Cede202-Cied202 Design Project Learner Guide 2024-Sem02 (Rev-00)

Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering

Learner Guide 2024 Semester 2
Civil Engineering Design

(Project)
Module Code: CEDE202/CIED202
Compiled by: Dr Bwapwa (Senior Lecturer), Mr K Morudu (Lecturer), Mr RF P.Kamdem

(Lecturer),
Approved by: HoD and Civil Engineering Department
Table of Contents
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: ........................................................................................................ 5
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................... 6
SUB DISCIPLINE: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING ......................................................... 7
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 1: Problem Solving ........................................................................ 8
RANGE STATEMENT ............................................................................................................... 8
EXPECTED OUTCOMES: ......................................................................................................... 8
DESIGN OF FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT FOR A RESIDENTIAL ROAD .................................. 9
2. Objectives ............................................................................................................................. 9
3. Data Collection ..................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Traffic Data.................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Soil Data ........................................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Environmental Data ..................................................................................................... 10
4. Design Methodology ........................................................................................................... 10
4.1 Pavement Thickness Design ........................................................................................ 10
4.2 Material Selection ........................................................................................................ 10
5. Cost Analysis ...................................................................................................................... 10
6. Sustainability Considerations.............................................................................................. 10
7. Conclusion .......................................................................................................................... 10
APPENDIXES ........................................................................................................................... 11
SUB DISCIPLINE: WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING ..................................... 14
CREDIT ALLOCATION .......................................................................................................... 16
SUB DISCIPLINE: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING................................................................. 18
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 3: Engineering Design ..................................................................... 19
RANGE STATEMENT ............................................................................................................... 19
ASSESSMENT / GRADING OUTCOMES ............................................................................. 23
SUB DISCIPLINE: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING ............................................................ 26
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 4 ................................................................................................... 27
Investigations, experiments, and data analysis. ......................................................................... 27
RANGE STATEMENT ............................................................................................................. 27
EXPECTED OUTCOMES: ....................................................................................................... 27
SUB DISCIPLINE: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING................................................................. 32
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 5: Engineering methods, skills, and tools, including Information
Technology ................................................................................................................................ 33
RANGE STATEMENT ............................................................................................................. 33
APPENDIXES ........................................................................................................................... 35
SUB DISCIPLINE: TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION (ORAL AND WRITTEN) ................. 47
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 6: Professional and Technical Communication ........................... 48
RANGE STATEMENT: ............................................................................................................ 48
PROJECT BRIEF: ..................................................................................................................... 48
SUB DISCIPLINE: WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING ..................................... 51
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 7: Sustainability and Impact of Engineering Activity ................. 52
PROJECT BRIEF: ..................................................................................................................... 52
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 8: Individual, team and multidisciplinary working...................... 56
RANGE STATEMENT: ............................................................................................................ 56
PROJECT BRIEF: ..................................................................................................................... 56
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 9: Independent learning ability .................................................... 60
RANGE STATEMENT: ............................................................................................................ 60
PROJECT BRIEF: ..................................................................................................................... 60
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 10: Independent learning ability .................................................. 64
RANGE STATEMENT: ............................................................................................................ 64
PROJECT BRIEF: ..................................................................................................................... 64
SUB DISCIPLINE: DOCUMENTATION FOR CIVIL ENGINEERS ........................................ 67
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 11: Engineering Management ...................................................... 68
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE ALLOCATION TABLE .............................................................. 73
CONSULTING HOURS SCHEDULE...................................................................................... 73
AFFIDAVIT/ DECLARATION ................................................................................................ 74
TEAMS CLASSROOM LINK: ................................................................................................. 75
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REVISIONS TABLE ................................................................................................................. 75
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Task team members
Thank you to the following colleagues for compiling the briefs and rubrics for the individual
graduate attributes.
GA1: Dr A Jaiyeola, Mr R Koopman
GA2: Dr Onyeka, Mrs J Nzaba
GA3: Mr M Muledy, Mr K Morudu
GA4: Mr RF P.Kamdem
GA5: Mr K Morudu, Mr M Muledy
GA6: DR Bwapwa, Mr Rf P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu
GA7: Dr Onyeka, Mrs J Nzaba
GA8: DR Bwapwa, Mr RF P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu
GA11: Mr S Naidoo, Miss S Ramkison
Prof Trevor Haas (PR Eng) from Stellenbosch University thank you for providing the
insightful information and guidance that was very essential in compiling this Learner Guide.
INTRODUCTION
This learner guide serves as an instrument for the student to provide information regarding the tasks
that are to be completed in the module. This module is sub-divided into civil engineering sub-
disciplines which are utilised in assessing the first 11 of 12 ECSA graduate attributes. Tasks have
been provided in this learner guide related to the each of the 11-graduate attribute, so that the
student can plan their time and prepare adequately and complete each task, final report, individual
and team interview.
For more information regarding the module students are required to refer to the Module guide.
SUB DISCIPLINE: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute 1: Problem Solving

