6 Months Traineeship:
Timber Residential Construction and Reporting

Program Overview

Gain Local Experience in Timber Residential Construction Field

  • Weekly Video Updates. From Foundation to Roof:
    Follow the full construction of a real single-storey timber-framed residential dwelling, stage by stage.
    Each video gives you a front-row seat to real construction methods, sequencing, on-site decisions, and the practical challenges that arise along the way.
  • Standards & Codes in Action:
    Watch how key Australian Standards like AS2870, AS1684, AS1720, and others are applied directly on a real timber-framed residential project.
    Each construction stage is tied back to the relevant codes so you can clearly see how compliance, safety, and buildability come together on site.
  • Design Implications Explained:
    Understand how each construction phase connects back to structural drawings.
    Learn how to apply the practical insights from this program to create more buildable, compliant, and cost effective designs. You’ll follow each stage of the build (footings, framing, roof systems) and understand exactly how structural drawings guide real construction activity.
  • Gain Local Experience, Write Real Reports & Create Your Australian Portfolio:
    Gain local experience & shadow the instructor step by step as she writes Engineering Advice Letters and Site Inspection Reports based on real residential construction scenarios. You'll write your own reports using the same observations in this program, building an Australian technical portfolio that proves your ability to assess construction issues, apply AS2870, AS1684, and communicate technical insights.
  • Key-Learning Summaries:
    After selected videos, you’ll have access to simple, well-structured summary sheets that highlight the key learning points covered in that stage of construction.
    These summaries are designed to help you quickly revise concepts, understand the applied standards & methods, and retain critical details, making them a valuable reference for future projects you work on or future interviews you attend.
  • Certificate of Completion:
    At the end of the 6-month program, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion that you can use to claim CPD hours OR to demonstrate your upskilling efforts to potential employers.
    You can also showcase it on LinkedIn and other platforms to strengthen your profile and highlight your practical construction knowledge.

Who Should Join This Program?

  • Migrant Structural/Civil Engineers Aiming for Entering the Australian Market: Tailored for Structural or Civil Engineers from overseas seeking to bridge the local experience gap, understand the construction process, materials and products in Australia, and learn how AS/NZS standards are applied in practice.
  • Experienced Professionals Transitioning into Residential Construction and/or Design: Designed for Structural or Civil Engineers working as estimators, draftspersons, site engineers, or in related roles who want to shift into residential design and/or construction and improve their confidence in the construction & technical field as well as applying Australian Standards.
  • Graduate Engineers Seeking Practical Knowledge on Residential Projects: Perfect for recent Structural or Civil Engineering graduates looking to build real-world understanding of Australian residential construction and get confident with AS/NZS standards before entering the workforce.
  • Undergraduates Preparing for the Future
    Ideal for Structural/Civil Engineering Students: who want to get ahead and become job-ready by gaining practical knowledge of construction methods and learning how these are connected to real design theory, based on Australian Standards and Codes.
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$120 AUD Per Week
$204
Start Today With As Little As $120 A Week, Total Duration: 6 Months

Program Details

Program Length & Access: 6 Months
Start Date: Begin the Training Immediately After You Enroll
Delivery Method: Pre-Recorded Online
Weekly Project Video Releases Over the
6-Month Period
Accessible from Anywhere in Australia,
at Your Own Pace
Certificate of Completion + CPD Hours
Monthly Sessions with the Instructor Checking Your Engineering Advice Letters and Site Inspection Reports, as You Build Your Australian Portfolio

What You’ll Gain

Local Experience & More Confidence During Interviews, Project Meetings or Site Visits
Thorough Understanding of Residential Timber Construction Methods and Sequencing
Practical Knowledge of How Australian Standards Are Applied to Real-Life Constructions
A Stronger Bridge Between Your Theoretical Knowledge and Professional Practice

Outcome of This Program Program

  Develop Your Very Own Australian Portfolio

As you progress through this training program, you’ll learn how to write Engineering Advice Letters and Site Inspection Reports as you'll be shadowing the instructor (senior structural engineer), step by step. Each report is built as the instructor shares her screen, guiding you through the technical terminology, structure, and reasoning behind each report. You’ll gain hands-on experience identifying critical site observations and translating them into clear, professional reports.

