North Metropolitan TAFE
Diploma of Surveying
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course will further develop your skills by teaching you how to operate sophisticated surveying equipment and software for conducting more complex engineering surveys, including road design and set out surveys and more complex surveying tasks.
This Diploma has a focus on geodetic surveying including how to conduct geodetic surveys and perform computations. You will also develop industry-specific skills including how to design basic engineering structures and plan spatial data collection. A large selection of electives is available, such as producing maps for land management purposes, producing mine drawings and how to set out stormwater systems.
Delivery mode
North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 140 Royal St, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Surveying will prepare you for the following roles.
Land Surveyor
A Land Surveyor performs various surveys to map the contours of land for builders, architects and engineers. You might have to chart the topography...
Surveyor Assistant
A Surveyor Assistant helps with surveying projects by setting up equipment and carrying out surveying tasks. Your duties will vary depending on the...
Survey Pilot
A Survey Pilot flies aircraft to undertake surveillance activities. You might be taking measurements of land areas or taking aerial photographs. Su...
Engineering Surveyor
An Engineering Surveyor undertakes surveying work for civil engineering or large construction projects. You might look at engineering plans and det...
Planning and Development Surveyor
A Planning and Development Surveyor is responsible for assessing land use and ensuring that developments comply with local planning regulations and...
Construction Surveyor
A Construction Surveyor measures and maps land to guide the planning and execution of construction projects. You might work for surveying firms, co...
Hydrographic Surveyor
A Hydrographic Surveyor measures and maps bodies of water, ensuring safe navigation and effective marine development. You might work in coastal are...
About North Metropolitan TAFE
We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.
We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.
