South Sydney College
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Our Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design spans two years across 8 Terms, providing you with crucial theoretical and technical knowledge.
This course is designed to prepare you for a career as a senior civil works designer or a para-professional designer supporting professional engineers in the planning and execution of infrastructure projects.
Throughout this program, you’ll gain practical skills and knowledge in managing the civil works design process, designing of motorways and interchanges, preparation of detailed traffic analysis, establishing and maintaining a quality system and producing basic drawings by using computer aided design systems. This qualification reflects the responsibilities of individuals working as senior civil works designers or para-professional designers, handling broad, specialised, complex, and technical tasks, including strategic initiatives.
Delivery mode
South Sydney College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 11-15 Deane St, Burwood NSW 2134, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Must hold a current Approved visa for study in Australia (at the time of course commencement)
- Must demonstrate satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification*
- Are required to provide evidence of any one of the following tests of upper intermediate proficiency in English: IELTS Test overall band score 6.0, Certificate in Advanced English overall score 169, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) overall score 50, Occupational English Test (OET) with a score of at least B for each test component of the OET.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design will prepare you for the following roles.
Civil Engineering Technician
A Civil Engineering Technician supports civil engineers in designing and implementing infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and drainage...
Civil Designer
A Civil Designer is employed to oversee civil engineering work such as roads, utilities and pipelines. You’ll design civil projects and make key de...
Civil Draftsperson
A Civil Draftsperson prepares detailed technical drawings and plans for construction projects, such as roads, bridges, and buildings. You might wor...
Draftsperson
A Draftsperson is responsible for creating technical drawings used for construction or manufacturing purposes. Their designs are used to develop va...
Construction Project Manager
A Construction Project Manager supervises all work on a building site to make sure a construction project is operating effectively. You’ll ensure t...
Site Supervisor
A Site Supervisor oversees daily operations on a building or construction site. You’ll ensure a project is progressing on time and to a high qualit...
Structural Designer
A Structural Designer creates plans for buildings, bridges, and other structures. You might work for engineering firms, construction companies, or...
Structural Modeller
A Structural Modeller creates detailed 3D models for buildings, bridges, and other structures. You might work for engineering firms, construction c...
Civil Modeller
A Civil Modeller develops 3D models for roads, drainage systems, and other infrastructure projects. You might work for engineering firms, construct...
Structural Drafter
A Structural Drafter creates technical drawings for buildings, bridges, and other structures. You might work for engineering firms, construction co...
Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure)
A Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) builds and maintains water industry facilities. You’ll work as part of a civil construction team and m...
