Looking forward to a career in surveying?
Learn how to collect and analyse spatial data for complex engineering structures, roads, railways and surface and underground mining operations.
Throughout this course you'll learn about the operation of sophisticated surveying equipment and software (including GPS) and the processing of survey data to produce computer aided engineering drawings and mine plans, building on the skills gained in the Diploma of Surveying.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills program, through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession.
^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.
- Conduct advanced GNSS control surveys
- Conduct complex engineering set-out surveys
- Conduct open pit and underground mine surveys
- Manage risk
- Monitor engineering structures
I have the following attributes:
- Good mathematics skills
- Ability to work neatly and accurately
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Good health and eyesight (which can be corrected)
- A good eye for detail
Follow the link to find further information to help you make an informed choice about the suitability of this course.
School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
Completion of the Diploma of Surveying or equivalent.
Other costs for consideration:
- Text Books
- Stationery
Typical timetable:
- 3 days per week
Other job titles may include:
- Surveyor (Mining | Engineering | Construction)
- Survey Assistant
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Graduates may be eligible for university entry.
Study options and next steps
Click on your preferred option below to get started with your application.
Semester 1, 2022
East Perth - On Campus
Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||||||
When | Semester 1, 2022 | ||||||||||||
Where | East Perth | ||||||||||||
How | On campus | ||||||||||||
Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2022. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2022
East Perth - On Campus
Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||||||
When | Semester 2, 2022 | ||||||||||||
Where | East Perth | ||||||||||||
How | On campus | ||||||||||||
Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2022. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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