CDR Sample For Civil Engineering Discipline: ANZSCO Code: 233211
CDR Sample For Civil Engineering Discipline: ANZSCO Code: 233211
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CPD Plan
Start
Learning Classification/Type Objective Date Time Scale
To understand the
principles of
setting up and
running a
successful project
using the
Company in-house company's
training (3 x one- approve project
Efficient project day training management
Management courses) systems Jan-12 3 months
To understand the
current initiatives
with regard to BIM
and what it is. To
be able to
translate this into
what it means for
our company and
how the survey
External department can
BIM - what it is and the Workshop, self develop enhanced
effect it will have on the reading, and web BIM services for
industry forums clients Mar-12 9 months
To learn and
understand
enough visual
basic programming
to be able to
develop Excel
Macros & Visual Basic Macros for survey
programming Self Learning computations. Jan-12 Ongoing
CPD Log
Duration / Classification / Learning / Outcome /
Date CPD Points Type / Activity Objective Benefits
Tuesday, Part 1 of 3 day Basics of Project
January In-house training Project Management, Project
10, 2012 1 day (5) course Management Start-up
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(a) Introduction
CE1.1
At the time when this career episode happened, I was involved in the construction of Building
XXX located at XXX (Address of Company) in Delhi, India as a Structural Design Engineer
(Designation) for XXX (Company Name). The head office had commissioned our office to
complete several complicated elements of the structure. I was particularly endowed with the
responsibility of designing a complex suspended ground floor slab in detail. I undertook the
project in September 2014 and it was to be completed by November 2016 (Duration of the
Project).
(b) Background
“Company” was established in 20** by Mr. XXX who was a Civil Engineer with over two decades
of experience in the field. The company has successfully built several residential and
commercial societies and architectural projects, including the Commonwealth Games Village in
New Delhi and IIT Ropar. The “Company” is founding member of Indian Green Building Council
and is one of the pioneers of 'Green Building' technology in India. It was both the owner and
contractor of the XXX project. The project was about Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) of
high-density low-income East Delhi, and I was involved in completing an apartment building
which was planned to have 30 storeys with 4 basement floors. The construction area of the
building was 12,000 m2 (Introduction about Project).
Below you can see the organizational structure for the engineering project at the time:
CE1.5
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Once the Chief Project Engineer briefed me about the project, I was assigned the task to break
down the entire floor into different design-able elements such as slabs, transfer beams, and
bands. I used the RAPT computer program (software I used) to make a detailed design of about
forty elements that I had identified. This included measuring and uploading their span,
dimensions, and loading into the program to come up with models that are practical, accurate,
and flexible enough to incorporate changes in the future.
CE1.6
When I re-assessed the specified design criteria, I realised that the reinforcement cover I had
used did not satisfy the durability and fire resistance requirements (Issue faced). However, it
was comparatively easier to change the covers and modify designs as each design element was
already part of the computer model I had made earlier. To ensure that others understood the
design as well, I documented everything and ordered the computer output and the calculations
in a lever arch file. This included the assumptions I made and the summary pages.
I maintained all the documentation through the designing process (Designing Component),
including computations and reinforcement drawings. I arranged the calculations (that ran in
about 1000 pages) based on the site grid system. Each element that was designed had a RAPT
output sorted in this system – along with their summary pages of inputs and conclusions. In the
beginning of the documentation, I added design concepts and philosophies used in the project
and outlined the content pages clearly. The documentation included all the verification
documents and superseded computations too.
As expected from me, I considered various design possibilities for the building I was responsible
for. In one particular possibility, I found that retaining walls was the best answer to cover the
height difference between the external ground level and the internal slab finished level.
Retaining walls were more cost effective than the fill that would be needed to import to raise
the external ground level. So, I introduced concrete ramps and steps to the entrance, and made
sure that the concrete design I undertook satisfy the Australian standards AS 3600 (important
to mention standards used).
I also noticed while checking drawings that some area of the added mezzanine floor was being
used jut for structural framing and could potentially be used as extra storage space. I
performed design checks for a storage imposed load on related structural elements to avoid
any potential risks before making final designs.
