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Overview
Teaching and learning will take place using a flexible programme of lectures, workshops, seminars and tutorials. A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.
Outcomes
By the end of this Current Practices in Civil Engineering course at Nottingham Trent University, you’ll be able to:
- review engineering principles in condition assessment and structural health monitoring
- evaluate the design and installation approaches used for various sensing systems
- explain engineering principles applied across a wide range of applications
- appraise the design and construction processes
- adapt techniques and solutions to a wide range of applications
- evaluate (and endeavour to improve) health and safety issues
- explain and debate complex sustainability and environmental issues
- apply your knowledge of mathematics, science, IT, design, business context and engineering practice to novel and challenging situations
Programme Structure
This course will include:- BIM in terms of tools and impact upon practice
- theoretical fundamentals, problems and challenges which an engineer has to tackle when assessing and monitoring civil infrastructure
- advances in sensing technologies and data management tools
- a critical analysis of modularised construction
- structural forms such as skeleton and mass structures, reciprocal frames, domes, shells and tension structures
- geospatial engineering
- an evaluation of design management practices and the concept of waste
- the monitoring of civil infrastructure and sensing systems for structural health monitoring
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Civil Engineering & Construction View 46 other Short Courses in Civil Engineering & Construction in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
- You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.
- If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.
- Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1150 GBP / full≈ 1150 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1150 GBP / full≈ 1150 GBP / full
Living costs
Nottingham
United Kingdom
583 - 978 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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