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Civil Engineering and Built Environment

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Southbank Institute of Technology Program Guide 2013 3

CONTENTS

04 Why you should study with us

05 Student profile

06 Civil ENgiNEEriNg aNd BuildiNg dESigN

08 iNTEriOr dESigN aNd arChiTECTural aNd Cad STudiES

10 How to apply for enrolment

11 Campus map

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Check out southbank.edu.au for the latest vET FEE-HElP

course information.

IS yoUR CoURSE vET FEE-hElP aPPrOvEd?

Information and courses contained within this booklet are correct as at June 2012 and are subject to change at any time without notice. For up to date information call 13 72 48 or visit southbank.edu.au

SoUTHBANk INSTITUTE oF TECHNoloGyWhy you should study with us

yoU ARE oUR NUMBER 1. Whether you are just starting out on your post-school study, up-skilling for your current career, or changing your career to discover a new you, we are here to assist you on your journey as your teacher, your support team and your lifelong-learning partner.

CoURSES THAT MATTER. our courses are designed to help you develop the skill set you need to not only achieve the job you want, but to achieve ongoing success in today’s fast-changing work environment. We focus on practical, industry-relevant training so you graduate as a valuable asset to your employer - job-ready, capable and confident.

At SBIT you can choose to study from a broad range of program areas including health sciences, engineering, digital media and IT, hospitality and tourism, creative industries, business services, science and more. And if you want to study further, there are over 250 pathways from our courses to major universities that award credit for SBIT studies.

ToP TEACHERS. Imagine having industry knowledge ‘on tap’. Enter our learning spaces and that’s what you get. our teachers are respected and experienced industry professionals who are passionate about passing their knowledge down the line to you. Time after time our students tell us how much they appreciate our dedicated teaching staff – they were born to teach, and they are here for you.

loCATIoN, loCATIoN, loCATIoN. you couldn’t want for a better location than SBIT. our sparkling new campus is equipped to provide you with a world class education in a world class teaching environment. on your door step you have the South East Busway, South Bank Railway Station, CityCat and all the cultural and café vibrancy of South Bank’s riverside parklands. And just a short hop away – Brisbane CBD to one side, and the great vibe of West End to the other.

WHERE To FRoM HERE?visit southbank.edu.au for detailed information on courses and study options, or contact us on 13 72 48. Grab a copy of our Student Guide for a heads-up on our support services and facilities or find it online at southbank.edu.au/studentguide. Then follow the enrolment process outlined in the back of this brochure – we are waiting here to welcome you!

*Source: National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), 2011 Summary of Graduate Outcomes.

84.2%* of Southbank institute of Technology graduates go on to further study or secure a job.

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STUDENT PRoFIlE


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“SBIT has set me on a great pathway to success completing a two year diploma and three year degree all in just three years of study.”

Theresa looi, Diploma of Interior Technology.

CIvIl ENGINEERING AND BUIlDING DESIGN

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering

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Course No Duration Entry criteriaHED001QTAC code155948

2 years (full-time),4 years (part-time)

year 12 or equivalent with a sound achievement in English, or a recognised Certificate III or Iv. year 12 maths A or equiva-lent is assumed knowledge. Though not essential, it is recommended.

you can enrol in the above diploma or the pathway course below. Successful completion guarantees direct entry, with study credits, into the university degree without the need to re-apply through QTAC.

Course No Pathways to universityQTAC code 155994

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Bachelor of Engineering – Civil (QUT). 4 ½ years in total.

QTAC code 155990

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Bachelor of Engineering – Civil (University of Southern Queensland). 4 ½ years in total.

QTAC code 155626

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Bachelor of Engineering Technology – Civil (University of Southern Queensland). 3 years in total.

QTAC code 155991

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Bachelor of Engineering – Civil (Central Queensland University) 4½ years in total.

QTAC code 155624

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Bachelor of Engineering Technology – Civil (Central Queensland University) 3 - 3½ years in total.

CarEEr OPPOrTuNiTiES: Associate professional - design drafter using computers in the production of drawings for a broad range of applications including roads, tunnels, railways, pipelines, dams, bridges, high-rise buildings, plant engineering, mining engineering, industrial water and waste management and more.