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Since I was the one responsible for drawing and updating the reinforcement drawings, I
produced a sample markup first and got it checked by the Chief Project Engineer and the clients
to ensure that its format is acceptable and can be used for rest of the drawings. Once the
sample markup was issued, the Chief Project Engineer went on a long vacation that extended to
several weeks. Hence, I had to manage the production of rest f the drawings with minimal
supervision. I drew up all the detailed reinforcement plans according to the original design
computations I had done earlier, allowing me to check and verify my computations as I went
about completing and updating my drawings.
When we re-issue altered drawings, we had to show them as a revision with copies of relevant
calculations to show the reason why the revision was needed. Since my workload was light at
the time, I pushed the drawings ahead and had my first revision ready before time. In the
middle of the process, the client advised us to issue the pile-capping drawings earlier than the
due date. Hence, I diverted my time and resources to complete the task by the pre-poned
deadline (Issue and solution). I was able to prepare the key documentation by the new
deadline, and added the supporting section drawings to it a few days later.
The client was uneasy that the deflection of the suspended ground floor slab under load would
prove to be disastrous for the building. I discussed my computer model results with him and
showed him that some design-case deflections were acceptable and safe. I also showed him
how modifying the design to make way for less deflection would added to the construction
costs considerably.
Another engineer did independent verification of the ground floor structure I designed. I then
went through his review and addressed all the issues raised successfully – making changes to
my design plan wherever necessary. I was also given the task of responding to the queries the
head office sent to our Chief Project Engineer based on their reviews. The design review was
then shared with the client who advised whether the design brief had been met or not.
Apart from making and modifying designs, I was always involved with planning health and
safety considerations during and after the construction work, obtain appropriate approvals, and
communicate them effectively to various stakeholders. A couple of months ago, I visited Delhi
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on a holiday and contacted the head office to send me on a site visit to the project with one of
their engineers. I saw that much of my design is still being worked upon. I discussed my designs
with the site engineer and learnt about his views on how things could have been done better.
(d) Summary
This episode is from my first job where I gained hands-on experience of working as a qualified
Civil or Structural Engineer. I learnt about the practical application of various aspects of the job
such as how to read a project, how to deal with workers and lead them effectively, do price
analysis, handle purchase of material, do the designing work, and communicate with people. I
also gained knowledge about other related fields such as project management – which helped
me in my growth as a Civil Engineer. I learnt a lot and gained new skills during my time with the
“company” and I think I was quite fortunate to have led such a big project at such an early stage
of my career. I particularly felt very honoured when my manager praised me and recognised me
for the role I played in the completion of the project.
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A brief summary of how you have career episode(s)
Competency Element
applied the element where the element is
addressed
engineering discipline
PE1.2 Conceptual
understanding of the
mathematics, numerical CE1.6, CE1.8, CE1.21,
I performed mathematical
analysis, statistics and CE2.5, CE2.16 –
computations and numerical analysis
computer and CE2.17, CE2.19, CE3.5,
for my projects.
information sciences CE3.21
which underpin the
engineering discipline
PE1.4 Discernment of
knowledge I always kept abreast of new
development and developments and technologies
CE1.20, CE2.15, CE3.7,
research directions pertaining to my discipline especially
CE3.16
within the engineering those that related to my current
discipline project objectives.
PE1.6 Understanding of
the scope, principles,
I always used the systematic CE1.6, CE1.8, CE2.5,
norms, accountabilities
approach when creating engineering CE2.13, CE2.16-
and bounds of
designs for my projects. CE2.18, CE3.5, CE3.7,
contemporary
CE3.21
engineering practice in
the specific discipline
PE3.1 Ethical conduct local, national and international CE2.5, CE2.14, CE3.4
and professional standards applicable to the project CE1.6, CE1.10, CE2.5,
accountability objectives. I have made safety CE2.10, CE3.4
compliance in the workplace one of
the guiding principles on all of my
work and projects.
I am proficient in gathering,
assessing and utilizing information
PE3.4 Professional use
and data critical to the success of the CE1.8, CE2.13-CE2.14,
and management of
project objectives. CE3.7
information
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