As you read this information, please note the course is going to be re-accredited. There will be minor changes to the information provided here.

This computer systems engineering course is designed to give you advanced skills in managing computers and computer networks.

You will develop practical skills in computer maintenance, operating systems, network configuration and maintenance, interface design and internet working technologies.

You will learn how to develop complex testing and evaluation features and diagnose faults in advanced systems.

You will also learn how to provide technical leadership in the workplace and gain training in the following vendor certifications; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Networking Technologies (INTRO), Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (ICND), Wireless LAN for Field Engineers and Cisco Call Manager. You will also study (Linux+, and Net+), Microsoft (Certified Professional (MCP) Systems Administrator (MCSA), and Linux Administration.

This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a network administrator, computer hardware technician, network designer or systems administrator.

You may find work in financial institutions, educational and government organisations, the military, hospitals, telecommunications providers or computer support companies.
You will also be entitled to associate membership with the Institution of Engineers Australia.

Students who successfully complete an Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering who wish to progress into an Associate Degree in Computer Systems (Networking) or Bachelor of Computer Systems (Networking) will receive credit for eight subjects or the equivalent of 1 year’s duration.

• You must have successfully completed Year 12 (VCE) of education, or equivalent.
• For Year 11 or mature age students, please apply directly to the Institute for consideration. In some circumstances a bridging program may be required.

VTAC and direct entry – rolling enrolments
VTAC - to apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.
Direct entry – to apply for both part time and mid-year places in this course, you will need to apply directly to the Institute.

• Individual interview
• Assessment of application (VTAC)

Full time - 2 years Part time - 4 to 6 years

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

• Oral presentation
• Written assessment
• Practical assessment
• Project work
• Examination or testing
• Online assessment
• Workplace assessment

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.