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Civil Engineering Draftsperson

OSCA 313131·ANZSCO 312211

Employed

7,700

Part-time share

14.2%

Female share

18.4%

Median age

40 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Civil Engineering Draftsperson is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Civil Construction Design, Diploma of Civil Construction Design, Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, and Diploma of Engineering Technology.

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About this career

Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists.

What they typically do

  • Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering projects
  • Uses computer design software to convert civil engineering sketches into digital documents
  • Creates topographical and relief maps of locations hosting new civil development projects
  • Incorporates design changes and updates into existing drawings and plans based on feedback from engineers and architects

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
31.4%
NSW
25.2%
VIC
19.6%
WA
13.8%
SA
6.4%
TAS
2%
ACT
1.4%
NT
0.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Civil Engineering Draftsperson.

  • Certificate IV in Civil Construction Design

    RII40820 · AQF 4 · 1 providers

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  • Diploma of Civil Construction Design

    RII50520 · AQF 5 · 107 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

    RII60520 · AQF 6 · 195 providers

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  • Diploma of Engineering Technology

    22699VIC · AQF 5 · 4 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology

    22700VIC · AQF 6 · 3 providers

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