Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-02 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
This advanced diploma in Civil and Structural Engineering provides comprehensive coverage of the field, including environmental issues, engineering technologies, and design. Delivered by experienced engineers, the program utilizes cutting-edge technologies and prepares graduates for careers as site supervisors, construction managers, and consulting engineers. The program's focus on practical skills ensures that graduates are equipped with the knowledge and abilities valued by employers worldwide.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Program Structure:
- The program covers a wide range of aspects to provide maximum practical coverage in the field of Civil and Structural Engineering.
- The program comprises eight threads: environmental issues, engineering technologies, drawing, 2D and 3D CAD design, building materials, roads, steel, concrete, pavement, drainage, soil, water supply, and sewerage, construction sites, and engineering management.
- Modules:
- Use building information modelling (BIM) technology for a project
- Use basic CAD in engineering
- Use graphics in engineering
- Use basic mathematics in engineering
- Use basic construction in engineering
- Use physics in engineering
- Use statics in engineering
- Use materials in engineering
- Operate in an engineering environment
- Use mathematics in engineering
- Produce basic steel drawings
- Use basic soils in engineering
- Use basic fluids in engineering
- Use surveying in engineering
- Use strength of materials in engineering
- Use CAD in engineering
- Produce basic concrete drawings
- Use basic environmental concepts in engineering
- Use basic structural analysis in engineering
- Produce advanced engineering drawings for a steel structure
- Produce drawings to enable urban road construction
- Produce engineering drawings for a rural road
- Use soils in engineering
- Use fluids in engineering
- Produce advanced engineering drawings for a reinforced concrete structure
- Use structural analysis in engineering
- Use 3D CAD in engineering
- Apply the fundamentals of professional engineering
- Produce engineering drawings for a stormwater reticulation scheme
- Produce an engineering design for a sewerage reticulation scheme
- Produce an engineering drainage design of pipes and culverts
- Produce an engineering design for a reinforced concrete structure
- Produce an advanced engineering design for a reinforced concrete structure
- Produce an engineering design for a steel structure
- Produce an advanced engineering design for a steel structure
Teaching:
- The lecturers presenting this advanced diploma are highly experienced engineers who have worked in the civil and structural engineering industry.
- The delivery methodology — live and interactive webinars with the use of state-of-the-art technologies such as remote and virtual laboratories and simulation software — ensures you graduate with cutting-edge skills that are valued by employers around the world.
Careers:
- Potential Job Outcomes:
- Site supervisor
- Senior trade managers
- Trade workers
- Construction managers
- Maintenance engineers or supervisors
- Leading hands
- Consulting engineers
- Instrument fitters and Instrumentation engineers
- Consulting engineers
Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT)
Overview:
The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is a specialized institute offering a range of engineering programs, including short courses, diplomas, undergraduate certificates, bachelor's degrees, graduate certificates, master's degrees, and a Doctor of Engineering. EIT caters to students from over 140 countries, both online and on-campus.
Services Offered:
EIT provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Student Portals & Platforms:
Access to online resources and learning materials.Library:
Access to a vast collection of engineering books and journals.Census Dates:
Information on important academic deadlines.Hardware and Software Requirements:
Guidance on necessary equipment for online learning.Pass Marks and Grading:
Clear explanation of assessment criteria and grading system.Credit Points:
Information on the credit point system used for course evaluation.Graduation:
Support and guidance for graduation requirements.Study Tips for Students:
Resources and advice for effective learning.Scholarships:
Financial assistance for eligible students.Deferring & Withdrawing:
Procedures for deferring or withdrawing from courses.Student Success Workshops:
Workshops designed to enhance student learning and success.Student Life and Campus Experience:
EIT offers both online and on-campus learning experiences. On-campus students can enjoy the benefits of a traditional campus environment, including:
Perth & Melbourne Campus:
Access to facilities and resources at the designated campuses.Campus Life:
Opportunities for social interaction and engagement with fellow students.Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry Focus:
EIT's programs are designed to meet the specific needs of the engineering industry.Accreditation:
EIT's programs are registered and accredited by the Australian Government.Expert Lecturers:
EIT employs industry-based experts as lecturers, providing real-world knowledge and experience.State-of-the-Art Technology:
EIT utilizes advanced online technologies, including remote and virtual labs, simulation software, and live stream conferencing.Flexibility:
EIT offers both online and on-campus programs, providing flexibility for students with diverse needs.Academic Programs:
EIT offers a wide range of academic programs across various engineering disciplines, including:
Civil Engineering:
Programs covering structural design, materials testing, and building information modeling.Electrical Engineering:
Programs focusing on power systems, renewable energy, and electrical wiring standards.Renewable Energy:
Programs exploring hydrogen energy, smart grids, and battery energy storage.Mechanical Engineering:
Programs covering mechanical engineering technology, hydraulics and pneumatics, and vibration analysis.Industrial Automation, Instrumentation & Process Control:
Programs specializing in PLC systems, SCADA systems, and industrial automation engineering.Data Comms & Industrial IT:
Programs focusing on industrial data communications, networking, and industrial internet of things.Electronic Engineering:
Programs covering biomedical engineering and illumination engineering.Engineering Management:
Programs designed to enhance leadership and management skills for engineers.Safety, Risk & Reliability:
Programs focusing on safety instrumentation systems, hazardous areas, and risk assessment.Other:
EIT is one of the only institutes globally specializing in engineering. The institute's unique methodology combines industry-based expertise with advanced online technologies to provide a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
Entry Requirements:
Student applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and the following minimum entry requirements are to be strictly adhered to: Online delivery entry requirements: • Applicants must have at least an Australian Year 12 or Cert III trade qualification (or equivalent) in a related field; AND • They must have at least 2 years’ work experience in a related field OR • At least 4 years’ work experience in a related field – subject to acceptance of an application for Credit to Entry AND • Satisfactory English language proficiency at an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent); OR A specified level of achievement in a recognised English language test such as IELTS (or equivalent) at a score of at least 5.5 (with no individual band score less than 5.0), or equivalent; OR • Satisfactory completion of another course offered by EIT, or by another tertiary institution, in English.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Satisfactory English language proficiency at an English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education (or equivalent); OR A specified level of achievement in a recognised English language test such as IELTS (or equivalent) at a score of at least 5.5 (with no individual band score less than 5.0), or equivalent; OR • Satisfactory completion of another course offered by EIT, or by another tertiary institution, in English.
