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52951WA Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering

National ID
52951WA
WA Course Code
BGR66
CRICOS code
121318E
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Why choose this course?

This course will prepare you for technical support roles in the engineering, construction and infrastructure industries.

Combining civil and structural engineering principles with hands-on practical training, you will develop skills in engineering design, computer-aided drafting (CAD), Building Information Modelling (BIM), technical drawing, and engineering analysis. You will gain experience using industry-standard software, including AutoCAD 3D, Revit, SolidWorks, SpaceGass, Surpac and GIS applications.

This course will be delivered at East Perth and Perth campus. Specialised classrooms are available across both campus locations and classes will be scheduled to provide you access to these facilities. Your class locations will be provided at the commencement of each semester and detailed on your timetable. Transport between both campuses is free and you can catch either the bus or train.

Upon graduation, you will be well equipped to support engineering design, drafting, testing and construction projects across sectors such as transport, mining, water infrastructure and commercial construction. You will also have a direct pathway to the Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering.

Career opportunities

  • Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
  • Structural Engineering Drafting Officer

When choosing a course, it's important to think about the key skills and knowledge you'll need, as well as how you'll be assessed. Take a look at this information and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements.

  • An interest in solving practical and technical problems
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Analytical skills and the ability to interpret information
  • Strong communication skills
  • An understanding of the principles of physics and maths

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Equivalent to Australian Year 12 with a pass in Year 11 Maths is required for entry into this course.

  • OR Completion of MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical or MEM30522 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical is required for entry into this course.

​Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Your study options

Semester 1, 2027

At this campus
This course may be delivered at North Metropolitan TAFE's East Perth and Perth Campus. Specialised classrooms are available across both campus locations and classes will be scheduled to provide student access to these facilities. Your class locations will be provided at the commencement of each semester and detailed on your timetable. Transport between both campuses is free and you can catch either the bus or train.
Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2027
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $850
  • Materials fee: $160

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 18 units. These 18 units are comprised of 12 core units and 6 elective units as listed below. Units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBCD617 Produce basic concrete drawings
  • DCSBCE602 Use basic CAD in engineering
  • DCSBFE613 Use basic fluids in engineering
  • DCSBSE612 Use basic soils in engineering
  • DCSCAD616 Use CAD in engineering
  • DCSCON632 Use construction in engineering
  • DCSGRE603 Use graphics in engineering
  • DCSMAT608 Use materials in engineering
  • DCSOEE635 Operate in an engineering environment
  • DCSPHY633 Use physics in engineering
  • DCSSOM638 Use strength of materials in engineering
  • DCSSTA634 Use statics in engineering
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBIM639 Use building information modelling (BIM) technology for a project
  • DCSBSD611 Produce basic steel drawings
  • DCSENV636 Use basic environmental concepts in engineering
  • DCSSUR614 Use surveying in engineering
  • MEM23004 Apply technical mathematics
  • MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include evidence gathering methods which have been selected in consultation with industry. This includes knowledge questions, case study scenarios, projects, presentations, observations, reports and portfolios. Methods of assessment are based on the job role and evidence is collected via a simulated work environment or workplace created on-campus. Skills are assessed holistically during the practical demonstration of tasks and this evidence is gathered using observation checklists which are completed by the trainer/assessor. 

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available at each campus so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations, learning guides, handouts, NMT Library catalogue and opportunities to engage with industry professionals.

Facilities and equipment may include access to relevant software (CAD, MS Office Suite), computers, printers, workplace manuals/procedures, workshops, and a simulated work environment and facilities including surveying equipment, soil testing labs, fluid labs, strength of material labs, drafting office simulations, and a workshop with hand tools, power tools and access to technicians.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 2, 2027

At this campus
This course may be delivered at North Metropolitan TAFE's East Perth and Perth Campus. Specialised classrooms are available across both campus locations and classes will be scheduled to provide student access to these facilities. Your class locations will be provided at the commencement of each semester and detailed on your timetable. Transport between both campuses is free and you can catch either the bus or train.
Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 2, 2027
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $850
  • Materials fee: $160

