The Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering provides the learner with skills which include:
- analysis, diagnosis, fault finding and repair of computer systems and equipment
- primary planning, analysis and design, focused on complex computer systems related to the hardware, software and their inter-relationships
- identifying customer and client needs
- commissioning of advanced computer systems and equipment including local area networks, wide area networks and the Internet environment.
Industry Accreditation:
Students completing the Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering will have acquired the knowledge and skills to enable them to obtain industry qualifications from the following vendors/organisations:
- CompTIA
- Cisco
- Microsoft
- Sun Microsystems
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: UEE60407
- Cricos Code: 064637M
- Local Fees: Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
- International Fees: A$10200 p.a.
Campus: Greensborough, Heidelberg
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
Dependant on entry level.
Part-time:
5-8 years.
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Graduates of this course may be given exemptions from other tertiary institutions if they wish to continue with further study. The level of exemptions is determined by the individual tertiary institution on a case by case basis.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment in computer systems engineering fields designing the hardware and software of complex computer systems, internetworking systems, local area networks, network support and PC maintenance.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Normal VTAC Entry: Successful completion of VCE or its equivalent, with passes in any two units of mathematics. Direct Entry: VCE passes in Mathematics (any) English In some cases, particularly in part-time study, exceptions to these standards can be made. Please contact the Department. Conversion from other courses or disciplines is possible. Please contact the Department to discuss arrangements and/or required bridging units.
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent), including mathematics, or completion of Certificate II in the same stream or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment in this program is conducted in two stages. Students must complete each unit of underpinning knowledge by satisfactorily completing the required assignments/examinations to be eligible to attempt the relevant competency assessment. Each competency assessment consists of a number of actual/simulated work projects which must be satisfactorily completed to demonstrate competencies in the relevant workplace functions.
Materials
Text books, Printed and online resource material.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| UEENEED029B | Develop basic web pages for engineering applications | 40 | |
| UEENEED051B | Provide programming solutions to engineering projects | 60 | |
| BSBFLM506B | Manage workplace information systems | 60 | Core |
| BSBFLM512B | Ensure team effectiveness | 60 | Core |
| UEENEED002B | Assemble, set up and test personal computers | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED004B | Use engineering applications software | 40 | Core |
| UEENEED010B | Set up and create content for a web server (1&2) | 120 | Core |
| UEENEED011B | Develop object oriented code | 140 | Core |
| UEENEED012B | Support computer hardware and software | 120 | Core |
| UEENEED013B | Install and administer unix based computers | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED014B | Design and manage enterprise networks | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED015B | Administer user networks | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED016B | Develop network services | 120 | Core |
| UEENEED017B | Install and configure internet working systems | 120 | Core |
| UEENEED018B | Design and implement internetworking systems | 120 | Core |
| UEENEED022B | Design and implement internetworking systems — security | 100 | Core |
| UEENEED024B | Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server network | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED043B | Install and configure a computer operating system and software | 40 | Core |
| UEENEED044B | Commission computer systems | 20 | Core |
| UEENEED045B | Modify re-design of computer systems | 20 | Core |
| UEENEED046B | Set up and configure basic local area network | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE001B | Apply occupational health and safety practices in the workplace | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE002B | Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE003B | Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE015B | Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE017B | Implement and monitor occupational health and safety policies and procedures | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE026B | Provide computational solutions to basic engineering problems | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE032B | Document occupational hazards and risks in computer systems | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE038B | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE078B | Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEF007B | Set up wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH041B | Manage electronics/computer systems projects | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH088B | Design and develop electronics/computer systems projects | 40 | Core |



