Zimbabwe Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development

ZIMBABWE
MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION, INNOVATION, SCIENCE

AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL
2018
REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS FOR THE
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
IN
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Course Code: 313/18/TN/0

Implementation date: January 2019
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 313/18/TN/0
PREAMBLE
This course is designed to develop an assistant Civil Engineering Technician with knowledge,
skills and attitudes required to draw and interpret Civil Engineering drawings. The minimum
entry requirements shall be English Language, a relevant Science subject and Mathematics
passed at ‘O’ Level with grade C or better and any other two subjects or NFC subjects or
equivalent The learner shall be assessed through continuous assessment and written
examinations. The mode of study is full time or part time full or block release or open distance e-
learning (ODeL). The course duration is 1328 hours (one year) of institutional based education
and training. The course will consider gender mainstreaming, sustainable development, physical
challenges, health dispositions and the intersections between race, class and culture. It shall
embrace innovative heritage based education and training philosophy to solve national problems
and to produce goods and services for industrialization and modernization.
CONSULTATION YEAR
1. Ministry of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing 2018
2. Zimbabwe Builders Contractors Association (ZBCA) 2018
3. Construction Industry Federation of Zimbabwe (CIFOZ) 2018
4. University of Zimbabwe (Faculties of Agriculture and Engineering) 2018
5. Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) 2018
6. Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development 2018
7. National University of Science and Technology (NUST) 2018
8. Ministry of Agriculture, Environment, Water and Climate 2018
9. Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers (ZIE) 2018
10. Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) 2018
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PART I REGULATIONS
1. TITLE AND LEVEL OF AWARD
National Certificate in Civil Engineering
2. AIM
By the end of the course, the student should be able to carry out
Civil Engineering work effectively and efficiently.
3. LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, the learner should be able to:
3.1 produce Civil Engineering drawings

3.2 apply construction methods and techniques in design
3.3 apply structural mechanic principles and materials in design
3.4 carryout laboratory and experimental work in Civil Engineering
3.5 apply computer skills in Civil Engineering
3.6 carry out geological surveys and research in Civil Engineering
3.7 communicate effectively
3.8 carry out survey works for Civil Engineering works
3.9 demonstrate a critical, logical and objective approach to problem solving at the
workplace
3.10 demonstrate patriotism
3.11 set up and manage a sustainable business in Civil Engineering
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4. COURSE STRUCTURE
SUBJECT CODE DURATION IN

NOTIONAL
HOURS
1 Civil Engineering Construction 313/18/S09 120
2 Applied Mechanics 313/18/S04 140
3 Civil Engineering Drawing 313/18/S08 144
4 Civil Engineering Materials and Laboratory 313/18/S10 148
Practices
5 Introduction to Civil Engineering Computer 313/18/S11 80

Applications
6 Geology 313/18/S06 120
7 Technical Communication 312/18/S08 80
8 Introduction to Surveying 312/18/S10 120
9 Engineering Mathematics 363/18/S05 216
10 National Studies 401/18/S01 80
11 Entrepreneurship Skills Development 402/18/S01 80
12 Skills Proficiency 313/18/S12
TOTAL 1328
5. COURSE DURATION
The duration of the National Certificate in Civil Engineering shall be 1328

notional hours spread over a period of one year.
6. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The minimum entry requirements shall be English Language, a relevant Science subject
and Mathematics passed at ‘O’ Level with grade C or better and any other two subjects or
NFC subjects or equivalent.
7. MODE OF STUDY
The mode of study shall be:
• Full time 1328 hours

• Part time 1328 hours
• Block release 1328 hours
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8. ASSESSMENT SCHEME
MODE OF ASSESSMENT
WRITTEN CONTINUOUS
EXAMINABLE EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT TOTAL
SUBJECTS 40% 60%
Civil Engineering 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Construction 2 Assignments 20%
313/18/S09 2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Applied Mechanics 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
313/13/S04 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Civil Engineering Drawing 4 hour paper A minimum of 100%
313/13/S08 (Practical) 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Civil Engineering Materials 6hour paper A minimum of 100%
and Laboratory Practices [2 hours Theory 2 Assignments 20%
313/13/S10 paper (40%) 2 Practicals 20%
45 minutes break 2 Tests 20%
must be allowed
between Theory
and Practical
Examination
4 hours Practical
(60%) ]
Introduction to Civil 4 hour paper A minimum of 100%

Engineering Computer (Practical 50%) 2 Assignments 20%
Applications (Theory 50%) 2 Practicals 20%
313/18/S11 2 Tests 20%
Geology 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Technical Communication 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Introduction to Surveying 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Engineering Mathematics 3 hour paper A minimum of
2 Practicals 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%
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MODE OF ASSESSMENT
WRITTEN CONTINUOUS
EXAMINABLE EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT TOTAL
SUBJECTS 40% 60%
National Studies 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
Entrepreneurship Skills 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Development 2 Assignments 20%
2 Tests 20%
Skills Proficiency Submit marks As per Skills Proficiency 100%
313/18/S12 Schedule
9. CONDITIONS OF GRADING
0% to 49% - Fail
50% to 59% - Pass
60% to 79% - Credit
80% and above - Distinction
10.0 CONDITIONS OF AWARD
10.1 A candidate should attend at least 85% of learning sessions to qualify for
examinations.
10.2 The final mark should be obtained through aggregation provided the candidate
scores at least 50 % in each of continuous assessment and examinations.
10.3 The pass mark shall be 50 %.
10.4 Candidates should pass all subjects.
11.0 RE-WRITES
11.1 Re-write(s) should conform to current course structure.
11.2 Candidates should pass at least two thirds of the course to qualify for a
referral.
11.3 Any candidate who fails to pass at least two thirds of the course should repeat the
whole course, including the subjects they would have passed.
11.4 There is no time limit for which to re-write a failed examination.
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11.5 There is no aggregation for re-writes.
11.6 All re-writes should pass on performance in the examination.
11.7 If a candidate fails coursework he/she repeats the subject
12.0 EXEMPTIONS
12.1 Exemptions are only granted in subjects already attained from a complete
accredited qualification provided an exemption certificate specifying subjects
of exemption is produced.
12.2 Exemption Certificate should be applied for at enrolment and produced before
registration for examinations.
13.0 IRREGULAR PRACTICES
13.1 Cheating in examinations will result in disqualification from the whole course and
all other HEXCO courses. The candidate will be suspended for two years.
13.2 Plagiarisms in any of the assessments will result in automatic disqualification in

the course and any other HEXCO courses and the penalty as in 13.1 will apply.
14.0 RESOURCES
14.1 Lecturer Qualifications.
Minimum requirements: National Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent
14.2 Laboratory Technicians
Minimum of National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
14.3 Tools and Equipment (see Appendix I)
14.4 Suggested Textbooks (see Appendix II)
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15. BASIC TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT – (for a class of 12 students)
Item Quantity
Soils Mechanics Laboratory Equipment (Soil Preparation)
Riffle box 6
Pestle and Mortar 6
Sample pans 10
Basins 12
Platform balance 6
Soil Classification
A series of nested sieves – 19mm; 9.5mm 12

4.75mm; 2.36mm; 1.18mm; 600mm; 300mm;150mm &
75mm 1 each
Sieve shaker 2
Balances 6
Drying ovens 6
Liquid limit (casagrande and cone penetrometer) 6
Glass plates 6
Grooving tools 6
Linear shrinkage moulds 6
Specific gravity bottles 12
Pycnometer 6
Hydrometers 6
Density Testing Apparatus 6
Moulds, Hammers, Moisture content Bottles and dishes
density cylinder (Sand replacement) 6
Shear box apparatus 6
Triaxial compression apparatus 2
Permeability Apparatus (permeameters) 6
Equipment for Surveying
Ranging rods 12
Arrows 12
Tapes: 100m steel 6
50m steel 6
30m linen, 6
Optical squares 6
Clinometers, roller grips, spring balance, thermometer 6
Prismatic compass 6
Plan table board and equipment 6
6
Levels – dumpy, Tilting and Automatic 6
Levelling staves 6
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Theodolites: T1, T16, T2 (or equivalent) 6

Tangents for theodolite work 6
Direct reading tachometers 6
Substance bar 6
Total Station 4
GPS Technology 6
GIS Components 6
Equipment for Civil Engineering Drawing 12
Scale ruler 12
T Square 12
Drawing boards 12
Protractors 12
Set Squares 12
Sets of compasses 12
Equipment for Civil Engineering Construction
Concrete mixer 1
Platform scale 6
UTM slump cone 6
Vicat’s Apparatus 6
Slump cone 6
Compaction apparatus 6
Schmidt Hammer 6
Flexure testing machine 6
CBR testing apparatus 6
Computer Hardware and Software 12
NB* Civil Engineering Materials and Laboratory

Practices is a 6hour paper [2 hours Theory paper (40%)
45 minutes break must be allowed between Theory and
Practical Examination 4 hours Practical (60%)]
Practical Examinations will be conducted thereof as recorded
experiments in soil tests /wet concrete tests or any other
relevant Civil Engineering practicals as stipulated in the
question paper.
EXAMPLES OF EXAMINABLE AREAS:
Particle size distribution Analysis
Plastic limit and liquid limit test (Casagrande tool)
Specific gravity test
Organic impurity test
Flakiness index test
Elongation Test
Slump test
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Compaction Test
Toughness/hardness test
Acid test
Density test (proctor test)
Moisture content determination test
Binder distribution test (calibration test)
California Bearing ratio test
Concrete cube test
Cement content test
Bearing Capacity Test (DCP and SPT Test)
Provide Candidates with necessary apparatus, formulae,
computers and printers to conduct Laboratory experiments in
Continuous assessment and Examinations
16. SUGGESTED REFERENCES
Boyer, C. B. and Merzbach, U. C., “A History of Mathematics”, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons,
New York, 2002.
Gransberg, D. G., Popescu, C. M. and Ryan, R. C., “Construction Equipment
Management for Engineers, Estimators, and Owners, CRC/Taylor & Francis, Boca Raton, 2006.
Harris, F., McCaffer, R. and Edum-Fotwe, F., “Modern Construction Management”, 6th ed.,
Blackwell Publishing, 2006.
Jha, K. N., “Construction Project Management, Theory and Practice”, Pearson, New Delhi, 2011.
Newnan, D. G., Eschenbach, T. G. and Lavelle, J. P., “Engineering Economic Analysis”, Indian
Edition, Oxford University Press, 2010.
Ostwald, P. F., “Construction Cost Analysis and Estimating”, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River,
New Jersey, 2001.
Peterson, S. J., “Construction Accounting and Financial Management”, Pearson
Education, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 2005.
Peurifoy, R. L., Schexnayder, C. J. and Shapira, A., “Construction Planning, Equipment, and
Methods, 7th ed., Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2010.
Peurifoy, R. L. and Oberlender, G. D., “Estimating Construction Costs”, 5th ed., McGraw-Hill,
New Delhi, 2004.
Schexnayder, C. J. and Mayo, R. E., “Construction Management Fundamentals”, International
Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2003.
Sullivan, W. G., Bontadelli, J. A. and Wicks, E. M., “Engineering Economy”, 11th ed., Prentice
Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 2001.
Fraser R & Reekie Frank Ching Draughtsmanship Edward Arnold
Reinhold Co. Architectural Graphics Van Nostrand
Thomas E French Charles J. Vierch Engineering Drawing 2014 & Graphics Technology11th
Ed
Taylor, G. D. (2000), Materials in Construction – An Introduction. 3Ed. Longman.
Taylor, G. D. (2001) Materials in Construction: Principles, Practice and
Performance (Chartered Institute of Building). 2Ed. Longman.
Wong, W. S. (2004) Building Materials and Technology in Hong Kong. All Arts.
Neville, A. M. and Brooks, J. J. (2010) Concrete Technology. Prentice Hall.
Chudley, R. and Greeno, R. (2006) Advanced Construction Technology. 4Ed.
Prentice Hall.
Emmitt, S. and Gorse, C. (2006) Barry’s Advanced Construction of Buildings.
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Wileyblackwell
Schofield, W. and Breach, M. (2007) Engineering Surveying. 6Ed. Butterworth –
Heinemann.
Bannister, A., Raymond, S. and Baker, R. (1998) Surveying. 7Ed. Prentice Hall.
Irvine, W. and Maclennan, F. (2005) Surveying for Construction. 5Ed. McGraw
Hill Higher Education.
Jensen, C. H. and Helsen, J. D. (2006) Interpreting Engineering Drawings. 7Ed.
Delmar Cengage Learning.
Allen, E. and Rand, P. (2006) Architectural Detailing: Function. Constructability
and Aesthetic. Wiley.
Benton, R. (1989) Basic Structural Detailing. Longman Scientific and Technical.
Yasmin, N. (2008) An Introduction to AutoCAD 2008for Civil Engineering
Application. Schroff Development Corporation.
Schodeck, D. L. and Bechthold, M (2007) Structures. 6Ed. Prentice Hall.
Durka, F., Morgan, W., William, D.T. and Nageim, H. Al. (2002) Structural
Mechanics: Loads, Analysis, Design and Materials. 6Ed. Prentice Hall.
Hsieh, Y. Y. (1995) Elementary Theory of Structures. 4Ed. Prentice Hall.
Garrison, P. (2005) Basic Structures for Engineers and Architects.
Wiley-Blackwell.
Buildings Department (2004) Code of Practices on Structural Use of Concrete
2004. 2Ed. HKSAR Government Printer.
Buildings Department (2005) Code of Practices on Structural Use of Steel 2005.
HKSAR Government Printer.
HKSAR. Building (Construction) Regulations. HKSAR Government Printer.
Gordon, J. E. (2003) Structures: Or Why Things Don't Fall Down. Da Capo Press.
McMullan, R. and Seeley, I. H. (2007) Environmental Science in Building
(Building and Surveying). 6Ed. Palgrave Macmillan.
Burberry, P. (1997) Mitchell’s Environment and Services. 8Ed. Longman.
Buildings Department (2000) Code of Practice for Overall Thermal Transfer Value in Buildings
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Pritchard, D. C. (1999) Lighting. 6Ed. Longman.
Oliver, A., Douglas, J. and Sterling, S. (2004) Dampness in Buildings. 2Ed.
Wiley-Blackwell.
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Modern Acoustics). Academic Press.
Chudley, R. and Greeno, R. (2006) Advanced Construction Technology. 4Ed.
Prentice Hall.
Emmitt, S. and Gorse, C. (2006) Barry’s Advanced Construction of Buildings.
Wileyblackwell.
Wong, W. S. (2004) Building Materials and Technology in Hong Kong. All Arts.
HKSAR. Hong Kong Buildings Ordinance and Regulations. HKSAR Government
Printer.
Buildings Department (2003) Code of Practice on Precast Concrete Construction.
HKSAR Government Printer.
Buildings Department (2004) Code of Practice on Foundations. HKSAR
Government Printer.
Geotechnical Engineering Office (2000) Guide to Site Investigation. HKSAR
Government Printer.
Hall, F. (1994) Building Services and Equipment, Vol. 1, 2 & 3. 3Ed. Longman.
Hall, F. and Greeno, R. (2009) Building Services Handbook. 5Ed.
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Butterworth-Heinemann.
Myers, D. (2008) Construction Economics: A New Approach. 2Ed. Taylor &
Francis.
Ruddock, L. (Ed) (2008) Economics for Modern Built Environment. Taylor &
Francis.
Manser, J. E. (2008) Economics: a foundation course for the built environment.
Taylor & Francis.
Hillebrandt, P. M. (2000) Economic Theory and the Construction Industry. 3Ed.
Palgrave Macmillan.
Samuelson, P. and Nordhaus, W. (2009) Economics. 19Ed. McGraw Hill.
Chartered Institute of Building (1998) Code of Estimating Practice. Ascot: CIOB.
Cole, G. A. (2003) Management Theory and Practice. 6Ed. Cengage Learning
Business Press.
Robbins, S. P. and Judge, T. A. (2008) Organizational Behaviour. 13Ed. Prentice
Hall.
Handy, C. (2005) Understanding Organization. 4Ed. Penguin Global.
Bailey, G. & Coles, D. (2005) Construction Project Management.
Butterworth-Heinemann.
Graham, A (2008). Teach Yourself Statistics. 3Ed. McGraw Hill.
Ross, S. M. (2009) Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Engineers and
Scientists. 4Ed. Academic Press
HKSAR. Hong Kong Buildings Ordinance and Regulations. HKSAR Government
Printer.
Buildings Department (2005). Code of Practice for Site Supervision. HKSAR
Government Printer.
Oakland John (2005) Total Quality in the Construction Supply Chain. Butterworth
Heinemann.
Labour Department (2000) A Guide to Safety Management. HKSAR Government
Printer.
Ashworth, A. (2006) Contractual Procedures in the Construction Industry.
5Ed. Prentice Hall.
Deenan, D. (2008) Smith and Keenan’s English Law. 15Ed. Longman Pub Group.
Carver, A (2004) Hongkong Business Law. 6Ed. Longman.
Barker, D. and Padfield, C. (2007) Law Made Simple. 12Ed. Made Simple.
Uff, J. (2005) Construction Law. 9Ed. Sweet and Maxwell.
Turner, A. (1997) Building Procurement. 2Ed. London: Macmillan.
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Architectural Services Department (2004). General Conditions of Contract for
Building Works. HKSAR Government Printer.
Other sources of Information e.g. internet, journals, newspapers, magazines etc
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SYLLABI
SUBJECT : CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION
SUBJECT CODE : 313/18/S09
DURATION : 120 HOURS
1.0 AIM
At the end of learning the subject the learner should be able to apply Civil Engineering
construction methods and techniques in designs
2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES
3.1 demonstrate an understanding of preliminary site works

