This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course (Professional Diploma in Civil Engineering) is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4).
Mode of Study
Part-time
Medium of Instruction
Lectures will be conducted in English supplemented with Cantonese as appropriate. Teaching notes and assessments are in English.
Duration
378 hours (A total of 8 courses) / 24 months
Total No. of Classes
15 classes per course
No. of Classes per week
2 classes per week
Fee
HK$46,400
(For the details please refer to "Programme Structure and Fee")
Course Commencement
Application Deadline
1 week before commencement
Enquiries
The programme aims to equip students with the necessary technical and professional knowledge and skills, initially at paraprofessional level, via the blending of theoretical knowledge and practical application, to enable them to pursue a career in the civil engineering and construction sector as technicians, assistant engineers, project coordinators, works supervisors or technical officers.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to :
Perform duties in the workplace professionally and ethically according to the codes of conduct and/or requirements of The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers;
Undertake and manage projects, including investigation, planning and delivery, using project management principles in engineering and related environments;
Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and relevant specialized areas to defined and applied engineering procedures, processes, systems or methodologies in the field of Civil Engineering;
Identify, analyze and assess traffic, municipal, structural and environmental problems as well as the potential hazards associated with infrastructure development;
Perform structural appraisals and design comprehensive solutions for each element of structures and development to meet statutory requirements and the needs of stakeholders;
Plan and conduct surveys, field studies and laboratory experiments to determine the properties and behaviors of materials; the interactions between structures and surrounding environments; and various impacts to structures; and
Apply modern tools and visual aids in design and modelling to facilitate the planning, costing, construction, and management of development projects.
Programme Features
Flexible study pattern;
Provides a good foundation for conversion to a Bachelor's Degree;
Study Pathway
Graduates may proceed to study the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (top-up) degree programme offered by Birmingham City University in Hong Kong^.
^ Registration No. of Non-local Higher and Professional Education Courses: 252790
Target Audience
Practicing technicians who would like to change field for career development
Building or Construction Practitioners
Lecturers
Local experienced practitioners in engineering with strong links to industry
Admission Requirements
Level 2 in 5 HKDSE subjects (including English and Chinese); or
Diploma Yi Jin, or
5 passes in HKCEE (including English and Chinese at level 2 or grade E) or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or
Yi Jin Certificate plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or
Other acceptable equivalent qualifications (at QF level 3); or
Mature applicants aged 21 or above with a minimum of 3 years' relevant working experience may be considered; and
Prior knowledge in Calculus is preferred for the course MATH5001EF/P Advanced Engineering Mathematics.
Programme Structure
| Course Code & Title | Lecture Hours | Exam Hours |
| ENGG4001EP Construction Materials | 45 | - |
| ENGG4002EP Contract Administration & Measurement | 45 | 3 |
| ENGG4003EP Structural Analysis | 45 | 3 |
| ENGG4004EP Construction Management | 45 | - |
| ENGG4005EP Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics | 45 | 3 |
| ENGG5001EP Reinforced Concrete Design | 45 | 3 |
| ENGG5002EP Structural Steel Design | 45 | 3 |
| MATH5001EP Advanced Engineering Mathematics | 45 | 3 |
| Total | 360 | 18 |
Tuition Fee
HK$46,400
Paid in 3 installments:
Installment 1: $11,600
Installment 2: $11,600
Installment 3: $23,200
'Installment 1' to be paid BEFORE programme commencement. 'Installment 2' to be paid in the 6th month, AFTER programme commencement. 'Installment 3' to be paid in the 12th month, AFTER programme commencement.
December 2023
|
Course Code |
Course Name |
Weekday |
Start Date |
Last Session Date |
Exam |
|
ENGG4001EP |
Construction Materials |
Tue |
12-12-2023 (Tue) |
02-04-24 (Tue) |
No Exam |
|
ENGG4005EP |
Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics |
Thu |
14-12-2023 (Thu) |
21-03-2024 (Thu) |
11-04-2024 (Thu) |
|
ENGG4004EP |
Construction Management |
Tue |
23-04-2023 (Tue) |
30-07-2024 (Tue) |
No Exam |
|
ENGG4003EP |
Structural Analysis |
Thu |
25-04-2024 (Thu) |
01-08-2024 (Thu) |
15-08-2024 (Thu) |
|
ENGG5001EP |
Reinforced Concrete Design |
Tue |
08-10-2024 (Tue) |
14-01-2025 (Tue) |
28-01-2025 (Tue) |
|
ENGG5002EP |
Structural Steel Design |
Thu |
10-10-2024 (Thu) |
23-01-2025 (Thu) |
07-02-2025 (Thu) |
|
ENGG4002EP |
Contract Administration & Measurement |
Tue |
01-04-2025 (Tue) |
15-07-2025 (Tue) |
29-07-2025 (Tue) |
|
MATH5001EP |
Advanced Engineering Mathematics |
Thu |
03-04-2025 (Thu) |
17-07-2025 (Thu) |
31-07-2025 (Thu) |
Assessment
Students are required to have an overall pass in each course assessment. The passing mark is 50%.
Award
A Professional Diploma in Civil Engineering will be issued by LiPACE to those who successfully complete the whole programme.
