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OverviewAbout this course
Develop your leadership skills for advanced roles in surveying across industries like mining, defence, engineering and more. Build experience using surveying technology and gain critical skills to become a surveying technician or engineering surveyor.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Collect, store and analyse surveying data
Use Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), total station theodolites and digital levels
Use Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software
Maintain surveying equipment
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Exposure to highly realistic surveying work settings
Competence performing technical mathematics and Excel computations
Confidence using popular surveying tools and technology like Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD), Geographic Information System (GIS), total station theodolites and digital levels
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Successful completion of the Certificate IV in Surveying, the Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services (Surveying) as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate or
Significant, relevant work experience where your tasks and capabilities reflect the maths and Excel units of competency in the above Certificate IV qualifications, as evidenced by a letter from your employer or resume
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
A Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs and to provide you with the appropriate support for your study success.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Advanced numeracy skills
An excellent knowledge of industry software
The ability to provide your own personal protective equipment (PPE) consisting of covered shoes, a long-sleeve fluoro shirt, a wide-brimmed sunhat and long pants
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture 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 technician, Survey technician , Engineering surveyor and Surveying supervisor
Licensing
Further study and other requirements are necessary following the Diploma of Surveying if you wish to become qualified as a registered surveyor in NSW. Visit the Board of Surveying and Spatial Information for more information on gaining surveying registration. A white card (or general construction induction card) is required for any worker who needs to access a construction site. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements. Visit the SafeWork website for more information on applying for your white card.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Diploma of Surveying does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Diploma of Surveying 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.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Surveying qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 16 units of competency, including 8 core and 8 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 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.
Perform complex surveying computationsCPPSSI5053
Conduct precision surveysCPPSSI5057
Conduct geodetic surveysCPPSSI5058
Perform geodetic surveying computationsCPPSSI5054
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