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Associate Degree in Civil and Structural Engineering (Design Drafting)


 National Code: CRS1400353
 TAFE SA Code: AC00080


2025 start

Description

Civil and structural engineering underpins the planning, design and construction of private and public buildings and facilities, and our transport and water infrastructure. Become a highly trained paraprofessional with this associate degree covering construction practice, mathematics, computing for engineering, basic drawing, construction geotechnics, water infrastructure, civil drawing, structural analysis, environmental engineering, computer science, and project management. Your studies will combine theoretical study and practical skills, with an emphasis on the strong drafting skills that are in demand by the engineering consulting industry. TAFE SA developed this course in response to the growing workforce needs of the sector in South Australia. Be employed as a design drafter or technical officer and take your place in this expanding industry. Or enhance your qualifications and fast-track to a university degree with our customised study pathways. Be yourself with TAFE SA.

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24 months 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

Locations & Applications

Campus / Location
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Study Mode
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Scheduled
Regency Park

952355

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time
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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Part Time

Part Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • Certificate III or higher in an Engineering related area; or
  • Completion of Year 12 and Year 12 Specialist Mathematics OR Mathematical Methods OR General Mathematics or equivalent with a minimum ATAR of 60; or
  • Satisfactory achievement in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with a minimum score of 140
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course.

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Attendance Requirements (subject to change)
Some classes may also be run at Tonsley Campus.

Fees

Average cost per semester
Full Fee
$6,849
$27,394

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Civil and Structural Engineering underpins the planning, design and construction of private and public buildings and facilities, bridges and roads, water infrastructure and more. The industry has two major branches: design (also known as engineering consulting) and construction. The Associate Degree in Civil and Structural Engineering (Design Drafting) was developed by TAFE SA to respond to the workforce development needs of the engineering consulting industry in South Australia. This industry is in need of specialised highly trained paraprofessional staff. You will work as a design drafter or technical officer supporting engineers. Your work may involve preparing drawings, documentation and specifications, inspecting works and cost estimation.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Associate Degree in Civil and Structural Engineering (Design Drafting) (CRS1400353)
    Topics include construction practice, mathematics, computing for engineering, basic drawing, construction geotechnics, water infrastructure, civil drawing, structural analysis, environmental engineering, computer science and project management. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 15 core units and 2 elective units.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Civil and Structural Engineering Project 144
    Civil Drafting 144
    Computing for Engineering 144
    Construction Geotechnics 144
    Engineering Drafting 144
    Engineering Mechanics 144
    Engineering Workshop 144
    Materials for Engineering 144
    Mathematics 1 144
    Mathematics 2 144
    Project Management 144
    Structural Analysis 144
    Structural Design Drafting 144
    Water Infrastructure 144

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Advanced BIM (Building Information Modelling) 144
    Building Services Drafting 144
    Environmental Engineering 144
    Mathematics 3 144

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Associate Degree in Civil and Structural Engineering (Design Drafting)
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