Civil Engineering CDR Sample (ANZSCO Code: 233211)

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CDR Sample for
Civil Engineering
Discipline
ANZSCO Code: 233211

Sample CPD for Civil Engineer
CPD Plan
Learning Classification/Type Objective
Start
Date Time Scale
Efficient project
Management
Company in-house
training (3 x one-
day training
courses)
To understand the
principles of
setting up and
running a
successful project
using the
company's
approve project
management
systems Jan-12 3 months
BIM - what it is and the
effect it will have on the
industry
External
Workshop, self
reading, and web
forums
To understand the
current initiatives
with regard to BIM
and what it is. To
be able to
translate this into
what it means for
our company and
how the survey
department can
develop enhanced
BIM services for
clients Mar-12 9 months
Macros & Visual Basic
programming Self Learning
To learn and
understand
enough visual
basic programming
to be able to
develop Excel
Macros for survey
computations. Jan-12 Ongoing
CPD Log
Date
Duration /
CPD Points
Classification /
Type / Activity Objective
Learning / Outcome /
Benefits
Tuesday,
January
10, 2012 1 day (5)
In-house training
course
Part 1 of 3 day
Project
Management
Basics of Project
Management, Project
Start-up

training course Where to find all PM
templates
Tuesday,
February
14, 2012 1 day (5)
In-house training
course
Part 2 of 3 day
Project
Management
training course
The management and
control of time, cost,
quality, scope, benefits
& risk
Friday,
March
02, 2012 1 hour (1)
ICES Magazine -
Reading
Understanding of
BIM
How BIM is important
to the construction
industry and how the
government is
promoting this
initiative. Direction to
further reading.
Tuesday,
March
13, 2012
evening
meeting (2)
ICES SE Region
Meeting -
Presentation on
BIM
How BIM affects
civil engineering
surveyors
The use of BIM, how it
will be specified on
future government
projects. BIM
technologies
Thursday,
March
29, 2012 1 day (5)
In-house training
course
Part 3 of 3 day
Project
Management
training course
Use of Project controls,
earned value
management, lessons
learnt, project
reporting
Saturday,
April 28,
2012 3 hours (3)
Self learning - on-
line web tutorial
and practical
session
1 hour tutorial
followed by 2
hours
development of a
visual basic
programme
Improved VB
programming skills and
developed a Macro to
calculate the reduction
and adjustment of a
traverse using the
Bowditch method and
format the outputs. Can
now use this on site
work.
Thursday,
May 17,
2012
2.5 hours
(2)
Mentoring junior
staff
1.5 hour
preparation and 1
hour lunch-box
presentation on
CPD activities and
records
3 junior staff now have
clear understanding of
the importance of CPD
Records. Also improved
my presentation skills
and knowledge of
PowerPoint.

Sample Career Episode for Civil Engineer
(a) Introduction
CE1.1
At the time when this career episode happened, I was involved in the construction of Building
XXX located at XXX (Address of Company) in Delhi, India as a Structural Design Engineer
(Designation) for XXX (Company Name). The head office had commissioned our office to
complete several complicated elements of the structure. I was particularly endowed with the
responsibility of designing a complex suspended ground floor slab in detail. I undertook the
project in September 2014 and it was to be completed by November 2016 (Duration of the
Project).
(b) Background
CE1.2 (Introduction about the Company/ Organization)
“Company” was established in 20** by Mr. XXX who was a Civil Engineer with over two decades
of experience in the field. The company has successfully built several residential and
commercial societies and architectural projects, including the Commonwealth Games Village in
New Delhi and IIT Ropar. The “Company” is founding member of Indian Green Building Council
and is one of the pioneers of 'Green Building' technology in India. It was both the owner and
contractor of the XXX project. The project was about Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) of
high-density low-income East Delhi, and I was involved in completing an apartment building
which was planned to have 30 storeys with 4 basement floors. The construction area of the
building was 12,000 m2 (Introduction about Project).
CE1.3 (Job Description)
My key responsibilities and the role I played in the project were:
 Analysis of structural systems for loads (static as well as dynamic),
 Assessment of present and future patterns of flow of traffic and make required changes
in line with the specified standards,
 Design structures that are sturdy and do not bend, twist, vibrate or collapse easily,
 Ensure supply of concrete, steel and other materials in adequate amount,
 Interpret drawing plans, specifications, construction methods, and procedures
appropriately and use them,

 Measure, define value, and negotiate variations in building designs,
 Monitor design changes and assess their effects on costs,
 Responsible for construction of structures according to contractual requirements,
design requirements as well as specified standards, and
 Supervise all structural works and submit all the related reports to the Project Manager.
CE1.4 (Organogram/ Organizational Hierarchy)
Below you can see the organizational structure for the engineering project at the time:
(c) Personal Engineering Activity
CE1.5

