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National code: CPP30226
Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
Overview
About this course
Build core skills in surveying and spatial information services. Explore career options and gain experience using industry-standard technology. Complete this course ready to work as a surveying or spatial information services assistant.
Outcomes
What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
read, design and produce maps
collect surveying data
perform simple surveying computations
work with spatial data
operate specialised software
provide field support for surveying and spatial projects.
Course outcomes
Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.
A nationally accredited Certificate III qualification.
Experience producing maps and plans for surveys.
The skills to conduct spatial data storage and management.
The ability to collect surveying data and provide field support services.
Strong pathways to continue your studies and improve your job options.
Suitability
Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
Non-traineeship
There are no entry requirements. You can enrol now.
Traineeship
You must be employed as a trainee in the industry.
Your Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) must submit your Training Proposal Plan (TPP).
Visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page for more information.
Completion requirements
During your study you'll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
a general construction induction card (white card) before entering a construction site. You can get your white card during the course or through a TAFE NSW campus that offers this service with an accredited assessor. Visit the Service NSW website for more information.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
moderate computer skills to work with complex software and spreadsheets
good communication skills
an eye for detail
access to a computer or laptop to complete study at home
Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills at a Year 12 high school level.
Note:
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills test. This helps us to understand your individual study needs. We’ll make sure your LLND skills match the demands of the course. We can create a plan that supports your study success.
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
Find Your Fit
This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.
Pathways
Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Surveying or Spatial Science Technician
Surveying or Spatial Science Technicians collect, record and evaluate spatial information and prepare databases, maps, charts and plans in support of Surveyors, Cartographers or Other Spatial Scientists.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
91%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
400 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
41 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$1,330
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
40 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
High
Gender share
25% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Moderate Growth
Other jobs include: surveying field assistant and spatial information services assistant.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study4 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.
The Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 11 units of competency, including 6 core and 5 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units - 6
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Prepare to work safely in the construction industryCPCWHS1001
Produce basic mapsCPPSSI3011
Collect basic surveying dataCPPSSI3015
Produce basic plans of surveysCPPSSI3019
TAFE NSW services
Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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