Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services

About the course

This Certificate IV builds practical skills in land surveying and spatial information services. You’ll learn to capture, process and present electronic spatial data and gain hands-on experience using industry-standard surveying and geospatial equipment. Delivered on campus, the course prepares you for entry-level work supporting surveying and mapping activities in the built environment as a Certificate IV qualification in Quantity & Land Surveying. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates can support surveying and spatial information projects by assisting with field data collection, basic computations, and preparing plans and spatial datasets. Typical roles include assistant to land surveyor, surveying technician support, or junior spatial data assistant in construction, infrastructure, land development and government mapping contexts. This pathway develops job-ready skills for Certificate IV-level work in Quantity & Land Surveying. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)