Already Working as an Engineer? How Joshua Expanded into Residential Structural Design

Joshua is an Australian-born engineer with over 7 years of experience in the construction and civil infrastructure space.
He had worked on major projects and was already established in the industry.

But when enquiries started coming in for residential and domestic structural engineering work, he realised something important:

He didn’t fully understand how residential structural design actually works in Australia.

That lack of clarity meant:
Turning work away
Passing opportunities to others
Not feeling confident answering residential structural questions

In this testimonial, Joshua explains why he joined LearnPedia’s residential structural design and drafting program, and how it helped him:

✔ Understand Australian residential structural design from start to finish, step by step
✔ Learn how structural engineers actually design residential dwellings
✔ Use real industry software (Structural Toolkit, SpaceGASS, AutoCAD)
✔ Gain clarity around Australian Standards and responsibilities
✔ Expand his engineering skill in the residential field set without leaving his current job

Unlike theory-based courses, this training focuses on real-life residential projects, step-by-step workflows, and practical decision-making used by structural engineers in Australia.

Joshua also explains who this type of training is best suited for:
Engineers already working in civil or construction roles
Engineers wanting to move into residential structural engineering
Engineers receiving residential enquiries but lacking confidence
Graduates or early-career engineers wanting real-life structural design exposure

If you’re a structural or civil engineer in Australia looking to expand into residential structural design, this video provides a clear, honest perspective from someone who has already done it.

To check your eligibility for our training programs and learn more, visit our YouTube Page and click on the “Check Your Eligibility” Link.

Video Chapters:
[00:00] - Josh’s Background: 7 Years in Civil Project Management
[00:46] - The Problem: Turning away residential work & inquiries
[01:18] - Why LearnPedia? Finding a "bridging course" that university didn't offer
[02:00] - Traineeship Review: Single Story Design & Internship Program
[03:30] - The Content: Step-by-step design & real software (Structural Toolkit)
[05:58] - The Result: Expanding business opportunities & building trust
[06:42] - Final Verdict: Gaining 2 years of experience in months

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