Employers actively seek out our students for cadetships due to the industry-relevant and practical training offered in this course. These qualifications provide excellent employment opportunities, financially rewarding career prospects and the possibility of employment both nationally and internationally.

dESCriPTiON: This course will fast-track your career in civil engineering by developing your design and drafting skills. you will learn how to design and produce drawings for a variety of public facilities such as roads, pipelines, dams, bridges, steel and concrete structures. your studies will cover a wide range of occupational fields, from CAD programs to surveying and construction. This Associate Degree incorporates the Diploma of Computer Aided Drafting, and is a higher education sector qualification.

FurThEr STudy OPTiONS: Successful completion of this program may assist you to gain entry into relevant degree courses at The University of Queensland (UQ) and Griffith University (GU) through the usual QTAC application process, and may contribute toward study credits.

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“Studying at SBiT gave me an insight into all aspects of the industry, something that may have taken years. it also helped to prepare me for the challenges of the job so i knew what to expect. The teaching experience was great.”

Sarah Russell, Student Associate Degree in Civil Engineering.


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Diploma of Building Designand Technology*

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Course No Duration Entry criteria39208QlDQTAC codes155302 155306


Sound achievement in Grade 12 maths A (B or C) plus English, or their approved equivalents. Applicants who do not have this knowledge may be considered.

CarEEr OPPOrTuNiTiES: Architectural Draftsperson/Technician, Building Designer, BIM Technician (3D Building Information Modeller), CAD Manager, CAD Technician or other roles in an architectural, building design, construction/building developer or engineering design office. Also other positions in companies associated with the building industry such as window, truss or pre-cast concrete manufacturers.

dESCriPTiON: This course focuses on developing your skills using technology to design, draw and present buildings in 2D and 3D. The course covers the principles of building construction, interpreting client briefs, building design, drawing and 3D modelling. you will learn to draw and create computer generated 3D building models using the latest software.

FurThEr STudy OPTiONS: Bachelor of Design (Architectural Studies, Industrial Design, Interior Design, landscape Architecture) (QUT), Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Architectural Studies) (Griffith Uni). Successful completion of the diploma may assist you to gain entry into these university courses through the usual QTAC process and may contribute toward study credits.

other options at SBIT include: vocational Graduate Certificate in Architectural Digital Illustration.

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*The Diploma of Building Design program will be changing for 2013. Please refer to the website for up-to-date information.

in 2010, a former SBiT student won the prize for best GPA in Interior Design at Griffith university. By taking the SBiT pathway to Griffith on completion of her Diploma, she walked away with both the diploma and degree after just three years.

INTERIoR TECHNoloGy AND ARCHITECTURAl STUDIES

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Course No Duration Entry criteria39225QlDQTAC codes155022 155026


Sound achievement in Grade 12 English, or their approved equivalents. Applicants who do not have this knowledge may be considered.

CarEEr OPPOrTuNiTiES: Draft person working on residential or commercial projects under supervision of architects or building designers, interior designers, builders or project administrators; kitchen/bathroom designer, or self-employed following the appropriate industry experience. Graduates have the opportunity to join the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) as a Graduate Member which, with additional workplace experience, leads to Associate Membership.

dESCriPTiON: This diploma will develop your practical skills in modelling, planning and undertaking refurbishments based on an interior designer’s concept. Topics include design sketches, construction methodology, manual and computer-generated technical drawings, client presentations and selection of materials, colour schemes, fabrics, furniture, fixtures and finishes.

FurThEr STudy OPTiONS: Bachelor of Design – Interior Design (GU) and Bachelor of Design (QUT). Successful completion of the diploma may assist you to gain entry into these university courses through the usual QTAC process and may contribute towards study credits.

other options at SBIT include: vocational Graduate Certificate in Architectural Digital Illustration.

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*The Diploma of Interior Technology program will be changing for 2013. Please refer to the website for up-to-date information.


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Introduction to Revit Architecture

Course No Duration Entry criteriaFFS508 18 hours (1 night

per week for 6 weeks)

Computer skills are essential. Skills in CAD software recommended.

