Centre for Structural Engineering Education

Bridge the gap between
university & industry

Practical, hands-on training workshops for students, graduates, and migrant engineers — delivered by experienced structural engineering professionals across Australia.

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Live Interactive Sessions
Australian Standards Focus
Industry-Experienced Mentors
Completion Certificates
Engineering training
Internship Program

Kickstart Your Engineering Career with Practical Training

Are you a student or recent graduate preparing to enter the job market? Or a skilled migrant engineer seeking local experience?

Our hands-on training program — developed in collaboration with top Australian engineering firms — bridges the gap between your knowledge and industry expectations. You’ll learn practical, job-ready skills needed to design buildings and contribute from day one.

22+
Years Experience
100%
Live & Interactive
AU
Standards Focused
What’s Included

Your internship
training package.

01

3-Month Internship

Hands-on training with our industry partners, working on real residential projects.

02

5 Core Design Skills

Footing, Timber, Lateral, Steel, and Concrete design training included.

03

3 Real Projects

Design 3 real-life residential projects with supervision to build your portfolio.

04

Australian Standards

Access to relevant Australian design standards during your training.

05

Certificate & Reference

Certificate of completion and industry reference letter based on performance.

06

Ongoing Mentorship

Mentorship and technical support throughout the entire program.

How It Works

Our Internship Process

01

Initial Consulting and Assessment Session

02

Referring you to our industry partner

03

Weekly trainings and ongoing mentorship

04

Build up your portfolio by designing real life projects

05

Certification and recommendation letter

Bridging the Gap
Your Career Pathway

Bridging the Gap with Local Experience

Are you a student seeking an internship, a graduate looking to launch your career, or a migrant engineer facing challenges due to a lack of local experience?

Our industry-ready internship training program, developed in partnership with leading local engineering firms, is designed to bridge the gap between your expertise and the Australian job market. Upon completing the program, you’ll receive a certificate and, based on your performance, a personalised employment acknowledgment letter from our industry partners.

These endorsements from reputable firms validate your skills and experience and provide a competitive edge, helping you stand out to potential employers and secure valuable job opportunities.

Training Workshops

Our Courses & Workshops

Everything CSEE offers, in three tracks — live structural design workshops, self-paced online HSE courses, and sustainability in structural design.

01 — Live online workshops

Structural Engineering Workshops

Focused live workshops built on Australian standards.

CSEE0125Residential Footing Design
Live · Online

Residential Footing Design

A practical exploration of AS 2870 — Residential Slabs and Footings — from site classification to footing selection and detailing.

⏱ 3 hours📌 AS 2870🎓 Certificate
$650 + GSTView course →
CSEE0225Residential Timber Structures
Live · Online

Residential Timber Structures

A focused introduction to AS 1684 — Residential Timber-Framed Construction — from decks and verandahs to full single-storey homes.

⏱ 4 hours📌 AS 1684🎓 Certificate
$650 + GSTView course →
CSEE0325Lateral Design of Residential Structures
Live · Online

Lateral Design of Residential Structures

Wind and earthquake loading to AS/NZS 1170.2 and AS 1170.4 — load paths, bracing and tie-down design for residential structures.

⏱ 3 hours📌 AS 1170🎓 Certificate
$450 + GSTView course →
CSEE0425Residential Steel Structures
Live · Online

Residential Steel Structures

Design of steel members and connections for residential buildings to AS 4100 — beams, columns, portal frames and detailing.

⏱ 4 hours📌 AS 4100🎓 Certificate
$650 + GSTView course →
CSEE0525Residential Concrete Structures
Live · Online

Residential Concrete Structures

Design of reinforced concrete elements for residential structures to AS 3600 — slabs, beams, columns and foundations.

⏱ 4 hours📌 AS 3600🎓 Certificate
$650 + GSTView course →
02 — Self-paced online

HSE Courses

Seven interactive Health, Safety & Environment courses, including Safety in Design.

