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Diploma of Computer Systems
Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC
Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 02411J
Improve your prospects of finding work as a computer networking associate, junior internet or intranet network administrator or junior network design engineer with our computer systems course.Our computer systems diploma forms part of the Bachelor of Computer Systems course. You’ll build on the fundamentals of computer hardware, software, networking, systems analysis and databases. You’ll study electives in topics such as cloud computing, operating systems and programming for web applications.Box Hill Institute is a Cisco Training Centre for the Asia Pacific region and the course may lead to certifications in Cisco CCNA or other certifications.Like Box Hill Institute - IT & Cyber Security on FacebookFollow Box Hill Institute - IT & Cyber Security on Instagram Improve your prospects of finding work as a computer networking associate, junior internet or intranet network administrator or junior network design engineer with our computer systems course. This forms part of the Bachelor of Computer Systems course. Build on fundamentals in computer hardware, software, networking, systems analysis and databases. Choose electives such as cloud computing, operating systems and programming for web applications. This course can lead to certifications in Cisco CCNA and more.
Designed for
Applicants with Higher Education studyApplicants who have completed some of a higher education course, either at non-university higher education providers or university, are welcome to apply. Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for advanced credits. All applications for advanced credits are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning outcomes have been demonstrated through your completion of subjects.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with Vocational Education And Training (VET) StudyApplicants who have completed a VET course of study (a VET Certificate IV course as minimum) with ICT field of study focus at a public TAFE or other VET provider are welcome to apply. You may receive advanced credits for relevant subjects on the basis of your diploma studies.Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for advanced credits. All applications for advanced credits are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning outcomes has been demonstrated through your completion of subjects in your prior course.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with recent secondary educationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous 2 years.You can apply to study with us through direct entry if you have:successfully completed VCE, with a study score of at least 20 in Maths (any) and 20 in English (any)additional consideration will be given for achievement in physics, chemistry, systems and technology, technological design and development and/or mathematics methodsInterview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with work and life experienceApplicants with work and life experience who have left secondary education more than 2 years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.Experience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants are required to present evidence of current employment or experience in the ICT industry together with evidence of your ability to meet the demands of the program.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.
Structure
You will complete 6 core subjects and 2 electives
Subjects
- networking and routing basics
- computer systems hardware and software
- mathematics for computing
- object-oriented design and programming
- systems analysis and design
- database and information retrieval
- introduction to cloud computing
- switching principles and wan technologies
- business management
- internet technologies
- strategic project management
Standard entry requirements
Year 12 applicants must:book an interview (via Apply Now above). Note: applications for this course cannot be submitted via VTAC.Direct Entry Applicants (Non Year 12) must:book an interview (via Apply Now above)Application dates: January and JuneRecognition of Prior Learning is available.. International students please apply through:an authorised representative in your countrya Box Hill Institute booth at an education exhibitionor direct to Box Hill InstituteSee how to apply or contact the international office for more information.
Recognition
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 5 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes. Successful completion enables you to articulate directly into the second year of our Bachelor of Computer Systems. It also articulates into other higher education or university IT degrees.International students: You may wish to apply or package this course with the Bachelor of Computer Systems at Box Hill Institute.
Study pathways
Computer networking associate, junior internet or intranet network administrator or junior network design engineer
