School Of Computing, Engineering And MathematicsAdvanced Highway InfrastructureWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 301011.1
Discipline: CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate course.
About this Unit
This unit teaches bridge superstructure design and ground engineering design prior to construction of the highway. The aim is to provide students with advanced knowledge in bridge construction, loading and structural design, ground improvement techniques to deal with soft and weak grounds, and construction of highway embankments. These aspects will be taught in relation to Australian design codes.