CPP41721 Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services (Surveying)
Gain practical and analytical skills to support a surveying team
Develop your existing survey skills and learn to operate survey equipment and software working through advanced computations; GIS GPS equipment use and data storage; and create survey plans using survey software.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus East Perth
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On campus
Looking to build on your surveying skills?
Equip yourself with the practical skills to support a surveying team by enrolling into the Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services. This course is an ideal stepping-stone to further your training in the surveying and spatial information industry.
This qualification is delivered with a specialisation in surveying and on graduation you will receive a Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services (Surveying).
During your studies, you will learn how to use surveying technologies and software to capture, process and present electronic data. You will also have access to surveying equipment in order to produce computer-aided drawings and survey plans so that you can prepare and present Geographic Information System (GIS) data.
Practical skills are combined, with important analytical skills like maintaining workplace safety and developing environmentally sustainable methods. Our lecturers are experts in the field with close ties to industry to ensure our training reflects the latest industry practices.
- Operate survey equipment and software
- Work through advanced computations
- Use GIS GPS equipment and data storage
- Create survey plans using survey software
I have the following attributes:
- Keen observation skills
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Able to work as part of team
- Methodical with an attention to detail
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude
- Effective communication skills
- Basic computer skills (e.g., proficient with Word, Excel, cloud storage software, etc.)  
Follow the link to find further information to help you make an informed choice about the suitability of this course.
Important information
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPPSSI3020 Perform simple surveying and spatial computations | $178.20 | $52.80 | $0.00 |
| CPPSSI4025 Collect spatial data using GNSS | $81.00 | $24.00 | $46.00 |
| CPPSSI4036 Operate spatial software applications | $113.40 | $33.60 | $30.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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$56.70 | $16.80 | $0.00 |
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$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
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$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
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$97.20 | $28.80 | $30.00 |
|
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$178.20 | $52.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$129.60 | $38.40 | $30.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $33.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $30.00 |
|
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$105.30 | $31.20 | $35.00 |
|
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$105.30 | $31.20 | $50.00 |
|
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$56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPPSSI3020 Perform simple surveying and spatial computations | $178.20 | $52.80 | $0.00 |
| CPPSSI4025 Collect spatial data using GNSS | $81.00 | $24.00 | $46.00 |
| CPPSSI4036 Operate spatial software applications | $113.40 | $33.60 | $30.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$178.20 | $52.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$129.60 | $38.40 | $30.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $33.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $30.00 |
|
|
$105.30 | $31.20 | $35.00 |
|
|
$105.30 | $31.20 | $50.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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