RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Course Overview
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- 12-18 months
This qualification is designed to provide students with advanced skills and knowledge required to design civil construction projects in areas such as road, rail, drainage, and infrastructure development.
The course focuses on developing competencies in engineering design, project planning, risk management, and compliance, preparing students for senior technical and design roles within the civil construction industry.
Training is delivered through a combination of face-to-face classroom sessions and theory-based assessments, supported by practical activities, design projects, and industry-relevant scenarios.
This course is suitable for individuals with prior experience in civil construction, engineering, or related fields who are looking to advance into design and management roles.
This is a nationally recognised qualification under the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package, delivered in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.
Additional Information
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Entry Requirements
Students must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Provide valid identification
- Meet Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements
- Have prior experience or qualification in civil construction, engineering, or related field (recommended)
Course structure
To achieve this qualification, students must complete:
- Total Units: 12 Units
- Core Units = 5 units
- Elective Units = 7 units
Course duration
- Typical duration: 12 to 18 months
- Study mode: Full-time or part-time options may be available
Delivery mode
- This course is delivered through:
- Face-to-face classroom training
- Online or written theory-based assessments
- Design projects and case studies
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Written or online theory assessments
- Design projects and technical reports
- Case studies and workplace scenarios
- Practical tasks and presentations
- Students must demonstrate competency in all required units.
Course outcome
Upon successful completion, students may seek employment as:
- Civil Construction Designer
- Civil Engineering Draftsperson
- Senior Civil Technician
- Project Designer
- Infrastructure Design Specialist
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find employment in:
- Civil construction companies
- Engineering and design consultancies
- Infrastructure development projects
- Government and private sector organisations
Skills you will learn
Students will develop advanced technical and design skills, including:
- Designing civil construction systems and infrastructure
- Preparing engineering drawings and specifications
- Planning and managing civil construction projects
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Applying environmental and sustainability practices
- Interpreting engineering standards and compliance requirements
- Using design software and digital tools
Managing project documentation and reporting
Pathways
After completing this qualification, students may progress to:
Higher-level engineering or project management qualifications
Specialist civil design or infrastructure courses
Unit of Competency
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
|---|---|---|
| BSBPMG632 | Manage program risk | Core |
| BTBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| BSBWHS616 | Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks | Core |
| RIICWD601E | Manage civil works design processes | Core |
| RIIQUA601E | Establish and maintain a quality system | Core |
| BSBPMG531 | Manage project time | Elective |
| RIICWD533E | Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures | Elective |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | Elective |
| RIICWD507D | Prepare detailed geotechnical design | Elective |
| RIILAT402E | Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams | Elective |
| RIICWD535E | Prepare detailed design of civil timber structures | Elective |
| RIICWD526E | Prepare detailed traffic analysis | Elective |
Course Details
Qualification Code: RII60520
RTO Code: 45341
Course Name: Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Delivery Mode: Delivery will be conducted through a mix of face-to-face and online sessions, featuring online theory and in-class practicals.
Course Duration: 12-18 months
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