Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of an individual working as a senior civil works designer or a para-professional designer, who supports professional engineers. They perform tasks that are broad, specialised, complex and technical and include strategic areas and initiating activities. They are responsible for the design of complex projects to ensure the implementation of the client's site requirements and are required to demonstrate self-directed application of theoretical and technical knowledge and initiate solutions to technical problems or management requirements. Our RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design empowers you with hands-on experience using AutoCAD, the leading software in the civil construction and drafting industry. You'll develop essential skills in drafting, designing, and modelling that are critical for success in today's competitive engineering landscape. Gain the expertise to bring your designs to life with precision and efficiency, preparing you for real-world challenges. Delivery Mode: Face to Face (include 32.5% online component) Online/Distance. Course offered at: BURWOOD | BRISBANE | GOLD COAST.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

All students entering this course must have completed Year 10 or equivalent qualification. Candidates students must demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Students with no formal qualifications are required to successfully complete the LLN test and meet with the Training Manager to be admitted. Student must possess & bring their own laptop/notebook to class fully charged. Overseas students can only enroll face to face 20 hours per week. Pre-requisites: None.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification in: Civil Engineering Technician/ Draftsperson, Site Manager, Senior Civil Designer.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

RIICWD507D

Prepare detailed geotechnical design

Elective

RIICWD533E

Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures

Elective

RIILAT402E

Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams

Elective

BSBSTR601

Manage innovation and continuous improvement

Elective

RIICWD532E

Prepare detailed design of tunnels

Elective

BSBPMG531

Manage project time

Elective

RIIQUA601E

Establish and maintain a quality system

Core

BSBPMG632

Manage program risk

Elective

BSBTWK502

Prepare detailed design of urban roads

Core

RIICWD509E

Process and interpret data

Core

BSBWHS616

Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks

Core

RIICWD601E

Manage civil works design processes

Core

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design course?

The course duration is total weeks 52 including holidays / Tuition weeks 36.

How much does the course cost?

Tuition: $16,000 + Material Fee $1,000 + Non-Refundable Enrolment Fee $250 + Non-Refundable Application Fee $250.

What are the English language requirements to enrol?

Candidates must demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Where is the course delivered and what are the study modes available?

The course is delivered Face to Face (including a 32.5% online component) or Online/Distance. It is offered at Burwood, Brisbane, and Gold Coast campuses.

What further study pathways are available after completing this qualification?

The further study pathways available include: BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning), which is available at SSBT, and Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science, which are not available at SSBT.

Application

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Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

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