CarEEr OPPOrTuNiTiES: Professional development/skills upgrade for architects, building designers, interior designers and technicians using the latest releases of Revit Architecture.

dESCriPTiON: Revit’s parametric technology means you can make a change anywhere in a building project and it is automatically updated everywhere else. This short course teaches you how to produce 2D drawings, 3D models and digital presentations using Revit Architecture software.

FurThEr STudy OPTiONS: Diploma of Building Design or Interior Technology. vocational Graduate Certificate in Architectural Digital Illustration.

Revit Architecture Intermediate

Course No Duration Entry criteriaFFS509 18 hours (1 night

per week for 6 weeks)

Computer skills are essential. you should have completed the Introduction to Revit Architec-ture course, or be familiar with the software product.

CarEEr OPPOrTuNiTiES: Professional development/skills upgrade for architects, building designers, interior designers and technicians using the latest releases of Revit Architecture.

dESCriPTiON: Using your existing Revit Architecture skills, you can further advance your modelling and design skills with this intermediate course.

FurThEr STudy OPTiONS: Diploma of Building Design or Interior Technology. vocational Graduate Certificate in Architectural Digital Illustration.

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*uNivErSiTy aBBrEviaTiONS:

ACU Australian Catholic University National

BoND Bond University

CQUni Central Queensland University

CSU Charles Sturt University

GU Griffith University

QUT Queensland University of Technology

SCU Southern Cross University

UQ The University of Queensland

USC University of the Sunshine Coast

USQ University of Southern Queensland

how to enrol

PATHWAyS To UNIvERSITy*Southbank Institute of Technology has partnered with major Queensland universities to provide articulation pathways from diplomas and advanced diplomas into their degree courses. So if you didn’t get the right oP it’s not the end of the world. By completing a diploma or advanced diploma at SBIT, you can improve your oP score and increase your chances of securing a place at university.

For more information visit southbank.edu.au/pathways.

RECoGNITIoN oF PRIoR lEARNING (RPl)RPl is a process that allows the competencies you already possess to be recognised (regardless of how you obtained them) with a formal qualification. These might include skills you picked up on the job or from other life experiences that do not necessarily include formal training.

For more information visit southbank.edu.au/rpl.

CAREER AND EMPloyMENT RESoURCE CENTREMake sure you visit our Career and Employment Resource Centre. Aside from an array of career and employment resources, you will find qualified and experienced Career Counsellors who can help you with information and advice on future career and employment options. Prospective and current students are welcome.

The Centre is open Monday to Friday and is located in the campus heart, just off Ernest Street.

FEE-HElP AND vET FEE-HElPAt SBIT you can access the Federal Government’s student loan schemes. FEE-HElP assists full fee paying students to pay for all or part of their tuition fees. Eligible students can use FEE-HElP at SBIT for the Associate Degree in Civil Engineering. vET FEE-HElP assists eligible full fee paying students to pay for all or part of their tuition fees when studying an approved vET course of study at the diploma, advanced diploma, vocational graduate certificate or vocational graduate diploma level.

For more information visit southbank.edu.au/feehelp and southbank.edu.au/vetfeehelp.

INFo EvENINGkeep your eye on southbank.edu.au for details on our annual Info Evening. This event provides you with the opportunity to meet our teachers face-to-face, tour our world-class learning facilities and seek answers to all of your questions.

Secure your enrolmentPay your fees before the course commences to secure your enrolment. limited places are available in most courses.

Enrolment stage

Once you have received acceptance, go to southbank.edu.au or phone 13 72 48 to enrol in your subjects.view the ‘show me’ video at southbank.edu.au/howtoenrol for full details about enrolling online.

application stage

Select your course

Contact Student administration

To confirm the most recent course information, phone 13 72 48, or go to southbank.edu.au

apply for your selected course through either:

QTaC(Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre)

To apply, visit qtac.edu.au

Southbank institute of TechnologyTo apply, phone 13 72 48

Check the on-line course brochure on southbank.edu.au to find out if you need to

apply through QTAC or directly to SBIT.

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