3.2 set out excavations and foundation details
3.3 demonstrate an understanding of temporary works
3.4 incorporate walling and cladding into architectural designs
3.5 design roof structures
3.6 apply floor finishes in designs
3.7 design and produce various components of framed construction
3.8 draw and label staircase details
3.9 demonstrate an understanding of basic joinery techniques
3.10 apply principles of drainage systems in domestic, industrial and commercial
building drawings
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 PRELIMINARY SITE WORKS
3.2 ECAVATIONS AND FOUNDATION DETAILS
3.3 TEMPORARY WORKS
3.4 WALLING AND CLADDING
3.5 JOINERY
3.6 ROOF STRUCTURES
3.7 FLOOR CONSTRUCTION
3.8 FRAMED CONSTRUCTION
3.9 STAIRCASE TECHNOLOGY
3.10 ROADS
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4.0 THEORY
4.1 PRELIMINARY SITE WORKS

4.1.1 Analyse obligations of a contractor at a construction site
4.1.2 Comprehend general welfare arrangements for workers at a construction
site
4.1.3 Explore factors to consider when placing plant and equipment onsite.
4.2 ECAVATIONS AND FOUNDATION DETAILS

4.2.1 Outline various methods of support for walls, trenches and basement
structures
4.2.2 Illustrate fully all types of foundations
4.2.3 Comprehend the laying of ground beams and their principles
4.2.4 Explore various methods in construction of basements, including water
proofing (Tanking) with applied integrated methods.
4.2.5 Describe various types of retaining walls and their techniques.
4.3 TEMPORARY WORKS

4.3.1 Sketch and clearly label the various types of tubular steel scaffolds.
4.3.2 List all the safety features in scaffolding
4.3.3 Comprehend technical aspects of formwork and shuttering
4.3.4 Outline strong points in maintenance and re-use of formwork
4.3.5 Sketch and label the following types of formwork needed in the
construction
(a) R.C Stairs, both in-situ and pre-cast
(b) R.C. Columns
(c) R.C. Beams
(d) R.C. Beam and slab
(e) Cantilevered slabs
4.3.6 Analyse patent metals formwork systems
4.4 WALLING AND CLADDING

4.4.1 Outline the following properties of walls:
(a) Strength
(b) Stability
(c) Exclusion of dampness
(d) Thermal and acoustic properties
(e) Fire resistance
4.4.2 Comprehend cross walls and box frame construction of walls.
4.4.3 Sketch and clearly label panel walls, party walls, separating walls.
4.4.4 Outline slab facings , cladding to walls and construction of fire places
4.4.5 Gain knowledge of how work and how they are constructed, taking into
account flue and chimney design.
4.4.6 Outline various types of bricks, manufacture and application
4.5 JOINERY
4.5.1 Comprehend the principles of external and internal doors, including typical
details.
4.5.2 Draw and label various of doors and windows
4.5.3 Outline ironmongery used for doors and windows.
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4.6 ROOF STRUCTURES

4.6.1 Outline the various principles of roof trusses.
4.6.2 Draw the various types of trusses and materials of roof covering, together
with fixing details.
4.6.3 Analyse the structure and construction of dormer windows.
4.7 FLOOR CONSTRUCTION

4.7.1 Explore the principles of suspended timber floors, precast concrete floors
and in-situ concrete floors.
4.8 FRAMED CONSTRUCTION

4.8.1 Outline the following principles in framed construction
(a) Steel Call Sections, base, apex, foundation splicing
(b) In-situ concrete (reinforcement and formwork)
(c) Precast concrete (base, apex, splicing)
(d) Timber (trusses)
4.8.2 Sketch typical details of the above including steel stanchion bases and beam
connections.
4.8.3 Explore the merits and demerits of each system.
4.9 STAIRCASE TECHNOLOGY

4.9.1 Draw and clearly label various forms of staircase in construction
4.9.2 Dig out the advantages and disadvantages of materials in staircase
technology
4.10 DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

4.10.1 Apply principles of drainage systems in domestic, industrial and
commercial building drawings.
4.10.2 Apply the following in drainage design details
(a) Inspection chambers (details)
(b) Connections to main (Junctions)
(c) Fall of drain (gradient)
(d) Caulking (Splicing)
(e) Backfilling
(f) Incinerator detail
(g) Types of pipes and their applications
(h) Calculations of different levels in piping systems
4.10.3 Outline one and two pipe systems of drainage, including the advantages
and disadvantages of each.
4.10.4 Articulate different material types of pipes and their application
4.11 ROADS
4.11.1 Define terms in pavement designs
4.11.2 Distinguish between Rigid and flexible pavements
4.11.3 Discuss joints in road systems
4.11.4 Sketch and label the Rigid and Flexible pavements
4.11.5 Articulate drainage designs in pavements and roofs
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5.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME
SUBJECT EXAMINATION CONTINUOUS TOTAL

DURATION ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
WEIGHTING
Construction 2 Assignments 20%
2 Tests 20%
6.0 SPECIFICATION ASSESSMENT GRID
TOPIC NO TOPIC WEIGHTING%
1 PRELIMINARY SITE WORKS 5%

2 ECAVATIONS AND FOUNDATION 10%
DETAILS
3 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES 5%
4 WALLING AND CLADDING 10%
5 JOINERY 5%
6 ROOF STRUCTURES 10%
7 FLOOR CONSTRUCTION 10%
8 FRAMED CONSTRUCTION 20%
9 STAIRCASE CONSTRUCTION 10%
10 DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 10%
11 ROADS 5%
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT : CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAWING
1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to enable the learner to interpret Civil Engineering drawings and
Construction
2.0. LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of learning the subject the learner should be able
3.1 carryout standard drawing and lettering
3.2 project various objects and shapes
3.3 design concrete mixes
3.4 detail structural steel work
3.5 draw simple building plans
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION AND DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY
3.2 ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTION
3.3 INTRODUCTION TO REINFORCED CONCRETE DETAILING
3.4 STRUCTURAL STEEL DETAILING
3.5 BUILDING DRAWING
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4.0 THEORY
4.1 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION AND DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY

4.1.1 Carry out drawing exercises of the various types of geometric
constructions of various shapes and objects using the appropriate
equipment.
4.1.2 Apply the various standards, title blocks, scales and layouts in drawing
4.1.3 Produce legible and acceptable lettering without using stencils.
4.1.4 Select and use the different types of lines appropriately in drawing work
4.1.5 Draw the ellipse by the various methods in geometric constructions
4.1.6 Draw the parabola by the various methods
4.1.7 Draw the hyperbola by the various methods
4.2 ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTION

4.2.1 Draw views of an object in the three most commonly used type of
projections.
4.2.2 Produce correct sectional views.
4.2.3 Recognise the type of orthographic projection used in a given arrangement
of views given the international Standards Organisation symbols.
4.2.4 Show the correct arrangement of views in 1st to 3rd angle projections
including isometric drawing, oblique drawings and axonometric drawings
4.3 INTRODUCTION TO REINFORCED CONCRETE DETAILING

4.3.1 Comprehend tests to be carried on hardened concrete
4.3.2 Comprehend with different standard drawings the types of concrete used
in construction
4.3.3 Illustrate general reinforcement arrangement drawings for the different
structural members of a building
4.3.4 Comprehend the importance and use of grid lines for helping in the
naming of individual members.
4.3.5 Outline loading and the deflected shape of members.
4.3.6 Outline the need for reinforcement in concrete structures, to take up tensile
stresses and to assist concrete in compression
4.3.7 Differentiate the following types of steel according to their grades.
(a) Grade 250N/mm²² Mild steel and High Yield Steel Grades
410N/mm²
(b) Grade 460Nmm²
4.3.8 Comprehend concrete cover and its implications in reinforced concrete

members and illustrate using a simply supported beam or slab (or their
sections) or foundations.
4.3.9 Outline the symbols for the steel types and the available sizes of steel bars
with a drawing for purpose of illustration showing tension steel as well as
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compression steel and explain shear reinforcement and the need for it
Brief explain shear.
4.3.10 Explore bar marks and their uses in differentiating between reinforcement
bars in terms of length, shape and size.
4.3.11 Draw sections for simply supported beams, simply supported slabs,
columns, foundations (show starter bars and explain) kicker – for aiding in
the fixing of shuttering and not for structural purposes. Treat pad footing
and strip footing (reinforced).
4.3.12 Comprehend the bending schedule and explain its purpose and contents
4.4 STRUCTURAL STEEL DETAILING
4.4.1 Discuss iron and steel production and uses of different ferrous metals.
4.4.2 Differentiate non-ferrous metals, properties and uses of aluminum.
4.4.3 Comprehend the properties of steel that quality it for structural work and
code of practice requirements.
4.4.4 Complete grades of structural steel used for construction
4.4.5 Connect either rigidly or flexibly
4.4.6 Understand the purpose structural elements and grading of bolts.
4.4.7 Understand welding terminology and the various types of welds used and
associated symbols.
4.4.8 Apply drafting standards pertaining to scales; erection marks, opposite

handed, weld, HD bolts and abbreviations.
4.4.9 Discriminate types rolled sections and apply of UBs, UCs, hollow
sections, joists, castellated beams and girders.
4.4.10 Read a section book and use it in drafting the following
(a) simple beam column connection.
(b) simple beam to beam connection
(c) column slice connection
(d) simple bracing details
(e) truss detailing
(f) stanchion
(g) simple portal frame
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4.5 BUILDING DRAWING
4.5.1 Draw simple building drawings to show
(a) Plans
(b) Elevations
(c) Sections
(d) Scale
(e) Roofs
(f) details

WEIGHTING
Drawing 2 Assignments 20%
2 Tests 20%
1 Geometric Construction And 20

Descriptive Geometry
2 20
Orthographic Projections
3 20
Design Concrete Mixes
4 20
Detail Structural Steel Work
5 20
Draw Simple Building Plans
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT : CIVIL ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND LABORATORY

PRACTICES
1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to enable the learner to carry out laboratory activities and find
solutions to Civil Engineering problems.

