CIV E 789 - Advanced Topics in Civil Engineering

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

ENGG 160 - Introduction to Engineering Design, Communication, and Profession

2 units (fi 5)(EITH/SP/SU, 1-0-2)

Fundamental design process and theory in a multidisciplinary context. Importance, in engineering design, of communications; team work; the engineering disciplines, career fields; professional responsibilities of the engineer including elements of ethics, equity, concepts of sustainable development and environmental stewardship, public and worker safety and health considerations including the context of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act. Corequisite ENGL 199. This course is delivered in a blended format.

ENGG 404 - Engineering Safety and Risk Management-Leadership in Risk Management

3 units (fi 8)(EITH/SP/SU, 3-3S/2-0)

Basic concepts of risk and consequences of loss incidents; risk management principles and practices; incident investigation, causation, root cause analysis; process safety management; the roles of government agencies, professional bodies and industry associations; workplace safety; risk-based decision-making processes; leadership and the human-factors side of risk management. The course focuses on the principles and practices of leadership towards the effective application and implementation of risk management in major organizations across all engineering disciplines. Industry virtual tours, case studies, seminars and team projects specific to the student's engineering program will be used to develop competencies and proficiencies in applying leadership and organizational effectiveness for successful risk management.