RII60522 – 2 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Course Overview

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.

Entry Requirements
Core Units
Elective Units
Intake Dates
Pathways
Course Info
RPL & Credit Transfer

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements as per the qualification details or training package. Perspective students entering this course at Everthought must meet the following entry requirements:

Age requirements

Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.

 

Academic Requirements

Satisfactorily complete a minimum of year 12 or equivalent.

 

English Language Requirements

Applicants must provide evidence of completion of the International English Language Testing system (IELTS Test), either Academic (A) or General (G) band 6 overall, or its equivalent completed within 2 years from the application date.
Or:

  • The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.5 and 10 weeks of ELICOS
  • The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.0 and 20 weeks of ELICOS

 

International students who can prove one of the following criteria are not required to demonstrate their English entry requirements as listed above:

  • A minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South Africa or Ireland.
  • Being a citizen of, and a passport issued by the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, New Zealand or the Republic of Ireland.
  • Completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) in English a substantial component (at least 70%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher.
  • Successfully completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in English.
  • Completed an ELICOS program from a CRICOS institution and achieved an upper intermediate English level or equivalent within 2 years from the application date or its equivalent.

 

DHA requirements:

Applicants must also provide documentation according to Department of Home Affair (DHA) requirements. For further information on student visa assessment level and documentation, visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at: 

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/

 

Pre-training review

All international learners will undertake a pre-training review to determine suitability for the course and student needs. The aim of the review is to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to applicant, and relevant experience. The Pre-training review will also aim to identify any support needs and possible RPL opportunities.

Through pre-training review, learners will demonstrate that they have necessary skills to successfully complete the course.

Everthought will identify any such barriers presented by learners during pre-training review and provide required support and reasonable adjustment where possible.

 

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment

All learners will be required to complete an LLN assessment prior to the commencement of the course. – it is a diagnostic process to identify if a prospective student requires LLN support during study.

 

Hardware/Software requirements

Everthought will provide access to computers/laptops during classroom hours, however for learners to work on assessments, tasks and self-study all learners are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with windows operating system and office application like Microsoft word at their own cost.

Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.

 

Physical requirements

Applicants will need to have physical attributes suitable for working in the construction industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices.

Core Units

5 Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
BSBPMG632
Manage program risk
BSBTWK502
Manage team effectiveness
BSBWHS616
Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks
RIIQUA601E
Establish and maintain a quality system
RIICWD601E
Manage civil works design processes

Elective units

7 Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
BSBPMG535​
Manage project information and communication​
BSBPMG540​
Manage project integration​
BSBPMG532​
Manage project quality​
RIILAT402E​
Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams ​
RIICWD507D​
Prepare detailed geotechnical design​
RIICWD533E​
Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures ​
RIICWD534E​
Prepare detailed design of civil steel structures​

Intake Dates 2024

08th January

12nd February

08th April

13th May

08th July

12nd August

07th October

11th November

For further enquiries please enquire with our marketing team.

Qualification Pathways

After successfully RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, students may continue to study with a Bachelor to broadern your opportunities.

Course Info

Face-to-face delivery:

This course is delivered in Everthought’s purpose designed facilities where emphasis is placed on providing hands-on, practical training. Training is provided by accredited, trade trainer/assessors with current industry experience.

Delivery site:

Campus Delivery: 

+ Perth campus – Building 3 / 92 Mallard Way, Cannington, Western Australia 6107, Australia.

+ Brisbane campus – Building 4 / 460-492 Beaudesert Road, Salisbury, Queensland  4107

Course duration:

The program will be delivered over 100 weeks (holiday inclusive) with 20 contact hours per week which includes theory education in the classroom and practical training in the fully equipped workshop facility in accordance with a structured approach which meets the requirements of the qualification.

Besides the above-structured learning, students are advised to do appropriately 10 hours per week of unstructured learning.

RPL & Credit Transfer

Learners may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in their chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training ( RPL- Recognition of Prior Learning, or Credit Transfer). The granting of course credit may affect course fees as well as the duration of the course.

This process is outlined in Everthought’s Student Enrolment & Induction Policy and Assessment Policy.

If students have previously completed a unit with the same unit code or unit title as in the student’s new course, students may be eligible for a Credit Transfer and students may not have to repeat that unit. Students will need to complete a credit transfer application form and provide a certified copy of the transcript of the statement of attainment. There is a fee for this process. Applications for credit transfer must be made prior to the commencement of the course.

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if they can demonstrate that their work and life experiences match one or more of the units in which they have enrolled. They must be able to demonstrate that they have achieved the skills and knowledge equivalent to the learning outcomes of the unit/s. Evidence that demonstrates this achievement may be through a portfolio of evidence. Applications for RPL must be made prior to the commencement of the course – please speak with the Student Support Officer if you wish to apply. There is a fee for consideration of RPL applications.

Why study this course?

Everthought College of Construction | Perth & Brisbane
Advanced Design Expertise​
The diploma provides specialised training in civil construction design, including advanced skills in creating detailed design plans, specifications, and technical drawings. This expertise enables you to tackle complex civil engineering projects, such as infrastructure and transport systems, with a high level of proficiency.​
Everthought College of Construction | Perth & Brisbane
Comprehensive Knowledge of Industry Standards​
The course covers a broad range of topics, including regulatory compliance, project management, and advanced engineering principles. This comprehensive knowledge ensures that you are well-versed in industry standards and practices, allowing you to manage and execute projects that meet all technical and regulatory requirements effectively.​
Everthought College of Construction | Perth & Brisbane
Career Advancement​
Earning this advanced diploma can significantly enhance your career prospects by qualifying you for senior roles in civil construction design. Positions such as senior design engineer, project designer, or design manager often require advanced qualifications, and this diploma positions you for these higher-level opportunities with increased responsibilities and earning potential.​
student working on plan design
Job Roles

Potential job outcomes upon completion of this course:

  • Senior civil works designer
  • Para-professional designer

 

Average Salary:

The average Civil Designer salary in Australia is $105,000* per year
*Source au.talent.com (2024)

Great place to study and highly recommended
Umesh Priyasad
RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Course Information

Cricos Code:
112306F
Duration:
104 Weeks (inc. holidays)
Tuition Fee:
$21,650
Non Tuition Fee:
$2,350
Mode of Delivery:
Face to Face
Next Intake:
October 2024
Available at:
Perth and Brisbane campus

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