CIVL3340 - Structural Analysis

5. Assessment

5.1 Assessment Summary

This is a summary of the assessment in the course. For detailed information on each assessment, see 5.5 Assessment Detail below.

5.2 Course Grading

Grade 1, Fail: Fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course:

Fail.

Grade 2, Fail: Demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline:

Fail. The students fails to demonstrate any relevant knowledge of the course or understanding of the key concepts

Grade 3, Fail: Demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline:

Fail. Falls short of satisfying all basic requirements for a Pass

Grade 4, Pass: Demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline:

The student demonstrates a sound knowledge of the relevant information and a fair understanding of the key concepts

Grade 5, Credit: Demonstrates substantial understanding of fundamental concepts of the field of study and ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; develops or adapts convincing arguments and provides coherent justification; communicates information and ideas clearly and fluently in terms of the conventions of the discipline:

The student demonstrates a sound knowledge of the relevant information and a good understanding of the key concepts

Grade 6, Distinction: As for 5, with frequent evidence of originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and in creating solutions; uses a level, style and means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience:

Key concepts are understood and the student has a comprehensive knowledge of the course

Grade 7, High Distinction: As for 6, with consistent evidence of substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critically evaluates problems, their solutions and implications:

Key concepts are understood, comprehensive knowledge of the course, evidence of critical analysis and ability to synthesise information from different aspects of the course

Other Requirements & Comments:

Honours grades and percentages (years 3-4 courses)

5.3 Late Submission

within one week after deadline -20%

within two weeks after deadline -30%

within three weeks after deadline -40%

within four weeks after deadline: -50%

four weeks after deadline: -99%

5.4 Other Assessment Information