Graduate Attribute 1.5 Credits
Project Credits
Examiner 1 Internal Examiners

Examiner 2 External Examiners
Instructions • (Instruction should be sub-discipline specific)
• Projects must be typed using size 12 Times New Roman font
and single-line paragraph spacing. No written assignments will
be accepted.
• Each group member must complete a layout using AutoCAD as
part of the proposal. Each drawing must include the total
permissible floor area (PFA) used and the equivalent number of
parking spaces.
• Submissions must be in hard copy and soft emailed in pdf
format.
• If the information provided is not complete, please state clearly
any assumptions made.
• 10% deduction per day for the first 3 days of late
submission. Thereafter, no submissions will be accepted,
resulting in failure of the module.
• Affidavit to be completed and submitted according to
Module Guide.
• Turnitin (Anti-plagiarism report) with a similarity index of
no more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 1: Problem Solving
Identify, formulate, analyze, and solve well-defined engineering problems.
RANGE STATEMENT
The balance of investigation and experiment should be appropriate to the sub-discipline. Research
methodology is to be applied in research or an investigation where the student engages with
selected knowledge in the research literature of the sub-discipline.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
The student must be able to:
• Analyze and define the problem and identify criteria for an acceptable solution.
• Use relevant information, engineering knowledge, and skills to solve the problem.
• Consider and formulate various approaches that lead to workable solutions.
• Model and analyze solutions.
• Evaluate solutions and select the best solution; and
• Formulate and present the solution in an appropriate form.
DESIGN OF FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT FOR A RESIDENTIAL
ROAD
1. Introduction
Flexible pavement design is a critical aspect of civil engineering, especially for urban roads that
experience varying traffic loads and environmental conditions. This project aims to design a flexible
pavement for a residential area of your choice on a gravel road, incorporating local data and
conditions to ensure durability and efficiency.
2. Objectives
• To collect and analyze data relevant to the pavement design, including traffic loads,
soil conditions, and environmental factors.
• To design a flexible pavement structure using the TRH4 design method, that meets
the standards and specifications of South African road authorities.
• To ensure the design is cost-effective and sustainable.
3. Data Collection
3.1 Traffic Data
• Traffic Volume: Conduct traffic counts over a period of one week to determine
the average daily traffic (ADT).
• Vehicle Classification: Classify vehicles into categories (e.g., light vehicles,
heavy trucks) to estimate the equivalent single axle loads (ESALs).
• Growth Rate: Estimate the annual traffic growth rate for the next 20 years.
3.2 Soil Data
• Soil Sampling: Collect soil samples at regular intervals along the proposed
road alignment.
• Laboratory Tests: Present typical tests results to determine the soil's physical
and mechanical properties of the road, including:
o Particle size distribution
o Atterberg limits
o California Bearing Ratio (CBR)
o Moisture content
3.3 Environmental Data
• Climate Data: Obtain historical climate data for the area, including temperature
ranges, rainfall patterns, and humidity.
• Drainage Conditions: Assess the existing drainage conditions and design
appropriate drainage systems to prevent water accumulation.
4. Design Methodology
4.1 Pavement Thickness Design
• Traffic Analysis: Use the traffic data to calculate the cumulative ESALs over the
design life of the pavement.
• Subgrade Evaluation: Based on the CBR values, determine the subgrade strength
and classify it accordingly.
• Layer Design: Design the thickness of each pavement layer (surface, base, and sub-
base) using the TRH4 design method.
4.2 Material Selection
• Surface Course: Select appropriate materials for the asphalt concrete mix,
ensuring adequate performance under local traffic and environmental conditions.
• Base and Sub-base Courses: Choose granular materials that meet the
specified gradation and strength requirements.
5. Cost Analysis
• Estimate the total cost of the pavement construction, including materials,

labor, equipment, and contingency.
• Perform a cost-benefit analysis to ensure the design is economically feasible.
6. Sustainability Considerations
• Evaluate the potential use of recycled materials in the pavement layers.

• Design for long-term durability to minimize maintenance and rehabilitation costs.
7. Conclusion
Summarize the key findings from the data collection and analysis. Highlight the designed pavement
structure and its expected performance over the design life.
APPENDIXES
(Appendixes to be inserted here)
CREDIT ALLOCATION
See the table below on credit breakdown and allocation:
Task Estimated Estimated
duration to credit for
complete the task
task
Use the correct codes of practice to obtain loading on pavement 0.50 0.05
and correct standards to determine the number of design vehicles
Determine the layer thickness using the appropriate design method 4.50 0.45
Determine initial cost analysis to select the most economically 10.00 0.10
feasible alternative and provide neat, labelled free-hand sketches
for all alternatives
Total 15 1.5
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 1 ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

The assessment of the project will be based on the rubric presented below:
Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
Poor Satisfactory Good Excellent Exceptional
Stud no. poor
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
The problem is analysed and defined
and criteria are identified for an
acceptable solution.
Relevant information and engineering
knowledge and skills are identified
and used for solving the problem.
Various approaches are considered
and formulated that would lead to
workable solutions.
Solutions are modelled and analysed.
Solutions are evaluated and the best
solution is selected.
The solution is formulated and
presented in an appropriate form.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE PERFORMANCE

