Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals involving a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in telecommunications and IT networks using internet protocol (IP) systems who can:- Install, test and commission data communications networks in medium to large enterprises using Next Generation Networks (NGN) technologies;
- Provide specialist technical support in monitoring and administering the installation and upgrade of IT networks;
- Cover local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), IP based protocol systems, secured networks, wireless and wired line networks, databases, routers, switches and servers;
- Install and maintain IP based network telecommunications equipment.
ACCREDITATION
This is a nationally recognised course and part of ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package. Students who successfully complete all the assessments will be awarded with ICT50210 Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering.TARGET GROUP
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, those candidates who do not have a Certificate IV in Telecommunication Network Engineering must complete "QASA1503 - Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering Applicant Suitability Assessment".
- Achieving the ICT40210 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Engineering or another relevant accredited Training Package qualification or relevant accredited course; or
- Providing evidence of competency in the core units required for the ICT40210 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Engineering or equivalent units with proven vocational experience; or
- With substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification; or
- Providing evidence of competency or possession of an ICT degree, which is completed in the last 5 years; and/or
- Providing evidence of or hold one or more equivalent professional certificate(s) in Networking such as Cisco CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, Microsoft MCITP, MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA Network+, etc.
PATHWAYS FROM THE QUALIFICATION
Some examples of advanced standing for graduates of this Diploma course are:
- Australian Catholic University
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• 80 credit points guaranteed out of the total 240 points required for the course
- University of Canberra (Liverpool Campus)
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• 24 credit points for first year study in a three year degree
- Southern Cross University
EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES / EXPECTED JOB ROLES
- IP-based network Installer
- Specialised network infrastructure installer
- Secure IT network installer
- Installer of emerging technologies
- Telecommunications technical specialist
- Entry-level Network Engineer
- Entry-level Server Administrator
- Entry-level Network Administrator
- Server/Network Support Level 2-3
DELIVERY LOCATION
FACILITIES
The general facilities at Abbey College Australia includes large classrooms with layout designed for both lecture and discussion format. All classrooms are equipped with audio-visual presentation hardware and software. All students also have access to wireless network, printing and library facilities.
In addition, Diploma of Telecommunication Network Engineering students have access to the following facilities:
- Computer lab with access to the Internet and printer.
- Every student will receive their Cisco and Microsoft official course books and courseware for all units of study.
- Individual students will have dedicated access to an enterprise-grade physical server with Windows Server 2012 DataCenter Edition Operating System and Hyper-V Virtualisation installed on each server.
- Four full-set of dedicated Cisco hands-on labs equipment for CCNA.
Each set is installed on an independent equipment rack, which includes:
- at least 3 Cisco Integrated Services Routers.
- at least 3 Cisco Catalyst Switches.
- all Ethernet, serial, console, and power cables required for the completion of the labs.
- Exclusive access to full sets of Microsoft Official Course labs run on Hyper-V for every mapped course.
- Access to Abbey’s Moodle site as Learning Management System.
- Microsoft IT Academy benefits for students, such as software licensing and resources.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To receive this qualification, learners must demonstrate competency in all of the 4 core competencies covered by the training program and 6 elective competencies.
No |
Unit |
Description |
Core/Elective |
1 |
BSBPMG522 |
Undertake project work |
Core |
2 |
BSBSUS501 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
Core |
3 |
ICTPMG5031A |
Prepare a project brief |
Core |
4 |
ICTTEN5037A |
Design a telecommunications project |
Core |
5 |
ICTICT508 |
Evaluate vendor products and equipment |
Elective |
6 |
ICTNWK516 |
Determine best-fit topology for a local network |
Elective |
7 |
ICTTEN5147A |
Administer a data communications network |
Elective |
8 |
ICTSUS5187A |
Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system |
Elective |
9 |
ICTTEN5200A |
Install, configure and test a local area network switch |
Elective |
10 |
ICTTEN5201A |
Install, configure and test a server |
Elective |
The electives are selected for institute-based (face to face) training and suitable for an IP based network installer. These may vary depend on the work outcomes and industry requirements.
EQUAL FULL TIME STUDENT LOAD (EFTSL)
This course has been developed over one year (comprising of 10 units of competency). The 50 week course total EFTSL is 1. The EFTSL is 0.25 per unit of study.
MAPPED industry/VENDOR COURSES AND QUALIFICATIONS
This program is designed to prepare the students for the industry. Students are required to complete the relevant training that is directly mapped to the vendors’ qualifications. In addition, they are required to study and expected to complete the following exams as part of this program. Students can participate in these exams at no additional cost. However, students who fail one or more of these exams may be required to pay additional fees to re-sit the exam.
The following table shows the mapped Microsoft and Cisco courses/modules that student will learn in this course with their corresponding exams and qualifications.
Relevant Training |
Relevant Exam |
Relevant Qualification |
Microsoft MOC6421 |
70-642 |
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) |
Microsoft MOC6425 Microsoft MOC6426 |
70-640 |
|
Microsoft MOC6433 |
70-646 |
|
Cisco ICND1 Cisco ICND2 |
200-120 |
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) |
Students who successfully complete all of the Diploma requirements and all vendor exams, are expected to obtain the following qualifications:
- Nationally recognised ICT50210 Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering from Abbey College Australia;
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) from Microsoft; and
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) from Cisco.
The main goal of this approach is to significantly enhance the readiness and chances of graduates of this course to work and perform well in the industry immediately after they finish their course.
TEACHING METHODS
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Methods of assessments include:
- Written assessments;
- Hands-on labs;
- Practical/demonstration activities;
- Team-work in telecommunication/networking projects; and
- Group and individual presentations.
RPL (RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING)
- Providing evidence of completion of related training programs or courses and mapping them to the target competencies; or
- Demonstrating them in a workplace or simulated workplace environment.
- Payment of RPL assessment fee will be required ($550 per unit and it is non-refundable).
- RPL application should be submitted with the enrolment form prior to enrolment.