Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as designers or design paraprofessionals who support professional engineers. They perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and require the application of significant judgment in planning and determining the selection of equipment, roles, or techniques for themselves and others. They are required to develop site-specific work designs to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements. They demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination, and planning skills.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

George Brown College - Level 5, 191-199 Thomas St, Haymarket, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Although there are no pre-requisites for this qualification, students at George Brown College must meet the following entry requirements to obtain admission in this training product: Have completed an Australian School level year 12, or equivalent. or Mature students. or Minimum three years of working experience at a middle management level. Students must be over 18 years of age. Obtain a minimum IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. For exceptions, refer to our English Language Requirements Policy on our website. Successfully completed the Pre-Training Review.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This qualification provides career opportunities as a: Civil Construction Designer Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Building (AIB)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

MEM23004

Apply technical mathematics MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment MEM23109 Apply engineering mechanics principles MEM30005 Calculate force systems within simple beam structures MEM30006 Calculate stresses in simple structures RIIMPO402D Apply the principles of earthworks construction CPPSIS5035 Obtain and validate spatial data RIILAT402E Provide leadership in the supervision of work teams MEM30031 Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements MEM30033 Use CAD to create and display 3-D models CPPBDN6106 Produce building information modelling for building design projects CPPCOM4001 Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour RIICWD501E Prepare detailed design of foundations RIICWD530E Prepare detailed design of surface drainage RIICWD536E Prepare detailed design of civil masonry, crib and gabion structures RIICWD521E Prepare detailed design of flexible pavements RIICWD505E Prepare detailed design of landscaping BSBOPS505 Manage organisational customer service BSBPMG537 Manage Project Procurement BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Diploma of Civil Construction Design?

The estimated total course cost is AU$30,500, which includes AU$27,000 in tuition fees and AU$3,500 in non-tuition fees.

How long does the Diploma of Civil Construction Design take to complete?

The course has a duration of 75 weeks.

Where is the Diploma of Civil Construction Design delivered?

The course is delivered at George Brown College, located at Level 5, 191-199 Thomas Street, Haymarket NSW 2000, which is an arrangement with a non-registered provider under Captain Cook Institute Pty Ltd (CRICOS Provider Code: 03208D).

What field of education does this diploma fall under?

The Diploma of Civil Construction Design falls under the broad field of Engineering and Related Technologies, with a narrow field of Civil Engineering (detailed field: Civil Engineering, n.e.c.).

Does this course qualify for Post-Study Work Rights?

No. This course does not qualify for extended Post-Study Work Rights because it is a VET-level Diploma, not a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD), which is one of the required criteria for extended Post-Study Work Rights eligibility.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $165,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Construction ManagerSite ManagerProject ManagerConstruction Project ManagerContracts Administrator

Key Skills

Construction project planning and scheduling (including Gantt charts and critical path method)Cost estimation, budgeting, and quantity take-offContract administration and procurement managementReading, interpreting, and producing construction drawings and specificationsWork Health and Safety (WHS) compliance and site safety management

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