RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Civil Construction Design

RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

CRICOS Code: 114555F
Duration: 101 weeks (80 weeks study + 21 weeks breaks)

This qualification reflects the role of an individual working as a senior civil works designer or a para-professional designer, who supports professional engineers. They perform tasks that are broad, specialised, complex and technical and include strategic areas and initiating activities. They are responsible for the design of complex projects to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements and are required to demonstrate self-directed application of theoretical and technical knowledge and initiate solutions to technical problems or management requirements.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations 

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.

International students

Whilst there are no entry requirements specified in the training package, ABCI requires the following course entry criteria to be met:

  • Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencement; and
  • Successful completion of Australian Year 12 qualification or equivalent; and
  • Hold a valid and current study visa; and
  • Hold a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent; and
  • Participate in a suitability interview prior to enrolment and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm and ability to undertake this qualification.

In addition, applicants Must:

  • Have access to a personal laptop with access to MS Office or similar. 

To attain the qualification RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, 12 units of competency must be completed.

Total Number of Units12
Number of Core Units5
Number of Elective Units7

ABCI has selected the elective units that are most appropriate to meet industry requirements. The selection of electives has been made in consideration with the complexity of skill appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification. 

Unit code Unit name Core/elective
BSBPMG632 Manage program risk Core
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness Core
BSBWHS616 Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks Core
RIICWD601E Manage civil works design processes Core
RIIQUA601E Establish and maintain a quality system Core
BSBSTR601 Manage innovation and continuous improvement Elective
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans Elective
RIICWD526E Prepare detailed traffic analysis Elective
RIICWD512E Prepare detailed design of motorways and interchanges Elective
RIILAT402E Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams Elective
BSBPMG530 Manage project scope Core
MEM30031 Operate computer-aided design (CAD) systems to produce basic drawing elements Elective
*Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety ^Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite of SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery +Indicates the unit has a work placement component.

This qualification provides a potential pathway for employment as any of the following:

  • Civil Engineering Construction Supervisor
  • Civil Engineering Draftsperson
  • Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
  • Civil Engineering Technician
  • Senior Civil Works Designer

ABCI does not guarantee employment outcomes for students studying this qualification. 

Students may enter this qualification with no prior experience or qualifications.
After satisfactory completion of this qualification, a student may progress to higher education courses.

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This course is delivered face to face.
Assessment methods include:

  • Written questions
  • Project portfolios
  • Unsupervised study (5 hours per week)
International students are required to study 20 hours per week.

Study this qualification at our campus locations:
Level 1, 142 North Terrace Adelaide SA 5000
Suite 4.16 – 4.17, 343 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

ABCI recognises all AQF qualifications issued by another Registered Training Organisation. Credit transfer will be granted upon presentation of certified copies of qualifications. ABCI reserves the right to confirm the authenticity of any qualifications presented for credit transfer. 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be recognised upon successful completion of an RPL assessment in accordance with ABCI policy. If RPL is awarded, a student may receive credits towards their qualification and course duration will be adjusted accordingly.