Once the Chief Project Engineer briefed me about the project, I was assigned the task to break
down the entire floor into different design-able elements such as slabs, transfer beams, and
bands. I used the RAPT computer program (software I used) to make a detailed design of about
forty elements that I had identified. This included measuring and uploading their span,
dimensions, and loading into the program to come up with models that are practical, accurate,
and flexible enough to incorporate changes in the future.
CE1.6
When I re-assessed the specified design criteria, I realised that the reinforcement cover I had
used did not satisfy the durability and fire resistance requirements (Issue faced). However, it
was comparatively easier to change the covers and modify designs as each design element was
already part of the computer model I had made earlier. To ensure that others understood the
design as well, I documented everything and ordered the computer output and the calculations
in a lever arch file. This included the assumptions I made and the summary pages.
CE1.7 (Designing Jobs/ Tasks)
I maintained all the documentation through the designing process (Designing Component),
including computations and reinforcement drawings. I arranged the calculations (that ran in
about 1000 pages) based on the site grid system. Each element that was designed had a RAPT
output sorted in this system – along with their summary pages of inputs and conclusions. In the
beginning of the documentation, I added design concepts and philosophies used in the project
and outlined the content pages clearly. The documentation included all the verification
documents and superseded computations too.
CE1.8 (Designing Parts, Issue n Solution)
As expected from me, I considered various design possibilities for the building I was responsible
for. In one particular possibility, I found that retaining walls was the best answer to cover the
height difference between the external ground level and the internal slab finished level.
Retaining walls were more cost effective than the fill that would be needed to import to raise
the external ground level. So, I introduced concrete ramps and steps to the entrance, and made
sure that the concrete design I undertook satisfy the Australian standards AS 3600 (important
to mention standards used).
I also noticed while checking drawings that some area of the added mezzanine floor was being
used jut for structural framing and could potentially be used as extra storage space. I
performed design checks for a storage imposed load on related structural elements to avoid
any potential risks before making final designs.

CE1.9 (Job Tasks, Independent working, issue faced and solution)
Since I was the one responsible for drawing and updating the reinforcement drawings, I
produced a sample markup first and got it checked by the Chief Project Engineer and the clients
to ensure that its format is acceptable and can be used for rest of the drawings. Once the
sample markup was issued, the Chief Project Engineer went on a long vacation that extended to
several weeks. Hence, I had to manage the production of rest f the drawings with minimal
supervision. I drew up all the detailed reinforcement plans according to the original design
computations I had done earlier, allowing me to check and verify my computations as I went
about completing and updating my drawings.
CE1.10 (Issue while performing tasks and solutions provided)
When we re-issue altered drawings, we had to show them as a revision with copies of relevant
calculations to show the reason why the revision was needed. Since my workload was light at
the time, I pushed the drawings ahead and had my first revision ready before time. In the
middle of the process, the client advised us to issue the pile-capping drawings earlier than the
due date. Hence, I diverted my time and resources to complete the task by the pre-poned
deadline (Issue and solution). I was able to prepare the key documentation by the new
deadline, and added the supporting section drawings to it a few days later.
CE1.11 (Issue and Solution)
The client was uneasy that the deflection of the suspended ground floor slab under load would
prove to be disastrous for the building. I discussed my computer model results with him and
showed him that some design-case deflections were acceptable and safe. I also showed him
how modifying the design to make way for less deflection would added to the construction
costs considerably.
CE1.12 (Issues faced and solutions provided)
Another engineer did independent verification of the ground floor structure I designed. I then
went through his review and addressed all the issues raised successfully – making changes to
my design plan wherever necessary. I was also given the task of responding to the queries the
head office sent to our Chief Project Engineer based on their reviews. The design review was
then shared with the client who advised whether the design brief had been met or not.
CE1.13 (Involvement in OHS, Planning, Approvals, Communication, etc.)
Apart from making and modifying designs, I was always involved with planning health and
safety considerations during and after the construction work, obtain appropriate approvals, and
communicate them effectively to various stakeholders. A couple of months ago, I visited Delhi

on a holiday and contacted the head office to send me on a site visit to the project with one of
their engineers. I saw that much of my design is still being worked upon. I discussed my designs
with the site engineer and learnt about his views on how things could have been done better.
(d) Summary
CE1.14 (outcomes/ professional benefits achieved: practical knowledge, project management,
management, analysis, design, communication skills, engineering, building construction,
appreciation and recognition)
This episode is from my first job where I gained hands-on experience of working as a qualified
Civil or Structural Engineer. I learnt about the practical application of various aspects of the job
such as how to read a project, how to deal with workers and lead them effectively, do price
analysis, handle purchase of material, do the designing work, and communicate with people. I
also gained knowledge about other related fields such as project management – which helped
me in my growth as a Civil Engineer. I learnt a lot and gained new skills during my time with the
“company” and I think I was quite fortunate to have led such a big project at such an early stage
of my career. I particularly felt very honoured when my manager praised me and recognised me
for the role I played in the completion of the project.
Sample Summary Statement for Civil Engineer
Competency Element
A brief summary of how you have
applied the element
Paragraph in the
career episode(s)
where the element is
addressed
PE1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
PE1.1 Comprehensive,
theory-based
understanding of the
underpinning natural
and physical sciences
and the engineering
fundamentals
applicable to the
I had successfully concluded
engineering objectives assigned to
me by my superiors, which clearly
demonstrated my fundamental
knowledge on the theories behind
physical sciences and engineering
fundamentals.
CE1.22-CE1.23,
CE2.20-CE2.21,
CE3.22-CE3.23

