ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying

The ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying is a specialist qualification designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals who can accurately detect, record, and manage utility data in complex construction and infrastructure projects. As underground and above-ground utilities become increasingly dense and interconnected, the ability to map them safely and efficiently is critical. This diploma provides learners with advanced knowledge of utility detection methods, geospatial data management, and compliance with industry standards, ensuring they are equipped to handle the challenges of modern surveying.
Unlike traditional academic courses, this diploma is assessed through workplace evidence, making it highly practical and directly relevant to the learner’s role. Candidates demonstrate competence by compiling portfolios that include survey reports, mapping data, risk assessments, and reflective accounts. This approach ensures that the qualification validates real-world skills rather than theoretical knowledge alone. Learners not only gain technical expertise but also develop leadership and communication skills, enabling them to manage teams, liaise with stakeholders, and oversee utility mapping operations at a senior level.
The qualification is particularly valuable for professionals working in construction, utilities, and infrastructure development. It supports career progression into roles such as utility surveyor, compliance officer, or project manager, while also strengthening credibility with employers and clients. By completing this diploma, learners demonstrate mastery of utility mapping and surveying practices, positioning themselves as trusted experts capable of ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance in projects where accurate utility data is essential.
Course Overview
Awarding Body
ProQual
Duration
6-12 Months
Study Mood
Online
Assessment
Assignments Based
Course Study Units
- Agree project requirements and plan site surveying in geomatics and site surveying management
- Manage the analyses and presentation of site surveying information in geomatics and site surveying management
- Identify, assess and present spatial data in geomatics and site surveying management
- Vacuum excavations
- Identify hazards and control risks in geomatics and site surveying management

Entry Requirements
Who Can Enroll
This qualification is designed for professionals who want to formalize and advance their expertise in utility mapping and surveying.
- Utility surveyors responsible for detecting and mapping underground services.
- Construction professionals overseeing site preparation and safety.
- Project managers coordinating utility-related operations.
- Health and safety officers ensuring compliance during utility works.
- Engineers or inspectors working with geospatial data and mapping systems.
- Experienced workers seeking career progression into senior surveying or leadership roles.
Course Learning Outcomes
Agree Project Requirements and Plan Site Surveying in Geomatics and Site Surveying Management
- Be able to identify, assess and agree project requirements for site surveying
- Understand how to identify, assess and agree project requirements for site surveying
- Be able to plan site surveying processes and operations
- Understand how to plan site surveying processes and operations
Manage the Analyses and Presentation of Site Surveying Information in Geomatics and Site Surveying Management
- Be able to manage the preparations for site surveying operations
- Understand how to manage the preparations for site surveying operations
- Be able to manage the observation and recording of site surveys
- Understand how to manage the observation and recording of site surveys
- Be able to manage the analysis and presentation of site survey information
- Understand how to manage the analysis and presentation of site survey information
Identify, Assess and Present Spatial Data in Geomatics and Site Surveying Management
- Be able to identify mapping and data requirements
- Understand how to identify mapping and data requirements
- Be able to assess and produce mapping data
- Understand how to assess and produce mapping data
- Be able to present mapping data
- Understand how to present mapping data
Identify Hazards and Control Risks in Geomatics and Site Surveying Management
- Be able to identify hazards and risks and implement risk reduction methods
- Understand how to identify hazards and risks and implement risk reduction methods
- Be able to establish and use systems for managing health, safety and welfare
- Understand how to establish and use systems for managing health, safety and welfare
Vacuum Excavations
- Know the range of applications for a vacuum excavator
- Know the safety aspects and key features of vacuum excavators
- Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when carrying out vacuum excavation
- Be able to plan and manage a vacuum excavation
