Graduation Project CIVL 5342

Course description:

Preparatory studies of the literature and data collection for the graduation project in a particular area of concentration and under the supervision of one of the faculty members. The course covers directed readings in the literature of civil engineering, introduction to research methods, seminar discussions dealing with special engineering topics of current interest. Planning, design, construction and management of an engineering project. Writing a technical report.

Course Aims:

The main aim of this course is to prepare students for the practical tasks of the work place after graduation. This includes building his/her ability to perform a complete project.

Course outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

Structure a working schedule for the project.
Present Clear aim and objectives of the graduation project.
Present the literature review with relation to the selected topic.
Carry out the design (or any topic selected).
Write a technical report.
Defend the technical report in front of a committee and be able to answer questions asked by the committee members.