The rubric structured in the table above, assesses Graduate Attribute 1 (GA 1). GA 1 ensures that
the student fully possess the ability to identify, formulate, analyse and solve well-defined
engineering problems. The competency of the student in GA 1 is measured on the scale of 0% to
100%. Refer to Assessment or grading outcomes.
ASSESSMENT / GRADING OUTCOMES
• Students who scores between 0% to 29% falls in the category of “Very Poor”
performance. Very poor signifies that the student has failed to achieve the minimum
criteria for the GA. One opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the
GA, to possibly achieve GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a
second opportunity, he/ she automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the
module.
• Students who score between 30% to 49% falls in the category “Poor” performance. One
opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the GA, to possibly achieve
GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a second opportunity, he/ she
automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module.
• Student who scores between 50% to 59% falls in the category “Good” performance.
Such student automatically achieves GA without pre-condition.
• Student who scores between 60% to 74% falls in the category “Excellent” performance.
• Student who scores between 74% to 100% falls in the category “Exceptional”
performance. Such student automatically achieves GA without pre-condition.
• Should a student find themselves having failed to achieve satisfactory in 4 GA’s or more,
he/ she will automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module. This is to
say the student will have to achieve satisfactory and above in 8 GA’s in order to be given
an opportunity to “redo”/ “resubmit” the 3 GA’s which he/ she has obtained less than
satisfactory.
SUB DISCIPLINE: WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute 2: Application of scientific and engineering knowledge
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
• Turnitin (Anti-pleurisy report) with a similarity index of no
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 2: Application of Scientific and Engineering
knowledge
RANGE STATEMENT
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Apply the basic concepts and principles leading to runoff.

• To understand the main concepts related to stormwater design
• The student should show competency or skills related to water resources
management, water demand, water distribution, dams failure and flood risks
• Use other relevant literatures related to the project to make findings.
• The student is expected to show competency of hydrostatic forces and its point
application and the inclination to the horizontal surfaces and curved surfaces.
• The students should show competency in the design of flow channels • Make
conclusion based on result analyzed and findings made.
PROJECT BRIEF:
Background:
Urban runoff is a critical environmental issue that arises from impervious surfaces such as roads,
rooftops, and parking lots. It leads to flooding, water pollution, and ecosystem degradation.
Effective runoff management is essential for sustainable urban development, water quality
improvement, and flood prevention. This research project aims to understand the causes, impacts,
and mitigation strategies for urban runoff.
Write a report to assess the effectiveness of current water runoff management practices in Durban
and propose and evaluate innovative solutions for sustainable urban runoff management in Durban.
APPENDIXES
N/A
CREDIT ALLOCATION
See table below on credit breakdown and allocation.

Estimated Estimated
Task duration to credit for
complete the task
task
Identify the aim of this project 1.0 0.1
The design must allow for stormwater and design calculation 1.0 0.1
What is the pump rate required? 1.0 0.1
Determine the rate in m3 /hr? 0.1
1.0
What is the required storage volume of the reservoir in m3? 1.0 0.1
Provide effective discussions and conclusions of your 1.0 0.1

design.
Total 2 0.2
SUB DISCIPLINE: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute 3: Engineering Design

Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 3: Engineering Design
Perform procedural design of components, systems, works, products, or processes to meet
requirements, normally within applicable standards, codes of practice, and legislation.
RANGE STATEMENT
Design problems used in the assessment must conform to the definition of well-defined
engineering problems:
1. A design project should be used to provide evidence of compliance with this

outcome
2. The problem would be typical of that which the graduate would participate in a
typical employment situation shortly after graduation
3. The selection of components, systems, engineering works, products or processes to
be designed is dependent on the sub-discipline
4. A design project should include the provision of safety for the occupancy of the
structure under consideration
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Identify and choose relevant standards to be used in the structure under

consideration.
• Apply the code of practices and used the correct safety load factor
• Conduct careful structural Analysis (factored load, loads combination, SFD, and
BMD) that you are required to analyze, as stipulated by your senior structural engineering
technologist. Hand calculations are required to be submitted.
• Wind Loading should be Considered as per SANS10160-3:2011
• To design the required beam as specified by your senior structural engineering
technologist. Provide all necessary checks.
• Calculate the ultimate load on the slab, SFD, and BMD as required by your senior
structural engineer technologist.
• Design the slab as specified by your senior structural engineering technologist.
Provide all necessary checks.
• Determine the ultimate load acting on the column as specified by your senior
structural engineering technologist. Design and provide all necessary checks.
• To be able to only size the foundation as specified by the senior structural
engineering technologist. No design is required in this sub-subsection
• Determine the bending schedule using Prokon
• To produce a brief technical report which summarizes each component of the
design
• To reference all relevant assumptions made along with the required calculations
PROJECT BRIEF:
Will be Issued Soon