  Strengthening Your CV & LinkedIn Profile with Real-Life Australian Portfolio

Add to your CV the Engineering Advice Letters and Site Inspection Reports you’ll create during this training program. These are based on real-life residential construction projects in Australia. You’ll develop them using Australian construction methods and align them with Australian Standards and Codes like AS2870 and AS1684. Compile your reports into a cloud-based technical portfolio (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.). Then, add the shareable link to your CV.  This turns your resume into a showcase of verified, job-relevant Australian experience.

  Positioning Yourself as a Job-Ready Candidate

Employers and recruiters want proof, not just claims on a CV. The technical reports and letters you produce during this training program serve as clear evidence of your practical knowledge of Australian construction methods, your ability to apply Australian Standards and Codes, and your technical communication skills. This isn’t just about learning, it’s about demonstrating. With an Australian portfolio of Real-Life projects, you’ll be seen as a candidate who’s not only qualified but truly ready to contribute to the team from day one.

Ready to Watch Every Stage of a Real Residential Construction Come to Life, From Foundation to Roof?

Watch the Full Residential Build as It Happens & Develop Your Very Own Australian Portfolio
HEAD INSTRUCTOR:

Moly Ashtari
Senior Structural Engineer

CPEng, NER, PE (RBP), RPEQ, MIEAust, 
M.ENG. (STRUCTURAL), B.ENG. (CIVIL)
Moly is a Senior Structural Engineer with over 10 years of experience, leading the structural design team, forensic team, and R&D department. Her deep knowledge and expertise span a broad array of areas, with a particular focus on residential engineering. Moly works hand-in-hand with engineers, graduates, and interns daily, fostering a supportive environment that cultivates practical knowledge and essential skills for budding engineers to thrive in their careers.
Known for her professional and friendly demeanor, Moly is dedicated to mentoring and inspiring the upcoming generation of engineers, sharing her experience and insights to help them navigate their professional journeys with confidence.

Trainee Success Stories: Transforming Careers with LearnPedia

LearnPedia is committed to empowering structural and civil engineers, architects, and building designers in the Australian industry. Our goal is to equip them with the practical knowledge, experience, and essential skills needed for career excellence.
We help graduates and newcomers secure their first job by providing the latest in-demand skills, ensuring they stand out. Additionally, we support established professionals in upskilling to advance in their careers, not to spend years reinventing the wheel.
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Ekroop - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"I secured my first job as a structural engineer by the time I completed my training program with LearnPedia. I obviously didn't have any local experience and it was impossible to get any job interviews with no local experience. Especially having no knowledge of the Australian design codes and no practical experience with the software packaged. Trying to get a job was very difficult. The 3 Months Traineeship Program at LearnPedia helped me because they gave me three real-life projects to work on, from start to finish, and they became my design portfolio. We had weekly Q&A sessions on Tuesdays at 6:00 pm, and because it was after hours, everyone could attend, and Moly would check the projects that we were working on in the training program and provide us with feedback. In my job applications and interviews, I got to showcase my portfolio of real-life structural design projects based on AS/NZS." "I wasn't sure if the program would be right for me because I was working full-time. But I could manage it because I had 24/7 access to the program for 6 months to watch the training videos before or after work. I had access to the software packages such as Structural Toolkit, SpaceGASS and AutoCAD and the codes to practice with them. So it was very easily manageable."
"Don't waste your time, go for it" "I waited a while to come across it, so don't be me. Just go for it"
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Prabin - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"After joining the traineeship program, my hopes of getting hired shifted from absolutely hopeless to very optimistic. Previously, I applied for numerous jobs without success due to gaps in technical knowledge, experience, and resume/interview skills. This program built my confidence and provided outstanding, comprehensive content on designing timber residential buildings. The three real-life projects helped me build an Australian portfolio, which was critical in overcoming my lack of local experience and familiarity with software like Structural Toolkit and SpaceGASS, as well as Australian Standards and Codes. Unlike other internships, this training program offers extensive one-on-one guidance and years of field experience in a structured, step-by-step format. Moly’s detailed explanations make it easy to follow, even for those without previous timber construction experience, like me." "Stop wasting time, start today, and you won't regret it. The sooner you start, the sooner you will get hired just like me!"
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Madhukar - NSW

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"The course provides you with knowledge and skill about Australian residential dwelling design that I feel would require 5 years of experience to gain within a very short period of time which has been made possible by our very knowledgeable course trainer, Moly, by delivering the course very professionally and with her heart in an exceptionally detailed manner. As a student enrolled in the Design of Single Storey Dwelling Course, I feel the course not only clearly explains about the basics of structural engineering design of single-storey designing but also teaches you to tackle the real-life complications that will be experienced by you in your future workplace. The tricks that Moly teaches in this course will make you more effective and productive, which will enhance your performance at the workplace and help you stand out."
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Jacqueline - VIC 

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"The Single Storey Design Course has been a valuable learning experience for me. It covered all the fundamentals of the structural design of single-storey residential buildings including both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering. Moly delivered the course in an exceptionally detailed manner and was generous in sharing her knowledge and experiences in the local industry. She has been supportive throughout the course and was patient to answer all our questions. I enjoyed the whole learning experience and I’m grateful to meet wonderful people in the process."
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Anup - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
The practical knowledge and exposure that I got from this course have not only developed the proper skill set for single storey dwelling design but also opened a broader view of how engineering and construction are done in Australia. I am pretty sure that this course will always put me one step ahead of other competitors out there not only now but also in my future career.
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Steven - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"An insightful learning experience executed flawlessly by our course trainer Moly. "Her expertise in structural engineering designing was evident throughout training as she provided material that was familiar yet highlighted common real-life problems associated with designs. "Her extensive knowledge and exposure to all these challenges presented me with a different perspective of tackling single storey dwelling designs. I thoroughly enjoyed my involvement and would highly recommend this advantageous single storey dwelling design course and Learnpedia as the best Structural Engineering Institute in Australia."
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Lasantha - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"I was a complete beginner in design and drafting as per Australian standards. LearnPedia's Internship changed that. I got hands-on experience, learning from the ground up - from roofing to footings. The course was clear, engaging, and practical, far exceeding my expectations. Our instructor Moly was a standout, making complex topics easy and practical. Her friendly, experienced teaching made a huge difference. I also got to use key tools like Structural Toolkit and SpaceGASS, boosting my confidence. This program isn't just theory. It's about real-world skills, making me job-ready. Now, I'm skilled in using Australian standards and codes, ready to tackle real projects. If you're new to this field, I highly recommend LearnPedia. It's a game-changer!"
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Sunit - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"Moly is highly professional. She is incredibly responsive and worked diligently to solve most complicated problems. Completing designing single storey dwelling course taught me so much about residential structural engineering designing projects. Her method is simple, efficient and practical. She took her time to explain every step of the way to make sure that they were understandable. I highly recommend using her method of implementing theoretical knowledge to practical solutions."
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Kim - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer

"Having recently finished my degree and never got a chance of working on any real-life projects after graduated. This course had provided the knowledge and skills that able to fill the gap between the fresh graduate structural engineer and the workplace. The contents of the course were well organized and explained. She also shared some of her work experiences during the course. I would highly recommend anyone with the same issue as me to take this course."

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Arsalan - WA

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer
"The content was very good, organised and well explained. I specifically like the way in which Moly tries to explain the reason behind various aspects rather than just following code provisions. This has helped me to put some strain in my brain and think of the probable reasons. She is very friendly, enjoys teaching and has a lot of patience to re-explain topics which are confusing. For a person like me who has newly migrated to Australia and is new to timber construction, this course would help a lot. I enjoyed a lot participating in this course."
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Ahmad - VIC

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer

"Moly is a great teacher. She really cares for her students/trainees. She relates everything that she teaches to actual practice in the field of Structural Engineering.

This course has boosted my confidence to successfully complete real life projects from start to the end based on Australian Standards and Codes."

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Maryam - ACT

3-Month Traineeship Program - Structural Engineer

"The experience and knowledge gained from this course were above all expectations. The course was well structured and detailed. The steps created to design a single storey were clear and reinforced throughout the course.  The most impressive part of the course was the ability of the trainer to tie together the construction and design knowledge. She was able to provide insightful details about common designing mistakes that inexperienced engineers can make because of the lack of knowledge about common construction materials and architectural limitations."

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