This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as designers or design paraprofessionals who support professional engineers. They perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and requiring the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to develop site specific work designs to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements. They demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning skills.
Recognition is available upon request for students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Illoura College is committed to providing students with access to the technology required to successfully complete their studies.
High-speed internet is available across the campus to support learning, research, and access to online systems. While computers may be available during scheduled classroom sessions where required, Illoura College operates a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. Students are required to supply and maintain their own laptop or computer for use both on and off campus.
Minimum Device Requirements
Students must ensure their device meets the following minimum specifications to support coursework and required software, including AutoCAD:
These specifications ensure students can effectively complete assessments and run the required industry-standard software.
Software Access
All enrolled students are provided with access to Microsoft 365 applications as part of their enrolment.
Students enrolled in RII course packages will also receive access to Autodesk software through a student subscription. This includes applications such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD 3D, and Revit, which are essential for course requirements.
Students who experience issues accessing Microsoft 365 or Autodesk software should contact the IT Helpdesk at helpdesk@illoura.edu.au.
Computer Skills Requirements
Students are expected to demonstrate basic computer skills, including:
Assessment Requirements
Most assessment tasks must be completed using a computer and reliable internet access. Students must therefore have consistent access to a suitable device and internet connection to meet course requirements and deadlines.
An Enrolment Fee of AU$250 (non-tuition fee) is payable at the time of enrolment. This fee applies to all students (Domestic and International).
International students are required to hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their student visa.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are not fixed for the duration of your enrolment and are reviewed annually. Tuition fees and course duration may vary if the student has applied for advanced standing and has been granted credit transfer (CT).
Resource Fees
Resource fees are a mandatory charge payable to Illoura College and must be paid in advance as part of the course fees.
Material Fees
Material fees apply only to selected courses and are charged where required, based on course-specific requirements.
For more information about other fees and charges that may apply during your course, please visit: 🌐 illoura.edu.au/other-fees-charges
Select country:
For international students requiring evidence of English language proficiency:
Exemptions: Applicants may be exempt from providing evidence of English language proficiency if they meet one of the following criteria:
Validity:
Validity: The English language test must be valid at the time of enrolment and must have been completed within two (2) years prior to the student's enrolment application date.
*Important information
The English language requirements published by Illoura College apply for course enrolment only and may differ from the requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs for visa applications.
These requirements are current as of 13 March 2026. For information about English language requirements for Australian visas, please visit:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language
As part of the pre-enrolment process, students enrolling in Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses may be required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) assessment. Illoura College uses LLN Robot, an online system that provides Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) testing, course profiling analysis, and learner support identification. If the assessment identifies that a student may need additional support, the college may:
Completing the LLND assessment does not guarantee enrolment, but it helps ensure that students are placed in courses that are appropriate for their skills, abilities, and learning needs.
Pathways for students who have successfully completed the RII50520- Diploma of Civil Construction Design may seek enrolment in RII60520- Advanced diploma of Civil Construction or relevant qualification in CRICOS approved higher education provider.
Diploma of Civil Construction Design
An ACSF Course Profile is a collection of the analyses of the required ACSF Core Skill levels of the Units of Competency that make up the qualification that we are delivering.
Illoura College uses a purpose-built diagnostic tool created by LLN Robot to determine the required ACSF Core Skill levels of a Unit of Competency.
The Course Profile outlines the ACSF Core Skill level requirements a Learner will be expected to be at upon completion of their training.