CREDIT ALLOCATION
See table 1 below on credit breakdown and allocation.
Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
To be able to identify and choose relevant standards to be used in the 1.0 0.1
To apply the codes of practice and used the correct safety load factor 1.0 0.1
To be able to conduct careful structural Analysis on the beam (factored 5.0 0.5
load, loads combination, SFD, and BMD) that you are required to analyze,
as stipulated by your senior structural engineering technologist. Hand
calculations are required to be submitted. Wind Loading must be
considered.
To design the required beam as specified by your senior structural 3.0 0.3
engineering technologist. Provide all necessary checks and hand
calculations are required to be submitted
To be able to calculate the ultimate load on the slab, SFD, and BMD as 2.0 0.2
required by your senior structural engineer technologist. Hand
calculations are required to be submitted
To design the slab as specified by your senior structural engineering 2.0 0.2
technologist. Provide all necessary checks and hand calculations are
required to be submitted
To Determine the ultimate load acting on the column as specified by your 6.0 0.6
senior structural engineering technologist. Design and provide all
necessary checks and hand calculations are required to be submitted
To be able to only size the foundation as specified by the senior structural 3.0 0.3
engineering technologist. No design is required in this sub-subsection
To determine the bending schedule. 1.0 0.1

You are required to produce a brief technical report which summarizes 1.0 0.1
each component of the design
Total 25 2.5
Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
To be able to identify and choose

relevant standards to be used in the
To be able to conduct careful structural

Analysis on the beam (factored load,
loads combination, SFD, and BMD)
that you are required to analyze, as
stipulated by your senior structural
engineering technologist. Hand
calculations are required to be
submitted. Wind Loading to be
considered.
To design the required beam as

specified by your senior structural
engineering technologist. Provide all
necessary checks and hand
submitted
To be able to calculate the ultimate

load on the slab, SFD, and BMD as
required by your senior structural
engineer technologist. Hand
submitted
To design the slab as specified by your

senior structural engineering
technologist. Provide all necessary
checks and hand calculations are
required to be submitted
To be able to only size the foundation

as specified by the senior structural
engineering technologist. No design is
required in this sub-subsection.
To determine the bending schedule.
You are required to produce a brief

technical report which summarizes
each component of the design

TOTAL: …………/100

The rubric in the table above assesses Graduate Attribute 3 (GA 3). GA 3 ensures that the learner
possesses the ability to perform the procedural structural analysis including loads, SFD, and BMD.
In addition, learners should be capable of designing this structural member component, providing
reinforcement, and producing a bending schedule by using relevant design standards or codes of
practice in order to ensure a resilient and safe design for occupancy
The competency of the student in GA 3 is measured on a scale of 0% to 100%. Refer to Assessment

or grading outcomes.
performance. Very poor signifies that the student has failed to achieve the minimum criteria
for the GA. One opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the GA, to
possibly achieve GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a second
opportunity, he/ she automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module.
opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the GA, to possibly achieve GA.
Should the student underperform after being granted a second opportunity, he/ she
• Student who scores between 50% to 59% falls in the category “Good” performance. Such
student automatically achieves GA without pre-condition.
he/ she will automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module. This is to say
the student will have to achieve satisfactory and above in 8 GA’s in order to be given an
opportunity to “redo”/ “resubmit” the 3 GA’s which he/ she has obtained less than
satisfactory.
SUB DISCIPLINE: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute Graduate Attribute 4:

Investigations, experiments, and data analysis.
Graduate Attribute 2 Credits
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 4
Investigations, experiments, and data analysis.
RANGE STATEMENT
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Compile a sound geotechnical engineering report.

• Apply methods, procedures, and engineering knowledge to initiate appropriate soil
investigations.
• Use engineering specifications, codes of practice, and engineering tools and equipment to
conduct site investigations and laboratory investigations.
• Process and analyze data collected using relevant software packages and specifications.
• Use relevant civil engineering specifications, and other relevant literatures to make
findings.
• Make conclusion based on result analyzed and findings made.
PROJECT BRIEF:
In the year 2022 Durban experienced heavy storms which damaged most of the
infrastructure, some buildings and bridges collapsed due to unstable soil conditions.
As S4 student technician you are required to do an investigation of what happened during heavy
storms, why bridges, roads, railways, buildings and houses were washed away. Also you are
required to design a retaining wall which will retain or protect the collapsed sections either a
road section or a bridge or any structure that you might came across that might need to be
retained or protected. On your report you need to show the collapsed structure (attach pictures),
existing soil conditions, type of soil that the structure is built on, location of that structure, annual
precipitation, design calculations, findings, solutions, recommendations and conclusion.
CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Identify the relevant tests (in-situ and laboratory tests) to be 1.0 0.1
conducted.
Locate spots on the image of the site to indicate where the relevant 1.0 0.1
in – situ tests will be performed, and soil samples collected.
Conduct one (01) relevant in-situ test of your own choice. 2.0 0.2
Conduct three (03) laboratory test on four samples collected from 9.0 0.9
the site (you may use soil sample in the Geotech lab). Each lab test
should be conducted on 4 soil samples.
Process and analyze the data collected and make findings. 7.0 0.7
Provide effective recommendation(s) to stabilize the soil and 1.0 0.1
improve its strength.
Total 20 0.2
Initial & Remark

Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Apply methods and procedures to

initiate appropriate soil investigation.
Use engineering specifications, codes

of practice, and engineering tools and
equipment to conduct site
investigations and laboratory
investigations.
Correctly interpreted engineering

standards and codes of practice.
Process and analyze data using

relevant software packages and
engineering specifications
Make findings based on relevant

engineering specifications, and other
relevant literatures.
Make conclusion based on findings.
Make recommendation based on

engineering knowledge, and other
engineering literatures.

