances; Describe the behaviour and governing failure modes of the principal components of steel structures, including tension members, beams, columns, beam-columns, composite beams, and connections; Analyse and design steel frames, members, and connections to satisfy serviceability and ultimate limit states criteria in accordance with the provisions of CSA Standard S16. |
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CivE 631 | Understand the principles of mass, momentum, and energy conservation as they apply to incompressible flows Solve inviscid flow problems using potential flow theory and superposition Sketch streamlines, pathlines, and streaklines and use these concepts to elucidate flows Derive exact solutions to the Navier-Stokes equations for incompressible flows Predict the behaviour of turbulent flows using theory and empirical methods | |
CivE 391 | Identify soil type based on the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS). Identify asphalt type based on the following methods: (i) Penetration Grading; (ii) Viscosity Grading; (iii) Performance Grading Describe the properties of hardened Asphalt Concrete, based on the following: (i) Volumetrics; (ii) Hardened Properties Identify the various types of Portland Cenement as recognized in Canada, based on: (i) Classification as listed by the Canadian Standards Association; (ii) Hydration chemistry for each component within Portland cement Design and proportion a concrete mixture | |
CivE 398 | Define sets and functions and differentiate between different types of functions. Describe the relationship between real numbers and a continuum. Define and identify the components of linear vector spaces and linear maps between vector spaces. Define the mathematical description of motion as a mathematical function that relates the material points of an object in an “undeformed” or “pre-deformed” state to its “deformed” state. Describe and calculate the uniaxial and three dimensional strain measures. Define the components and the invariants of the Cauchy stress tensor Describe and apply various stress based failure criteria to compute whether the material at a given stress state has failed or not Apply Newton’s equations of equilibrium to a continuum and identify the difference between static and dynamic equilibrium Differentiate between different types of materials (linear vs. nonlinear, , elastic vs. nonelastic, isotropic vs. anisotropic, homogenous vs. nonhomogenous, and viscous vs. nonviscous materials). Differentiate between isotropic, transversely isotropic, orthotropic, and generally anisotropic materials. Identify the relationship between the external loads, the internal forces, and the displacement of for beams under lateral and axial loading. Define and compute the strain energy and potential energy in linear elastic isotropic structures. Explain the concept of minimum potential energy at equilibrium. Identify and apply the principle of virtual work for linear elastic isotropic structures. Use the principle of minimum potential energy at equilibrium to find solutions to the equilibrium equations of various linear elastic isotropic structures. |
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CivE 406 | Conduct bid factor analysis to analytically connect total price with unit prices of bid items in balanced and unbalanced bidding. Apply path float based critical path method for project scheduling and project time cost trade-off optimization analysis. Distinguish crew production rate and labor productivity definition, evaluation, and analysis in construction planning. Distinguish components of labor cost and equipment cost and apply practical equations to analyze time-dependent cost elements. Perform integrated analysis for planning, estimating, and scheduling a typical material-handling problem by an equipment-dominant crew and a typical piece-together problem by a labor-dominant crew. Apply network model based non-computer approach to plan the use of finite labor resources and account for complex precedence relationships in critical path scheduling. Analyze “Known Unknowns” for contingency estimating and risk analysis of project schedules by Excel-based Monte Carlo Simulation. Apply a practical optimization approach based on Excel Solver to achieve cut fill balance and minimize earthwork cost in rough grading. Apply mass haul diagram based approach for earthwork takeoff and detailed planning in road construction. Implement an Excel-based earthwork planning method for temporary haul road layout design and total construction cost analysis. Implement integrated project delivery strategy for workface planning, waste reduction, productivity assessment and cost analysis. Tackle problem sets of estimating, planning and scheduling based on real world construction projects integrating knowhow of practitioners and data from 3D engineering software and cloud database. | |
CivE 635 | Understand the fundamentals in transport and mixing of pollutants and nutrients in in natural and man-made aquatic systems and in atmosphere Calculate and assess the transport and mixing of pollutants and nutrients in different environments Design engineering structures (e.g., diffusers) to minimize environmental impacts of pollutants | |
CivE 411 | Analyze a transportation facility for key operational characteristics, using traffic flow theory and traffic engineering concepts Assess and design timing plan at a signalized intersection and coordinate signals on a corridor Perform capacity and Level-of-Service analyses for uninterrupted and interrupted roadway facilities Model transportation demand using 4-step model concepts Explain the key characteristics of urban transportation planning and data collection needs Perform statistical estimation of a linear regression model and basic binary logit model Perform field data collection of basic traffic characteristics (volumes, saturation flow) Choose appropriate resources for analysis of various urban transportation facilities, including transit, roadways, and cycling facilities. | |
CivE 636 | Understand various river ice processes during the winter season Conduct hydraulic modeling under ice affected conditions Obtain knowledge of available techniques for ice jam flood forecasting and mitigation Understand the strength characteristics of ice and design for different loading scenarios Obtain up-to-date knowledge of the field and identify gaps and potential research areas Broaden the view of ice effects in various engineering applications Improve technical writing, communication, and presentation skills | |
CivE 645 | In the context of water quantity management and operations of hydro systems, the students will Learn the fundamentals of economic analysis of water resources projects Understand and solve linear programming (LP) problems with the Simplex method, with a focus on water problems Understand the basics of dynamic programming Understand and solve nonlinear programming (NLP) problems through calculus, line search algorithms, and the generalized reduced gradient approach Learn the basics of simulation and the system dynamics methodology Apply optimization tools to analyze a water resources problem relevant to Alberta | |
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CivE 649 | Understand sustainable development and measurement through indicators understand systems thinking and system dynamics modelling Understand Risk assessment and management Have certain knowledge of life-cycle assessment | |
CivE 439 | Design hydraulic structures such as spillways, energy dissipators and culverts to professional standards. Design river engineering works such as erosion protection, bridges, cofferdams, water intakes and outfalls to professional standards. Conduct flood plain delineation studies and develop flood mitigation strategies. Demonstrate sound engineering judgement when evaluating design alternatives. Manage a design team’s work including; delegating responsibility effectively, ensuring all team members contribute equally and monitoring progress accurately. Assess the environmental and social impacts of designs. |
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CivE 739 | Acquire fundamental knowledge of open channel hydraulics including uniform flow, gradually varied flow, rapidly varied flow, unsteady flow, and flood routing Analyse and solve theoretical open channel flow problems Understand fundamental open channel flow principles and apply them to solving practical issues Understand and apply best practices for modelling open channel flows | |
CivE 609 | Understand the underground infrastructure and learn about the complexities of the utility system Learn about different underground trenchless construction methods and the advantages and disadvantages of each method Design a new pipe installation method using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) from a desktop study to complete the design stage and learn all aspects of the construction phase Design a rehabilitation method using Cured In Place Pipe ( CIPP) method and identify all details required for the lining of a pipe Get a comprehensive skill with respect to reading and understanding ground conditions and identifying the right technology for the proposed utility line | |
CivE 474 | Describe the properties of concrete and steel reinforcement materials; Describe the behaviour and governing failure modes of reinforced concrete members: beams, columns, one- and two-way slabs, and footings; Analyze and design reinforced concrete members to satisfy serviceability and ultimate limit states criteria; Design reinforcing steel in concrete elements to meet design criteria for development length, bar cut-offs, and lap slices. | |
CivE 479 | Design a structure to meet defined specifications based on information synthesized from advanced analyses and relevant codes and standards Participate and contribute effectively in team activities Compute seismic loads on building structures based on the National Building Code of Canada Identify and describe seismic load paths and load-resisting systems in building structures Analyze structural systems consisting of multiple materials under gravity and lateral loads Identify the governing failure modes and design of timber members and their connections Identify the governing failure modes and design of steel seismic force-resisting systems and their connections Identify the governing failure modes and design of reinforced concrete foundation and shear walls |
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CivE 680 | Develop an understanding of the impact of soil composition and clay mineralogy on the mechanical behaviours of soils Develop an advanced understanding of the concept and importance of effective stress Be able to calculate and plot the total and effective stress paths of common soil testing methods. And the basis for deriving these paths for other conditions Identify the meaning of the concepts of yield, strength and critical state and relate this to observed soil responses to triaxial testing To apply elastic-plastic models (example: Cam Clay) to represent elastic and plastic deformation of soil in both shear and volumetric strain and to evaluate the effect of the soil’s pore pressure response to loading during undrained or partially drained conditions | |
CivE 489 | Evaluate a set of project requirements and site conditions to develop a site investigation plan to obtain relevant information for geotechnical design Evaluate and synthesize geological and historical formation, site investigation data, and laboratory test results; into a relevant geotechnical model for design and evaluation purposes Apply the concepts of soil mechanics learned in prerequisite courses (CIV E 381 and CIV E 481) and this course to evaluate the physical stability of embankments, foundations, soil cuts and landslides Use specialized software tools to evaluate Cone Penetration Test data, estimate settlements and time to consolidation, and assess the physical stability of embankments, soil cuts and landslides Work as part of a design team to develop an engineering design for one of the option term projects which include: embankments on soft soil, ground excavations, deep foundations Prepare professional design memorandums and reports that address key issues of the geotechnical design project, and justify design decisions and assumptions in front of a technical audience Design an instrumentation layout and monitoring strategy that addresses the expected soil performance during construction in order to manage and mitigate risks |
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CivE 526 | Predict the behaviour of a contaminant or group of contaminants in a soil environment Describe and identify significant advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of physical, chemical, and biological treatment technologies for a given contaminated site Identify remediation techniques that can be used to treat a given contaminated soil, taking into consideration the types of contaminants present at the site, the type of soil(s) at the site and the location of the site | |
CivE 681 | Understand the nature of groundwater flow Analyze and quantify seepage through porous media Design for the influence of seepage on engineering projects Design seepage control methods. Understand seepage in rocks and contaminant transport | |