By the end of learning the subject the student should be able to:
3.1 demonstrate understanding of production of iron and steel and their products.
3.2 solve problems in concrete and mortar design
3.3 analyse behaviour of timber in construction
3.4 demonstrate understanding of asphalts and tars
3.5 analyse the behaviour of plastics in construction
3.6 demonstrate your understanding of paint as a construction material
3.7 demonstrate understanding of synthetic materials as a construction material
3.8 make measurements of behaviour of various materials used in Civil Engineering.
3.9 operate various types of testing machines in Civil Engineering
3.10 execute Laboratory works in Civil Engineering
3.11 carry out Laboratory Experiments
3.12 relay Laboratory Ethics
3.13 narrate Laboratory Precautions
3.14 expose Laboratory Rules
3.15 implement Laboratory Safety
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3.0 TOPICS
3.1 IRON, STEEL AND THEIR PROPERTIES
3.2 CONCRETE
3.3 TIMBER
3.4 PLASTICS
3.5 PAINTS
3.6 SYNTHETIC MATERIALS
3.7 ASPHLATS AND TARS
3.8 LABORATORY PRACTICALS
3.9 CIVIL ENGINEERING FACILITIES
3.10 EXECUTION OF LABORATORY WORKS
3.11 ADMINISTRATION OF EACH LABORATORY EXPERIMENT
3.12 LABORATORY ETHICS
3.13 LABORATORY PRECAUTIONS
3.14 LABORATORY RULES
3.15 LABORATORY SAFETY
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4.0 THEORY
4.1 IRON, STEEL AND THEIR PROPERTIES
4.1.1 Comprehend raw materials and pig iron production
4.1.2 Draw and clearly label the blast furnace
4.1.3 Differentiate between cast iron and wrought iron in the construction
industry
4.1.4 Comprehend various types of steel and their uses in construction
4.1.5 Explore corrosion processes on iron and steel with prevention methods
4.2 CONCRETE
4.2.1 Comprehend all types of cement and lime in building technology
4.2.2 Outline the various types and characteristics of aggregates for concrete
4.2.3 Compare and contrast the properties of pit sand and river sand
4.2.4 Outline the problem of expansive aggregates and bulking of sand
4.2.5 Demonstrate understanding of tests and curing of concrete.
4.2.6 Distinguish between plan, textured and exposed concrete finishes
4.3 TIMBER
4.3.1 Distinguish between softwoods and hardwoods
4.3.2 Outline the properties of timber in construction
4.3.3 Explore the process of seasoning and conversion of timber
4.3.4 Outline common diseases and defects in timber
4.3.5 Comprehend the uses of plywood and veneers in construction
4.4 PLASTICS
4.4.1 Outline the two types of plastics and dig out applications for each type
4.5 PAINTS
4.5.1 Outline different types and uses of paints in construction
4.6 SYNTHETIC MATERIALS
4.6.1 Explore the advantages and disadvantages of synthetic materials in
construction.
4.7 ASPHLATS AND TARS
4.7.1 Outline uses of asphaltic bathyal, pitch mastic, natural rock asphalt, lake
and mastic asphalts
4.7.2 Comprehend temperature susceptibility of asphalts and tars and blistering
of asphalts surfaces.
4.8 LABORATORY PRACTICALS IN SMALL (3 TO 5 STUDENT) GROUPS.

4.8.1 Plan an experimental program, selecting the test configuration, selecting
the test specimens and collecting raw data.
4.8.2 Document the experimental program including the test procedures,
collected data, method of interpretation and final results.
4.8.3 Operate the laboratory equipment including the electronic instrumentation,
the test apparatus and the data collection system.
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4.8.4
Measure physical properties of common structural and geotechnical
construction materials.
4.8.5 Interpret the laboratory data including conversion of the measurements
into engineering values and derivation of material properties (strength and
stiffness) from the engineering values.
4.8.6 Observe various modes of failure in compression, tension, and shear.
4.8.7 Observe various types of material behaviour under similar loading
conditions
4.9 CIVIL ENGINEERING FACILITIES
4.9.1 Carry simple works to highlight knowledge of the following in Civil
Engineering
(a) Machine shop
(b) Loading Frames: 200,000 lb Balbwin, 60,000 lb Baldwin, 20,000 lb Instron
(c) Concrete Fabrication Lab
(d) Soil Structure Interaction, Earth Dams, Centrifuge
(e) Perini Lab - Structural Elements, etc.
(f) Compaction, Grain Size, Ovens
(g) General Open Space, Permeability, Scales
(h) Triaxial, Constant Rate of Loading, Permeability
(i) Hand Tools, Calibration Equipment
(j) Humid Room / Soil Sample Preparation
(k) Consolidation, Direct Shear
4.10 EXECUTION OF LABORATORY WORKS
4.10.1 Carry out experiments in in small groups.
4.10.2 Make Data available electronically after each laboratory exercise.
4.10.3 Each person must use the data and prepare an individual report.
4.10.4 The report must be based on clarity, data interpretation, and presentation.
4.11 ADMINISTRATION OF EACH LABORATORY EXPERIMENT
Comprehensively discuss the following:
4.11.1 Data Acquisition and Instruments in Civil Engineering
4.11.2 Elastic Behavior of materials
4.11.3 Failure of Common Materials in Civil Engineering
4.11.4 Direct Shear - Frictional Behavior of materials
4.11.5 Concrete I - Early Age Properties of materials
4.11.6 Compression – Directionality
4.11.7 Concrete II - Compression and Indirect Tension
4.11.8 Soil Classification in Civil Engineering
4.11.9 Consolidation Test (Partial Experiment)
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4.11.10 Tension III - Heat Treatment
4.12 LABORATORY ETHICS

Observe the following practical laboratory applications of THE Golden Rule:
4.12.1 If you open, close it.
4.12.2 If you turn it on, turn it off.
4.12.3 If you unlock it, lock it.
4.12.4 If you break it, repair it.
4.12.5 If you cannot fix it, call in someone who can.
4.12.6 If you borrow it, return it.
4.12.7 If you use it, take care of it.
4.12.8 If you make a mess, clean it up.
4.12.9 If you move it, put it back.
4.12.10 If it belongs to somebody else and you want to use
it, get permission.
4.12.11 If you do not know how to operate it, leave it alone.
4.12.12 If it does not concern you, do not mess with it.
4.13 LABORATORY PRECAUTIONS
4.13.1 Wear Eye Protection when working with power tools or testing specimens
in compression.
4.13.2 Ask when in doubt - mistakes are expensive.
4.13.3 Do not apply higher input voltage to transducer than rated value.
4.13.4 Do not apply input voltage to output leads (green and white) of transducer.
4.13.5 Check input voltage before plugging in transducer.
4.13.6 Disconnect transducer before turning on or off power supplies or
voltmeters.
4.13.7 Never close a valve connected directly to a transducer.
4.13.8 Monitor transducer output when making physical connections.
4.13.9 Do not wash plexiglass in detergent, use kerosene.
4.14 LABORATORY RULES
4.14.1 Read Safety Precautions and sign the list.
4.14.2 Return all equipment and tools to storage areas when not in use or at end
of day.
4.14.3 Ask when in doubt; an incorrect guess may be dangerous or expensive.
4.14.4 Do not alter any item without explicit permission of the instructor.
4.15 LABORATORY SAFETY
4.15.1 You must sign the safety form in order to work in the laboratory.
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WEIGHTING
CIVIL 6 hour paper A minimum of 100%
ENGINEERING 2 hours Theory paper 2 Assignments 20%
MATERIALS AND (40%) 2 Practicals 20%
LABORATORY 45 minutes break must 2 Tests 20%
PRACTICES be allowed between
313/18/S10 Theory and Practical
Examination
4 hours Practical (60%)
Practical Examinations
will be conducted
thereof as recorded
experiments in soil
tests /wet concrete tests
or any other relevant
Civil Engineering
practicals as stipulated
in the question paper.
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1 Iron and steel and their products 2%
2 Rocks 2%
3 Concrete 2%
4 Timber 2%
5 Asphalts and tars 2%
6 Plastics 2%
7 Paints 2%
8 Synthetic materials 2%
9 Operations of various types of testing 2%
machines in Civil Engineering
10 Execution of Laboratory works in Civil 8%
Engineering
11 Administration of Laboratory Experiments 6%
12 Laboratory Ethics 2%
13 Laboratory Precautions 2%
14 Laboratory Rules 2%
15 Laboratory Safety 2%
16 Experiments and Practicals 60%
Total 100
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SUBJECT : INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL ENGINEERING COMPUTER

APPLICATIONS
DURATION : 80 hours
1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to provide the student with a broad knowledge on application of
computer packages, 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
and modeling with a focus on Civil and Environment Engineering -specific applications

At the end of covering this unit the learner should be able to:
2.1 characterise computer software and hardware

2.2 formulate Civil Engineering Computer assisted designs
2.3 create 2D Presentations
2.4 create 3D Modelling
2.5 carryout Civil Engineering projects PowerPoint presentations
2.6 demonstrate understanding of computer ergonomics, Health and safety
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPUTER
3.2 SOFTWARE
3.3 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN
3.4 2D PRESENTATIONS
3.5 3D MODELLING
3.6 DESIGN PRESENTATIONS
3.7 COMPUTER ERGONOMICS, HEALTH AND SAFETY
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4.0 THEORY
INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPUTER
4.1 Characterise Hardware
4.1.1 Explore Input devices
4.1.2 Outline functions of Storage devices
4.1.3 Outline functions and components of the CPU
4.1.4 Explore Output devises
4.1.5 Relay types of Memory
4.1.6 Outline Computer Performance
4.1.7 Relay types of Computers
4.2 SOFTWARE
4.2.1 Identify Software
4.2.2 Explore Systems Software
4.2.3 Discuss Operating Systems such as
- DOS
- Windows Operating Systems
- Network Operating Systems
- Utilities
4.2.4 Installation and application of software and their uses
- word processing
- Spreadsheet processing
- Database Processing
-SketchUp
- Civil Engineering CAD software
- Multimedia Application
-installation of drawing software
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4.3 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN

4.3.1 Civil Engineering Design Process
4.3.2 Computer aided Drafting (CAD) making simple drawings using features of CAD Design
4.3.3 Computers in the field of Architecture
4.3.4 Confirming the drafting specifications.
4.3.5 Saving and retrieving drawings.
4.3.6 Dimensioning. Lettering. Plotted drawing
4.4 2D PRESENTATIONS
4.4.1 2D software
4.4.2 Software drawing interface
4.4.3 Cartesian coordinate system
4.4.4 Draw commands
4.4.5 Modify commands
4.4.6 Annotate dimension style manager
4.4.7 Text command, layers and blocks
-Parametric
- Isometric drawings
-Drawing area setup
-Introduction to building drawing
-floor plans, elevations and sections
-Saving and printing of drawings
4.5. 3D MODELLING
4.5.1 Introduction
4.5.2 Features of a software
4.5.3 Building elements
4.5.4 Drawing aids
4.5.5 Modifying tools
4.5.6 Dimensions, Materials,
4.5.7 Conversion of drawing from 2D to 3D
4.5.8 Rendering
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4.6 DESIGN PRESENTATIONS

4.6.1 Presentation Package
4.6.2 Load presentation program
4.6.3 Create a new slide
4.6.4 Edit Slide
4.6.5 Add new slides
4.6.6 Create a slide show
4.6.7 Move around slides, delete and edit layout
4.6.8 Work with master slide
4.6.9 Security, Copyright and Legal Aspects
4.6.10 Security – Data threats, Privacy Act, UPS, Computer Policy
4.6.11 Computer Viruses –the term virus, how viruses are spread, internet and down loads,
Antivirus software
4.6.12 Copyright Software copyright rules, legal issues, user licenses, and software
distribution, shareware, freeware, firmware etc
4.7. COMPUTER ERGONOMICS, HEALTH AND SAFETY
4.7.1 Provision of adequate lighting and ventilation
4.7.2 Safety standards of cables and power points, repetitive strain injury (RSI), eye strain and
bad posture
4.7.3 Internet services
4.7.3 Basic internet concepts and its main uses
4.7.4 Economics of internet use and email services
4.7.5 use of email, requirements to send and receive email
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WEIGHTING
INTRODUCTION TO 4 hour paper A minimum of 100%
CIVIL 2 Assignments 20%
ENGINEERING Theory (50%) 2hours 2 Practicals 20%
COMPUTER Practical (50%) 2hours 2 Tests 20%
APPLICATIONS
313/18/S11
1 Introduction to the computer 20%

Software and hardware
2 Introduction to design 10%
3 2D Presentations 20%
4 3D Modelling 20%
5 Design presentations 20%
6 Computer ergonomics, Health and 10%

safety
Total 100%
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SUBJECT: TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION
SUBJECT CODE: 312/18/S08
DURATION 80 Hours
1.0 AIM
At the end of learning the subject the learner should be able to communicate effectively
2.1 develop an understanding of Communication Techniques

2.2 develop an understanding of Oral Presentations
2.3 develop an understanding of Report and Letter Writing
2.4 develop an understanding of Communication Reproduction
2.5 develop an understanding of Career Guidance
2.6 develop an understanding of Meetings
2.7 develop an understanding of Site Visits and Object Description
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES
3.2 ORAL PRESENTATION
3.3 REPORT AND LETTER WRITING
3.4 COMMUNICATION REPRODUCTION
3.5 CAREER GUIDANCE
3.6 MEETINGS INTERVIEWS AND DEBATES
3.7 SITE VISITS AND OBJECT DESCRIPTION
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4.1 THEORY
4.2 COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES
To enable the student to appreciate the need and importance of communication.
4.2.1 Define communication and explain the following:
1.1.1 Concepts of communication

1.1.2 Effective communication
1.1.3 Requirements of effective communication
1.1.4 Non-effective communication.
4.2.2 Explain oral communication
1.2.1 Role of oral communication

1.2.2 Importance of oral communication
1.2.3 Effective listening.
4.2.3 Demonstrate written communication

1.3.1 Role of written communication
1.3.2 Importance of written communication
1.3.3 Effective written communication.
4.3 ORAL PRESENTATION

4.3.1 Apply oral presentation.
4.3.2 Demonstrate impromptu speaking.
2.1.1 4 minute presentation
2.1.2 Presentation review and analyses.
4.3.3 Present prepared speeches.
4.3.4 10 minute presentation
4.3.5 presentation review and analyses
4.4 REPORT AND LETTER WRITING

To enable students to write technical reports.
4.4.1 Write Short reports
4.4.2 Detailed reports
4.4.3 Minutes
4.4.4 Business letters.
4.5 COMMUNICATION REPRODUCTION
To enable the students to understand communication reproduction.
4.5.1 Identify and explain methods of reproduction.

(a) Telex
(b) Telegram
(c) Photocopier
(d) Word Processor
(e) Spirit Duplicator etc.
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4.6 CAREER GUIDANCE
To enable students realise the opportunities and positions available in their

respective fields.
4.6.1 Identify prospective employers.
(a) Government Department
(b) Local Governments
(c) Non Government Organisations
(d) Parastatals
(e) Professional institution.
4.6.2 Identify organisational structures.
(a) Construction Industries
(b) Higher Educational Institutions
4.7 MEETINGS INTERVIEWS AND DEBATES
To enable students to conduct meetings, interviews and debate.

4.7.1 Students conduct meetings.
(a) Site meeting

(b) Staff meeting
(c) Workshops
(d) Seminars
(e) Conference etc.
4.7.2 Students conduct interviews.