The rubric structured in the table above, assesses Graduate Attribute 4 (GA 4). GA 4 ensures that
the student fully possess the ability to conduct investigations, experiments and analyze data while
following prescribed codes of practice and engineering specifications. The competency of the
student in GA 4 is measured on the scale of 0% to 100%. Refer to Assessment or grading
outcomes.
• Students who score between 0% to 29% falls in the category of “Very Poor”
GA, to possibly achieve GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a
second opportunity, he/ she automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the
module.
opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the GA, to possibly achieve
GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a second opportunity, he/ she
he/ she will automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module. This is to
say the student will have to achieve satisfactory and above in 8 GA’s in order to be
given an opportunity to “redo”/ “resubmit” the 3 GA’s which he/ she has obtained less
than satisfactory.
SUB DISCIPLINE: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute 5: Engineering methods, skills, and tools, including Information

Technology
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 5: Engineering methods, skills, and tools,
including Information Technology
Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools including information
technology for the solution of well-defined engineering problems, with an awareness of the
limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions, and constraints.
RANGE STATEMENT
A range of methods, skills, and tools appropriate to the discipline of the program including:
1. Sub-discipline-specific tools processes or procedures.
2. Computer packages
3. Computers and networks and information infrastructures for accessing, processing, managing,
and storing information to enhance personal productivity and teamwork.
4. Basic techniques from economics, management, and health, safety, and environmental
protection.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Use engineering design software packages such as Prokon to conduct a full structural
analysis and design Reinforced concrete members such as beams, slabs, and columns.
• Discuss the pros and cons of the limits of using hand calculation, Excel spreadsheets, and
design software
• Produce working drawings using relevant software (AutoCAD).
• Compare results from hand calculations and design software
• To automatically generate a bending schedule using prokon design software
• Apply the basic techniques of the safety act in order to ensure progress during the
construction stage in the form of a brief technical report.
PROJECT BRIEF:
1. Refer to Figure 01.
1.1. Name all members and connections numbered.

1.2. Assign section sizes to all members.
1.3. Use AutoCAD to detail connection 2,6,8, joining 4 and 7, and joining 9 and 10 according
to your assigned members.
Please note All CAD Drawing to be on a tile block.
2. Refer to Figure 03.
2.1. Hand sketch all connection details for the structure on the given calculation document in
Team Classroom named GA05 DESIGN WORK SHEET.
2.2. Draw detailed shop drawings of the above sketch on AutoCAD.
2.3. Draw detailed shop drawings of all members also on AutoCAD.
Please note All CAD Drawing to be on a tile block
3. Refer to Figure 04 to 12 using Prokon assess each member of the structure and produce a
calcsheet showing all the necessary analysis of the member. Design ALL members and
produce bending schedule using prokon
3.1. The Slab is plastered with live loads of slab 3.6 Kpa and tiled with Granite tiles,
3.2. Fcu: 25 Mpa in Foundations, in columns 25 Mpa and 30Mpa in all other concrete members
3.3. Cover: 50mm in foundations, 30mm on slabs and 25mm on columns
3.4. Bearing Preasure 375 Kpa
3.5. Where information if not given make reasonable assumptions. However, assumptions are
to be justified.
Please note All calculation to be done on GA05 DESIGN WORK SHEET
4. Create a MS Excel program that will automatically solve the truss regardless of the loading
(UDL and point loads) deflections, reactions and axail loads. For Figure 02
APPENDIXES
Figure 01
Figure 02
Figure 03
Figure 04
Figure 05
Figure 06
Figure 07
Figure 08
Figure 09
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
CREDIT ALLOCATION
See the table below on credit breakdown and allocation.
Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
To use engineering design software packages such as Prokon to 5.0 0.5
conduct a full structural analysis and design Reinforced concrete
members such as beams, slabs, and columns.
To discuss the pros and cons of the limits of using hand calculation, 1.0 0.1
Excel spreadsheets, and design software
To produce working drawings using relevant software (AutoCAD). 6.0 0.6
To compare results from hand calculations and design software in a 2.0 0.2
brief technical report.
To calculate and produce a bending schedule using excel 1.0 0.1
To detail and annotate a construction drawing. 1.0 0.1
Total 16 1.6
Initial & Remark

Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Use engineering design software

packages such as Prokon to
conduct a full structural analysis
and design Reinforced concrete
members such as beams, slabs,
and columns.
To discuss the pros and cons of the

limits of using hand calculation,
Excel spreadsheets, and design
software
Produce working drawings using
relevant software (AutoCAD).
Compare results from hand
calculations and design software
in a brief technical report.
Apply the basic techniques of the

safety act in order to ensure
progress during the construction
stage in the form of a brief
technical report
To automatically generate a
bending schedule using Prokon
design software.

