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Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
52950WA
BHW56
Current
Approved
Accreditation, State Implementation and Classification
Description
This qualification covers the knowledge and competencies required by civil and structural engineering paraprofessionals and engineering associates working across the construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, and resource sectors. It is designed for individuals involved in the planning, design, analysis, documentation, project coordination, and technical management of civil and structural engineering systems within residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure environments.
Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering will develop advanced technical knowledge and practical skills required to apply engineering principles, undertake engineering design activities, analyse structural and civil systems, and contribute to the delivery of safe, efficient, and sustainable engineering solutions. Graduates will be able to apply specialised engineering methods, tools, and technologies to solve broadly defined engineering problems and support engineering decision-making processes within a range of engineering contexts.
The program equips graduates with competencies in structural analysis and design, reinforced concrete and steel detailing, civil infrastructure design, surveying, construction principles, geotechnical engineering, fluid mechanics, engineering mathematics, computer-aided drafting (CAD), 3D modelling, and Building Information Modelling (BIM). Graduates will also develop skills in engineering communication, project coordination, technical documentation, teamwork, and professional engineering practice.
The inclusion of advanced engineering design units, engineering software applications, and project-based learning ensures graduates gain industry-relevant and practical expertise aligned with current engineering practices and technologies. The course also develops graduates’ ability to interpret engineering standards, evaluate engineering solutions, and apply judgement in technical and operational engineering activities.
The Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering enhances graduates’ employment opportunities and provides a pathway for further professional development and higher-level engineering studies. It prepares graduates for roles involving engineering design support, drafting, and detailing, project coordination, technical supervision, infrastructure development, and engineering operations across a broad range of industries.
Graduates may find employment as engineering associates, civil and structural engineering drafters, structural detailing technicians, design technicians, site coordinators, project support officers, CAD/BIM technicians, technical officers, construction support personnel, or paraprofessional engineering staff within engineering consultancies, construction companies, infrastructure providers, government agencies, mining and resource organisations, and related sectors in both the public and private domains.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
- all twenty-four (24) core units of competency listed below,
- completion of one (1) unit from Group A mathematics elective units,
- completion of one (1) unit from Group B mathematics elective units,
- completion of four (4) Group C elective units, and
- completion of four (4) units from Group D elective units.
Group C Electives - A maximum of two (2) Group C elective units, that are relevant to work as an engineering para-professional and do not duplicate skills and knowledge already available in units within this qualification, may be chosen from other Diploma or higher qualifications from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion in Diploma qualifications or higher.
Group D Electives - A maximum of two (2) Group D elective units, that are relevant to work as engineering para-professional and do not duplicate skills and knowledge already available in units within this qualification, may be chosen from other Advanced Diploma or higher qualifications from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion in Advanced Diploma qualifications or higher.
The course includes thirty-four (34) Units of Competency with an exit point (Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering) after Unit 18.
The anticipated total duration for the advanced diploma is twenty-four (24) months (volume of learning 2598 hours) for a full-time student.
1. Core units
Twenty-four (24) core units of competency must be completed
2. Group A: Elective Units - Mathematics
One (1) unit from Group A mathematics elective units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEX19 | MEM30012 | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| BD845 | DCSBME631 | Use basic mathematics in engineering | 60 | Module |
3. Group B: Elective Units - Mathematics
One (1) unit from Group B mathematics elective units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEU20 | MEM23004 | Apply technical mathematics | 60 | Unit of competency |
| BD846 | DCSMTH637 | Use mathematics in engineering | 80 | Module |
4. Group C: Elective Units
Group C Electives - Choose all four (4) electives or follow the rule listed below
Group C Electives - A maximum of two (2) Group C elective units, that are relevant to work as an engineering para-professional and do not duplicate skills and knowledge already available in units within this qualification, may be chosen from other Diploma or higher qualifications from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion in Diploma qualifications or higher.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ021 | DCSBSD611 | Produce basic steel drawings | 40 | Module |
| BD854 | DCSENV636 | Use basic environmental concepts in engineering | 40 | Module |
| BD852 | DCSBIM639 | Use building information modelling (BIM) technology for a project | 60 | Module |
| AZ014 | DCSSUR614 | Use surveying in engineering | 40 | Module |
5. Group D: Elective Units
Group D Electives - Choose any four (4) electives or follow the rule listed below
Group D Electives - A maximum of two (2) Group D elective units, that are relevant to work as engineering para-professional and do not duplicate skills and knowledge already available in units within this qualification, may be chosen from other Advanced Diploma or higher qualifications from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion in Advanced Diploma qualifications or higher.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEW58 | MEM23008 | Apply advanced algebra and numerical methods to engineering tasks | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OEW61 | MEM23007 | Apply calculus to engineering tasks | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BB727 | VU23954 | Produce an engineering design for a sewerage reticulation scheme | 40 | Module |
| BB732 | VU23963 | Produce an engineering design for a stormwater reticulation scheme | 40 | Module |
| OCU40 | CPPBDN6106 | Produce building information modelling for building design projects | 120 | Unit of competency |
| BC627 | GREECP813 | Undertake capstone project | 36 | Module |
| AZ028 | DCSFLE624 | Use fluids in engineering | 40 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGQ97 | 52873WA | Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering | Accredited course |
General Notes
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Entry Requirements
Online delivery entry requirements:
Applicants must satisfy either Option 1 or Option 2, and the English language requirements.
Option 1:
- Australian Year 12 or Cert III trade qualification (or equivalent) in a related field;
AND
- Must have at least 2 years’ work experience in a related field
Option 2:
- At least 4 years’ work experience in a related field
AND
- Approval of an application for Credit to Entry **
English Language Requirements (Applicable to both Option 1 and Option 2):
- Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent), including a pass in English;
OR
- IELTS (academic) with an overall score of 6.0 and no band below 5.0, or an equivalent approved English language test;
OR
- Successful completion of a qualification delivered in English by EIT, or another recognised tertiary institution.
Classroom-based delivery entry requirements:
Applicants must satisfy either Option 1 or Option 2
Option 1: School Leaver/Non-School Leaver
- Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
AND
- The completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 with passes in maths at Year 11 level
Option 2: AQF
- Certificate III (or higher)