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2 Years
On campus (100% on-campus, 0% online). All units delivered face-to-face at TAFE Queensland South Bank campus; some practical sessions at Mount Gravatt campus.
Full time / Part time / On-campus · Full time: 4 days per week; Part time: 3 days per week
13 Jul 2026 | 27 Jan 2027
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
South Bank, Greater Brisbane
66 Ernest St, South Brisbane, QLD 4101
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Course Content
Engineering Mathematics 1
Students will develop the fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills to apply at a level enabling them to function effectively as para-professionals in the civil engineering domain, covering algebra, matrix algebra, geometry, trigonometry, functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, and basic statistics.
Engineering Fundamentals
Students are introduced to the fundamental elements of a broad range of engineering disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and hydraulic, as well as elements of research, calculation, drawing and reporting compliant with current Australian Standards.
2D CAD Modelling
Explores different modes of visual communication used in illustrating design ideas and provides a sound basis for one of the most commonly used drafting packages in the Civil design industry.
Engineering Practices
Provides an introduction to key skills for engineering studies including communication, academic writing, researching, critical analysis, quality control and assurance, teamwork, reflection and referencing (APA), as well as fundamental engineering practices including sustainability, concrete mix design and professional recognition.
Work-based learning
A work-based learning unit comprising 240 hours of industry professional practice placement, required by Engineers Australia.
Engineering Surveying
Combines theory and practical sessions to provide understanding of Traditional Surveying and GIS applicable to civil engineering projects, including levelling, location and setting out surveys, total station operations, GPS and GIS systems.
Civil Design and Drafting
Explores modes of visual communication used in illustrating design ideas and develops further understanding of commonly used drafting packages in the Civil Design industry.
Engineering Mechanics
Introduces concepts of material science, dynamics, work and energy, simple machines, engineering statics, properties of sections, mechanics of simple structural elements, and determinacy and indeterminacy.
Engineering Mathematics 2
Provides skills at Engineering Technologist level to solve mathematical problems encountered in a civil engineering design office, covering vectors, matrix algebra, calculus, and statistics.
Geoscience
Provides understanding of the processes underlying rock formation and soil classification, and the use of rocks and soils as resource or foundation material, including soil-testing laboratory work to determine the strength of cohesive and non-cohesive soils.
Municipal Engineering
Covers the fundamentals of municipal engineering design including infrastructure, asset management, water supply systems, waste water infrastructure systems, and storm water drainage systems for rural and urban catchments.
Road Design
Students learn the requirements of road design and calculations for horizontal and vertical road alignments, aspects of intersection design at grade, and use of current Civil Design Computer Application Software.
Engineering Project Management
Provides understanding and application of planning, management, organisation and administration of civil and structural engineering projects, with emphasis on delivery in accordance with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Construction and Estimating
Covers modern construction methodologies, reading and interpreting construction drawings, preparing quantity take-offs and cost estimates, and understanding tender submission requirements, with emphasis on construction cost, time management and contractual needs.
Engineering Project
A capstone unit merging completed and co-requisite units, involving detailed documentation of a multi-faceted civil engineering project considering technical compliance, economic, environmental, social and ethical standards. Students in small teams research, conceptualise, design and document to standards applicable to a modern civil engineering project.
Building Information Modelling
Introduces fundamental aspects of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Digital Engineering (DE), covering BIM Execution Plans, collaborative approaches, clash detection, construction timelining, project viewpoints, client animations and project take-offs using relevant BIM and DE standards and 3D software.
Common Questions
Yes. TAFE Queensland's Associate Degree in Civil Engineering is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of Engineering Associate. This professionally-accredited program is also recognised in Canada, Ireland, Korea, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom and the United States of America through the Dublin Accord, greatly improving your global mobility.
Yes. TAFE Queensland has negotiated university degree pathways with some of Australia's top universities, providing you with credit exemption of up to 1.5 years when you enrol in a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program. Partner universities include Queensland University of Technology (QUT Precedent List), Griffith University (GU Credit Precedent Database) and the University of Southern Queensland (USQ Credit Calculator).
Yes. Engineers Australia requires the completion of a work-based learning unit (WBL003) that comprises 240 hours of industry professional practice placement. This unit carries 0 credit points and is completed alongside the rest of the course.
The annual indicative cost for domestic students is $7,880 (part time) to $15,755 (full time) per year, and for international students it is $26,720 per year. These are indicative fees for one year of full-time study; fees will vary based on selected units and study load. FEE-HELP assistance is available for all units of study in this course.
Yes. Holders of the HED006 Graduate Certificate in Civil Engineering Fundamentals from TAFE Queensland are eligible for advanced standing of 4 units (40 credit points), with exemptions from CEA1111, CEA1112, CEA1113, and either CEA1114 or CEA1216. Applicants with a relevant TAFE Queensland qualification will automatically have their advanced standing applied.
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