The rubric structured in the table above assesses Graduate Attribute 5 (GA 5). GA 5 ensures that
the student fully possesses the ability to conduct a structural analysis and design structural
components such as beams, slabs, and columns. To automatically generate a bending schedule
using prokon design software. In addition, learners should be able to produce working drawings
using relevant software (AutoCAD) and apply the basic techniques of the safety act in order to
ensure progress during the construction stage in the form of a brief technical report.
The competency of the student in GA 5 is measured on a scale of 0% to 100%. Refer to

Assessment or grading outcomes.
SUB DISCIPLINE: TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION (ORAL
AND WRITTEN)
Graduate Attribute 6: Professional and Technical Communication
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 6: Professional and Technical Communication
Demonstrate competence to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with
engineering audiences and the community at large.
RANGE STATEMENT:
Material to be communicated is in an academic or simulated professional context. Audiences range
from engineering peers, academic personnel and related engineering peers, using appropriate
academic or professional discourse. Written reports range from short (300 words) to long (a
minimum of 2000 words excluding tables, diagrams and appendices), covering material at exit-
level. Methods of providing information include the conventional methods of the sub-discipline,
for example engineering drawings, as well as subject- specific methods.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Competency in report writing skills
PROJECT BRIEF:
Prepare a report give a templated on the work done for GA1, GA2, GA3, GA4, GA5, GA7, GA8,
GA9, GA10 and GA11. Refer template to be used for submission of the final work.
CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Final project report, containing individual sub-discipline tasks and 15 1.5
group work
Total 15 1.5

Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Competency in report writing

skills

the student fully possesses the ability to write and compile to the grammatical rules pertaining to
the english language.

SUB DISCIPLINE: WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEERING
Graduate Attribute 7: Sustainability and Impact of Engineering Activity
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 7: Sustainability and Impact of Engineering
Activity
RANGE STATEMENT
Research methodology is to be applied in research or an investigation where the student engages
with selected knowledge in the research literature of the sub-discipline.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Master the general concepts related to the conventional treatment technology of water and
wastewater.
• Design of wastewater plants and troubleshooting
• Understand the Waste management treatment concepts
• The students should understand the basic sewage treatment technologies, Environmental
Ecology.
• Understand the basic Environmental circle concept and the effect of noise and air pollution
to the Environment.
• To understand the basic principles of Urban planning and basic other treatment
technologies.
PROJECT BRIEF:
Background:
Access to clean and safe water is a fundamental human right, yet many communities worldwide
face challenges in achieving this due to pollution, limited resources, and outdated infrastructure.
Innovative water treatment methods can address these issues by providing sustainable, cost-
effective, and efficient solutions. This project aims to design, develop, and evaluate new water
treatment technologies that can improve water quality and availability.
Project Activities:
Students are to develop, and evaluate new water treatment technologies that can improve water
quality and availability in Durban and also engage with local communities to raise awareness about
water conservation and environmental sustainability in the study area.
APPENDIXES
N/A
CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Identify the significant of the study 1.0 0.1
Statement of the problem in the study area 1.0 0.1

Use other relevant literatures related to the project to make 1.0 0.1
findings
Discussion of long term and short term solutions 0.1
1.0
Discussion on Environmental impact of groundwater pollution in 0.1
the study area 1.0
Provide effective conclusion and recommendation of the project. 1.0 0.1

Total 2 0.2
AND WRITTEN)
Graduate Attribute 8: Individual and Teamwork
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 8: Individual, team and multidisciplinary
working.
Demonstrate competence to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary
environments.
RANGE STATEMENT:
Multidisciplinary tasks require co-operation across at least one disciplinary boundary. Co-
operating disciplines may be engineering disciplines with different fundamental bases other than
that of the programme or may be outside engineering.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Demonstrating competency in working as an individual.
• Demonstrating competency in working in a team.
PROJECT BRIEF:
Prepare a MS Power Point presentation which will reflect the skills, knowledge and competency
used and developed in the project.
Also, you are required to work in teams made up of 3 members maximum to complete the task in
GA 4.
CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Presentation of final project report, containing individual sub- 5 0.5
discipline tasks.
Team presentation of task undertaken and completed as a team. 5 0.5
Total 10 1.0

Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Demonstrating competency in
working as an individual.
Demonstrating competency in
working in a team.

the student fully possesses the ability to write and present a project to the grammatical rules
pertaining to the English language.

AND WRITTEN)
Graduate Attribute 9: Independent learning ability
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 9: Independent learning ability
Demonstrate competence to engage in independent learning through well-developed learning
skills.
RANGE STATEMENT:
Operate in well-structured environment with some unfamiliar elements requiring personal
responsibility and initiative, accurately self-evaluate and take responsibility for learning
requirements; be aware of social and ethical implications of applying knowledge in particular
contexts.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Show the ability of learning independently and improving on their current knowledge, skills
and abilities.
• Demonstrating competency in report writing.
PROJECT BRIEF:
With reference to GA6 project brief regarding the project, show in you conclusion the knowledge
and skills that you have developed individually ask you completed the different tasks in each sub-
disciple. This should translate into showing the ability for the student to demonstrate critical
thinking abilities.
CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Research od codes of conducted, engineering practice, etc. 0.7 0.7
Compiling and completing brief report 0.3 0.3
Total 10 1.0

Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Independent learning and

critical think development.
Compiling and completing
conclusion

the student fully possesses the ability to write and present a project to the grammatical rules
pertaining to the English language.

