Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering | CUT

APS Required

points

Duration

2 year(s)

Type

Diploma

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Diploma in Civil Engineering provides students with foundational technical knowledge and practical skills in areas such as structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources, transportation, and construction management. It prepares graduates to work as technicians supporting professional engineers on infrastructure and construction projects across South Africa. The qualification emphasises hands-on learning and is aligned with the needs of South Africa's built environment and infrastructure development sector.

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language50%Required
Mathematics50%Required
Physical Sciences50%Required
Life Orientation50%Required
Mathematical Literacy50%Required
English First Additional Language (NCV)50%Required
Life Orientation (NCV)40%Required
Construction Planning60%Required
Materials60%Required
Construction Supervision60%Required
Mathematics (NCV) or Mathematical Literacy (NCV)50%Required

Career Prospects

  • A Civil Engineering Technician who assists professional engineers in planning, designing, and supervising infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and stormwater systems across South Africa.
  • A Construction Site Supervisor responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications on South African building and civil works projects.
  • A Draughtsperson or CAD Technician who produces detailed technical drawings and plans for civil engineering projects using software such as AutoCAD, supporting design teams in South African engineering firms.
  • A Municipal Engineering Technician employed by a local or district municipality to assist with the maintenance and development of public infrastructure including water supply, sewerage, and road networks.
  • A Quantity Surveying Assistant or Estimator who helps calculate material costs and resource requirements for civil construction projects, supporting cost management in South African construction companies.

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