Status: Closed
Applications open: 7/07/2023
Applications close: 25/08/2023
About this scholarship
Due to the increasing pressure on the housing market for accommodation, the market for sustainable and efficient housing construction methods is in very high demand, particularly in regional and remote areas. By utilizing modular construction methods, components can be manufactured, transported, and assembled on-site, which could address the issues. Moreover, Australia is subjected to cyclones every year. In 2021, Tropical Cyclone Seroja and Damien caused severe house damage in WA regional area. The requirements for structural integrity of residential buildings are becoming more stringent under the latest National Construction Code, especially in wind regions. In this project, innovative modular structure systems will be proposed to enhance existing housing systems and provide more efficient and resilient residential houses. Both experimental and numerical studies will be carried out to evaluate the performance of the proposed modular housing systems.
This project is aimed to develop a novel modular housing system with enhanced strength, constructability and functionality, contributing to more affordable, sustainable and robust housing system.
In order to achieve the aim, the following objectives have been defined:
Investigate the structural performance of existing housing systems and determine the design requirements.
- Propose innovative solutions for components, panels, and connections within the modular housing system.
- Conduct laboratory tests to assess the performance and capabilities of the proposed solutions.
- Develop numerical models to optimize the configurations for efficient use of resources and materials.
The developed modular housing system holds great potential for applications in non-cyclonic areas, as well as wind regions C and D. This project aligns with the national research priority of Advanced Manufacturing and will contribute to the generation and advancement of knowledge in efficient, affordable, and resilient housing systems. The outcomes of this project will bring benefits to both Australian and international communities in terms of economic, environmental, cultural, and social aspects.
This project may provide an internship opportunity. This project is directly associated with an Innovation Connections grant funded by Department of Industry, Innovation and Science.
- Future Students
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Faculty of Science & Engineering
- Engineering courses
- Higher Degree by Research
- Australian Citizen
- Australian Permanent Resident
- New Zealand Citizen
- Permanent Humanitarian Visa
- Merit Based
The annual scholarship package (stipend and tuition fees) is approx. $60,000 - $70,000 p.a.
Successful HDR applicants for admission will receive a 100% fee offset for up to 4 years, stipend scholarships at the 2023 RTP rate valued at $32,250 p.a. for up to a maximum of 3 years, with a possible 6-month completion scholarship. Applicants are determined via a competitive selection process and will be notified of the scholarship outcome in November 2023.
For detailed information, visit: Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships | Curtin University, Perth, Australia.
Scholarship Details
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All applicable HDR courses
Applicant with Bachelor degree (first class honours/upper second class honours) or Master degree in civil/structural engineering, mechanics and the related fields. Research experiences and technical publications are desired. Applicant must be eligible to enroll in PhD programs at Curtin.
Application process
This project has identified a preferred candidate and is no longer available. Please review remaining scholarships projects .
Enrolment Requirements
Eligible to enrol in a Higher Degree by Research Course at Curtin University by March 2024.
Recipients must complete their milestone 1 within 6 months of enrolment and remain enrolled on a full-time basis for the duration of the scholarship.
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