- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
The goal of the course is to provide the student with an opportunity to work independently on an applied research project associated with an environmental or sustainable development issue or procedure. Under the supervision of an academic adviser, the student will review a research proposal (Developed in EENG 8430) outlining the project scope, goals, methods and deliverables. The research project options include either a systematic review of literature with recommendations for a future project or initiative; or a data gathering study that follows an established quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods research design. The project will involve but not be limited to: (1) A comprehensive review and synthesis of existing research or information from published literature, industrial or governmental reports, or policy analysis with a recommendations chapter or further research proposal; (2) A case study or a survey related to environmental or sustainability aspects of technology, resource industry, energy, etc.; (3) A correlational study; or (4) A field or a laboratory experiment. Students will learn to rely on their critical thinking and analytical skills to investigate, evaluate, and synthesize collected data or information in order to provide comprehensive conclusions and recommendations resulting from their research.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
5.0
Domestic fees
$1,347.61
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Present background information on a selected topic by conducting a systematic literature review.
- Articulate the state of current knowledge of a particular environmental issue or procedure.
- Develop a research project and present the outcomes in accordance with standard engineering / science format guidelines.
- Demonstrate an ability to apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to process and analyze collected data and/or interpret published results.
- Substantiate solutions, recommendations, and conclusions with research-based arguments and/or data.
- Prepare a comprehensive applied research project report in accordance with standard engineering/research format guidelines.
Effective as of Fall 2019
Related Programs
Capstone Project (EENG 8460) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of EENG 8460 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 45960
Dates
Sep 03 - Dec 10 Loading
- CRN 45960
- $1347.61 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Dec 10 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
15 weeks
Instructor
Olga Petrov
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students are responsible for completion of pre-requisites and co-requisites – see course details above. Students should continue with same project topic and adviser from EENG 8430. BEFORE you register, department approval required - email request with your BCIT ID A#: students who completed EENG 8430 AFTER fall term 2020 (email bcit_eeng@bcit.ca). Students who completed EENG 8430 PRIOR to fall term 2020. (email olga_petrov@bcit.ca). Please review the pre-registration requirement information in the latest edition of Student Handbook before approval request.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.