TAFE NSW
12 months (Full Time) or 2 years (Part Time)
This Certificate IV prepares you for a career in civil construction and engineering design by teaching you to create infrastructure designs using industry-standard CAD software and construction principles. Perfect for those seeking foundational skills as a civil engineering draftsperson or designer.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, you should have familiarity with computer programs such as Word and access to a personal computer with CAD capability. Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills at Year 12 high school level are recommended. You should be adaptable to change, willing to work with new technology, and able to collaborate effectively with others in design and construction teams. TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills test to understand your individual study needs.
The course comprises 12 units of competency covering core civil construction and design skills. You'll study computer-aided design systems to produce basic and 3D drawing elements, prepare detailed designs for various civil infrastructure including pavements, drainage, foundations, traffic signals, and underground services. Additional modules cover geotechnical design, spatial data capture and analysis, engineering mathematics and calculus, construction material testing, BIM processes, and supervision of various construction operations including earthworks, concrete, steel, and timber structures. Leadership and workplace management units develop your professional capabilities.
TAFE NSW is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90003) with extensive experience in vocational education. They offer flexible study options across multiple campuses and delivery methods, including on-campus, online, and hybrid learning. TAFE NSW provides comprehensive support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, careers counselling, and access to industry-standard facilities and software, ensuring students receive quality training aligned with current industry standards.
Graduates progress into roles as civil engineering designers, draftspersons, and technicians in construction and infrastructure development companies. The qualification provides a strong foundation for further study through TAFE NSW's Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design programs. Your skills in CAD, infrastructure design, and project management open pathways to supervisory and technical roles in civil construction, road and transport infrastructure, water management, and environmental projects across Australia.
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