engineering discipline
PE1.2 Conceptual
understanding of the
mathematics, numerical
analysis, statistics and
computer and
information sciences
which underpin the
I performed mathematical
computations and numerical analysis
for my projects.
CE1.6, CE1.8, CE1.21,
CE2.5, CE2.16 –
CE2.17, CE2.19, CE3.5,
CE3.21
PE1.3 In-depth
understanding of
specialist bodies of
knowledge within the
I used my knowledge in concrete
engineering for project XXX in
“Company”.
I designed the insulation for project
XXX in “Company”.
I designed and supervised the
construction of culverts for
“Company” Co. Inc.
I used my knowledge in structural
design for the steel reinforcements
in the project for “Company”
CE1.11-CE1.12, CE1.14
CE1.17
CE2.12, CE2.14,
CE2.16
CE3.18
CE3.12-CE3.13
PE1.4 Discernment of
knowledge
development and
research directions
within the engineering
discipline
I always kept abreast of new
developments and technologies
pertaining to my discipline especially
those that related to my current
project objectives.
CE1.20, CE2.15, CE3.7,
CE3.16
PE1.5 Knowledge of
contextual factors
impacting the
I am aware of the necessary interface
inherent between engineering
systems and the different
stakeholders of every project.
CE1.5, CE1.7, CE1.9,
CE1.13, CE1.19, CE2.8,
CE2.13, CE2.19, CE3.8-
CE3.9, CE3.13, CE3.15,
CE3.16 , CE3.20

PE1.6 Understanding of
the scope, principles,
norms, accountabilities
and bounds of
contemporary
engineering practice in
the specific discipline
I always used the systematic
approach when creating engineering
designs for my projects.
CE1.6, CE1.8, CE2.5,
CE2.13, CE2.16-
CE2.18, CE3.5, CE3.7,
CE3.21
PE2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
PE2.1 Application of
established engineering
methods to complex
engineering problem
solving
I made sure that major activities for
every project were based on sound
and fundamental engineering
principles.
CE1.7, CE1.11-CE1.12,
CE2.14, CE2.17, CE3.7,
CE3.12, CE3.21
PE2.2 Fluent application
of engineering
techniques, tools and
resources
I am skilled in preventing, detecting
and repairing problems in the
construction, processes and
operations in my projects.
CE1.10, CE1.16,
CE2.10, CE3.8, CE3.11,
CE3.18
systematic engineering
synthesis and design
processes
I always conformed to client’s
requirements, other stakeholder’s
specifications and applicable
regulations for each project.
CE1.5, CE1.12-CE1.13,
CE2.4, CE2.14, CE3.4,
CE3.12, CE3.17
systematic approaches
to the conduct and
management of
engineering projects
I always incorporated cost
considerations in all of my project
objectives. CE1.8-CE1.9, CE1.15,
CE2.5, CE2.19, CE3.5,
CE3.19
PE3 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
I have always followed applicable CE1.5, CE1.12, CE1.13,

PE3.1 Ethical conduct
and professional
accountability
local, national and international
standards applicable to the project
objectives. I have made safety
compliance in the workplace one of
the guiding principles on all of my
work and projects.
CE2.5, CE2.14, CE3.4
CE1.6, CE1.10, CE2.5,
CE2.10, CE3.4
PE3.2 Effective oral and
written communication
in professional and lay
domains
I have written and prepared
engineering documents and reports
CE1.8, CE2.4-CE2.5,
CE2.7, CE3.4-CE3.5,
CE3.10, CE3.21
PE3.3 Creative
innovative and
proactive demeanour
I have used novel approaches to
solve problems encountered in my
projects.
CE1.14, CE1.17,
CE2.13, CE3.16,
PE3.4 Professional use
and management of
information
I am proficient in gathering,
assessing and utilizing information
and data critical to the success of the
project objectives.
CE1.8, CE2.13-CE2.14,
CE3.7
PE3.5 Orderly
management of self,
and professional
conduct
I have always made it a point to
upgrade my professional and
technical knowledge.
I have always comported myself in a
professional manner when dealing
with the stakeholders of the project.
CE1.20, CE2.15, CE3.7,
CE3.16
CE1.9-CE1.10, CE1.22,
CE2.20, CE3.10-
CE3.11, CE3.22
PE3.6 Effective team I led and/or was a part of the team of

membership and team
leadership
engineering professionals,
technicians, crafts persons, and
manual laborers in various
construction projects.
CE1.14, CE2.8, CE2.19,
CE3.10-CE3.11,
CE3.13, CE3.15,
CE3.18
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