Diploma In Civil Engineering (Level 7)
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The Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building and Construction) is designed to develop students’ knowledge and skills progressively in line with current requirements in the building and construction industry. The programme includes 12 papers of level 5 to 7 with a total of 240 credits. The programme will enable students to understand a variety of concepts, processes and procedures relevant to the building and construction industry.
This programme is specifically designed to enhance learners’ knowledge and skills in building structures, construction materials theory, building conservation, earthquake engineering, construction contract administration, and project planning, scheduling, costing, execution and monitoring. The knowledge achieved through this qualification will enable graduates to select and apply appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative techniques in order to identify engineering problems, apply an analytical approach to solve those problems to come up with engineering solutions contributing towards building structure and construction related decision making.
Applicants must have a Diploma in Civil Engineering – Level 5 or equivalent knowledge and skills. If English is not their first language and for international students an overall IELTS band score of at least 6.0 is required with no band score lower than 5.5, or evidence must be provided of equivalent English language proficiency.
You can use the English language tests in the table below to meet ICA’s English language requirements. You must satisfy the requirements in one sitting and the results are valid for two years from the date on the test certificate.
You can use the English language tests in the table below to meet the ICA’s English language requirements. You must satisfy the requirements in one sitting, and results are valid for two years from the date on the test certificate.
| Test | Minimum Requirements |
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| IELTS (Academic) | Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 5.5 |
| Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) | Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20) |
| Paper-based TOEFL | Score of 550 (with an essay score of 5 TWE) |
| Cambridge English: ESOL | FCE with a Pass at Grade B or CAE with a Score of 52 |
| NZCEL | Level 4 (Academic) |
| Pearson Test of English (Academic) | Overall band score of 50 with no individual band score less than 42 |
| City & Guilds IESOL | B2 Communicator with a Score of 66 |
RPL addresses previous qualifications and relevant experience including:
Maximum 50% of cross credits may be awarded through RPL and APL. Credit transefrs can be done for all the subjects already passed.The student needs to apply for cross credits at the time of admission application. Once a course of study is approved, then it will not be considered for cross credits.
The following six options are available for achieving the version one maximum of six prescriptions (120 credits) by cross credit/APL:
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Option 1: |
6 Papers (120 cr) |
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Option 2: |
5 Papers (100 cr) |
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Option 3: |
4 Papers (80 cr) |
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Option 4: |
3 Papers (60 cr) |
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Option 5: |
2 Papers (40 cr) |
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Option 6: |
1 Paper (20 cr) |
Applicants have completed their bachelor in engineering and want to study advanced courses in accordance with the needs of the New Zealand market.
This programme aims to provide students with advanced theoretical knowledge, analytical and practical skills, and in-depth understanding of technological principles, techniques and physical procedures required for employment in the civil engineering industry including building and construction. Students will acquire conceptual knowledge and practical skills in research, consultancy, planning, design, development, operation and maintenance founded on scientific principles, upon which civil engineering is based.
Graduates of this programme will also possess the advanced knowledge and skills required to select and apply appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative techniques in order to identify engineering problems, apply an analytical approach to solve those problems to come up with engineering solutions to the various segments of the building and construction industry and service the industry needs. By producing skilled graduates, this will benefit New Zealand in dealing with the increasing demand of more professionals required to design, create and build structures efficiently.
The programme has been designed for students who have already completed a course of study in civil engineering at Level 5, or who have equivalent knowledge and skills, and wish to acquire more specialist knowledge and skills in accordance with industry requirements. It will also benefit individuals who are employed in the civil engineering industry and would like to gain further credentials that will support their career.
This paper aims to develop theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills in the learners by understanding and practising key concepts of different branches of mathematics, compulsory for engineers. The primary focus of the paper is to build the learners’ capabilities to solve engineering problems using contemporary mathematical techniques. On completion, the learners will be equipped with key concepts and tools of mathematics to solve complex engineering problems.
This paper aims to provide an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of engineering drawing and drafting concepts. The primary focus of the paper is to develop the learners’ abilities in free hand sketching, drafting, and computer drawing tools. On completion of the course, the learner will be able to design and draft various civil engineering components by computer aided tools.
The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and skills to understand and use multipurpose land information systems. The paper focuses on surveying, levelling and geographic information systems (GIS). On completion of the course, the learner will be able to understand and use reference systems, cadastral information, and land planning applications in accordance with current industry practices.
This paper aims to equip learners with fundamental knowledge and skills of land surveying. The course focuses on levelling and surveying process and techniques. On completion of the course, the learner will be able to carry out surveys for different building structures and set out site plans.
This paper aims to enhance the learners’ theoretical knowledge and skills of the advanced topics in the field of structural concrete, including the use of new design concepts, construction techniques, and materials. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to comprehensively understand the behaviour of concrete under different conditions when used in civil works.
This paper aims to develop the learners’ knowledge of load distribution and design considerations in different structural systems. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to evaluate different structures for their use in civil works.
The paper aims to prepare the learners with knowledge and skills required for seismic analysis and design of structures by taking into consideration the available seismic design codes and fundamentals of dynamic soil response. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to understand the behaviour, and analyse and design structures under seismic loads In accordance with industry practices.
The aim of this paper is to acquaint learners with design concepts and detailed understanding of the characteristics of timber and steel structures. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to design timber and steel structures in accordance with the current design codes.
This paper aims to provide an advanced knowledge of the design requirements for a multi-storey building structure. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to evaluate the design of a multi-storey structure in accordance with current building standards.
This paper aims to enhance the learners’ theoretical knowledge and understanding of built heritage, archaeological sites and building monuments. On completion of the course, the learners will be able to evaluate the behaviour of historic structures under different conditions and apply the conservation techniques to increase their lives.
This paper aims to prepare learners for overall management of construction projects keeping in view the available resources. The paper covers a wide range of topics from project initiation, planning, scheduling to control of economics and finances. On completion of the course, the learner will be able to manage common medium-sized construction projects successfully.
This paper aims to enhance problem-solving, technical capabilities and social responsibilities of the learners by proposing, planning, designing and testing a practical civil engineering project in the area of building and construction. The primary focus of the paper is to develop the learners’ skills to research, propose, plan, develop, and test a civil engineering project with a suitable amount of supervision and mentoring facilities.
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