(a) Preparation of CVs
(b) Application letter
(c) Interview procedure
4.7.3 Students organise debates.

(a) Debate on Economic issues
(b) Education
(c) Basic legal issues.
4.8 SITE VISITS AND OBJECT DESCRIPTION

To enable students to write site and object description reports
4.8.1 Student visit construction sites and make notes.

(a) Building sites
(b) Road works
(c) Sewage works
(d) Water treatment
(e) Dam sites
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SUBJECT EXAMINATIONS CONTINUOUS TOTAL

DURATION ASSESSMENT WEIGHTIN
WEIGHTING G
TECHNICAL 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
COMMUNICATION 2 Assignments 20%
2 Tests 20%
1 Communication Techniques 10%
2 Oral Presentations 10%

3 Report and Letter Writing 30%
4 Communication Reproduction 20%
5 Career Guidance 10%
6 Meetings 10%
7 Site Visits and Object Description 10%
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT: APPLIED MECHANICS
CODE: 313/18/S04
DURATION 140 hours
1.0 AIM
To provide the student with the basic concepts of Applied Mechanics required to solve problems
in structures.

2.1 resolve forces
2.2 solve stress strain problems
2.3 solve truss problems
2.4 analyse the effect of combined bending and direct stress.
2.5 demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of composite beams.
2.6 demonstrate an understanding of the importance of shear force and bending moment.
2.7 calculate the centroids and second moment of area of sections.
2.8 demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts of reinforced concrete design.
4.0 TOPICS
4.1 GENERAL CONCEPTS
4.2 PIN JOINTED TRUSSES
4.3 STRESS AND STRAIN
4.4 GEOMETRICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SECTIONS
4.5 SHEAR FORCE AND BENDING MOMENT DIAGRAMS
4.6 COMPOSITE BEAMS
4.7 COMBINED BENDING AND DIRECT STRESS
4.8 REINFORCED CONCRETE
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5.0 THEORY
5.1 GENERAL CONCEPTS
To enable the student to understand the basic concepts and resolve forces.
5.1.1 Define:
(a) statistics, define force magnitude, point of application and line of action.
(b) forces.
(c) equilibrium and state the three conditions of static equilibrium.
(d) concurrent forces.
(e) coplanar forces.
(f) resultant force.
(g) equilibrant force.
5.1.2 Calculate the resultant force using:

(a) Graphic Methods
i) Triangle forces.
ii) Parallelogram of forces.
iii) Polygon of forces.
(b) Analytic Methods
(c) Resolution of forces into rectangular components.
5.1.3 Moments of a Force
(a) Calculate moments of a force about any point.

(b) Define what a couple is.
5.1.4 Loads
(a) Identify the following types of loads:

i) Concentrated (pointed) load.
ii) Distributed load.
(b) Calculate the resultant and point of action of (b.1.1) (b.1.2) load with a
triangular distribution.
5.1.5 Supports
Identify and represent schematically the following types of supports:
(a) Roller.
(b) Hinge.
(c) Fixed.
5.1.6 Statistics
Define an isostatically determinant systems.
5.1.7 Reactions
(a) Explain the concept of free body diagram.
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(b) Calculate reactions at the supports for

i) a simply supported beam with any type of load.
ii) cantilever with any type of load.
5.1.8 Dynamics
(a) Newton’s Laws

(b) Calculate
(c) Acceleration and retardation, etc, problems on dynamics.

(derivations are not required)
(d) Motion around a curve and centrifugal force.

- The redial acceleration, centrifugal and centripetal forces,
stability of vehicles on circular path, banking of roads
(highway), formula and solving problems.
4.1.9 Friction
Definition, uses in engineering, angle of friction, coefficient of friction,

laws of friction, formula F = 2N, problems on friction.
4.9 PIN JOINTED TRUSSES

To equip the students with the necessary skills so as to be able to solve truss
problems.
4.9.1 Explain the concept of pin-jointed trusses.
4.9.2 Identify the following types of elements.
(a) Tie.
(b) Strut.
4.10 STRESS AND STRAIN

To supply the student with necessary skills so as to solve stress strain problems.
4.10.1 Define
(a) Stress.
(b) Strain.
(c) Elastic material
(d) Hooke’s Law.
(e) Young’s modulus
(f) Poisson’s ratio.
4.10.2 Solve stress strain problems.
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4.11 GEOMETRICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SECTIONS
To equip the student with basic skills so as to enable one to calculate the centroids
and second moment of area of sections.
4.11.1 Define
(a) centroid.
(b) centre of gravity.
4.11.2 Identify the methods for calculating the centroid of any common section.
4.11.3 Determine the second moment of area (moment of inertia) of any simple
section.
4.11.4 Define the theorem of parallel axes.
4.11.5 Calculate the moment of inertia of common composite sections.
4.12 SHEAR FORCE AND BENDING MOMENT DIAGRAMS

To enable the student to appreciate the importance of shear force and bending
moment.
4.12.1 Draw the shear force and bending common diagram for the following
types of beams.
(a) Simply supported beam with a U.D.I. and concentrated
load.
(b) Cantilever with the same type of loading.
4.12.2 Calculate and determine valve and position of maximum bending moment.
4.12.3 Calculate the position of contra flexure
4.13 COMPOSITE BEAMS

To enable the students to understand the concepts of composite beams.
4.13.1 Equivalent section.
4.13.2 Moment.
4.13.3 Stress
4.14 COMBINED BENDING AND DIRECT STRESS

To enable students analyse the effect of combined bending and direct stress.
4.14.1 Determine the formula for a combined bending and direct stress on
eccentrically loaded short columns.
4.14.2 Determine the maximum and minimum moment for eccentrically loaded
short columns.
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4.15 REINFORCED CONCRETE

To equip the student with the basic concepts of reinforced concrete design.
4.15.1 Analyse reinforcement concrete beams and columns by the elastic theory.
4.15.2 State the basic concepts of the load factor method and limit state design.
EXAMINABLE WRITTEN CONTINUOUS TOTAL

SUBJECTS EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Applied Mechanics A minimum of
313/18/S04 4 hour paper 2 Assignments 20% 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
6.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID
1 General concepts 5
2 Pin-jointed trusses 5
3 Stress and strain 20
4 Geometrical characteristics of sections 10
5 Shear Force and Bending Moment 20
Diagrams
6 Composite Beams 20
7 Combined bending and Direct Stress 10
8 Reinforced Concrete 10
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT: GEOLOGY
CODE: 313/18/S06
DURATION 120 HOURS
1.0 AIM
At the end of leaning the subject the student should be able to perform geological surveys

At the end of learning the subjects the leaner should be able to:
2.1 Classify the various types of geological surveys

2.2 Demonstrate an understanding of the crystal systems
2.3 Explain mineral composition of different types of rocks
2.4 Illustrate drainage patterns in rocks
2.5 Calculate major and minor dips
2.6 Calculate strike directions
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 MINERALOGY
3.3 PETROLOGY
3.4 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY
3.5 STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY
3.6 GEOLOGICAL LABORATORY PRACTICES
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4.0 THEORY
4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.1.1 Define the various branches of Geology.
(a) Physical/Dynamical Geology
(b) Structural Geology
(c) Mineralogy
(d) Pathology
(e) Stratigraphy
(f) Paleontology
(g) Economic Geology
(h) Engineering Geology
4.1.2 Explain the theory of the earth’s origin
(a) Gaseous Tidal Hypothesis.
4.1.3 State the age of the earth.
(a) Kelvin
(b) Joly & Clarke
(c) Helinholtz
(d) Rusel and Holmes
4.1.4 Describe the Internal Constitution of the Earth.
(a) Surface of the Earth.
(b) Mohorovicic discontinuity (at a depth of 60km)
(c) Repeth discontinuity (at 670km)
(d) Inversion surface (at 2730 km)
(e) Inversion layers (at 2750 to 2780 km)
(f) Dahm’s layer (at 2780 km)
(g) Dahm constant velocity layer (2780 to 2900 km)
(h) Gutenburg discontinuity (at 2900 km)
(i) Cose of the earth (below 2900 km)
4.2 MINERALOGY
4.2.1 Define a mineral
4.2.2 Explain why Quartz e.g. is a mineral by slating to the definition of
mineral.
4.2.3 State the general classification for minerals.
(a) Rock-forming minerals
(b) Minerals of Economics
(c) Primary minerals
(d) Secondary minerals
(e) Essential minerals
(f) Accessory minerals
4.2.4 Define crystallography

4.2.5 Define a crystal, crystalline, Amorphous, faces, solid angle, interfacial
angle, form.
4.2.6 Define symmetry elements
(a) a plane
(b) a axis
(c) a point
4.2.7 Discuss the six different crystal systems.
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(a) Isometric or Cubic system

(b) Tetragonal system
(c) Hexagonal system
(d) Orthorhombic system
(e) Monoclinic system
4.2.8 Describe the various physical properties of minerals
(a) Colour
(b) Streak
(c) Hardness – Mohr’s scale of Hardness
(d) Specific gravity
(e) Cleavage
(f) Fracture
(g) Lustre
(h) Form
(i) Magnetism
4.2.9 Identify the common rock forming minerals viz.

(a) Silicate (b) Non - Silicate
Quartz Carbonates
Potassium Feldspar Group caloite
Plagioclase Feldspar Group dolomite
Moscovite mica Evaporites
Biotite mica Iron Oxides:
Pyroxene Group hematite
Amphibole limonite
Olivine Megnetite
Garnet
© Clay mineral
4.3 PETROLOGY
4.3.1 To enable the student to know the three fundamental rock-type:-Igneous
Rocks. Sedimentary Rocks, and Metamorphic Rock.
(a) Describe igneous rocks of various types plutonic, hypabyssal and volcanic.
(b) Explain the origin of igneous rocks.
(c) Discuss discordant and concordant bodies:
(d) Define dykes, sills, haccoliths, hopliths, phoroliths, and volcanic necks
batholiths.
(e) Explain the term structure.
(f) Distinguish between the various types of structures viz vesicular, any
gelaloidal sheet, plasty, columnar, pollow.
(g) Explain term texture.
(h) Distinguish between the various types of textures viz, holocrystalline,
hologyaline, hemicraystalls, phanero crystalline, aphinitic microcrystalling,
cryptocry stalline, euhedral, idiomerpbic, authomirphic sudbedra. Anhedral,
equidimensional, xenomorpie porphyritic, polkilite, su-ophitic, granulo-
optrinic, intergranutas, hyalo-ophitic, trachytic traphic.
4.3.2 Explain crystallization of Magmas

(a) State Bowen’s Reaction series
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(b) Explain the formation of Alkaline Rocks.

4.3.3 Classify Igneous Rocks into acid, intermediate, basic and ultra-basic
(a) Describe the mineral composition of acidic rocks
(b) Describe the mineral composition and texture of Basic Rock
(c) Describe the mineral composition of Intermediate Rock, their texture an
colours.
4.3.4 Define sedimentary Rocks
(a) Explain the Mode of formation of sedimentary rocks
(b) Describe the textures and structure of sedimentary rocks.
4.3.5 Classify the sedimentary rocks into the following classify.
(a) Residual sediments
(b) Mechanical Sediments (Clastic) Rocks
(c) Chemical sediments
- Calcareous
- Siliceous
(d) Orogenic sediments
- Ferruginous
- Evaporite
- Calcareous
- Carbonaceous
- Siliceous
- Phosphoric
(e) According to the “genesis of sediments”

- Redaceous rocks (very loose-grained)
- Arenaceous rocks (common send sized grains)
- Silt rocks (constituent particles finer than common sand but
courses than clay)
- Argillaceous rocks (finest grain size)
(f) Describe some sedimentary rocks.
4.3.6 Define Metamorphic rocks

4.3.7 Give a brief explanation of how the following agents bring about
metamorphism.
(a) Temperature
(b) Pressure in the hydrostatic sense i.e. uniform
(c) Stress i.e. directed pressure
(d) Access of chemically reactive substance.
4.3.8 Describe the following various forms of metamorphism.
(a) Thermal metamorphism
(b) Contact metamorphism
(c) Dynamic
(d) Regional metamorphism.
4.3.9 Classify metamorphic rocks.
4.3.10 Describe some metamorphic rocks.
4.4 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY

4.4.1 Understand weathering
4.4.2 State the mass types of weathering.
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4.4.3 Define mechanical weathering.

4.4.4 Describe briefly the following chief agents of mechanical weathering.
(a) Frost Action
(b) Isolation
(c) Unloading
(d) Crystal growth
(e) Root wedging.
4.4.5 Define chemical weathering
4.4.6 Describe the following process of chemical weathering
a) Hydrolysis
b) Oxidation
c) Carbonation
d) Hydration
e) Solution
4.4.7 Define
(a) Biological weathering
(b) Spheroid weathering
4.4.8 Describe the processes of erosion and deposition.
4.4.9 Explain the geological work of running water
4.4.10 Describe the following distinct processes
(a) hydraulic action
(b) abrasion
(c) attrition
(d) solution
(e) transportation
(f) deposition
4.4.11 Illustrate the types of drainage patterns.
4.4.12 Outline how meanders and ox-low lakes are formed.
4.4.13 Explain briefly geological work of underground or sub surface water
4.4.14 Define underground water
4.4.15 State the four principal factors controlling the distribution of sub-surface
water.
4.4.16 Show (by means of diagram) the following terms in the distribution of
underground water:
(a) radose water
(b) zone of aeration
(c) watertable
(d) zone of saturation
(e) perched watertable
(f) ground water
4.4.17 Explain how the following come about
(a) seepage or springs
(b) artesian spring
(c) stylolites and sinks
(d) Caverns galleries and shafts
(e) Concretions
(f) Stalactites and stalagmeites
(g) Agate and geode
(h) Karst topography
4.4.18 Explain briefly the geological work of oceans and seas
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4.4.19 Define the four depth zones.

