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ENG1021 · Spatial communication in engineering
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit introduces the fundamentals of spatial communication in engineering. This project-oriented unit includes an introduction to engineering drawing, spatial measurement, and spatial visualisation. You will work with various spatial visualisation tools. Starting from hand sketching, you will learn how to produce engineering drawings, collect spatial data, and develop spatial visualisations.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Clayton | Second semester | Flexible (FLEXIBLE) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project 1: Projections, multi-view sketching, sections and dimensions | Project | 10% | Threshold |
| 2 | Project 2: 2D drawing and 3D modelling using computer-aided tools (Clayton campus) | Project | 15% | Threshold |
| 3 | Project 3: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (Clayton campus) | Project | 20% | Threshold |
| 4 | Project 2: 2D drawing and 3D modelling using computer-aided tools (Malaysia cmpus) | Project | 10% | Threshold |
| 5 | Project 3: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (Malaysia campus) | Project | 15% | Threshold |
| 6 | Project 4: Surveying - Topography mapping (Malaysia campus) | Project | 10% | Threshold |
| 7 | Final assessment | Examination | 55% | Threshold |
Continuous assessment: 45% Final assessment: 55% This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- Create hand sketches and drawings (2D/3D)
- Create digital engineering drawings (2D/3D) using computer-aided packages
- Collect and communicate spatial data
- Create digital visualisations containing spatial information in Geographic Information Systems (GIS); and
- Communicate engineering information effectively in written and oral formats
Workload
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Workshops | 24 hours |
| Practical activities | 24 hours |
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