New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
A two-year diploma focusing on civil engineering principles, this programme equips students with the technical and theoretical knowledge to design, construct, and maintain civil infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and water systems.
NZ$8,508
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply Core Civil Engineering Principles
Demonstrate understanding and capability in core areas of civil engineering, including materials, fluid mechanics, structures, and surveying.
Solve Practical Engineering Problems
Use practical and theoretical knowledge to develop solutions for the design, construction, and maintenance of civil engineering infrastructure projects.
About This Course
The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) at Wintec provides practical and theoretical training in designing, constructing, and managing civil infrastructure like roads, bridges, harbours, and water and wastewater systems. Accredited by Engineering New Zealand (Dublin Accord signatory), this programme ensures strong national and international recognition. Students complete a set of compulsory civil and foundational modules, as well as electives relevant to their interests and intended career pathways. Graduates are prepared for technician roles in the civil engineering industry, working on diverse projects related to infrastructure and the built environment.
Course Content
- Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Technical Literacy
- Civil Materials
- Land Surveying 1
- Structures 1
- Civil and Structural Drawing
- Fluid Mechanics (Civil)
- Highway Engineering 1
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Engineering Project
- Electives (examples): Engineering Surveying, Structures 2 and 3, Geotechnical Engineering 2, Highway Engineering 2, Traffic Engineering, Water and Wastewater Systems, Water and Waste Management, Land Surveying 2, Civil Engineering and Construction Practices
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Civil engineering technician in technical/engineering workplacesRoles involving structures (roads, buildings, bridges)Water resources technician (waste/stormwater systems)Geotechnical testing and monitoring
Build skills in these industries
Civil EngineeringConstructionInfrastructure