4.4.20 How the development of breakers in a wave cause remarkable erosion and
Transportation of the shore-zone.
4.4.21 Illustrate the following on a diagram.
(a) wave-cut cliff
(b) Beach
(c) Wave-cut Bench
(d) wave-built terrace.
4.4.22 Outline the development of the various types of shore-line.
4.4.23 Describe the development of each of the following.
(a) Spits and bars
(b) Volcanic Islands
(c) Continental Islands
(d) Coral Islands
(e) Fringing Reefs
(f) Barrier Reefs
(g) Atoll
(h) Lagoon
4.4.24 Understand the Geological work of Glaciers
i) Classify the various types of glaciers.
4.4.25 Explain the following terms relating to glacial erosion.
(a) Abrasion
(b) Quarrying
(c) frost-wedging
4.4.26 Explain the following features:-
(a) roche mountaineers
(b) Cirque, arête, born
(c) U-shaped transverse profile
(d) bergs-chrund
(e) hanging valley
(f) Drumlins
(g) lateral and medial motaines
(h) Terminal moraine
(i) Erratics
(j) Outwash
(k) Lettles
(l) kame terraces
(m) crevasse filling
(n) Eskers
4.4.27 Appreciate briefly geological work of wind.
4.4.28 Describe how wind causes erosion by the following processes:
(a) Deflation
(b) abrasion
(c)attrition
4.4.29 Illustrate the development of a:
(a) Vestifact
(b) rock pedestal
(c) sand dust
(d) Barchaus
(e) Transverse dunes
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4.5 STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY

4.5.1 Know epeirogenic movement and orogenic movement (dicisteophism)
4.5.2 Define dip, strike, direction of dip and direction of strike, true dip and
apparent dip.
4.5.3 Define a fold, limb of fold, axial plane, axis of a fold, syncline,
symmetrical fold, asymmetric fold overturned fold, recumbent fold.
4.5.4 Define a joint, primary, joint, master joint, dip joint strike joints, diagonal
joint, oblique joint, bedding joint, tension joint, column joint.
4.5.5 Define faults, hade, dip inclined fault normal fault reverse fault, down
throw side and up throw side, step fault, horsts, grabens rift valleys, block
mountains unconformity.
4.6 GEOLOGICAL LABORATORY PRACTICES

4.6.1 Establish physicality of the common rock-forming minerals in hand
specimens.
4.6.2 Capture various types of rocks in hand specimens.
4.6.3 Plot strike lines on Geological Maps.
(a) Create, describe and file geological Maps
(b) Outline strike lines, contour, outliers
(c)Show how different types of rocks are indicated on maps
(d) Determine strike direction
(e)Calculate angle of dip
(f) Solve 3 point borehole problems
(g) Determine the thickness of a bed.
4.6.4 Arrange field trip to see the broad effect of denudation on surrounding
area Harare and Bulawayo have good example nearby.
4.6.5 Conduct a museum visit.

DURATION ASSESSMENT WEIGHT
WEIGHTING ING
Geology A minimum of
313/13/S06 3 hour paper 2 Assignments 20% 100%
2 Practicals 20%
2 Tests 20%
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TOPIC NO. TOPIC WEIGHTING%
1 Introduction 10%
2 Mineralogy 15%
3 15%
Petrology
4 Physical Geology 20%
5 Structural Geology 20%
6 Engineering Geology 20%
7 Geology Laboratory Practices 20%
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT TITLE: ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
SUBJECT CODE: 363/18/S05
DURATION: 216 HOURS
1.0 AIM OF THE SUBJECT
To provide the fundamental mathematics essential in the works of an assistant Survey and
Geomatics technician
At the end of the course the student should be able to:
2.1 demonstrate an understanding of basic mathematical concepts and their application

2.2 demonstrate an understanding of the principles of indices and logarithms and their
applications
2.3 plot graphs and solve equations of different functions
2.4 use trigonometric functions in solving practical problems
2.5 use co-ordinate geometry in the location of points
2.6 use co-ordinate geometry in solving surveying and Engineering problems
2.7 calculate the areas and volumes of regular shapes and irregular shapes
2.8 appreciate the use of calculus in solving applied problems
2.9 apply calculus to solve real world problems in Engineering
2.10 solve linear simultaneous equations
2.11 effectively collect and analyse data for statistical purposes
3.0 TOPICS
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 INDICES AND LOGARITHMS
3.3 FUNCTIONS
3.4 TRIGONOMETRICAL FUNCTIONS
3.5 COORDINATE GEOMETRY 1
3.6 COORDINATE GEOMETRY II
3.7 MENSURATION
3.8 DIFFERENTIATION
3.9 INTEGRATION
3.10 MATRICES
3.11 STATISTICS
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4.0 THEORY
4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.1.1 Factor algebraic expressions.
4.1.2 Work out simple percentage, ratio and proportion problems.
4.1.3 Work out problems involving simple interest, compound interest,
depreciation and their applications.
4.2 INDICES AND LOGARITHMS

4.2.1 State the laws of indices.
4.2.2 State the laws and explain the theory of logarithms.
4.2.3 Solve simple logarithmic and exponential equations.
4.3 FUNCTIONS
4.3.1 Demonstrate the use of function notation.

4.3.2 Identify graphs of functions.
4.3.3 Find the inverse of simple algebraic functions
4.3.4 Form and solve practical algebraic equations.
4.3.5 Plot graphs from calculated values.
4.3.6 Solve quadratic equations graphically.
4.3.7 Determine linear laws from experimental data.
4.3.8 Form and solve the following type of equations.
(a) Linear and quadratic equations.
4.4 TRIGONOMETRICAL FUNCTIONS
To introduce students to trigonometry used to work out practical problems.
4.4.1 Define trigonometrical ratios of any magnitude.
4.4.2 Express trigonometrical ratios of any magnitude in terms of trigonometrical

ratios of acute angles.
4.4.3 Determine the solutions of triangles using the sine and cosine rules.
4.4.4 Plot graphs of sine, cosine and tangent functions
4.4.5 Derive and state the following trigonometric identities.
(a) cos2x + 2sin2x = 1

(b) 1 + tan2x = sec2x
(c) cot2x + 1 = cosec2x
4.4.6 Solve trigonometrical equations for a given unit of x.
4.4.7 State the compound angle formulae for sin (A B)1 cos (A B), fan (A
B).
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4.4.8 State the double angle formulae for sin 2A, cos 2A and tan 2A.
4.4.9 Solve trigonometric equations involving compound angle and double angle
formulae.
4.4.10 State the factor formula.
(a) cos P + cos Q

(b) cos P – cos Q
(c) sin P + sin Q
(d) sin P – sin Q
4.4.11 Apply the factor formulae in the solution of trigonometrical equations.
4.4.12 Solve practical trigonometrical problems including those on three

dimensions.
4.4.13 Convert degree to radius and radius to degree measure.
4.4.14 Work out problems involving area of a sector and length or an arc using
angles measured in radius.
4.4.15 Solve trigonometrical equations (e.g. x + cos x) graphically.
4.4.16 Define the inverse trigonometrical functions.
4.4.17 State the principal values for:
(a) arc sin

(b) arc cos x
(c) arc tan x
4.5 COORDINATE GEOMETRY I
4.5.1 Determine the gradient and equation of a straight line.
4.5.2 Determine the distance and mid-point between two points.
4.5.3 Determine the gradient of a straight line.
4.5.4 Determine the equation of a straight line stating it in:
(a) slope intercept form, i.e. y = mx + c

(b) intercept form, i.e. x +
(c) the general form, i.e. ax + by + c = 0
4.5.5 State the conditions for parallel lines and for perpendicular lines.
4.5.6 Determine the equation of a line parallel to a given.
4.5.7 Determine the equation of a line perpendicular to a given point.
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4.6 COORDINATE GEOMETRY II
4.6.1 Determine the angle between two straight lines.

4.6.2 Determine the distance of a point from a straight line.
4.6.3 Determine the equation (locus) of lines and curves meeting given conditions.
4.6.4 Transform the equation of a circle to determine the centre and radius.
4.6.5 Define polar coordinates.
4.6.6 Convert polar points and equations to Cartesian points and equations and
vice versa.
4.6.7 Define parametric equations with examples.
4.6.8 Convert simple parametric equations with examples.
4.6.9 Sketch the following curves:
(a) the parabola y2 = 4ax and x2 and x2 = 4ay.

(b) the ellipse
(c) y = log (logarithmic function)
(d) y = (exponential function)
4.7 MENSURATION
4.7.1 Calculate areas and volumes of various shapes

4.7.2 Calculate area of a triangle using:
(a) ½ base x perpendicular height
(b) ½ ab sin
(c) Heros formulae Ns(s-a)(s-b)(s-0)
Where
4.7.3 Calculate areas of other plane figures including the trapezium, parallelogram,
regular and irregular polygons.
4.7.4 Calculate the area of a circle, sector, segment and the length of an arc.
4.7.5 Calculate the surface areas and volumes of the cube, cylinder, pyramid, cone,
frustum (of a cone), and sphere.
4.8 DIFFERENTIATION
4.8.1 Use calculus as a tool to solve applied problems
4.8.2 Investigate limits and continuity of functions.
4.8.3 Define and illustrate gradient of a curve.
4.8.4 Differentiate simple algebraic expressions from first principles.
4.8.5 Differentiate algebraic functions of the form y = kxn.
4.8.6 Apply differentiation to determine the equation of tangents and normal a
given curve.
4.8.7 Differentiate the functions sin ax, cos ax and tan ax.
4.8.8 Differentiate algebraic and implicit functions using:
(a) chain rule

(b) the product rule
(c) the quotient rule
4.8.9 Apply differentiation to Velocity acceleration problems.
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4.8.10 Apply differentiation to determine the maximum and minimum values or a

curve and curve sketching.
4.9 INTEGRATION
4.9.1 Define integration of a gradient function.
4.9.2 Integrate algebraic functions to get:
(a) a general solution (indefinite integral)
(b) a particular solution
4.9.3 Work out definite integrals
4.9.4 Integrate the functions sin ax, cos as, tan as.
4.9.5 Work out practical problems involved differentiation and integration of
trigonometrical functions.
4.9.6 Integrate algebraic and trigonometrical functions by substitution.
4.9.7 Apply integration to velocity and acceleration problems.
4.9.8 Apply integration to determine areas and volume of revolution
4.9.9 Apply the following rules to calculate areas and volumes.
(a) Mid-ordinate rule

(b) Trapezoidal rule
(c) Simpson’s rule
4.10 MATRICES
4.10.1 Define second order matrices with examples.
4.10.2 Define and evaluate second order determinants.
4.10.3 Solve simultaneous equations in two unknown using determinants.
4.10.4 Define unit matrix.
4.10.5 Determine the inverse of a 2 x 2 matrix.
4.10.6 Linear simultaneous equation in two and three unknowns.
4.10.7 Solve simultaneous equations in two unknowns using matrices.
(if AX = B then X = A – 1B)
4.11 STATISTICS
4.11.1 Represent data in the form of graphs such as bar and pie charts, histograms
and frequency distribution curves.
4.11.2 Determine the measures of central tendency including the following:
(a) Arithmetic mean

(b) Median
(c) Mode
(d) Geometric mean
4.11.3 Draw the cumulative frequency curve and determine the median and quartile
values.
4.11.4 Determine the measures of variation.
(a) Inter-quartile range

(b) Quartile deviation
(c) Mean deviation
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(d) Standard deviation
5.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEMENT

WEIGHTING
Engineering A minimum of
Mathematics 3 hour paper 2 Assignments 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%
6.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID

1 Introduction 5%
2 Indices And Logarithms 5%
3 Functions 15%
4 Trigonometrical Functions 20%
5 Coordinate Geometry 1 5%
6 Coordinate Geometry II 10%
7 Mensuration 5%
8 Differentiation 10%
9 Integration 10%
10 Matrices 5%
11 Statistics 10%
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION TO SURVEYING
CODE: 312/18/S10
DURATION: 120 HOURS
1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to provide the student with the knowledge and application of
principles of surveying

2.1 apply principles of Surveying at the work place
2.2 apply various types of surveying techniques in construction field
2.3 demonstrate knowledge and understanding of taping
2.4 apply spirit level techniques in surveying
2.5 demonstrate knowledge and understanding of co-ordinate system
2.6 Determine positions of features on the earth’s surface
2.7 compute areas using various methods
7.0 TOPICS
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 ERRORS IN MEASUREMENTS
3.3 TAPING
3.4 LEVELLING
3.5 COORDINATE SYSTEMS
3.6 TRAVERSING
3.7 COMPUTATION OF AREAS
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4.0 CONTENT
4.1 INTRODUCTION
To enable a student to understand the various terms used in surveying and

appreciate fundamental principles of surveying
4.1.1 Define and classify the following

- Surveying
- Geodetic
- Plane
- Trigonometric
4.1.2 State the aims and objectives of the following types of surveying
- Topographical
- Engineering
- Cadastral
- Photogrammetric
- Hydrographic
- Mining
- GIS
4.1.3 State and define the methods used in surveying
- levelling
- triangulation
- traversing
- trilateration
- GNSS
4.1.4 Discuss the need for some form of map projections
4.1.5 Explain and interpret the use of the following scales
- legend
- scale bar
- representative fraction
4.1.6 Apply units of measurement and cover the following:

- Length - 1012 to1012m
- Area - mm2 to km2
- Volume - mm3 to m3
- Angles, Cape feet, English feet, Cape root
4.2 ERRORS IN MEASUREMENTS
4.2.1 Define the terms:

- True value
- Most probable value
- Error and correction
4.2.2 Distinguish between accuracy and precision.
4.2.3 Describe the following types of error:
- Gross
- Systematic
- Random
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4.3 TAPING
4.3.1 Identify the following pieces of equipment useful in taping and state their uses.
- Roller grip
- Spring balance
- Clinometers
- Ranging rods
- Marking arrows
- Optical square
4.3.2 Describe techniques useful in taping such as:

- Ranging
- Surface taping
- Catenary taping
- Taping slope lines
- Measurement of slope angles
- Dropping perpendiculars with tape only
- Overcoming obstacles to field ranging and taping
4.3.1 Define the following:
(a) Standardisation
(b) Calibration
4.3.2 Compute corrections to taped distance:
a) Temperature correction
b) Slope correction
c) Tension correction
d) Sag correction
e) Height above mean and sea level (MSL)
4.3.3 Use the tape physically in the field to:
- Measure given distances

- Set out simple, positions of buildings, structures or features on the
ground using the principle and technique of working from the whole to
the part.
4.4 SPIRIT LEVELLING

- Vertical line
- Horizontal line
- Level line
- Benchmark
- Datum plane
- Reduced level
- Town survey mark
- Ellipsoid
- Geoid
- Mean Sea Level
4.4.2 Describe and state the use of the testing of the following instruments:
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- Dumpy level
- Tilting Level
- Automatic level
- Levelling accessories
4.4.3 Discuss the temporary and permanent adjustments of the three types of levels
4.4.4 Explain the principle of spirit levelling, recording and reduction of observations
by:
- The rise and fall method

- The height of plane of collimation method as well as adjustment of such to
produce final reduced levels.
4.4.5 Use the level and accessory equipment observing:
- inverted staff readings
- reciprocal levelling
- setting out toes and levels.
4.4.6 Discuss sources of error in levelling and precautions to be taken to minimise

them.
4.4.7 Explain the concept of contouring using both direct and indirect methods and
setting out ingredients and the use of travellers and boning rods.
4.4.8 Analyse the effects of curvature and refraction in levelling.
4.4.9 Use levels in profiling and determination of earthwork volumes.
4.5 COORDINATE SYSTEMS
4.5.1 Describe the basic properties of coordinate systems.

