Specialisation

Key Program - Construction

Western Sydney University Key Program Code: KT3155.1


Related Courses

6033.1 Diploma in Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering Studies
6046.1 Diploma in Aerotropolis Industry 4.0 (Mechatronics Skills)/Bachelor of Engineering Science

Available to students in other Western Sydney University Courses : NO


The Construction Key Program consists of core subjects in structural engineering, project management and construction technologies. Graduates will work in the fields of construction, structural design, and project management. Career opportunities include those in the private or public sector on projects covering highways, airports, and residential & commercial buildings.


Key Program Structure

Year 2

Autumn session

300738 Surveying for Engineers
300040 Mechanics of Materials
301208 Building Measurement
300985 Soil Mechanics

Spring session

300984 Pavement Materials and Design
300733 Introduction to Structural Engineering
301207 Building Estimates and Tendering
200238 Mathematics for Engineers 2

Industrial Experience

300741 Industrial Experience (Engineering)

Year 3

Autumn session

300732 Structural Analysis
300728 Construction Planning
300967 Engineering Science Project 1
200471 Construction Technology 5 (Envelope)

Spring session

300730 Steel Structures
300727 Project Management
300968 Engineering Science Project 2

And one elective unit

*Elective units must be level 2 or higher

Optional Elective

The following unit is an optional elective unit offered to students who are engaged in a School approved project. This unit can be taken during the third year of this course, however, permission is required to enrol in the unit.

301089 Special Technical Project

Replaced Units

The units listed below count towards completion of this key program for students who passed these units in 2019 or earlier.

200486 - Quantity Surveying 1

200468 - Estimating 1



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