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New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
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The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) has been developed by a national consortium of tertiary providers, in conjunction with industry, to prepare graduates for a career in the diverse field of civil engineering.
Civil engineers are involved in a variety of projects from planning roads and designing structures to constructing and maintaining bridges, railways and harbours. Students gain a solid grounding in a variety of civil engineering areas.
Students will learn to apply civil engineering theory to practice and competently perform technical operations in a variety of construction practices.
| Programme Code | MN4446 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Full time or part time |
| Qualification | New Zealand Diploma |
| Duration | Two years full time (MIT offers Year One only) |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February (limited July entry) |
| Level | 6 |
| Credits | 240 |
Offered by
Faculty of Engineering and Trades - School of Mechanical and Civil Engineering and Trades
Entry Requirements
- Gained a maximum total of 16 in best four Sixth Form Certificate subjects or equivalent
- A minimum of 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 and above or
- Have successfully completed an appropriate certificate at Level 3 or above or
- Have attained the age of 20 years on or before the first day of the semester in which study for the diploma is to commence and can provide evidence of appropriate work or other experience.
All applicants are required to have achieved a minimum standard of English. NCEA: 12 credits at Level 2 and above. IELTS score of no less than 6.0 (with no sub-test score lower than 5.0) or a TOEFL score of no less than 550 or equivalent.
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Cost
$4,500 (approx)
International Student Fees
$18,700 per year
Programme Summary
The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) recognises the skills and knowledge needed to gain employment in civil engineering where the application of analytical, industrial, laboratory and fieldwork skills is required. The emphasis is on a synergy between cognitive and practical skills in civil engineering, to enable graduates to carry out the procedures associated with technical investigations and to process and report on the results of those investigations clearly and concisely.
Courses include:
- Civil Drawing
- Engineering Materials
- Engineering Mathematics
- Geology
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Hydraulics/Hydrology
- Land Surveying
- Structures 1
- Structural Drawing
Courses
| 242.308 | Mechanics |
| 242.402 | Geology |
| 242.403 | Geotechnical Engineering 1 |
| 242.404 | Land Surveying |
| 242.405 | Engineering Mathematics 1B |
| 242.406 | Engineering Mathematics 1A |
| 242.408 | Engineering Materials |
| 242.409 | Hydraulics/Hydrology |
| 242.501 | Civil Drawing |
| 242.502 | Structural Drawing |
| 243.421 | Structures 1 |
Further Training or Study
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Career Opportunities
Positions such as Engineering Technicians with building and construction companies, municipal and environmental authorities, mining companies, harbour boards and civil engineering consultancies. The type of work can involve design and construction of roads, bridges, tunnels, sewerage and water supply systems, hydro-electric power projects, river and harbour works, soil conservation and structural drawing.
