Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)

Course Code ICT50220 | CRICOS Code 111537K

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Course Overview

The Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) prepares students for careers in telecommunications by teaching them how to design, implement, and manage advanced network systems. The course covers key areas such as network security, wireless technologies, and data communications, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for the industry. Graduates will be equipped to handle complex network challenges and support the growing demand for reliable and efficient telecommunications infrastructure.

Learner Characteristics

Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) learners are students who are:
• Seeking to pursue a career in Information Technology
• Seeking to enter a new industry sector
• Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications.
Characteristics of the target group are as follows:
Students will usually be new entrants.
Students are expected to typically fall into the age range of 18 – 35 as people still establishing or changing careers.
Credit and/or RPL can be provided for those with existing skills and knowledge allowing such students to complete the course in a shorter timeframe.

Units

Course Units
There are a total of 20 units to complete the course, which include 6 core units and 14 elective units. Below are some of the units included in this course:

Core Units

BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organization
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems

Elective Units

ICTICT518 Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTSAS502 Establish and maintain client user liaison
ICTICT435 Create technical documentation
ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
ICTNWK556 Identify and resolve network problems
ICTCLD502 Design and implement highly available cloud infrastructure
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

Entry Requirements

For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for English language proficiency.

Generally, international students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through evidence of:
an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old);
or having been educated for at least 5 years in an English-speaking country;
or having completed at least a Certificate III level or IV course in an Australian RTO within the last 2 years;
or completion of another English Language Test such as PTE and TOEFL (results should also be no more than 2 years old).

Scores should be checked to ensure equivalence to IELTS 6.0 as required using the following websites:

https://ielts.org/organisations/ielts-for-organisations/compare-ielts

For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for numeracy skills.

Fees 2025

Material Fees: AUD $700
Enrolment Fees: AUD $300
Tuition Fees (Offshore): AUD $22,000

Career Pathway

Telecommunications Technician
Network Support Technician
Telecommunications Engineer