Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction and Design
IN AUSTRALIA: STUDY IN MELBOURNE!
RII60520 ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF CIVIL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
Course CRICOS Code: 114154A
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as designers or design paraprofessionals who support professional engineers. They perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and requiring the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to develop site-specific work designs to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements. They demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning skills.
Enrol now for the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction in Melbourne and take the next step in your studies.
Program Overview
Entry Requirements
- Academic Requirements:
- Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification in the Training Package, the institute’s entry requirements are as follows:
- Completion of a Diploma of Civil Construction Design or equivalent qualification at 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 the internet effectively for research.
- WMIT will conduct an 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 the qualification successfully within the required timeframe.
Training Pathways & Employmeent Pathways
- Training Pathway:
- After achieving RII60520 — Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, individuals could progress to:
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
- Any other equivalent qualification
- Employment Pathway:
- 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 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Australia, 12 units must be achieved, listed below:
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 the process and options for RPL with you. Suitability is often determined by 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.
Why Choose WMIT?
Recognised Qualification with Industry Relevance
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The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction in Australia, delivered by the West Melbourne Institute of Technology, is nationally accredited and designed to meet current civil infrastructure standards. Each unit reflects the expectations of drafting, surveying and design roles within engineering and construction firms. This ensures graduates enter the field with skills that are already understood and accepted by industry employers.
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The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction in Australia, delivered by the West Melbourne Institute of Technology, is nationally accredited and designed to meet current civil infrastructure standards. Each unit reflects the expectations of drafting, surveying and design roles within engineering and construction firms. This ensures graduates enter the field with skills that are already understood and accepted by industry employers.
Trainers with Real Engineering and Site Backgrounds
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Students are guided by educators who have worked across roadworks, subdivision development, drainage systems and large-scale infrastructure projects. Their insight helps learners navigate not just theory but also the practical logic behind technical decisions. Classroom discussions often include real project scenarios, helping students recognise how specifications, compliance and documentation operate in professional environments.
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Students are guided by educators who have worked across roadworks, subdivision development, drainage systems and large-scale infrastructure projects. Their insight helps learners navigate not just theory but also the practical logic behind technical decisions. Classroom discussions often include real project scenarios, helping students recognise how specifications, compliance and documentation operate in professional environments.
Prime Melbourne Location Close to Major Infrastructure Projects
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Studying in the CBD places learners within reach of transport upgrades, commercial builds and council-led developments currently underway across greater Melbourne. Being surrounded by active construction activity reinforces the relevance of what is learned in class. It also provides opportunities to observe how planning and design processes translate into physical outcomes.
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Studying in the CBD places learners within reach of transport upgrades, commercial builds and council-led developments currently underway across greater Melbourne. Being surrounded by active construction activity reinforces the relevance of what is learned in class. It also provides opportunities to observe how planning and design processes translate into physical outcomes.
Training Arrangements
Training Arrangements
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that students have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater to 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 international students 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 Learner Guides for each unit to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that students have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater to 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 international students 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 Learner Guides for each unit 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:
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Mentoring from trainers
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Additional classes, tutorials and workshops
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Computer Technology support
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Referral to external support services
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Reasonable assessment adjustments
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:
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Written questions
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Projects
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Case studies
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Role plays
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Research
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Reports
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:
- Course Delivery: 80 Weeks
- Holidays: 24 Weeks
AQF Level - VI
Duration - 104 Weeks
Course Fee - $26,750
Course Fee
- Total Tuition Fees: $26,000.00
- Admission Fee: $250.00
- Material Fee: $700.00
Payment Plan
- Non-refundable enrolment deposit (prior to commencement) – $250
- 6 equal instalments of tuition fee before the 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. A cost of $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 would like to clarify any details before submitting an application, the WMIT admissions team can provide further guidance. You are welcome to ask about eligibility, study schedules or upcoming intake dates to confirm whether the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Australia aligns with your plans.
- Confident to move forward? Apply now to confirm your enrolment.