AND WRITTEN)
Graduate Attribute 10: Engineering professionalism
Project Credits

be accepted.
format.
Module Guide.
more than 15%.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 10: Independent learning ability
Demonstrate critical awareness of the need to act professionally and ethically and to exercise
judgment and take responsibility within own limits of competence.
RANGE STATEMENT:
Evidence includes case studies typical of engineering practice situations in which the graduate is
likely to participate. Ethics and the professional responsibility of a technician and the contextual
knowledge specified in the range statement of Graduate Attribute 7 is generally applicable here.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Understanding and adhering to the ethical principles related to the engineering profession.
• Understanding the professional responsibilities and integrity in the engineering practice.
PROJECT BRIEF:
As the appointed (RE) resident engineering to oversee the construction of a 5-story building in a
local township. In the course of your duty, you have found that the contractor cast concrete into a
reinforced concrete foundation in your absence and without you approval .
Discus in 350 to 450 words the following:
1. What are your stacks in terms engineering ethics and moral standards?
2. What could be the implication of failing to act on the contractors’ wrongdoing?

CREDIT ALLOCATION

Estimated Estimated
complete the task
task
Independent learning and critical think development. 7 0.7
Compiling and completing conclusion 3 0.3
Total 10 1.0

Initial & Remark
Surname
Very
poor
Stud no.
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Understanding of engineering
ethics and professionalism.
Compiling and repoting.

The rubric structured in the table above assesses Graduate Attribute 10 (GA 10). GA 10 ensures
that the student understands the importance on engineering ethics and professionalism.

Assessment or grading outcomes
SUB DISCIPLINE: DOCUMENTATION FOR CIVIL
ENGINEERS
Graduate Attribute 11: Engineering Management
Project Credits

Instructions • Scrutinise all instructions on cover page, questions, including
specifications and drawings.
• Marks will be deducted for incorrect booking methods and

untidy presentation.
• You are required to make reasonable assumptions where you

feel that information is not given. These assumptions must be
included on a separate list with your calculations.
• Scrutinise your dimensions and calculations carefully.
• The ability to interpret and follow instructions is a critical

function of your future profession.
• Create a comprehensive SOQ in MS word as per template

provided below. It is advisable to make use of excel for
calculation purposes (improved accuracy).
• From your comprehensive SOQ extract description, unit of

measurement and totals obtained and utilize to construct your
Answer Sheet.
• The take-off on the SOQ has to follow all rules and guidelines
of take-off as per Documentation for Civil Engineers –
DOCU202 & DOCM202 syllabus.
• 5% will be deducted daily for late submission.
• Turnitin (Antiplagiarism report) with a similarity index of no

more than 15% will be accepted.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 11: Engineering Management
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic
decision-making.
RANGE STATEMENT
Basic techniques from economics, business management; project management applied to one’s
own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary
environments.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES The

student must be able to:
• Apply knowledge of planning, scheduling, and costing of project.
• Use of sufficient mastery in processing and analysing data collected using relevant
software packages and specifications.
• Use relevant civil engineering specifications, and other relevant literatures to make
findings.
• Make adequate standard documentation and presentation of project planning, schedules,
and costing.
• Submit work that is of good quality and meets satisfactory standards as guided in project
documentation.
PROJECT BRIEF:
Will be Issued Soon

CREDIT ALLOCATION

Task Estimated Estimated
duration to credit for
complete the task
task
Present report in an orderly and efficient manner 1.0 0.10
Determine site clearance 1.0 0.10
Remove topsoil 1.0 0.10
Earthworks 2.0 0.20
Concrete 2.0 0.20
Reinforcement 2.0 0.20
Brickwork 3.0 0.30
Structural steel 3.0 0.30
Estimation 1 3.5 0.35
Estimation 2 3.5 0.35
Total 22.0 0.22
Initial & Remark

Surname
Very
Stud no. poor
Outcome 0 – 29 30 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80 - above
Apply knowledge of planning,
scheduling, and costing of project
Use of sufficient mastery in
processing and analysing data
collected using relevant software
packages and specifications.
Use relevant civil engineering
specifications, and other relevant
literatures to make findings.
Make adequate standard
documentation and presentation of
project planning, schedules and
costing.
Submit work that is of good quality
and meets satisfactory standards as
guided in project documentation.
• The rubric structured in the table above, assesses Graduate Attribute 11 (GA 11). GA 11
ensures that the student fully possess the ability to submit work that is of good quality.
The student must also achieve adequate standards of documentation and presentation of
project planning, schedules and costing. Illustrate use of sufficient mastery in processing
and analysing data collected using relevant software packages and specifications.
The competency of the student in GA 11 is measured on the scale of 0% to 100%. Refer to

pg. 71
affected GA, to possibly achieve GA. Should the student underperform after being
granted a second opportunity, he/ she automatically fail the module and will have to
repeat the module.
opportunity will be granted to the affected student to redo the affected GA, to possibly
achieve GA. Should the student underperform after being granted a second opportunity,
he/ she automatically fail the module and will have to repeat the module.
• Student who scores between 50% to 59% falls in the category “Acceptable”
• 10% deduction per day for the first 3 days of late submission. Thereafter,
no submissions will be accepted, resulting in failure of the module.
pg. 72
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE ALLOCATION TABLE
Credit Allocation per Sub-discipline 2023-SEM1
Graduate Attributes
Sub-
Discipline GA1 GA2 GA3 GA4 GA5 GA6 GA7 GA8 GA9 GA10 GA11
Structure 2,5 1,6 4,1
Water 1,0 1,0
Geotech 2,0 2,0
Management 2,2 2,2
Transport 1,5 1,5
Environmental 0,7 1,0 1,7
Overall
Project 1,5 1,0 1,0 3,5
Total
Credits 1,5 1,0 2,5 2,0 1,6 1,5 0,7 1,0 1,0 1,0 2,2 16,0
CONSULTING HOURS SCHEDULE

