Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering Design

Diploma

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Course Code

22479VIC, 100906

Study Mode

In person

International Fees

$19,760 per year

About this course

The Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology is perfect for those interested in paraprofessional positions and careers, such as technical support or technical officer roles with councils, utilities or in construction engineering on civil projects.

This course is delivered in a combination of engaging face-to-face classes, workshops, tutorials, lectures and online activities. Students learn the core concepts of civil engineering materials; advanced technology applications; structural mechanics; fluid mechanics; design of concrete structures, sewerage reticulation scheme, timber structures and storm water reticulation scheme; land surveying; engineering estimation techniques and project management. Students go beyond the classroom and participate in industry projects and practical workshops.

Swinburne also offers this qualification with specialisation in Mechanical Engineering Design or in Mechatronics Engineering Design.

This course is based at Hawthorn with some workshop components delivered at Wantirna.

Study locations

Hawthorn

Career pathways

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering Design) should be able to:

recall and apply engineering and scientific principles in designing mechanical, civil and manufacturing engineering applications based on a well-founded specialist knowledge domain
analyse, diagnose, design and execute judgments with respect to mechanical, civil and construction engineering and manufacturing solutions that have a basis in engineering technology
prepare a brief on technical solutions and concepts with options for various engineering environments and contexts
integrate and solve interfacing problems between disparate technical or engineering systems
manage complex projects on time and within budget
manage autonomously a range of technical objectives within organisations that have outputs based on engineering application.

Course structure

To fulfil the requirements for the qualification students must complete a minimum of 1750 hours of formal training consisting of:

all 11 core units listed below making up 500 hours
elective units to a minimum of 1250 hours

Credit for prior study or work

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Swinburne University of Technology