CIV4100 Autonomous vehicle systems
Faculty of Engineering
CIV4100 Autonomous vehicle systems is a level 4, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ENG2005 and (ENG1014 or ENG1060).
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CIV4100
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After CIV4100
No unit lists CIV4100 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
ADDITIONAL PREREQUISITE: 96 credit points of engineering study (including the prerequisite units).
Overview
This unit will introduce students to autonomous systems in general, autonomous vehicle (AV) system in particular, and its development. The unit will provide the fundamental system engineering knowledge of autonomous vehicle systems including the main building blocks, their design, integration and coordination to achieve the ultimate outcome of self-driving in a complex and uncertain environment. It will also cover and facilitate the learning in the further development of such systems through working and interacting with the actual autonomous vehicle and its testing and validation processes.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Weekly practical class exercisesQuiz / Test15%
- Formative assignmentProject45%
- Summative assignmentProject40%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the overall architecture of an autonomous vehicle (AV) system.
- 2
Apply learned concepts to design algorithms for different functionalities of the AV system, such as localisation, perception, planning and control.
- 3
Integrate and evaluate the AV system including testing and validation of algorithms and decision-making of the system.
- 4
Critically appraise the different aspects of the AV system and its interactions in the urban networks.
- 5
Effectively communicate findings, insights or professional recommendations to specialist and/or non-specialist audiences.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Practical activities24 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
The unit is delivered in a flipped-classroom format which means that the lectures are recorded and are available in advance of the class except for a few guest lectures which will be delivered in class. You are expected to have reviewed the recorded materials along with other resources on Moodle prior to coming to class. Lecture material will not be repeated in class although some highlights will be discussed and there will be an opportunity to ask questions if concepts need clarification. You are expected to come to class prepared to engage constructively in the classroom sessions.
The main learning approach is problem-based learning which requires you to be involved with classroom activities as proactive learners.
Where it fits
CIV4100 is part of 5 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
- AIENGMNR03Studying chemical engineering specialisationArtificial intelligence in engineeringNo reviews yet
- CIVILENG03Civil engineering technical electivesCivil engineeringNo reviews yet
- ELCVLTMR01ElectivesElectric vehicle technologyNo reviews yet
- FMOSYMNR01Studying civil engineering specialisationFuture mobility systemsNo reviews yet
- TRNSPMNR02Studying an engineering specialisationTransportNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Dong Ngoduy
- Dr Susilawati
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Dong Ngoduy
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CIV4100?
You need ENG2005 and (ENG1014 or ENG1060) before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is CIV4100 offered?
In 2026, CIV4100 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is CIV4100?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does CIV4100 have an exam?
No. CIV4100 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include CIV4100?
CIV4100 is part of Artificial intelligence in engineering, Civil engineering, Electric vehicle technology, Future mobility systems and Transport.