Civil and Structural Engineering Associate (NSW/ACT)

State/Territory Specific Information

Education and Training:

To become a civil and structural engineering associate you usually have to complete a VET qualification in civil or structural engineering that is recognised by Engineers Australia. Entry to these courses usually requires you to gain your HSC/ ACT Year 12. As subjects and prerequisites can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for further information. You may be able to study through distance education.

Additional Information:

Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Society of Engineering Associates and Engineers Australia as Engineering Associates.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

  1. Perform Basic Spatial Drafting (Training Program)
  2. Certificate III in Spatial Information Services *
  3. Certificate IV in Civil Construction Design *
  4. Certificate IV in Civil Construction Operations *
  5. Certificate IV in Structural Design *
  6. Diploma of Engineering *
  7. Diploma of Engineering Drafting
  8. Diploma of Manufacturing Technology - Structural Steel Detailing
  9. Advanced Diploma of Engineering *
  10. Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design
  11. Advanced Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
  12. Bachelor of Engineering - Civil *
  13. Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Project Management
  14. Bachelor of Engineering Science *
  15. Bachelor of Engineering Science / Bachelor of Laws

Employment Opportunities:

Civil and structural engineering associates are employed in building and construction companies; federal, state or territory government departments; and local government councils. They are also employed by architectural and engineering consultancy firms. There are opportunities for contract work.

The major area of employment is engineering drafting. Demand is usually dependent on the activities in the construction industry.

For Further Information:

Careers Centre

1300 366 613
www.engineersaustralia.org.au

Engineer Your Career

www.engineeryourcareer.org.au

Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia (IPWEA)

(02) 9267 6677
www.ipwea.org.au

Information for other states and territories: