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Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)

Course Code: CICA50405 CRICOS Code: 059519D

Duration	Campus and Intake	Fee*
1 Year/s (Typically students will take this course in combination with the Certificate IV in Information Technology (General), resulting in a total duration of 2 years.)	Hawthorn (Term 1) Wantirna (Term 1)	$12,950 (annual for 2012)

*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

About the course

This course provides the skills to build and manage network systems in a business environment. Emphasis is placed on practical skills using a hands-on approach, including an industry-based work placement. Areas of study include network security, internet infrastructure, routing and network design, SQL database management and Linux, Microsoft and Novell operating systems. You may also have the opportunity to study the IT Essentials and CISCO CCNA programs.

Course Description:

This course provides the skills to build and manage network systems in a business environment. Emphasis is placed on practical skills using a hands-on approach, including a industry-based work placement. Areas of study include network security, internet working, SQL database management, Linux, Microsoft and Novell operating systems. Students may also have the opportunity to study the IT Essentials and CISCO CCNA programs. In the final semester, student groups complete major projects*.

Students can choose to concurrently undertake the Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration) and gain both diploma qualifications at the end of the second year**. Prior to that, students may be eligible to receive the Certificate IV in Information Technology (General).

On successful completion, students can also apply for higher education courses in IT, Network Design and Security, Telecommunications and related courses. For details of the possible exemptions available in Swinburne courses, visit our Pathways website.

*Note: Due to government regulations, the industry-based work placement is not available to international students

**Note: Concurrent study of multiple qualifications is not available to international students

Aims & Objectives:

To empower students with a sound knowledge of network design, administration and security
To provide students with network design and administration skills in a practical hands-on environment
To expose students to realistic network design and administration experiences using a hands-on environment
To encourage students to develop research skills and conduct appropriate research as part of the course outcomes
To produce graduates who are highly competent and ready to work in a range of network design, administration and security entry-level positions

Units of Study:

Core Units (achieve all eight core units from the list below)
BSBPMG505A Manage project quality
ICAA5045C Produce network architecture design
ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICAA5158B Translate business needs into technical requirements
ICAI5098C Install and manage complex networks
ICAI5100C Build an internet infrastructure
ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users
PSPPM502B Manage complex projects

Specialist Units (achieve six specialist units from the list below)
ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements
ICAB5159C Build a security shield for a network
ICAI5176C Install and configure router
ICAP5039B Match IT needs with strategic direction of the enterprise
ICAS5102B Establish and maintain client user liaison

ICAS5192B Configure an internet gateway

Elective Units (achieve four elective units from the list below)
ICAS5118C Manage system security
ICAT5077B Develop detailed test plan
ICAB4222B Apply introductory programming skills in another language
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server

Prerequisites (not already listed in the qualification)

ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAA5140C Design a server
ICAB4225B Automate processes
ICAB5160C Build and configure a server
ICAD4217B Create technical documentation
ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols
ICAI4029C Install network hardware to a network
ICAI4097C Install and configure a network
ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration
ICAS3032B Provide network systems administration
ICAS3120C Configure and administer a network operating system

Entry Requirements (not part of the qualification)

BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace

Employment Outcomes

Career opportunities:

This course prepares students for employment in network administration, system management, helpdesk and IT support. Alternatively, students are well prepared to continue to degree studies in relevant areas of computing.

How To Apply

How to apply:

Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process on our How to Apply page.

English Language Requirements:

Satisfactory completion of the Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level certificate at the Pathways level (EAP 4: Pathways -60%); OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 527 (with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5); OR, a TOEFL Computer-based) minimum score of 196 (with Written Writing score of 4.5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 71 with no band less than 18.

Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.

Prerequisites:

Certificate IV in Information Technology (General), or equivalent.

Find Out More

For further information:

Enquire online: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry

Email: international@swinburne.edu.au

Phone:
+613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)

Information Sessions:

Visit our Meet Us page to see when we are visiting your home country (or here in Australia)

Scholarships:

A range of scholarships is available to international students, visit our Scholarship Page for details.