Skip

About Us News and Events Our History Current Vacancies Corporate Information

Links for Current Students Manage your password Moodle Student Portal Email and Apps Library and Learning Skills Student Administration and Support Submit a Student Request Campus Locations and Facilities

Staff

Links for Staff Staff Portal Forgot your password? Moodle Email and Apps Virtual Desktop

Personalised for LOCAL students.

Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.

Personalised for INTERNATIONAL students.

International student means; you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.

Overview Career Pathways Course details Fees & Costs Requirements Next Steps

Vet Courses

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering Design

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Design

VTAC Code: 22479VIC CRICOS: 099958E VTAC Number: Preston 6900669414, Epping 6900269414

Overview Career Pathways Course details Fees & Costs Requirements Next Steps

Overview

Campus

Epping, Preston

Campus

Epping

Duration

2 years full time / available part time

Duration

1 year

Requirements

Click here to see entry requirements

Requirements

Click here to see entry requirements

Next Intake

February

Next Intake

February

Design a future for yourself - and the world

This course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Infrastructure and Built Environment. Students learn the core concepts of civil engineering construction principles, processes and materials, advanced technology applications, structural mechanics, design and documentation of reinforced concrete and steel structures, documentation of urban roads, land surveying, 2D/3D/BIM software.

Gain essential engineering skills

In the course of your studies, you’ll learn from and work with senior civil and structural engineers involved in the design and construction of buildings, bridges, airports, dams and reticulation systems.

The Engineering Technology Programs focus on developing your employability skills and enabling you to be Industry job-ready.

Career Pathways

Where will the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering Design 22479VIC take me?

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology is a widely-recognised qualification within the engineering sector. It’s a great entry point to the industry or a foundation for further studies. You’ll graduate ready to work as a computer aided design (CAD) draftsperson, engineering assistant, assistant project manager or construction engineer, construction materials lab technician or automated systems worker, depending on your stream. You may work in a range of industries, including building construction, steel fabrication, machinery handling or food and beverage production.

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Draftsperson
Technical officer with roads / water authority or local council
Assistant Project Manager / Construction Engineer
Contracts Administrator
Reinforcement Scheduling
Construction Materials Laboratory Technician
Estimating & Project Costing

Study Pathways

Upon successful completion of the Advanced Diploma, you will receive 12 subjects/1.5 years credit into our Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil).

“I really enjoyed my time here, I really felt that I had a lot of support.”

Rebecca Lincoln

Engineering Technology Graduate

Portrait of student Rebecca wearing Hi-Vis

Course Details

How you will study

Each course has a dedicated learning method that is designed to let you thrive in your studies.

On-campus

Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute. Visit the How You'll Study page for more information.

Assessment Methods

written activities/assignments/reports
oral questioning/demonstration/observation
test/quiz
portfolio presentation

Units of Study

The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.

Code	Subject	Elective	Hours
CPPBDN4004	Set up BIM-capable software and files for building design drafting projects	Elective	40
CPPBDN5013A	Develop and collaborate on building information models for small-scale building design	Elective	100
MEM16006A	Organise and communicate information	Core	20
MEM16008A	Interact with computing technology	Core	20
MEM22001A	Perform engineering activities	Core	60
MEM22002A	Manage self in an engineering environment	Core	40
MEM22013A	Coordinate engineering projects (Capstone)	Core	80
MEM23004A	Apply technical mathematics	Core	80
MEM23007A	Apply calculus to engineering tasks	Core	80
MEM23109A	Apply engineering mechanics principles	Core	60
MEM30007A	Select common engineering materials	Core	40
MEM30012A	Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment	Core	40
MEM30031A	Operate computer aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements	Core	40
MEM30033A	Use computer-operated design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models	Core	40
VU22330	Select and interpret drawings and prepare three dimensional (3D) sketches and drawings	Core	20
VU22451	Investigate advanced technology applications in the manufacturing industry and related	Core	60
VU22452	Use communication network concepts and practices in manufacturing and engineering	Core	40
VU22474	Apply principles of strength of materials to engineering problems	Core	60
VU22475	Apply scientific principles to engineering problems	Core	60
VU22484	Implement site investigation procedures	Elective	60
VU22485	Apply construction principles to civil engineering works	Elective	60
VU22486	Apply principles of materials testing to civil engineering applications	Elective	60
VU22487	Apply surveying for civil engineering projects	Elective	40
VU22488	Perform measurements and layout tasks on construction site	Elective	40
VU22489	Produce reinforced concrete drawings	Elective	40
VU22490	Produce structural steel drawings	Elective	40
VU22493	Produce drawings to enable urban road construction	Elective	40
VU22535	Apply advanced static principles to engineering problems	Core	60
VU22545	Apply environmental solutions to engineering projects	Elective	40
VU22546	Apply principles of mechanics to engineering structures	Elective	40
VU22550	Produce an engineering design for a reinforced concrete structure	Elective	40
VU22551	Produce an engineering design for a steel structure	Elective	60
VU22552	Produce advanced drawings for reinforced concrete structure	Elective	40
VU22553	Produce advanced engineering drawings for a reinforced concrete structure	Elective	40
VU22554	Apply surveying computations to engineering projects	Elective	40
VU22562	Apply principles of soil mechanics to civil engineering	Elective	60

Attend an Information Session

Our information sessions will give you an in-depth look at your chosen area of study and answer your questions about your course.

Find an information session

Fees & Costs

Tuition Fees

	Government subsidised fee	Non-subsidised fee
Tuition fee	$14900	$30250
Maximum annual amenities	$250	$250
Total payable	$15150	$30500

Per year	$16400
Per semester	$8200

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.

Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1st of November. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.

After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.

For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.

Materials

Lists of required materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department.

Fees explained

The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.

Check your eligibility here.

The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.

Check your eligibility here.

Additional expenses

The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:

$250 for full fee-paying students; and
$175 for concession-paying students studying Certificate I, II, III, or IV.

Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.

Lists of required materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department

Civil Engineering Courses at Melbourne Polytechnic

Diploma of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering 22478VIC

Engineering - Full Time - Epping, Preston

VTAC Engineering - Full Time - Preston, Epping

The Diploma of Engineering Technology 22478VIC (Civil Engineering) is a blueprint for your engineering, drafting and design future and also makes up the first year of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology 22479VIC.

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)

Architecture, Building Design and Construction, Engineering - Full Time, Part Time - Epping

CSP VTAC Architecture, Building Design and Construction, Engineering - Full Time, Part Time - Epping

Would you like a career in structural engineering, municipal engineering or construction management? Our degree will get you ready to not only work in the industry, but to one day lead it.

Requirements

successfully completion of Year 12 VCE studies, or equivalent, including units in English and Mathematics
mature age students with relevant experience may also apply
applicants without the necessary study prerequisite may be required to undertake additional bridging units of study in mathematics and communication
All applicants must have successfully completed the Diploma of Engineering Technology (22478VIC)

Academic: Australian Year 12 equivalency or higher, to include studies in mathematics or physics
English: Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0, Pearson PTE Academic 42 overall with no individual communicative skill below 36, or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.

Note: Diploma of Engineering Technology is a pre-requisite for international students

Next Steps

We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.

The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.

You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.

It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.

Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend our Skills and Job Centre, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.

For Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, you may be eligible for a VET Student Loan. Read more about them here.

If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.

When we receive your application, the International Office will be in contact with you shortly to discuss your application and provide you additional instructions.

If you'd like to speak to one of our International Office staff directly, call 1300 635 276