Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)

There are a total of 20 units to complete the course. This includes 6 core units and 14 elective units. Some of the units of this course are listed below:

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

• ICTICT435 Create technical documentation
• ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
• ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
• ICTNWK546 Manage network security
• ICTCLD502 Design and implement highly available cloud infrastructure
• ICTICT518 Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
• ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
• ICTNWK556 Identify and resolve network problems
• ICTICT519 Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
• ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
• ICTNWK423 Manage network and data integrity
• ICTNWK541 Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services
• ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
• ICTTEN519 Design network building projects

General Entry Requirements

All applicants seeking to enrol at the NeXgen Institute of Australia (NIA) must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

• Age Requirement:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.

• Academic Requirements:

For Certificate III and Certificate IV courses: Completion of equivalent to Australian Year 10 qualification.

English Language Proficiency (International Students)

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

• IELTS: Minimum overall band score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old).
• Education in English: Evidence of at least 5 years of study in an English-speaking country.
• Previous Study in Australia: Completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification at an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) within the last 2 years.
• Other English Language Tests: Equivalent scores in recognised tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge English. Results must also be within 2 years from the test date.

To verify equivalency to an IELTS score of 6.0, use the comparison tools provided at: Compare IELTS Scores

Numeracy Skills Requirement

Applicants must also satisfy the course-specific numeracy requirements, which may be assessed through:

• A language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test conducted by NIA, or
• Equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating sufficient numeracy competence.

Course-Specific Requirements

Some courses may have additional requirements, such as:

• Work placement prerequisites (e.g. police checks, vaccinations, working with children checks).
• Physical capacity to complete tasks specific to the industry (e.g. for cookery, healthcare, or construction courses).
• Portfolio submission, interview assessment, or prior program completion may be required for selected courses or specific qualifications.

• Offshore Student Tuition Fee: $AU 21,000.00 (This fee excludes the material and enrolment fees)

This diploma of information technology is your first step towards a rewarding ICT career. Upon successfully completing this qualification, you can launch a career in:

• Network Technician
• Security Administrator
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Junior Security Analyst

It also offers a guaranteed entry into higher studies or academic pathways such as a bachelor's degree in information systems or advance your IT career through senior IT diplomas.