The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering) will give you the practical, technical and analytical skills to work as an Engineering Technician, supporting the design and delivery of projects in transport, water, and geotechnical engineering.

You’ll gain a strong foundation in civil engineering principles while applying knowledge to real scenarios in local and national contexts.

This qualification is nationally and internationally recognised, industry-aligned, and developed under the Dublin Accord to ensure it meets international standards for engineering technicians. 

What you’ll learn 

When you achieve this qualification you  will be able to: 

• Apply civil engineering theory to practical, well-defined problems
• Use engineering tools, software, and standards to support the design and construction of infrastructure
• Collaborate within engineering teams to solve technical problems
• Carry out work safely and ethically, considering health, environmental, and regulatory frameworks such as the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Resource Management Act, and the Treaty of Waitangi
• Communicate clearly through technical reports, drawings, and documentation 
  Identify and manage risk in civil engineering contexts. 

Practical component

Most courses are delivered fully online, but some have in-person laboratory or practical sessions. These may be 1–3 days, with details provided at the start of the course.

This may require you to travel to a provider outside your region. You need to cover the cost of you travel and accommodation. 

Career opportunities 

With this qualification, you may find employment as a civil engineering technician in:

• Civil engineering consultancies and construction firms
• Local and regional councils
• Roading and transportation contractors
• Water and wastewater utilities
• Land development and infrastructure design teams. 

Education and professional pathway

Graduates may progress to further study such as the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering)