RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
CRICOS Course Code: 115004G
Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
Melbourne Campus: L10 601 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC 3000
Abbotsford Campus: 395-397 Victoria St, Abbotsford, Victoria 3067
Broadmeadows Campus: 61 Riggall St, Broadmeadows, Victoria 3047
Delivery Mode: This program is delivered in the classroomandthroughstructuredself- study
Duration: 104 weeks, including 80 study weeks and 24 weeks of holidays.
Study Load: 20 hours a week in the classroom and 4 hours of structured self-study
About us
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.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.
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Who should apply for this course?
This course is targeted at international students who are:
- Individuals who have prior experience and knowledge in civil construction design.
- Individuals who want to advance their career in civil construction design and acquire advanced skills in project management, contract administration, and civil design.
- Designers, engineers, project managers, and construction supervisors working in the civil construction industry who are looking to enhance their technical and managerial skills.
- Individuals who want to increase their job opportunities, and responsibilities within the industry.
- Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications
This qualification is ideal for those who have prior experience and knowledge in civil construction design and are looking to acquire advanced skills in areas such as project management, contract administration, and civil design. It is particularly relevant for individuals working in the civil construction industry, including designers, engineers, project managers, and construction supervisors, who are looking to enhance their technical and managerial skills. Successful completion of this course can provide opportunities for career advancement, higher-paying jobs, and greater responsibility within the industry.
Further education pathways may include the higher education qualification like Bachelor of Construction Project Management.
Course Map
This course comprises the following units, and successful completion of all units is necessary to attain the qualification. Students who complete only certain units will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units successfully accomplished.
UNITS
| RIICWD601E | Manage civil works design processes |
| RIIQUA601E | Establish and maintain a quality system |
| BSBPMG535 | Manage project information and communication |
| BSBOPS601 | Develop and implement business plans |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement |
| BSBPMG534 | Manage project human resources |
| RIICWD507D | Prepare detailed geotechnical design |
| RIICWD533E | Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures |
| RIICWD534E | Prepare detailed design of civil steel structures |
| BSBPMG632 | Manage program risk |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
| BSBWHS616 | Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks |
This course is designed to be delivered in a combination of face-to-face classroom sessions and structured self-study. The details of the timetable will be provided to you during the orientation, although please note that it is subject to change.
Class sessions are carefully structured to include a balance of theoretical instruction and practical activities, with a focus on creating a simulated real-life workplace environment.
During the self-study component, you will receive a comprehensive self-study guide that contains specific activities to be completed on a weekly basis. These completed activities must be submitted to your trainer and assessor for evaluation.
Assessments are an integral part of this course and may encompass a variety of formats, such as:
• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Reports
• Role plays/observations
• Portfolios/journals
At the commencement of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the specific assessment tasks that you are required to complete.
How can I apply?
Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- Completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO; or
- Successful completion of an English Placement Test.
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
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Course Credit
You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at www.ausc.edu.au
If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at info@ausc.edu.au