Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII60520) is designed for individuals seeking to work as senior civil works designers or para-professional designers supporting engineers. 

This qualification focuses on developing specialised, complex, and technical knowledge required to design large-scale civil projects. Students will gain the ability to manage design processes, implement client requirements, apply safe design principles, and provide solutions to technical and management problems. 

Graduates of this program will be prepared for senior-level roles where they oversee civil design projects and support organisational strategy in the construction industry. 

Licensing and certification requirements for this qualification vary across states and industry sectors. Students are advised to check with relevant regulatory bodies before applying

All resources, including CAD software, unit guides, and case studies, are provided as part of your tuition. Trainers integrate real-world examples to ensure your learning is industry-relevant. 

Training is delivered face-to-face at ACTB’s Brisbane campus. Assessments are varied and may include: 

• Written questions 

• Reports 

• Presentations 

• Projects 

• Role plays / Observations 

• Location: 100 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, QLD 4006 

• Delivery Mode: Face-to-face (classroom-based) 

• Duration: 104 weeks (88 study weeks + 16 holiday weeks) 

• Study Load: 20 classroom hours per week + approx. 5 self-study hours 

• Work Placement: 240 hours 

There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and ACTB requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:

• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Advanced or English for Academic Purposes Upper Advanced level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that ACTB is able to provide.
• Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLND skills.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.

Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLND to be conducted during the time of admission to assist ACTB to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with ACTB. We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:

• Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
• Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
• All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.

Students must complete 12 units (5 core + 7 electives) to achieve this qualification. 

Core Units 

• BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness 

• BSBPMG632 Manage program risk 

• BSBWHS616 Apply safe design principles to control WHS risk 

• RIICWD601E Manage civil works design process 

• RIIQUA601E Establish and maintain a quality system 

Elective Units (selected) 

• BSBPMG530 Manage project scope 

• BSBPMG532 Manage project quality 

• BSBPMG531 Manage project time 

• RIICWD533E Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures 

• RIILAT402E Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams 

• RIICWD535E Prepare detailed design of civil timber structures 

• BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement 

• Tuition Fee: AUD $17,000

• Non-Tuition Fee: AUD $1,250 

• Total Course Fee: AUD $ 18,250

ACTB provides advanced training that blends theory with practical civil design applications. With small class sizes, access to industry-standard software, and expert trainers, students graduate ready to make an impact in the civil construction industry. 

Study in Brisbane with ACTB and prepare to design and manage tomorrow’s civil infrastructure.