New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6) (Block Course Delivery)
Civil
A course by
WITT
Gain the skills and competencies to become a civil engineering technician. This Level 6 diploma is delivered via block courses and supported distance learning, and prepares graduates for technical roles in civil engineering projects and infrastructure.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
It will take a total of 2 years
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Perform technical operations to professional standards
Carry out engineering operations according to standards, ethical, and professional responsibilities required by the engineering profession.
Work collaboratively in engineering teams
Operate successfully within team environments to provide a comprehensive engineering service in the civil engineering field.
Apply health, safety, and legal considerations
Account for the principles of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, Resource Management Act 1991, and the Treaty of Waitangi during engineering activities.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6) offers comprehensive training for those seeking to become skilled civil engineering technicians capable of working on roads, buildings, and utilities. The programme covers mechanical, civil, electrical or electronic engineering fundamentals but is primarily focused on civil engineering. Learning is delivered through block courses supported by distance learning, available New Zealand wide and designed for domestic students. You’ll gain critical technical, project management, and safety skills to operate within a technician's scope of practice in the civil engineering sector.
Course Content
- Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Technical Literacy
- Structures 1
- Civil and Structural Drawing
- Fluid Mechanics (Civil)
- Highway Engineering 1
- Engineering Surveying
- Geotechnical Engineering 1
- Civil Materials
- Land Surveying 1
- Engineering Management
- Engineering Project
- Geotechnical Engineering 2
- Highway Engineering 2
- Traffic Engineering
- Water and Wastewater Systems
- Water and Waste Management
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 including at least 12 credits in Maths, or equivalent knowledge, life skills, work experience or study
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure
Public Works Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Civil Engineering Technician (roads, buildings, utilities)
Technical engineering roles in civil projects
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