Master of Development Technologies

Course 213-DT (2009)

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Year and Campus:	2009
Fees Information:	Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level:	Graduate/Postgraduate

Coordinator

Dr Lu Aye
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Tel: +61 3 8344 6879
Email: lua@unimelb.edu.au

Contact

Course Coordinator
Dr Lu Aye E: lua@unimelb.edu.au

School of Engineering
Rebecca Randall E: r.randall@unimelb.edu.au

Course Overview:	The Graduate Program in Development Technologies is designed in consultation with senior engineering academics in developing countries for engineers and other applied scientists in developing countries. This program is also useful for applicants interested in working in overseas countries. This program is designed for students to acquire skills in the analysis, design and management of engineering systems in developing countries and to gain advanced knowledge in the selection and adaptation of engineering technology for sustainable development.
Objectives:	That a graduate of the program should: acquire skills in the analysis, design and management of engineering systems in developing countries; gain advanced knowledge in the selection and adaptation of engineering technology for sustainable economic development.
Course Structure & Available Subjects:	-
Subject Options:	Core Subjects (50 points) Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: 421-616 Technology Assessment Semester 1 12.500 421-629 Energy Efficiency Technology Semester 2 12.500 421-711 Solar Energy Semester 1 12.500 421-609 Technology in Society Not offered in 2009 12.500 50 points of subjects chosen from Electives or other subjects approved by the Course Coordinator (not more than 25 points by research) Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: 421-505 Engineering Hydraulics Semester 1 12.500 421-516 Hydraulics and Hydrology Semester 2 12.500 421-519 Design of Environmental Systems Semester 2 12.500 421-522 Environmental Engineering Design Semester 2 12.500 421-523 Occupational Health and Safety Basics Semester 1, Semester 2 12.500 421-525 Field Data Acquisition and Analysis Semester 1 12.500 421-539 Geotechnical Applications Semester 2 12.500 421-580 Hydrological Processes 1 Semester 1 12.500 421-581 Hydrological Processes 2 Semester 1 12.500 421-602 Air Quality Control Semester 1 12.500 421-604 Environmental Management ISO 14000 Semester 2 12.500 421-605 Managing Water Borne Risks Semester 2 12.500 421-606 Solid Wastes to Sustainable Resources Semester 1 12.500 421-626 Design of Energy Systems Semester 2 12.500 421-627 Sustainable Water Resources Management Semester 2 12.500 421-640 Water Supply and Waste Water Management Semester 1 12.500 421-644 Research Project Semester 1, Semester 2 50.000 421-654 Principles of Asset Management Semester 1 12.500 421-663 Engineering Project Management Semester 1 12.500 421-664 Project Delivery Semester 2 12.500 421-666 Management of Project Resources Semester 2 12.500 421-667 Project Management Practices Semester 2 12.500 421-668 Sustainable Irrigation System Management Not offered in 2009 12.500 421-680 Engineering for Sustainable Environments Summer 12.500 421-681 Management for the Environment Semester 2 12.500 421-682 Engineering Systems Management Semester 2 12.500 421-670 Sustainable Buildings Semester 2 12.500
Entry Requirements:	4 year degree in engineering or science in a relevant discipline with an average grade of at least 65% or via pathway (average grade equivalent to at least 65% at the University of Melbourne) Language Requirements International students and students whose prior qualifications are from a university overseas where English is not the official language of instruction and examination need to supply proof of academic English language competency. Proof acceptable to the University includes: Original evidence of an English Language test score at a sitting within the last 24 months of either: TOEFL - at least 577 and a TWE of at least 4.5 (paper based) or a TOEFL of at least 233 with an Essay Rating of at least 4.5 (computer based) or IELTS - at least 6.5. (A minimum band score of 6 is required in the Academic Writing module). Entry under a slightly lower Engineering alternative English Language entry requirement is available as follows: TOEFL - at least 550, with a TWE of 4 or the computer based TOEFL of at least 213 with an Essay Rating Score of at least 4 and agreeing in writing to undertake and pass an ESL subject in the first semester of study at the University of Melbourne or IELTS - at least 6 and agreeing in writing to undertake and pass an ESL subject in the first semester of study at the University of Melbourne. The Faculty of Engineering's English Language alternative may affect the duration and cost of your program.
Core Participation Requirements:	-
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