New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Civil Engineering)
Civil
A course by
NMIT
Gain the technical skills to become a qualified civil engineering technician, working on the design, construction, and management of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and buildings.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Nelson, Nelson
It will take a total of 2 years
Core skills this course teaches
Perform technical operations to engineering standards
Competently perform technical operations meeting the ethical and professional responsibilities of the engineering profession.
Work collaboratively in engineering teams
Work within team environments to deliver comprehensive civil engineering services.
Apply professional standards and New Zealand regulations
Apply principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, the Resource Management Act, and Health & Safety in Employment Act during professional activities.
What You're Signing Up For
This two-year full-time NZQA Level 6 diploma provides hands-on training to develop the technical knowledge and skills required for a career as a civil engineering technician. Students will learn how to plan, design, and manage construction of various infrastructure including buildings, roads, rail, dams, and bridges. The programme features small class sizes, industry projects, and practical experiences in both the classroom and the field.
Course Content
- Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Technical Literacy
- Materials (Civil)
- Land Surveying 1
- Structures 1
- Civil and Structural Drawing
- Geotechnical Engineering 1
- Civil Materials
- Fluid Mechanics (Civil)
- Highway Engineering 1
- Hydraulics (Civil)
- Highway Engineering 1
- Structures 2
- Engineering Surveying
- Engineering Project
- Engineering Management 1
- Engineering Project (advanced)
- Highway Engineering 2
- Geotechnical Engineering 2
- Traffic Engineering
- Structures 3
- Water and Wastewater Systems
- Water and Waste Management
- Land Surveying 2
- Civil Engineering Construction Practices
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure
Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Engineering technician roles (roads, buildings, utilities)
Civil engineering design and construction
Consulting and contracting in engineering projects