RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction

RII60520

Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

CRICOS Code

119711C

Intake Date

15th of every month

Duration

104 weeks (80 study weeks + 24 weeks holidays)

Units

Total number of units = 12

Tuition Fee

$18,000

Additional Fee

$1,250 ($250 Application fee + $1,000 material fee)

Delivery Mode

Face to face

Delivery Location

Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000.

Course Overview

The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is designed for individuals seeking to develop the advanced technical knowledge, specialised skills and professional capabilities required to work as senior civil works designers or para-professional designers supporting professional engineers in the planning, coordination and delivery of complex civil construction and infrastructure projects.

Throughout the course, students develop the skills and knowledge required to manage civil works design processes, prepare and evaluate complex engineering designs, analyse technical information, apply quality assurance and risk management principles, and develop effective design solutions that comply with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements and client specifications.

Training is delivered through a face-to-face learning model incorporating classroom-based instruction, project-based learning activities, practical workshops, simulated workplace scenarios and supervised assessment sessions. Learning activities are designed to reflect realistic industry practices and include industry-related projects, case studies and collaborative learning opportunities. This approach enables students to progressively build their technical expertise, design capabilities, problem-solving skills and professional competencies for employment within the civil construction and infrastructure industry.

Training sessions are trainer-led, with a maximum class size of 20 students and a trainer-to-student ratio of 1:20, ensuring structured delivery and opportunities for trainer guidance and support.

Students are required to attend 20 hours of scheduled face-to-face training per week, comprising:

16 hours of classroom-based theory and practical learning.
4 hours of supervised structured learning activities.

In addition to scheduled training, students are expected to undertake self-directed learning outside class hours to reinforce their understanding, complete project-based activities, undertake independent study and prepare for assessments.

The course aims to equip graduates with the advanced design, technical and professional skills necessary to contribute effectively to complex civil construction and infrastructure projects and to meet the expectations of industry employers.

Graduates of the RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction may pursue career opportunities in the civil construction, engineering design and infrastructure industries.

Potential job roles include:

Senior Civil Works Designer
Civil Engineering Design Technician
Civil Design Coordinator
Civil Construction Draftsperson
Infrastructure Design Technician
Civil Works Project Coordinator
Civil Construction Technical Officer
Road and Transport Infrastructure Designer

Graduates may find employment with civil construction companies, engineering consultancies, infrastructure developers, government departments and project management organisations.

With relevant industry experience and further professional development, graduates may progress into senior technical, design coordination and project management roles.

The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is delivered over 104 weeks, comprising 80 weeks of scheduled training and assessment and 24 weeks of scheduled breaks. The course is structured into eight terms, with each term consisting of approximately 10 weeks of scheduled learning and assessment activities.

The qualification consists of 12 units of competency, including 5 core units and 7 elective units.

BSBPMG632Manage program risk
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
BSBWHS616Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks
RIICWD601EManage civil works design process
RIIQUA601EEstablish and maintain a quality system

The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design has been developed from the nationally endorsed Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package (RII), together with selected units from the BSB Business Services Training Package.

Upon successful completion of all training and assessment requirements, students will be awarded the RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, along with a Statement of Results listing all units of competency successfully achieved.

This is a nationally recognised qualification across Australia, providing graduates with advanced knowledge, specialised technical skills and competencies to undertake senior civil construction design roles, support professional engineers on complex infrastructure projects, or pursue further education and training within the civil construction and infrastructure industry.

Smart College will issue the qualification and Statement of Results in accordance with its Certification Policy and applicable regulatory requirements following successful completion of all course requirements.

The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management does not have nationally mandated formal entry requirements. However, Smart College has established admission criteria to ensure that prospective students possess the appropriate educational background, English language proficiency and foundational skills necessary to participate effectively in the course and successfully complete all training and assessment requirements.

Applicants wishing to enrol in this qualification must meet the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of the course.
Hold a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI), where applicable.
Have successfully completed Year 12 or an equivalent secondary education qualification.
Demonstrate English language proficiency through an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 or an equivalent result, or another English language test recognised and accepted by Smart College.
Possess basic computer literacy and digital skills to access online learning materials, use digital platforms, prepare documents and participate in training and assessment activities.
Demonstrate the ability and commitment to meet the course attendance, participation and assessment requirements.
Smart College will assess and verify applicants' eligibility during the enrolment process through a review of supporting documentation, an enrolment interview and a pre-enrolment assessment, where required.

Additional Requirements for International Students – Student Visa (Subclass 500)

International applicants intending to study under a Student Visa (Subclass 500) must also meet the relevant Australian Government student visa requirements. These include:
Demonstrating that they are genuine students with a genuine intention to undertake the proposed course of study.
Meeting the applicable English language proficiency requirements.
Providing evidence of sufficient financial capacity to cover tuition fees, living expenses and other associated costs.
Maintaining valid Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the required period of their stay in Australia.
All international applicants must satisfy the applicable visa and enrolment requirements before commencing their studies at Smart College.

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