Overview
Conducts tests of construction materials, prepares sketches and tabulations, and assists in estimating costs in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skills
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
Tasks
- preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures
- performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing
- interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment
- collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations
- estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
- inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work
- conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys
Specialisations
- Civil Engineering Assistant
- Civil Laboratory Technician
- Geotechnical Laboratory Technician
Related Occupations
Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.
Training Pathways
4 courses found.
- Course name:
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RII60620: Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
- View on:
- Training.gov.au
- Providers:
- Course name:
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RII50420: Diploma of Civil Construction Management
- View on:
- Training.gov.au
- Providers:
- Course name:
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MEM50119: Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade
- View on:
- Training.gov.au
- Funded under:
- Higher Level Skills Program (Subsidy)
- Offered as:
- Traineeship
- Providers:
- Course name:
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52896WA: Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (Materials Testing)
- View on:
- Training.gov.au
- Providers:
| Course name | Providers |
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RII60620: Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
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RII50420: Diploma of Civil Construction Management
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MEM50119: Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade
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52896WA: Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (Materials Testing)
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