- Geographical coordinate system
- Rectangular coordinates
- Gauss conformal coordinate system
- UTM
- WGS84 Coordinate System
4.5.3 Distinguish between the Gauss and UTM system of coordinates and
discuss in detail features peculiar to each.
4.5.4 Compute polars and joins using the standard layout of each.
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4.6 TRAVERSING
4.6.1 Define Traverse

4.6.2 Write brief notes on the following:
(a) Loop ( closed) traverse
(b) Open traverse
(c) Link traverse
(d) Ordinary traverse
(e) Precise traverse
4.6.3 Identify and describe the features of a prismatic compass.
- Magnetic North
- True North
- Grid North
- Magnetic dedication
- Isogonals/ isogons
- Variations
a) Irregular
b) Diurnal
c) Secular
d) Periodic
- Local attraction
4.6.5 Describe the procedure for carrying out compass traversing and precautions to
be taken in establishing observation points.
4.6.6 Reductions of observations and analysis of the results to ascertain the presence
of local attraction.
4.6.7 Adjust traverse using Bowditch’s methods.
4.7 COMPUTATION OF AREA
4.7.1 Identify the planimeter and :

- describe its parts
- State its use
- Use planimeter to physically measure areas of assigned shapes on plans
in maps.
4.7.2 Discuss formulae for computing areas on plans by rectangular equidistant

ordinates.
- mean ordinates
- trapezoidal rule
- simpson’s rule
- coordinates
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4.7.3 Derive formulae for computing cross sectional areas with:
- one level
- two level
- part in cut part in fill and apply such formulae in computing areas of
sections.
SUBJECT WRITTEN CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

EXAMINATION 60%
40%
INTRODUCTION 3 Hour paper A minimum of
TO SURVEYING 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practicals 20% 100%
312/18/S10 2 Tests 20%
TOPIC NO. INTRODUCTION WEIGHTING%
1 ERRORS IN MEASUREMENTS 5%
2 TAPING 15%
3 LEVELLING 15%
4 COORDINATE SYSTEMS 20%
5 TRAVERSING 20%
6 COMPUTATION OF AREAS 15%
TOTAL 100%
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SUBJECT NAME : NATIONAL STUDIES

CODE : 401/19/S01
DURATION : 80 Hours
1.0 PREAMBLE
The course is designed to develop a patriotic, informed, responsible and
accountable citizen who actively participates in sustainable nation building
and development regardless of Gender, HIV/AIDS Status or physically
challenged. The course will run for 80 hours (1 year) on both full-time and
part-time basis. The student will be assessed through field-based assignments,
continuous assessment and tests and final examination. It shall embrace
innovative heritage based education and training philosophy to solve national
problems and to produce goods and services for industrialization and
modernisation.
2.0 AIM
The subject is designed to cultivate values of patriotism, national identity,
national unity and commitment to sustainable national development.

By the end of the programme, the student should be able to:
3.1 Demonstrate patriotism.
3.2 Analyse the socio-economic and political structures of pre-colonial
societies in relation to the development of Zimbabwe.
3.3 Discuss the causes, prosecution and results of the First and Second
Chimurenga.
3.4 Evaluate post-colonial socio-economic and political development policies
put in place to correct colonial imbalances.
3.5 Examine Zimbabwe’s cultural elements and natural resources on
sustainable development of the economy.
3.6 Discuss the importance of regional and international relations to
Zimbabwe’s socio-economic and political development.
3.7 Explain the law-making process and the role of the constitution
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3.8 Exhibit an understanding of the legal framework in Zimbabwe.

3.9 Demonstrate an appreciation of the conflict transformation and
resolution styles.
4.0 TOPICS
▪ Civic education
▪ Culture and heritage
▪ Pre and colonial Zimbabwean history
▪ Post-colonial Zimbabwe
▪ Legal and parliamentary studies
▪ Regional and international relations
▪ Conflict transformation and resolutions
5.0 CONTENT
5.1 Civic education
5.1.1 Define civic education.
5.1.2 Outline the background to the introduction of National Studies.
5.1.3 Explain the importance of National Studies to the sustainable

development of Zimbabwe.
5.2 Culture and heritage
5.2.1 Define culture and heritage.
5.2.2 Explain the importance of cultural heritage elements of the Zimbabwean

people.
5.2.3 Demonstrate aspects of multicultural diversity and development amongst

Zimbabweans.
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5.2.4 Examine the importance of natural resources to the Zimbabwean

community.
5.2.5 Discuss the impact of the natural resources and heritage to the
5.3 Pre and colonial Zimbabwean history

5.3.1 Analyse pre-colonial societies’ socio-economic and political structures.
5.3.2 Diagnose the impact of pre-colonial systems and civilisation on
5.3.3 Compare and contrast pre-colonial societies and present-day societies.
5.3.4 Assess the various reasons for the colonisation of Zimbabwe.
5.3.5 Analyse the causes and the major events of the First Chimurenga and
Second Chimurenga.
5.3.6 Examine the results of the two struggles.
5.4 Post-Colonial Zimbabwe

5.4.1 Outline the socio-economic and political policies implemented by the
government of Zimbabwe since 1980.
5.4.2 Analyse the background and causes to the Third Chimurenga.
5.4.3 Examine the periodical holding and importance of elections in Zimbabwe
from 1980 to date.
5.5 Legal and Parliamentary Studies

5.5.1 Define law.
5.5.2 Explain the origins of law.
5.5.3 Analyse the law-making process in Zimbabwe.
5.5.4 Evaluate the three arms of the state.
5.5.1 Examine the provisions of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.
5.6 Regional and International Relations
5.6.1 Define regional and international relations.
5.6.2 Identify the 3C’s to International relations.
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5.6.3 Classify the functions of diplomatic missions.
5.6.4 Examine the role of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the countries

they operate in.
5.6.5 Assess Zimbabwe’s foreign policy.

5.6.6 Evaluate the impact of creditors on the development of Zimbabwe.
5.6.7 Analyse the importance of media to the development of Zimbabwe.
5.7 Conflict transformation and resolutions

5.7.1 Explain the various causes of conflict.
5.7.2 Analyse African traditional conflict resolution methods used during the
pre-colonial times.
5.7.3 Outline Conflict management and resolution styles.
5.7.4 Discuss the strategies for sustaining peace.
MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
EXAMINATION 40% CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT 60% 100%
1 3 hour written A minimum of

examination 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practical Assignments 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%
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7.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATIONS GRID
SECTION A: ZIMBABWE HISTORY AND CULTURE (40%)
Civic education, culture and heritage and Zimbabwe History.
SECTION B: LEGAL AND PARLIAMENTARY STUDIES (20%)
Law, origins and purposes, arms of the state and provisions of the
constitution of Zimbabwe.
SECTION C: REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (20%)
The nature of international relations, regional organisations, public

international organisation, global politics, Zimbabwe’s foreign policy
development, international economic relations, international capital
and Imperialism, the role and functions of the media
SECTION D: CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION AND RESOLUTIONS (20%)

Causes of conflict, African traditional conflict resolution methods,
conflict management and resolution styles, strategies for sustaining
peace.
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8.0 PAPER STRUCTURE
Students should answer any 5 from a total of 9 questions. Each question

carries 20 marks. Total 100 marks.
NUMBER OF WEIGHTING
QUESTIONS
Civic education, culture & heritage and 3 40%
Zimbabwe history
Law, origins and purposes, arms of the state and 2 20%
provisions of the constitution of Zimbabwe
The nature of international relations, regional 2 20%
organisations, public international organisations,
global politics, Zimbabwe’s foreign policy
development, international economic relations,
International capital and imperialism and the
role and functions of the media.
Causes of conflict, African traditional conflict 2 20%
resolution methods,
Conflict management and resolution styles,
strategies for sustaining peace.
TOTAL 9 100%
9.0 REFERENCES
1. Banerjee A. E. (2017), Poor Economics: A Radical Rethinking of the Way

to Fight Global Poverty
2. Beach D. N. (1986) War and Politics in Zimbabwe 1840-1900. Mambo

Press: Gweru
3. Bhebhe N. & Ranger O. (1995) Society in Zimbabwe’s Liberation War.

Volume2. University of Zimbabwe Publications: Harare
4. Booth, D. & Diana C. (2015) (latest edition) "From Good Governance to

Governance that Work." In: David Booth & Diana Cammack Governance
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for Development in Africa. Solving Collective Action Problems. London: Zed

Books, 25 pages.
5. Brett, E. A. (2017) (latest edition) Reconstructing Development Theory.

International inequality, institutional reform and social emanicipation.
London: Palgrave Macmillan, 80 pages. (also used in module 3)
6. Christie R. H. (1998). Business law in Zimbabwe. 2nd ed. Kenwyn: Juta:

Pretoria
7. Collier, P. (2016) The Bottom Billion: Why the Poorest Countries are
Failing and What Can Be Done About It
8. Conteh M. E. (2015) (latest edition) Collective political violence: An

introduction to the theories and cases of violent conflicts. New York:
Routledge, 200 pages.
9. Easterly, W. (2017) The Elusive Quest for Growth: Economists'

Adventures and Misadventures in the Tropics
10. Evans, P.B. (2018) (latest edition). "Constructing the 21st century
democratic development states: potentialities and pitfalls." In: Omano
Edigheji (eds.) Constructing a democratic developmental state in South
Africa: potentials and challenges. Cape Town, South Africa: HSRC Press,
26 pages.
11. Hisrich. R. D. and Peters M P (2012) Entrepreneurship Tatq McGraw Hill

New Delphi
12. Holt, D. T. (2007) Entrepreneurship Prentice Hall London
13. Jarskoy H. and Stevenson D. (2010) International labour organisation

start Your Business. ILO. Harare
14. Kenny, C. (2016) Getting Better: Why Global Development Is Succeeding-

And How We Can Improve the World Even More
15. Kriesberg, L. & Bruce D. (2013). Constructive Conflicts: From Escalation to

Resolution. Lanham: Rowman & Littlefield, 408 pages.
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16. Mallaby, S. (2017) The World's Banker: A Story of Failed States, Financial
Crises, and the Wealth and Poverty of Nations
17. Mandaza I. (1980) Zimbabwe: The Political Economy of Transition1980-

1986.Codesria Book Series: London
18. Marcouse, I, Gillspie, A, Martin, B Malcolm S. and Wall N. (2016)

Business studies 4th Ed Hodder Arnold. London
19. McGuckin F. (2010) Business for beginners: Step by Step to start your
new business East Leigh Management services. London
20. Mkandawire, T. (2016) (latest edition) "From maladjusted to democratic

development states in Africa." In: Omano Edigheji (eds.) Constructing a
democratic developmental state in South Africa: potentials and challenges
Cape Town, South Africa: HSRC Press, 25 pages.
21. Mudenge S. G. (2014), 3rd Edition, a Political History of Munhumutapa -

1400-1902. Zimbabwe Publishing House: Harare
22. Nabudere D. W. (1989) the Crash of International Finance Capital & Its
Implications for the 3rd World Countries. Sapes: Harare
23. Need Harm D. and Dransfield R. (2012) Advanced Business and Dexel
Oxford
24. Rodney W. (1981) How Europe Underdeveloped Africa. Revised edition.

Howard University Press: Washington
25. Rodrik, D. (2017) The Globalization Paradox: Democracy and the Future
of the World Economy
26. Stoner J.A.F; Freeman. R.E. and Gilbert.D.R.JR (2014) Management 6th
Edition Prentice Hall International Englenwood Cliffs. New Jersey.
27. Todaro M. P. (2014) Economic Development 7th Edition Addison Wersley:

London
28. Zimbabwe: Constitution of Zimbabwe amendment (no.20) Act 2013
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29. Zimmerer T. W. and Scaborough, N. M. (2010) Essentials of

Entrepreneurship and small business Management Prentice
Hall.NewDelhi
30. Zvobgo C. J. M. (1996) A History of Christian Missionaries in

Zimbabwe1890-1939. Mambo Press: Gweru
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SUBJECT NAME : ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

CODE : 402/19/S01
DURATION : 80Hours
1.0 PREAMBLE
The syllabus is designed to develop a culture of entrepreneurship among
students and equip them with knowledge to start and run sustainable business
enterprises regardless of Gender, HIV/AIDS Status or being physically
challenged. The syllabus will run for 80 hours (1 year) on both full-time and
part-time basis. The student will be assessed through field-based assignments,
continuous assessment and tests and final examination. It shall embrace
innovative heritage based education and training philosophy to solve national
problems and to produce goods and services for industrialization and
modernisation.
2.0 AIM
The syllabus is designed to develop a culture of responsible and sustainable
entrepreneurship in students, equipping them with knowledge, attitudes and
skills to run a business enterprise.

