Duration
2 years
Intake dates
January and July
What does this course involve?
This course has a distinctive systems focus which trains you to manage computers and computer networks. You learn strong practical skills in computer maintenance, operating systems, network configuration and maintenance, interface design and use of the internet and internetworking technologies.
The course includes all the training needed to prepare you for internationally recognised, industry certifications from Cisco, CompTIA and Microsoft.
Entrance requirements
Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass. Relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.
English Language Proficiency
A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.
Special admission requirements
Studies in mathematics and information technology to Year 12 level (or equivalent) are recommended.
Cost
Aus $9,500 per year
plus amenities and materials fees.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a:
- network administrator
- computer hardware technician
- network design
- systems administrator
You may find work in:
- financial institutions
- educational and government organisations
- the military
- hospitals
- telecommunications providers
- computer support companies
You will also be entitled to associate membership with the Institution of Engineers Australia.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Bachelor of Computer Systems (Networking) at Box Hill Institute and receive up to 18 months of credits.
The will also prepare you for internationally recognised, industry certifications from Cisco (CCNA), CompTIA (A+) and Microsoft (MCP) such as:
Cisco
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Introduction to Cisco Networking Technologies (INTRO)
- Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (ICND)
- Wireless LAN for Field Engineers
CompTIA
Microsoft
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
Course Structure
The Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering comprises five competency units and is divided into four stages. Each stage represents six months of full-time study (one semester). Stage one provides a broad based understanding of computer systems, while the subsequent stages develop your understanding and skills in operating systems, networks and programming.
Once you have successfully completed the four stages you will have passed all the underpinning skills and knowledge required and shown attainment of the following five high level competencies.
