Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Surveying
Diploma of Surveying
CPP50112
J357
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/10/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 27/11/2012 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
Qualification requirements
This qualification applies to those who provide guidance in surveying activity. They analyse, design and execute judgements using wide-ranging technical, creative and conceptual competencies. Their knowledge base may be highly specialised or broad within the surveying field and they may be responsible for group outcomes.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in sixteen (16) units of competency:- seven (7) core units
- nine (9) elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- up to nine (9) units from the elective units listed below.
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualifications in CPP07 or another current Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE802 | CPPSIS5047A | Conduct an advanced GNSS data collection and set out survey | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE803 | CPPSIS5048A | Conduct an engineering survey | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE813 | CPPSIS5058A | Conduct geodetic surveying | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WE805 | CPPSIS5050A | Create engineering drawings | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WE808 | CPPSIS5053A | Perform advanced surveying computations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WE809 | CPPSIS5054A | Perform geodetic surveying computations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WE786 | CPPSIS5031A | Plan spatial data collection and validation | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to nine (9) units may be chosen from the elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D227 | CPP50107 | Diploma of Surveying | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAI4 | CPP50116 | Diploma of Surveying | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships