Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)

This course is designed to provide you with training in the skills and knowledge required to become a computer networking professional. The course will provide you with training in several computer networking skills such as:

• installing and configuring network operating systems (Windows and Linux)
• installing, configuring and managing complex computer networks
• installing and configuring an internet gateway
• designing, building and testing network servers
• managing network security
• installing, configuring and managing virtual computing environments

You will be exposed to popular technologies in computer networking such as Windows and Linux operating systems; Windows servers; networking equipment including routers, switches, and wireless access points; Virtualisation hypervisors - VMware and Hyper-V; and Microsoft Azure platform.

You will be provided with access to Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad) for an opportunity to prepare for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

• Network Administrator
• Network Services Administrator
• Network Support Specialist
• Network Operations Analyst

The demand for computer networking professionals grew very strongly over the past 5 years and is expected to grow very strongly over the next five years. The number of computer networking professionals is likely to increase from 49,100 in 2020 to 64,000 by 2025*.

* www.joboutlook.gov.au. Job Outlook is an initiative of the Australian Government National Skills Commission. Job Outlook provides information about Australian careers, labour market trends and employment projections. Accessed on 28 Oct 2021.

To complete ICT50220 - Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking), 20 units must be satisfactorily completed.

Many units in this course are delivered and assessed in a cluster. A cluster is a group of two or more units of competency that are delivered and assessed together. Clustering-related units in this course help you learn and perform assessment tasks as expected in an actual workplace.

IP, ethics and privacy in ICT

• ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments

ICT Support

• ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
• ICTSAS445 Configure and troubleshoot operating system software
• ICTSAS518 Install and upgrade operating systems
• ICTNWK427 Configure desktop environments

Enterprise Networking

• ICTNWK529 Install and manage complex ICT networks

Network Security

• ICTNWK546 Manage network security
• BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
• ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation

Servers and Virtualisation

• ICTNWK557 Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments
• ICTNWK559 Install an enterprise virtual computing environment
• ICTSUS502 Install and test virtual infrastructure
• ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
• ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions

Leadership

• BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team

Develop Concepts

• BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts

Note: Course structure, units and content are subject to change during the delivery period due to a change in legislative requirements or NIT's course review process.

Training delivery and assessments will follow a holistic approach for units delivered as part of a cluster. You will be required to complete all the assessment requirements of a cluster to advance in the course. Failing to complete the clustered assessments will require re-enrolment in an entire cluster (all units that form part of the cluster) with applicable fees.