Packaged Course – Civil Construction Design
EXPLORE OUR COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGED COURSE IN CIVIL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN AT WMIT!
PACKAGED COURSE – DIPLOMA & ADVANCED CIVIL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
Course CRICOS Code: 114144C
Course Overview
This is a packaged course that consist of two qualifications i.e., Diploma of Civil Construction Design and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design. These qualifications prepare you for the role of a senior civil works designer or a pare-professional designer, who supports professional engineers in the design and construction of infrastructure projects. This course will teach you to perform tasks that are broad, specialised, complex and technical.
You will be responsible for the design of complex projects to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements and are required to demonstrate .1f-directed application of theoretical and technical knowledge and initiate solutions to technical problems or management requirements.
You will develop skills in:
- Using computer-aided design (CAD) software including AutoCAD and REVIT to produce detailed drawings, plans and designs for construction work
- Preparing civil designs
- Managing civil works design process
- Developing construction management skills to meet the Australian market needs.
Program Overview
Entry Requirements
- Academic Requirements:
- Whilst there are no entry requirements stipulated in the training package, WMIT requires its participants to meet the following criteria:
- Completion of Diploma of Civil Construction Design or equivalent qualification of Diploma Level.
- IELTS (Academic) band score 6.0 or equivalent score in other English tests including, PTE, TOEFL, and CAE.
- 18 years or older at commencement of course.
- Additional Requirements:
- The student must have basic computer skills to use word processing software like Microsoft Word and using internet effectively for research.
- WMIT will conduct LLN assessment of the student at the time of orientation to identify the support required by the students. This support will enable students to complete qualification successfully in required time.
Training Pathways & Education Pathways
- After achieving a Diploma & Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, individuals could progress to:
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
- Any other equivalent qualification
- This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to potentially gain employment as a:
- Civil Construction Supervisor
- Civil Design Draftsperson
- Senior Civil Works Designer
To attain the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, 32 units must be achieved, listed below:
| Code | Title | Type |
| MEM23004A | Apply technical mathematics | Elective |
| MEM30012A | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | Elective |
| MEM30031A | Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements | Elective |
| MEM30033A | Use CAD to create and display 3-D models | Elective |
| MEM30005A* | Calculate force systems within simple beam structures | Elective |
| MEM30006A* | Calculate stresses in simple structures | Elective |
| MSL973199 | Apply engineering mechanics principles | Elective |
| MSL924003 | Process and interpret data | Elective |
| MSL925004* | Analyse data and report results | Elective |
| CPPBDN4004 | Produce building information modelling for building design projects | Elective |
| CPPCOM4001 | Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour | Elective |
| RIICOM201E | Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams | Elective |
| BSBPMG537 | Manage project procurement | Elective |
| BSBINS501 | Implement information and knowledge management systems | Elective |
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| RIICWD501E | Prepare detailed design of foundations | Elective |
| RIICWD505E | Prepare detailed design of landscaping | Elective |
| RIICWD530E | Prepare detailed design of surface drainage | Elective |
| RIICWD534E | Prepare detailed design of sub-surface drainage | Elective |
| RIICWD536E | Prepare detailed design of civil masonry | Elective |
| Code | Title | Type |
| BSBWHS616 | Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks | Core |
| RIICOM601E | Establish and maintain a quality system | Core |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| RIICWD533E | Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures | Elective |
| RIICWD520E | Prepare detailed geotechnical design | Elective |
| RIICWD509E | Prepare detailed design of urban roads | Elective |
| RIICWD534E | Prepare detailed design of civil skid structures | Elective |
| RIICWD535E | Prepare detailed design of civil bridge structures | Elective |
| BSBPMG632 | Manage program risk | Core |
| BSBPMG531 | Manage project time | Elective |
| BSBSTR601 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | Elective |
| BSBLDR601 | Manage civil works design process | Elective |
Course Credit
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WMIT can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation.
We can also grant you Credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course and the subject or unit you have completed. - There is no charge to apply for Credit.
- To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment.
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*Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on Course Credit.
International students should be aware that if credit is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.
- WMIT has a process that has been structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants and provides a supportive approach to students wishing to take up this option. You should ideally apply for RPL at the time of enrolment, but you may also apply up to 2 weeks into your course.
- During the entry process and interview stage, WMIT will discuss with you the process and options for RPL. Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.
- A trainer/assessor will be available to assist you throughout this process.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on RPL. International students should be aware that if RPL is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Training Arrangement & Assessment Support
Training Arrangements
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that student have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater for a wide variety of learning styles. Additionally, workplace practices and environments will be regularly simulated and used to conduct skills based assessments in accordance with unit requirements.
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WMIT organises face to face training of 20 hours per week, all the international student must attend the classes to comply with student visa conditions.
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Homework tasks may include research, readings from related textbooks and continuing to work on assessment tasks.
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Students are provided with the Learner Guides for each unit to students to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
Additional Support & Assessment Arrangements
Additional Support
All students will complete a language literacy and numeracy assessment at orientation to determine their learning support needs. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve competency. Where additional support needs have been identified, an Individual Support Plan will be developed, which may include:

Provision of additional support services will be provided where necessary to enable students to participate in the same way as any other person, regardless of whether support services have been required.
Assessment Arrangement
There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification, including:
Course Details
Delivery Mode
This course will be delivered as classroom-based face-to-face training.
Delivery Location
Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Course Duration
This course will be delivered over 104 weeks as follows:
- Classroom Delivery: 80 Weeks
- Holidays: 24 Weeks
AQF Level - V & VI
Duration - 104 Weeks
Course Fee - $28,000
Course Fee
- Total Tuition Fees: $26,750.00
- Admission Fee: $250.00
- Material Fee: $1000.00
Payment Plan
- Non-refundable enrolment deposit (prior to commencement) – $250
- 6 equal installments of tuition fee before start of every term
Additional charges apply if students require
- Additional copies of a student’s qualification/record of results and/or statement of attainment: $50 per document applies, and $70 if express post is required.
- Printing costs may be required to complete assessments. Students may print and copy on campus for a cost of 15c per page; however, they may also use other printing facilities.
RPL Costs
- Application Fee – $250
- Charge per unit of competency – $400
- Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.
- Students will only be eligible to receive their qualification if fees have been paid in full and all course requirements have been met.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for our Fees and Refunds Policy.
Other costs (not included) to be aware of
- Please refer to the student handbook for guidance in relation to budgeting and planning.
- USB drives that students are required to use to submit their assessments. Students may bring their own or purchase nearby.
- Notebooks/pens/laptops* or other general stationery required for students to complete their work.
- *A note about computers: Many homework and assessment tasks require access to a computer and the internet; therefore, it is recommended that students bring or purchase a laptop if possible.
Inclusions
- Unless otherwise specified, tuition fees include all training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks necessary for students to achieve the qualification or course in which they are enrolling.
- If students don’t have their own, they can use nearby public facilities, which are listed in the Student Handbook for their convenience. It is optional for students to bring a laptop to class; some students may choose to do so to keep their notes organised, but where a computer is required for class activities, the trainer/assessor will arrange to book the college computers for class sessions.
Enquire About This Course
- If you need more certainty before lodging an application, our admissions staff is available to help. We can answer questions about eligibility, study duration or upcoming start dates so you can assess how the Packaged Course – Civil Construction Design fits your goals.
- Prepared to move ahead? Apply now to secure your slot.