School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment
Lead Researchers: Doctor Pejman Sharafi
About the project
Centre for Infrastructure Engineering (CIE) is a research centre within Western Sydney University. Taking advantage of a world-class testing facility, CIE, with a strong reputation for delivering research outcomes of the highest quality, aims to develop innovative solutions that address modern civil structure and infrastructure issues and challenges.
CIE is offering a research scholarship to a highly motivated PhD candidate to work within a research groups Modular Prefab Design Lab (MPD-Lab), on the design of innovate a façade system for prefabricated prefinished steel modular construction through a complete numerical and experimental program. The project is funded by an industry partner and based at Kingwood Campus with the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team.
The aim of this research project is to develop an innovative modular energy saving façade for prefabricated prefinished steel modular construction, as well as the detailed design of the material and structure. It includes all theoretical, numerical, and experimental studies for the development of the new system and integration strategies to be employed for the construction and rapid assembly of multi-story steel modular buildings. In this project, research will be conducted on advanced structural design and implementation in the modular design and design for manufacture and assembly of modular buildings. This PhD program is a part of broad project on the development of high-performance prefabricated buildings for off-site manufacturing and the successful candidate will closely work with researchers in some research groups.
What does the scholarship provide?
· Domestic candidates will receive a tax-free stipend of $30,000 (AUD) per annum for up to 3 years to support living costs, supported by the Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset.
· International candidates will receive a tax-free stipend of $30,000 (AUD) per annum for up to 3 years to support living costs. Those with a strong track record will be eligible for a tuition fee waiver.
· Support for conference attendance, fieldwork and additional costs as approved by the School.
International candidates are required to hold an Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) insurance policy for the duration of their study in Australia. This cost is not covered by the scholarship.
Eligibility criteria
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, who are keen to apply their skills to key issues in high performance buildings. In particular, the project is suitable for candidates with strong interests in energy harvesting systems in buildings, design for manufacture and assembly, and modular construction.The successful applicant should:
· hold qualifications and experience equal to one of the following (i) an Australian First Class Bachelor (Honours) degree, (ii) coursework Masters with at least 25% research component, (iii) a Research Masters degree, or (iv) equivalent international qualifications.
· demonstrate strong academic performance in subjects relevant to Building design, Advanced Finite Element Modelling, implementation of the international design standard codes.
· have an understanding of the importance of teamwork, time management, and industry reports.
· be willing to learn design of modular buildings, Design for manufacture and assembly, and offsite manufacturing.
· be enthusiastic and highly motivated to undertake further study at an advanced level.
International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency.
How to apply
Follow the step-by-step instructions on the how to apply for a project scholarship
· Note: You do not need to complete ‘Step 5: Submit an online application for admission’ when applying for this scholarship. You must complete ‘Step 6: Submit an online application for a project scholarship’.
Incomplete applications or applications that do not conform to the above requirements will not be considered.
For questions and advice about the research project, contact the Lead Researcher;
Doctor Pejman Sharafi: [email protected]
For questions and advice about the application process, contact the Graduate Research School: [email protected]
Applications close 31 August 2022
*Applications close at 11.59pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
Scholarship reference code: 2021_056_SoEDBE
Kind Regards
Mike
Professor Michail (Mike) Kagioglou
Dean of Engineering, Design and Built Environment
BEng(Hons), MSc, PhD, FRICS, FCIOB, CMgr, FCMI
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