Hydraulic Designer Courses
A Hydraulic Designer plans plumbing systems, focusing on rainwater distribution, waste treatment, and multitasking efficiently.
AI Exposure
High

AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
View all courses
How do I become a Hydraulic Designer
Get qualified to work as a Hydraulic Designer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
The Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydraulics and Pneumatics provides engineers and technical professionals with essential knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. It covers system construction, design, operation, and maintenance, focusing on key components and their functions. The course explores circuit interpretation, system troubleshooting, and practical applications in industrial settings. Participants will develop a solid understanding of fluid power principles, enabling them to desi...
Career opportunities
Estimated fee
From $32,600
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Environmental Engineering) combines civil engineering studies with a keen emphasis on environmental management. It equips students to handle projects that might impact land, water, and air quality, ensuring potential environmental repercussions are identified and mitigated. This course instils a profound understanding of project sustainability and its environmental consequences, both short and long-term. Offering a robust theoretical foundation, the curricu...
Career opportunities
Estimated fee
From $32,600
Find a provider
CPC40920
Estimated fee
From $12,882
Are you a licensed plumber looking to expand into hydraulic design? How about the CPC40920 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Hydraulic services design)? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to design and size a range of plumbing and drainage systems. During your studies you’ll develop a business skillset as well as advanced technical skills, plus have opportunities to add categories to your tradesperson certificate. The course covers: vacuum sewerage systems, domestic treatme...
Career opportunities
Estimated fee
From $12,882
Find a provider
CPCPWT4011
The CPCPWT4011 Design and Size Heated and Cold-Water Services and Systems provides students with the skills to design, size, and document water supply and flushing systems for multi-floor buildings. It covers heated, tempered, and cold-water services, hydrant and hose reel systems, system requirements, layout design, and finalisation processes, including documentation.
Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.
Career opportunities
View all
Related career opportunities
Browse occupations related to Hydraulic Designer.
Common questions

How much does a Hydraulic Designer earn?
In Australia, a full time Hydraulic Designer generally earns $1,750 per week ($91,000 annual
salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered
a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than
people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for a Hydraulic Designer?
There has been moderate employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There
are currently 48,200 people working in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as
a Hydraulic Designer. Hydraulic Designers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Hydraulic Designer?
A Diploma of Hydraulic Services Design is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a
career as a Hydraulic Designer. This course is designed for licensed plumbers wanting to
advance their skills and specialise in hydraulic design. You’ll develop the skills to design a
range of complex plumbing systems suitable for a range of settings.
Choose a field of study

A career as a manufacturing engineer crosses a wide range of exciting industries (automotive, textiles, marine, aviation, pharmaceuticals etc) and contributes to a thriving economy.
All courses

A course in aerospace engineering can give you the skills to design a range of aircraft and other aerospace technologies. Pathways for domestic and international students.
Career opportunities
View all

A biomedical engineering job gives you the chance to use groundbreaking tenets of the overall engineering sector to help improve the quality of life of everyday Australians. Pathways for domestic and international students.
Career opportunities
View all

Gain expertise in chemical reactions, process optimization, and sustainable solutions from industry professionals and renowned institutions. Pathways for domestic and international students.
Career opportunities
View all
All courses
More information
A Hydraulic Designer creates plans for plumbing systems used in a range of settings. You might work on domestic projects or specialise in commercial or industrial work. Hydraulic Designers might develop systems for rainwater distribution or waste treatment or you might specialise in solar and non-solar heated water systems or gas reticulation. You might also work on stormwater and roof drainage systems.
Hydraulic Designers should have strong analytical skills and be able to come up with solutions to a range of plumbing problems. You’ll need to be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues and clients. Hydraulic Designers should be organised and able to work on multiple projects at once.
Courses by location