Upcoming course information
| Dates | 13 August, 20 August, 27 August, and 3 September |
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| Time | 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm |
| Cost | $400 ($300 UC Student) This course is also offered in a package with our other BCM courses for $1800 ($1300 UC Student) |
| Delivery | Face-to-face |
| Commitment | Three hours per week for four weeks |
| Enrolments close | 9 August 2024 |
About the course
This unit develops students' understanding of material properties and characteristics. It introduces the students to simple structures, their design, construction, structural and environmental characteristics. Students will gain an awareness of Australian standards and codes.
Who should apply for this course
Construction practitioners, with a priority given to female applicants.
Learning outcomes
Upon completing the course "Structures and Materials 1," students will understand the fundamental principles of structural loads, forces, and materials, including timber and concrete, and be able to design and analyze beams, spanning structures, columns, bracing, and trusses.
Course presenters
Learn from industry experts
Nasrin Taghavi
Nasrin Taghavi is an accomplished civil and environmental engineer. With six years of experience in the civil engineering industry, four years as a research fellow, and teaching positions at UNSW Canberra and the University of Canberra, Nasrin possesses a thorough understanding of structural principles, civil engineering, and environmental engineering.
Course structure
Session 1
Loads and forces & introduction to timber as a structural material
- What is the difference between Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement to Country?
- How can I use Acknowledgement in the classroom?
- What is the role of story in engaging with Indigenous cultures?
Session 2
Beams and spanning structures
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
Session 3
Beams and spanning structures & introduction to concrete
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
Session 4
Columns, bracing, and trusses
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
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