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 18 units. These 18 units are comprised of 12 core units and 6 elective units as listed below. Units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBCD617 Produce basic concrete drawings
  • DCSBCE602 Use basic CAD in engineering
  • DCSBFE613 Use basic fluids in engineering
  • DCSBSE612 Use basic soils in engineering
  • DCSCAD616 Use CAD in engineering
  • DCSCON632 Use construction in engineering
  • DCSGRE603 Use graphics in engineering
  • DCSMAT608 Use materials in engineering
  • DCSOEE635 Operate in an engineering environment
  • DCSPHY633 Use physics in engineering
  • DCSSOM638 Use strength of materials in engineering
  • DCSSTA634 Use statics in engineering
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBIM639 Use building information modelling (BIM) technology for a project
  • DCSBSD611 Produce basic steel drawings
  • DCSENV636 Use basic environmental concepts in engineering
  • DCSSUR614 Use surveying in engineering
  • MEM23004 Apply technical mathematics
  • MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include evidence gathering methods which have been selected in consultation with industry. This includes knowledge questions, case study scenarios, projects, presentations, observations, reports and portfolios. Methods of assessment are based on the job role and evidence is collected via a simulated work environment or workplace created on-campus. Skills are assessed holistically during the practical demonstration of tasks and this evidence is gathered using observation checklists which are completed by the trainer/assessor. 

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available at each campus so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations, learning guides, handouts, NMT Library catalogue and opportunities to engage with industry professionals.

Facilities and equipment may include access to relevant software (CAD, MS Office Suite), computers, printers, workplace manuals/procedures, workshops, and a simulated work environment and facilities including surveying equipment, soil testing labs, fluid labs, strength of material labs, drafting office simulations, and a workshop with hand tools, power tools and access to technicians.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 1, 2028

At this campus
This course may be delivered at North Metropolitan TAFE's East Perth and Perth Campus. Specialised classrooms are available across both campus locations and classes will be scheduled to provide student access to these facilities. Your class locations will be provided at the commencement of each semester and detailed on your timetable. Transport between both campuses is free and you can catch either the bus or train.
Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2028
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $850
  • Materials fee: $160

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 18 units. These 18 units are comprised of 12 core units and 6 elective units as listed below. Units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBCD617 Produce basic concrete drawings
  • DCSBCE602 Use basic CAD in engineering
  • DCSBFE613 Use basic fluids in engineering
  • DCSBSE612 Use basic soils in engineering
  • DCSCAD616 Use CAD in engineering
  • DCSCON632 Use construction in engineering
  • DCSGRE603 Use graphics in engineering
  • DCSMAT608 Use materials in engineering
  • DCSOEE635 Operate in an engineering environment
  • DCSPHY633 Use physics in engineering
  • DCSSOM638 Use strength of materials in engineering
  • DCSSTA634 Use statics in engineering
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • DCSBIM639 Use building information modelling (BIM) technology for a project
  • DCSBSD611 Produce basic steel drawings
  • DCSENV636 Use basic environmental concepts in engineering
  • DCSSUR614 Use surveying in engineering
  • MEM23004 Apply technical mathematics
  • MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include evidence gathering methods which have been selected in consultation with industry. This includes knowledge questions, case study scenarios, projects, presentations, observations, reports and portfolios. Methods of assessment are based on the job role and evidence is collected via a simulated work environment or workplace created on-campus. Skills are assessed holistically during the practical demonstration of tasks and this evidence is gathered using observation checklists which are completed by the trainer/assessor. 

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available at each campus so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations, learning guides, handouts, NMT Library catalogue and opportunities to engage with industry professionals.

Facilities and equipment may include access to relevant software (CAD, MS Office Suite), computers, printers, workplace manuals/procedures, workshops, and a simulated work environment and facilities including surveying equipment, soil testing labs, fluid labs, strength of material labs, drafting office simulations, and a workshop with hand tools, power tools and access to technicians.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

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Last updated on August 31, 2026