CONSULTING HOURS
Responsible
Persons Sub-Discipline Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat
Mr Muledy Structure
Mr K Morudu Structure 16:00-18:00
Dr Nkwonta Water & Enviro
Mrs J Nzaba Water & Enviro 16:00-18:00 16:00-18:00
Dr Bwapwa Water & Enviro 16:00-18:00 16:00-18:00
Ms N Mkize Water & Enviro 15:00-17:00
Mrs J Nzaba Geotech
Mr Koopman Geotech
Mr S Naidoo Management
Miss S Ramkison Management 11:00-13:00
Mr K Morudu Management 16:00-18:00
Dr Jaiyeola Transport
Mr T Mgobeni Transport
Mr S Ndumo Transport 16:00-18:00 16:00-17:00
Technical
All Lecturers Communication
pg. 73
AFFIDAVIT/ DECLARATION
I, ID No, , declare that:

1. This work except where otherwise indicated, is originally my own work.
2. This project has not been submitted for any qualification at any other university.
3. This report does not contain other persons’ data, pictures, graphs or other information,
unless specifically acknowledged as being sourced from other persons.
4. This report does not contain other persons' writing, unless specifically acknowledged as
being sourced from other researchers. Where other written sources have been quoted, then:
a. Their words have been re-written but the general information attributed to them has
been referenced
b. Where their exact words have been used, then their writing has been placed in italics
and inside quotation marks, and referenced.
5. This report does not contain text, graphics or tables copied and pasted from the Internet,
unless specifically acknowledged, and the source being detailed in the report and in the
References sections.
Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _______________________
To be completed for each submission (GA, report, and presentation).
pg. 74
TEAMS CLASSROOM LINK:
Use the below teams code to access the Design Project Team Classroom:
nhjqhn3
REVISIONS TABLE
Rev No. Date Description/Details Page
01 08/04 GA1 and 11 Amended, GA3 added Various
Good luck and all the best to all
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Faculty of Engineering

Department of Civil Engineering

Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering Design

Compiled by: Dr Bwapwa (Senior Lecturer), Mr K Morudu (Lecturer), Mr RF P.Kamdem

Task team members

GA1: Dr A Jaiyeola, Mr R Koopman

GA2: Dr Onyeka, Mrs J Nzaba

GA3: Mr M Muledy, Mr K Morudu

GA5: Mr K Morudu, Mr M Muledy

GA6: DR Bwapwa, Mr Rf P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu

GA7: Dr Onyeka, Mrs J Nzaba

GA8: DR Bwapwa, Mr RF P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu

GA9: DR Bwapwa, Mr RF P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu

GA10: DR Bwapwa, Mr RF P.Kamdem, Mr K Morudu

GA11: Mr S Naidoo, Miss S Ramkison

Graduate Attribute 1: Problem Solving

Examiner 1 Internal Examiners

The student must be able to:

3.1 Traffic Data

3.2 Soil Data

4.1 Pavement Thickness Design

4.2 Material Selection

• Estimate the total cost of the pavement construction, including materials,

• Evaluate the potential use of recycled materials in the pavement layers.

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 1 ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE PERFORMANCE

ASSESSMENT / GRADING OUTCOMES

Graduate Attribute 1.0 Credits

Examiner 1 Internal Examiners

Examiner 2 External Examiners

Instructions • (Instruction should be sub-discipline specific)

• Apply the basic concepts and principles leading to runoff.

See table below on credit breakdown and allocation.

Provide effective discussions and conclusions of your 1.0 0.1

Graduate Attribute 3: Engineering Design

Examiner 1 Internal Examiners

1. A design project should be used to provide evidence of compliance with this

• Identify and choose relevant standards to be used in the structure under

Will be Issued Soon

To determine the bending schedule. 1.0 0.1

To be able to identify and choose

To be able to conduct careful structural

To design the required beam as

To be able to calculate the ultimate

To design the slab as specified by your

To be able to only size the foundation

To determine the bending schedule.

You are required to produce a brief

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE 4 ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE PERFORMANCE

The competency of the student in GA 3 is measured on a scale of 0% to 100%. Refer to Assessment

ASSESSMENT / GRADING OUTCOMES

Graduate Attribute Graduate Attribute 4:

Graduate Attribute 2 Credits

Examiner 1 Internal Examiners

Examiner 2 External Examiners

Instructions • (Instruction should be sub-discipline specific)

Investigations, experiments, and data analysis.