VET

Diploma of Surveying

Technical and Further Education Commission

This qualification reflects the role of skilled surveying technicians who hold advanced surveying skills and perform duties in the field involving the performance of precise measurements and setting out of structures using specialised surveying equipment. In the office they map o

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Senior Technical Officer

Duration

1.4 years (75 weeks)

Fees

AU$ 27,550 Annually

Salary

Strong earning potential

Course Description

This qualification reflects the role of skilled surveying technicians who hold advanced surveying skills and perform duties in the field involving the performance of precise measurements and setting out of structures using specialised surveying equipment. In the office they map onsite measurements and draft plans.

Surveying skills are applied in a range of industry contexts, including town planning, civil construction, mining, engineering, agriculture and defence.  

Cadastral surveying must be undertaken under the supervision of a registered surveyor. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian traineeship pathway.

Career Outcomes

Senior Technical Officer

Plans and conducts tasks to collect, record, process and manipulate survey and spatial data for end products

CRICOS Details

Diploma of Surveying is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Technical and Further Education Commission in 031101 - Surveying.

  • CRICOS course code: 105240M
  • Provider: Technical and Further Education Commission
  • Course level: Diploma
  • Study level: VET
  • Field of education: 031101 - Surveying
  • National qualification code: CPP50121
  • Dual qualification: No
  • Foundation studies: No
  • Work component: No
  • Course language: English
  • Duration: 1.4 years (75 weeks)
  • Locations: ULTIMO, NSW

This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.