If you want to work in the design and construction of public works, civil engineering at NMIT is for you. As a civil engineer you can see your design ideas become a reality.

Civil engineers design and oversee the building of works such as:

  • roads
  • bridges
  • commercial and industrial buildings
  • water, sewage and irrigation structures
  • recreational facilities
  • car parks

The course focuses on engineering drafting skills, which will help you to find work in the industry.

In the course, you will specialise in one of the following:

  • geographic information
  • civil drafting
  • structural drafting

Gain skills and knowledge in:

  • how to take account of environmental issues
  • civil construction processes
  • interpreting and processing survey data
  • computer aided drafting
  • drawing for roads, sewers, reticulation systems and reinforced concrete
  • applying survey methods to engineering
  • fabrication techniques
  • analysing force systems
  • structural steel shop and design drawings
  • selecting engineering materials
  • using computer aided design techniques and documentation software

Available Courses (2)

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design

A blueprint for your future - work on large infrastructure projects and use your design skills to excel in the fascinating field of engineering and design.

Diploma of Engineering Drafting

Design your career for the future - work on important infrastructure in your community, bring your analytical and design skills and eye for accuracy to fruition with a Diploma of Engineering Drafting.