1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, 2006  
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UNIT GROUP 3122 CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAFTSPERSONS AND TECHNICIANS


    CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAFTSPERSONS AND TECHNICIANS assist in civil engineering research, design, construction, operations and maintenance.

    Indicative Skill Level:
    Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

    In Australia:

      AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

    In New Zealand:
      NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

    At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

    Registration or licensing may be required.

    Tasks Include:

    • preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures
    • performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing
    • interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment
    • collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations
    • estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
    • inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work
    • conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys

    Occupations:
      312211 Civil Engineering Draftsperson
      312212 Civil Engineering Technician

312211 CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAFTSPERSON

    Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.

    Skill Level: 2

    Specialisations:

      Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
      Plumbing Engineering Draftsperson
      Road Design Draftsperson
      Sewage Reticulation Drafting Officer
      Structural Engineering Drafting Officer

312212 CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

    Conducts tests of construction materials, prepares sketches and tabulations, and assists in estimating costs in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.

    Skill Level: 2

    Specialisations:

      Civil Engineering Assistant
      Civil Laboratory Technician
      Geotechnical Laboratory Technician








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