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:
3.1 Produce students with relevant knowledge, attitudes and skills to
run a small business.
3.2 Analyse the origins and causes of employment syndrome among
indigenous Zimbabweans.
3.3 Assess the need to create employment for self and others as a first
priority after graduation.
3.4 Generate a viable business plan.
3.5 Discuss the roles of management in a business.
3.6 Apply tips of customer care in a business environment.
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3.7 Explain the importance of costing and pricing in running a

business.
3.8 Describe the importance of record keeping and stock control in
business.
3.9 Produce a marketing plan for a business.
3.10 Examine various business growth strategies.
3.11 Discuss the importance of risk covers in entrepreneurship.
3.12 Analyse the various legal statutory provisions applicable to
business in Zimbabwe.
3.13 Discuss the importance of business ethics to an entrepreneur.
4.0 TOPICS
▪ Entrepreneurship.
▪ Business Environment in Zimbabwe.
▪ Human Resources Management.
▪ Business Management.
▪ Customer Care.
▪ Costing and Pricing.
▪ Recording Keeping and Stock Control.
▪ Marketing.
▪ Risk Management.
▪ Business Ethics and Social Responsibility.
5.0 CONTENT
5.1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP
5.1.1 Define entrepreneurship.
5.1.2 Discuss the various concepts of Entrepreneurship.
5.1.3 Analyse the various forms of Business Ownership.
5.1.4 Outline the procedures in the formation of various business forms.
5.1.5 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of each of the business form.
5.2 BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT IN ZIMBABWE
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5.2.1 Analyse the causes of the existence of the employment syndrome in

indigenous Zimbabweans.
5.2.2 Examine the history and culture of business ownership patterns in
Zimbabwe.
5.2.3 Discuss the macro and micro environment factors affecting
entrepreneurship in Zimbabwe.
5.2.4 State the importance of a business plan to a business.
5.2.5 Generate a business plan.
5.3 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

5.3.1 Define human resources management.
5.3.2 Explain the human resources management process.
5.3.3 Discuss the importance of human resources management to the
entrepreneur.
5.3.4 Outline theories of staff motivation in business.
5.4 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

5.4.1 Define business management.
5.4.2 Explain the roles of management in a business e.g. Planning Organising,
Leading and Controlling.
5.4.3 Discuss the importance of computers as a business management tool
(record keeping, stock control, accounts, and production control).
5.5 CUSTOMER CARE

5.5.1 Define customer care.
5.5.2 Discuss ten tips of customer care.
5.5.3 Explain benefits of customer care to an entrepreneur.
5.6 COSTING AND PRICING

5.6.1 Define various costing and pricing terms.
5.6.2 Explain the importance of costing to a business.
5.6.3 Analyse the costing processes of a product in a business.
5.6.4 Calculate prices of products.
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5.6.5 Describe pricing strategies.
5.7 RECORD KEEPING AND STOCK CONTROL

5.7.1 Define record keeping and stock control in business.
5.7.2 Describe the importance of record keeping and stock control.
5.7.3 Identify source business documents.
5.7.4 Explain the purpose of books of accounts (cash books, ledger, etc.)
5.7.5 Outline effective buying and stock control procedures.
5.8 MARKETING
5.8.1 Define marketing.
5.8.2 Devise a marketing plan for a business.
5.8.3 Discuss the marketing mix strategies.
5.8.4 Examine various business growth strategies.
5.9 RISK MANAGEMENT

5.9.1 Define risk management in business.
5.9.2 Discuss the importance of risk covers in entrepreneurship.
5.9.3 Explain the principles of risk management to a business.
5.9.4 Outline the steps involved in the risk management process.
5.9.5 Identify the various risk management strategies in business.
5.10 BUSINESS ETHICS AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

5.11 Define business ethics and social responsibility.
5.12 Explain the importance of business ethics to entrepreneurs.
5.13 Outline social responsibility principles.
5.14 Explain the importance of social responsibility to the entrepreneur.

MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
EXAMINATION 40% CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT 60% 100%
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1 3 hour written A minimum of

examination 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practical Assignments 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%
6.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATIONS GRID

Weighting 60% Coursework and 40% Examination (as per existing HEXCO
rules and regulations)
TOPIC % WEIGHTING
1 Entrepreneurship. 10
2 Business Environment in Zimbabwe. 10
3 Human Resources Management. 10
4 Business Management. 10
5 Customer Care. 10
6 Costing and Pricing. 10
8 Record Keeping and Stock Control. 10
7 Marketing. 10
9 Risk Management. 10
10 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility. 10
TOTAL 100%
7.0 PAPER STRUCTURE

Students should answer any 5 from a total of 9 questions. Each question
carries 20 marks. Total 100 marks.
NUMBER OF WEIGHTING
QUESTIONS
Entrepreneurship and business environment 2 20%
Human resources management, Business 2 20%

Ethics and Social Responsibility
Business management and risk management 2 20%
Marketing and customer care 1 20%

Costing and pricing, record keeping and stock 2 20%
control
TOTAL 9 100%
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8.0 REFERENCES
1. Hisrich. R. D. and Peters M. P. (2016) Entrepreneurship Tatq McGraw Hill
New Delphi
2. Holt, D T. (2017) Entrepreneurship Prentice Hall London
3. Jarskoy H. and Stevenson D. (2014) International labour organisation

start Your Business. ILO. Harare
4. Marcouse, I. (2016) Business studies 2nd Ed Hodder Arnold. London
5. McGuckin F. (2014) Business for beginners: Step by Step to start your

new business East Leigh Management services. London
6. Need Harm D and Dransfield R (2000) Advanced Business and Dexel

Oxford
7. Stoner J.A.F; Freeman. R.E. and Gilbert. D. R. JR. (2017) Management

6th Edition Prentice Hall International Englenwood Cliffs. New Jersey.
8. Zimmerer T. W. and Scaborough, N. M. (2015) Essentials of

Entrepreneurship and small business Management Prentice Hall. New
Delhi
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MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION, SCIENCE, INNOVATION

AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL (HEXCO)
QUALIFICATION STANDARD
FOR
ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
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SECTOR: CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
QUALIFICATION FOR ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
QUALIFICATION CODE: TBA
LEVEL: NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
DATE OF PROMULGATION: TBA
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Definition of Terms
Assessment A process of collecting evidence of a learner’s work to measure and make

judgements about the achievement or non-achievement of the specified
National Qualifications Framework standards or qualifications.
Certification Awarding of approved documentary evidence of a qualification.
Competences Critical relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes a learner requires in order
required in to achieve specified outcomes before assessment.
readiness for
assessment
Credit The value assigned to a unit completed or a value assigned to a unit

standard which reflects the relative time and effort required to complete
the outcomes.
Date of Date when standard and qualification have been approved, registered and
promulgation gazetted.
Duration The minimum notional hours required by a learner to attain all the
competences in a unit standard.
Element The smallest component of a unit with a meaningful outcome.
Generic skills Universal skills which apply to more than one occupation.
Level descriptor A specific indicator of competence level on the ZQF.
Occupation A group of related economically beneficial work activities performed by a

person.
Performance A statement of competence or achievement against which the attainment

criteria of outcomes is measured.
Qualification Formal award of recognition of the achievement of the required

competency and/or capability level of the Zimbabwe Qualifications
Framework as may be determined by the relevant bodies registered for
such purpose by the Authority.
Range statement The context or conditions within which a competence is performed and
assessed that include tools, equipment, materials and duration.
Review Date Date of revision of qualification standard as and when necessary but not
later than three years from date of issue.
Sector A section of the economy in which operators produce or provide similar

products or services.
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Standard Registered statement of desired education and training outcomes and their
assessment criteria.
Unit The smallest combination of work activities capable of being a full-time

economically beneficial occupation.
Unit Standard Registered statement(s) of desired education and training outcomes, their
associated assessment criteria together with administrative information as
specified.
ZQF National qualifications framework approved by the minister for

registration of national standards and qualifications.
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UNIT TITLES
NO. UNIT CREDITS

1 CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAUGHTING AND 18
DETAILING
2 CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT 7
3 ENGINEERING SURVEYING 29
4 STRUCTURE MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE 28
5 ADMINSTRATION 7
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SUMMARY OF STANDARD
UNIT UNIT TITLE CREDITS ELEMENTS

NO.
1 CIVIL 18 1.1 Prepare Sketch drawing
ENGINEERING 1.2 Detail drawing
DRAUGHTING AND 1.3 Dimension drawing
DETAILING 1.4 Prepare bar bending schedule
2 CONSTRUCTION 7 2.1 Mobilise resources

SITE 2.2 Manage health and safety
MANAGEMENT 2.3 Supervise works
2.4 Allocate resources
2.5 Control quality
2.6 Monitor site security
3 ENGINEERING 29 3.1 Identify reference points

SURVEYING 3.2 Conduct traverse to site
3.3 Check levels and site works
3.4 Carryout survey computations
4 STRUCTURE 28 4.1 Conduct periodic maintenance

MONITORING AND 4.2 Carryout routine maintenances
MAINTENANCE 4.3Perform emergency checks
4.4 Conduct regular inspections
4.5 Convene site meetings
5 ADMINSTRATION 7 4.1 Supervise general labourers

4.2 Conduct meetings
4.3 File documents
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UNIT 1
Unit Title CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAUGHTING AND DETAILING

Unit Code TBA
Level of Unit: National Certificate

Occupation: Assistant Civil Engineering Technician
Credits: 18
Dates of Promulgation TBA
Review Date: TBA
Aim
This unit will enable an individual to prepare standard civil engineering drawings
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Element 1.1. Prepare sketch drawing
Performance Criteria:
1.1.1 Sketch plan is produced

1.1.2 Appropriate equipment is selected
1.1.3 Appropriate scale selected
1.1.4 Sketch drawing is produced in line with sketch plan
Element 1.2 Detail drawing
1.2.1 Drawing scale is identified

1.2.2 Number of bars is determined
1.2.3 Size of bars established
1.2.4 Reinforcement bars drawn
1.2.5 Sections produced according to plan
1.2.6 Bar sizes are labelled on drawing
1.2.7 Notes attached on drawing
Element 1.3 Dimension drawing
1.3.1 Appropriate line weight is selected

1.3.2 Appropriate dimensioning style is selected
1.3.3 Colours are plied on drawing
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1.3.4 Finished drawing is printed and submitted to superiors
Element 1.4 Prepare bar bending schedule
1.4.1 List of requirement materials is compiled

1.4.2 Quantities of required reinforcement is calculated
1.4.3 Shape of reinforcement is established
COMPETENCES REQUIRED IN READINESS FOR ASSESSMENT.
Technical drawing/graphics
Mathematics
Calculations
GENERIC SKILLS
Communication
Research
Planning
Supervision
Entrepreneurship
Organizing
Computer literacy
Time management
Leadership
Analytical
RANGE STATEMENT:
Tools and equipment
Civil engineering hand books and code

Set square
Compass
T square
Computers
Calculators
Relevant softwares
Civil engineering statutes
Materials
Stationery
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Duration:
180 hours
ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION:
In order to gain credits for this unit standard, a candidate must be assessed and demonstrate
competency in all the elements and performance criteria of this unit standard.
Assessment will be conducted by accredited assessors. The results of the assessment will be
submitted to ZIMEQA. A candidate can apply to ZIMEQA for documentary evidence of their
achievements.
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UNIT 2
Unit Title Construction Site Management

Unit Code TBA

Credits: 7
Review Date: TBA
Aim
This unit will enable an individual to construct a sound proposed structure through monitoring
and quality controlling.
Element 2.1 Mobilise construction resources
2.1.1 Site office is established

2.1.2 Delivered materials are checked on site
2.1.3 Delivered plant equipment is checked
2.1.4 Personnel register is marked
2.1.5 Drawings are kept on site
Element 2.2 Manage health and safety
2.1.1 Temporary ablutions facilities established

2.1.2 Provision of clean and safe water monitored
2.1.3 Adherence to safety clothing monitored
2.1.4 Sign posts placed on strategic points
Elements 2.3 Supervise works
2.3.1 Setting-out is checked in line with specifications
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2.3.2 Programme of work and site instructions adhered to

2.3.3 Site registers are marked
2.3.4 Variations attended to in within stipulated timeframes
Elements 2.4 Allocate resources
2.4.1 Resource allocation sheet is verified

2.4.2 Plant and equipment logsheet is recorded
2.4.3 Manpower registers are marked
2.4.4 Resources assigned to relevant activities
Elements 2.5 Control quality
2.5.1 Tested plant and equipment is checked

2.5.2 Supplier quality assurance certificate is checked
2.5.3 Concrete test results are verified
2.5.4 Compaction test is conducted
2.5.5 Compaction samples are collected
2.5.6 Workmanship is monitored
Elements 2.6 Monitor site security
2.6.1 Hoardings are established

2.6.2 Barricades are placed on strategic points
2.6.3 Fencing points are established
Drawing interpretation
Concrete testing
Compaction testing
Cube testing
Destructive testing
Water testing
Civil statutes
Waste management disposal
Quality assurance
Budgeting
Human resources planning
Health and safety management
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GENERIC SKILLS
Communication
Research
Planning
Supervision
Entrepreneurship
Organizing
Computer literacy
Time management
Leadership
Analytical
RANGE STATEMENT:
Tools and equipment
Scales
Measuring wheels
Tape measures
Surveying equipment
Global positioning systems
Engineering codes
Civil engineering handbooks and codes
Total station
Dumpy levels
Relevant softwares
Vehicle
Telephone
Materials
Stationery
Duration: 70 hours
achievements.
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UNIT 3
Unit Title Engineering Survey
Unit Code TBA

Credits: 29
Review Date: TBA
Aim
This unit will enable an individual to carryout engineering survey works on civil engineering
projects.
Element 3.1 Identify reference points
3.1.1 Site identified on base map

3.1.2 Town survey marks (TSM)/trigonometric beacons are identified on base map
3.1.3 Survey stations are established
3.1.4 Benchmarks are established
Element 3.2 Conduct traverse to site
3.2.1 Relevant equipment is identified

3.2.2 Starting point is selected
3.2.3 Traverse is executed as per normal surveying procedure
3.2.4 Raw data is recorded
Element 3.3 Check levels and site works
3.3.1 Relevant equipment is identified

3.3.2 Appropriate method of operation is selected
3.3.3 Bench marks are identified
3.3.4 Levelling procedure is performed
3.3.5 Site setting-out is checked
3.3.6 Raw data is recorded
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Element 3.4 Carryout survey computations
3.4.1 Trigonometric data ad TSM sources books identified

3.4.2 Relevant beacons and TSM selected
3.4.3 Coordinates are established
3.4.4 Raw data is processed
3.4.5 Final value is computed
Knowledge of theodolites
Mathematics
Levelling
Ability to use scales
Knowledge of surveying instruments
Basic first aid
GENERIC SKILLS
Communication
Research
Planning
Supervision
Entrepreneurship
Organizing
Computer literacy
Time management
Leadership
Analytical
RANGE STATEMENT:
Tools and equipment
Relevant software
Surveying equipment
Theodolite
Computers and accessories
Drawing board
Vehicle
Protective clothing
First aid kit
Specialized calculators
Materials
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Stationery
Drawing pens
Concrete aggregates
Sepia papers
Duration:
290 hours
achievements.
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UNIT 4
Unit Title Structure monitoring and maintenance
Unit Code TBA

Credits: 28
Review Date: TBA
Aim
This unit will enable an individual to assess and restore structures to their original construction
standard.
Element 4.1 Conduct Periodic maintenance
4.1.1 Maintenance parameters are established

4.1.2 Maintenance team list is compiled
4.1.3 Budget is produced
4.1.4 Periodic timeframe are stated in line with objectives
4.1.5 Check list of activities is generated
4.1.6 Plant and equipment is harnessed for use
4.1.7 Maintenance is carried out
4.1.8 Foot notes recorded
Element 4.2 Carryout routine maintenance
4.2.1 Condition survey analysis performed

4.2.2 Faulty equipment identified
4.2.3 Intervention measure recommended
4.2.4 Maintenance done in line with recommended interventions
Element 4.3 Perform emergency checks
4.3.1 Damage is assessed

4.3.2 Team to carry out the checks is established
4.3.3 Equipment for use is identified
4.3.4 Condition survey is carried out
4.3.5 Emergency checks findings are recorded
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Element 4.4 Conduct regular inspections
4.4.1 Relevant drawings used during inspections are collected

4.4.2 Instructions given by superiors are adhered to by workforce on-site
4.4.3 Workmanship is checked in line with specified standards
4.4.4 Variation orders are attended to
4.4.5 Programme of works followed in line with stipulated timeframes
Budgeting
Drawing interpretation
Surveying
Costing
Types of plant and equipment
Disaster management
Standards operating procedures
GENERIC SKILLS
Communication
Research
Planning
Supervision
Entrepreneurship
Organizing
Computer literacy
Time management
Leadership
Analytical
RANGE STATEMENT:
Tools and equipment
Relevant software
Surveying equipment
Theodolite
Computers and accessories
Drawing board
Vehicle
Protective clothing
First aid kit
Specialized calculators
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Materials
Stationery
Survey books
Duration:
280 hours
achievements.
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UNIT 5
Unit Title Administration
Unit Code TBA

Credits: 7
Review Date: TBA
Aim
This unit will enable an individual to manage site resources.
Element 5.1 Supervise general laborers
5.1.1 Workplan schedule is generated

5.1.2 Tool box talk carried out
5.1.3 Duties assigned to subordinates
5.1.4 Work target are set
5.1.5 Resources allocated in line with assigned duties
5.1.6 Subordinates performance is monitored
5.1.7 Outstanding performance is rewarded
5.1.8 Training and counselling is recommended to poor performers
Element 5.2 Conduct meetings
5.2.1 Notices and agendas are circulated to subordinates

5.2.2 Meetings are held as scheduled
5.2.3 Minutes of meetings are produced
5.2.4 Minutes are filed for future reference
Element 5.3 File documents
5.3.1 Files are opened and labelled

5.3.2 Documents are stored using appropriate filing methods and storage devices
5.3.2 Documents are retrieved without delay when need arises
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Human relations
Performance appraisal
Records management
Minutes taking
Report writing
Training
Counselling
Time management
Calculations
Basic accounting
GENERIC SKILLS
Communication
Research
Planning
Supervision
Entrepreneurship
Organizing
Computer literacy
Time management
Leadership
Analytical
RANGE STATEMENT:
Tools and equipment
Computer and accessories

Labour statutes
Codes of conducts
CC TV
Materials
Stationery
Duration:
70 hours
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achievements.
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MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION, CODE
INNOVATION,SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
DEVELOPMENT
SKILLS PROFICIENCY SCHEDULE
INDUSTRY: CIVIL ENGINEERING TRADE/OCCUPATION:ASSISTANT CIVIL CLASS/LEVEL:NC
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
DUTY A: CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAUGHTING
Pre-requisites: Approval Date: Review Date:
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY INDICATORS RELATED WORKPLACE

KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
A1: Conduct site i. Identify the relevant maps • Relevant maps selected o Engineering o Communication
visit mathematics
ii. Locate the site • Site is marked on the map o Drawing
o Engineering
iii. Liaise with stakeholders • Site visit register completed drawing
Intepretation
iv. Locate boundary pegs • Boundary pegs identified o Construction o Computers

materials
v. Produce site visit report • Site visit report documented
o Estimations
o Communication
skills o Measuring
A2. Produce i. Select appropriate tools • Appropriate tools are selected
drawing o Geology
• Line weights defined o Organizing
ii. Assign line weight
o Engineering
• Sketch drawn
iii. Sketch drawing • Scale indicated on drawing survey o Planning
iv. Define scale • Bending schedule and detailed o Technical o Analytical

drawings produced according to communication
v. Detail drawing bylaws o Numeracy
o Computer aided
vi. Dimension drawing • Drawing hardcopies produced design
vii. Print drawing o Civil engineering

statutory
instruments
A3: Check drawings i. Identify site plan •
o Quality assurance
ii. Check dimensions
iii. Check scale
iv. Check elevations
v. Identify drawing number
vi. Check reinforcement
vii. Check line weights
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:
Drawing board
Drawing set
scales
Engineering codes/manuals
Relevant software
Measuring equipment
Computers
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO THIS DUTY:
Personal protective clothing (PPE)

Workplace safety rules and regulations
Environmental regulations
First aid kit
Safety signs
Environmental protection agency regulations and occupational safety and health administration
Understand common safety hazards in civil engineering
Hazardous material and waste control
Fire fighting
Waste Management Regulations
SPECIFIC WORKER TRAITS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:

Responsible Team player
Hardworking Go-getter
Time conscious Positive attitude
Clean Honesty
Organized Loyal
Professional devotion Disciplined
Reliable Adaptability
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INNOVATION, SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY

DEVELOPMENT
INDUSTRY: CIVIL ENGINEERING TRADE/OCCUPATION: ASSISTANT CIVIL CLASS/LEVEL:NC
DUTY B: Material testing
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY INDICATORS RELATEDKNOWLEDGE WORKPLACE

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
B1: Collect sample i. Identify type of sample to be collected • Sample labelled o Geology o Communication
ii. Interpret sample collection Standard • Sample collection Standard o Engineering o Computers
Operating Procedures Operating procedures mathematics
o Measuring
iii. Apply appropriate sample collection • Sampled collected o Soil mechanics
method
• Sample transported o Technical o Organizing
iv. Label the samples appropriately communication
o Planning
v. Handle samples properly according to type o Material standards
of sample o Analytical
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B3: Prepare reagents i. Identify suitable method of analysis • Reagent preparation form/book o Numeracy
completed
ii. Identify the types of reagents needed
• Prepared reagents labelled and
iii. Select the tools and equipment to be used
stored appropriately
iv. Measure the quantities of reagents or
• Reagent validation forms are
components required accurately
completed
v. Mix/combine/reconstitute the
reagent/components according to SOP
vi. Validate the prepared reagent
vii. Label and store the reagent.
B3: Analyse sample i. Test sample • Appropriate test method

conducted according to Standard
ii. Compute data
Operation Procedures
iii. Interpret results
• Test record sheet completed
• Sample analysis report produced
Sieves Shovels, picks

Concrete crusher Wheel barrow
Soil testing equipment Computers
Measuring equipment Computer software and packages
Material testing equipment Measuring equipment
Softwares and packages Manuals
102

First aid kit
Safety signs
Fire fighting

Clean Honesty
Organized Loyal
103
INNOVATION,SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
DEVELOPMENT
DUTY C: SURVEYING
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY INDICATORS WORKPLACE

RELATEDKNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
C1 Establish control i. Select relevant tools • Relevant tools identified o Engineering o Analytical
points mathematics
ii. Acquire relevant survey drawings • Drawing issue register signed o Communication
o Draughting
iii. Interpret drawing • Coordinates identified
o Computers
o Geology
iv. Establish pegs • Pegs identified
o Engineering o Measuring
C2. Set out pegs i. Select appropriate tools • Appropriate tools identified survey
o Organizing
ii. Transfer dimensions from drawing to • Survey line defined according to o Technical
the ground working drawing communication o Planning
• Peg positions marked o

iii. Mark peg positions
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iv. Fix pegs on positions • Peg fixed on site o Supervision
C 3 :Establish levels i. Select reference point • Reference point marked
ii. Select appropriate surveying method • Survey method noted
iii. Execute survey • Profiles established
iv. Record raw data • Survey sheets compiled
v. Compute data • Levels sheet produced
C 4:Verify levels i. Identify reference point • Reference point marked
ii. Take levels • Survey sheet produced
iii. Analyse levels • Observation report produced

Survey kit Computer software and packages
Plotters and printers communication equipment
Pegs hammers
Machetes drawing equipment
Shovels, picks computer software and packages
Building linedscientific calculators measuring equipment
Drawing sets
105

First aid kit
Safety signs
Fire fighting

Clean Honesty
Organized Loyal
106

DEVELOPMENT
DUTY D: SITE MANAGEMENT

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
D1 :Supervise works i. Allocate resources • Issue sheets produced o Construction o Interpretation
technology of drawings
ii. Assign duties • Timesheets compiled
o Engineering survey
iii. Monitor duty execution • Work target sheets produced o Communication
o Technical
D2:Manage SHEQ i. Request protective clothing • Requisition form completed communication o Drawing
issues
ii. Conduct occupational health • Induction attendance register o SHEQ o Computers
inductions completed
o Project
o Quality control
iii. Perform SHEQ inspections • SHEQ inspection report compiled management
• Awareness campaign register o Construction o Measuring

iv. Facilitate awareness campaigns
compiled materials
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D 3 :Manage i. Monitor quantities of material • Issue registers produced o Water and sewer o Estimations
resources reticulation
ii. Facilitate servicing of equipment • Equipment servicing logsheets o Organizing
produced o Construction
iii. Request for resources economics o Planning
• Requisition forms submitted
• o Analytical
o Numeracy
o Supervision
Survey equipment Steel benching equipment

Scaffold Formwork
Shovels, picks Surveying equipment
Wheel barrow
Concrete mixers Vibrators
Front-end loader Soil testing equipment
Dumber trucks Graders, excavators
Pumps Bulldozers,
Computers Compactors
Measuring equipment Vehicles
printers Communication equipment
Building equipment Stationary
Computer software and packages Material testing equipment
Water bowsers and pumps
108

First aid kit
Safety signs
Fire fighting

Clean Honesty
Organized Loyal
109

DEVELOPMENT
DUTY E: MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE OF STRUCTURES

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
E1: Convene site i. Invite stakeholders • Attendance register compiled o Engineering o Analytical
meetings mathematics
ii. Disseminate information • Information conveyed to o Communication
subordinates o Draughting
iii. Produce report o Computers
• Meeting report compiled o Engineering survey
E2: Conduct i. Collect inspection form • Inspection form completed o Technical o Measuring
inspection communication
ii. Carry out condition survey • Deformation noted o Organizing
o Geology
iii. Set up machine • Readings booked o Planning
iv. Compute results • Survey sheet completed

o Supervision
v. Compare readings with previous • Differences noted
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report • Inspection report compiled
vi. Produce inspection report
E3:Carryout i. Carry out condition survey • Survey sheet completed

mantainance
ii. Prepare material schedule • Material schedule sheet compiled
iii. Repair defects • Status of structure restored
• Completion certificate issued
Survey equipment Steel benching equipment

Scaffold Formwork
Shovels, picks Surveying equipment
Wheel barrow
Concrete mixers Vibrators
Front-end loader Soil testing equipment
Dumber trucks Graders, excavators
Pumps Bulldozers,
Computers Compactors
Measuring equipment Vehicles
printers Communication equipment
Building equipment Stationary
Computer software and packages Material testing equipment
Water bowsers and pumps
111

First aid kit
Safety signs
Fire fighting

Clean Honesty
Organized Loyal
112

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ZIMBABWE

MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION, INNOVATION, SCIENCE

HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL

REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS FOR THE

Course Code: 313/18/TN/0

1. Ministry of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing 2018

2. Zimbabwe Builders Contractors Association (ZBCA) 2018

3. Construction Industry Federation of Zimbabwe (CIFOZ) 2018

4. University of Zimbabwe (Faculties of Agriculture and Engineering) 2018

5. Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) 2018

6. Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development 2018

7. National University of Science and Technology (NUST) 2018

8. Ministry of Agriculture, Environment, Water and Climate 2018

9. Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers (ZIE) 2018

10. Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) 2018

1. TITLE AND LEVEL OF AWARD

National Certificate in Civil Engineering

By the end of the course, the learner should be able to:

3.1 produce Civil Engineering drawings

SUBJECT CODE DURATION IN

5 Introduction to Civil Engineering Computer 313/18/S11 80

The duration of the National Certificate in Civil Engineering shall be 1328

The mode of study shall be:

• Full time 1328 hours

Introduction to Civil 4 hour paper A minimum of 100%

10.0 CONDITIONS OF AWARD

10.3 The pass mark shall be 50 %.

10.4 Candidates should pass all subjects.

11.1 Re-write(s) should conform to current course structure.

11.4 There is no time limit for which to re-write a failed examination.

11.5 There is no aggregation for re-writes.

11.6 All re-writes should pass on performance in the examination.

11.7 If a candidate fails coursework he/she repeats the subject

13.0 IRREGULAR PRACTICES

13.2 Plagiarisms in any of the assessments will result in automatic disqualification in

14.1 Lecturer Qualifications.

Minimum requirements: National Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent

14.2 Laboratory Technicians

Minimum of National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

14.3 Tools and Equipment (see Appendix I)

14.4 Suggested Textbooks (see Appendix II)

15. BASIC TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT – (for a class of 12 students)

Soils Mechanics Laboratory Equipment (Soil Preparation)

A series of nested sieves – 19mm; 9.5mm 12

Equipment for Surveying

Theodolites: T1, T16, T2 (or equivalent) 6

Equipment for Civil Engineering Drawing 12

Equipment for Civil Engineering Construction

Computer Hardware and Software 12

NB* Civil Engineering Materials and Laboratory

16. SUGGESTED REFERENCES

SUBJECT : CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION

SUBJECT CODE : 313/18/S09

DURATION : 120 HOURS

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

3.1 demonstrate an understanding of preliminary site works

4.1 PRELIMINARY SITE WORKS

4.2 ECAVATIONS AND FOUNDATION DETAILS

4.3 TEMPORARY WORKS

4.4 WALLING AND CLADDING

4.6 ROOF STRUCTURES

4.7 FLOOR CONSTRUCTION

4.8 FRAMED CONSTRUCTION