CSEE-SID01Safety in Design
HSE · Self-paced

Safety in Design

Design out risk under WHS duties, with an interactive risk matrix and worked design-decision examples.

📚 7 modules + assessment🎓 Certificate
$300 + GSTView course →
CSEE-HSE01HSE Fundamentals
HSE · Self-paced

HSE Fundamentals

The essentials of workplace health, safety and environment — duties, hazards and the WHS framework.

📚 Interactive modules🎓 Certificate
$200 + GSTView course →
CSEE-HSE02HSE Risk Assessment
HSE · Self-paced

HSE Risk Assessment

Assess and control risk with a practical 5×5 matrix and worked examples from real sites.

📚 5×5 matrix🎓 Certificate
$300 + GSTView course →
CSEE-HSE03HSE for Field Workers
HSE · Self-paced

HSE for Field Workers

The richest field-hazard course — practical controls for people working on active work sites.

📚 13 knowledge checks🎓 Certificate
$250 + GSTView course →
CSEE-DRV01Driver Awareness
HSE · Self-paced

Driver Awareness

The vehicle as a workplace — journey management, fatigue, distraction and the road rules.

📚 ~30 min🎓 Certificate
$150 + GSTView course →
CSEE-CSA01Confined Space Awareness
HSE · Self-paced

Confined Space Awareness

Recognise confined spaces — atmospheric testing, permits and rescue planning to AS 2865.

📚 ~30 min🎓 Certificate
$150 + GSTView course →
CSEE-ASB01Asbestos Awareness
HSE · Self-paced

Asbestos Awareness

Identify asbestos-containing materials, understand the risks and follow safe work practices.

📚 ~30 min🎓 Certificate
$150 + GSTView course →
03 — Self-paced online

Sustainability in Structural Design

Low-carbon thinking for everyday structural engineering.

CSEE-SUS01Sustainability in Structural Design
Sustainability · Self-paced

Fundamentals of Sustainability in Structural Design

Embodied carbon, LCA, low-carbon materials, Green Star and Net Zero pathways for structural engineers.

📚 9 modules + quizzes🎓 Certificate
$300 + GSTView course →
Why Choose Us

Why CSEE?

We deliver what universities can’t — practical, industry-relevant training under senior structural engineers.

Personalised

Learning Experience

Live training sessions instead of pre-recorded videos. Every session is tailored to your learning needs — ask questions, receive instant feedback, and progress at your own pace.

Project-Based

Learning Experience

We integrate Australian design codes into hands-on projects. You’ll study standards and apply them directly to designing realistic residential and structural projects.

Mentorship

By Industry Experts

One-to-one mentorship by senior structural engineers with decades of consulting experience. Navigate complex design challenges and gain insights into professional practice.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes your services stand out compared to other similar businesses?

Our services are unique because we don’t rely on pre-recorded training videos. Instead, we deliver our content through interactive online workshops and one-on-one consultation meetings. Every session is tailored to your specific learning needs, with instant feedback and personalised progression. Our mentors bring extensive experience, including teaching university students as associate lecturers and decades of consulting experience.

Can I discuss my needs before registering for a workshop?

Absolutely. Please contact us to have a one-to-one conversation before making your purchase. We’re happy to discuss which program is right for your experience level and career goals.

How quickly can I get started after purchasing?

For the Internship Training program, please contact us to discuss a starting date that suits both you and our industry partners. For other training packages, we hold workshops on a monthly basis — please refer to the booking page.

Are the fees refundable?

Yes, fees are refundable before we start the sessions and deliver the content to you. However, once the content is shared, refunds are not available, as the materials are copyrighted.

Are the fees tax deductible?

You may be able to claim a deduction for attending our training workshops if you aim to maintain or increase the knowledge, capabilities or skills you need in your current employment. However, this is not financial advice — seek advice from a professional accountant or tax agent.
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