Diploma of Network Engineering
Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00300K
The Diploma of Network Engineering will prepare you for entry-level network engineering roles by providing the skills and knowledge required to design, operate and maintain networks that play a crucial role in the infrastructure of industry and government organizations.Your coursework will cover key areas of network engineering, including data networks and their implementation. You will combine academic studies with practical experience allowing you to further develop your skill set and provide you with the opportunity to stand out from the crowd in a competitive industry.You can also use this qualification to move into our other degree programs such as the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Software Engineering Honors.Study opportunities are also provided to assist students to undertake sought-after industry modules, including Microsoft certification.
Subjects
- IAS201 Cultural Capabilities (replaces CUC107 from 2024) (compulsory)
- CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology OR
- LAL100 Language, Literacy and Sustainability (replaces CUC100 from 2024)
- HIT137 Software Now
- HIT140 Foundations of Data Science (replaces STA101 from 2021)
- HIT164 Computing Fundamentals
- HIT172 Operating Systems and Applications
- HIT274 Network Engineering Applications (replaces HIT174 from 2020)
Standard entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.Defense members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading SeamanAir Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, CorporalArmy: Private, Lance Corporal, CorporalCurrent School Leaver Pathways:Best of 3 Year 12 subject gradesSchool recommendation program* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | International: $31,688 | No |
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