This online course will enable students to learn the fundamentals of geological and geomorphological processes and the properties and application of a range of civil engineering materials.
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Level5
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Credits15
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Cost$801 NZ Domestic$2,046 NZ International
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EFTS0.125
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Delivery typeOnline only
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Teaching weeks 16 weeks
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Workload Approximately 10 hours per week
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Exam dates2025 OfferingsMar - 23 Jun 2025
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Prerequisites Check entry and other requirements under the qualification you are studying
For more information watch the course introduction video below.
Learners who successfully complete this online course will be able to:
- Describe and evaluate the properties and applications of roading materials, concrete, steel, timber and new materials in Civil Engineering.
- Describe and discuss soil and rock formation processes.
- Explain elementary physical and structural geology.
- Describe the causes and effects of earthquakes.
Assessment:
- 50% internally assessed
- 50% examination.
For information on examinations, including a full list of exam times see our examination information:
Exam dates and venue information
Examination information
Assessments for this course include an examination that you need to attend in-person.
Learn moreLab Requirements
A two-day laboratory is a requirement of this course. The venue for this laboratory may be located in either Christchurch, Wellington, or Auckland.
For courses starting in February or March, laboratories will be held during the term 1 school holidays. For courses starting in June or July, laboratories will be during the term 3 school holidays.
Your lecturer/tutor will confirm the actual dates within the first week of the course, however you can click here for school holiday dates to give you a guideline for planning.
Computer and internet requirements
To complete this course you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.
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Work towards
You can do this course as part of these qualifications:
Certificate of Proficiency
Bachelor's Degree
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