Diploma of Information Technology Networking
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Further your career in IT with a course in networking. Learn the skills and knowledge to design, build, install and manage ICT networks.
Course Essentials
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Location:
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College:College of Engineering and Science
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Study mode:Full Time and Part Time
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Delivery mode:Class Contact, On campus and Industry
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Course code:ICA50411
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Duration:1 year
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This information is for Australian residents.
How to apply
We are currently accepting applications for this course. Applications close on 25 January 2013
Methods of applying:
- You can apply direct to VU
Already a VU student?
You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.
For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science

Careers
- network administrator
- IT administrator
- IT operations administrator
- network services administrator
- network support coordinator
- network operations analyst
- network security coordinator
- network e-business coordinator
Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.
Course Objectives
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to manage, as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team, the installation of a range of networks, including internetworking, security and e-business integration.
Units and electives
To qualify for the Diploma of Information Technology Networking, participants must successfully complete a total of 16 units of study, comprising of 5 core units and 11 electives units in accordance with the packaging rules specified in ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package.
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- Unit code
- ICAICT418A
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- Unit code
- ICAICT511A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK529A
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- Unit code
- ICTSUS5187A
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- Unit code
- ICTTEN6206A
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- Unit code
- ICAICT514A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK501A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK504A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK505A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK506A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK507A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK508A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK516A
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- Unit code
- ICANWK525A
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- Unit code
- ICAPMG501A
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- Unit code
- ICASAS502A
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- Unit code
- ICASAS512A
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- Unit code
- ICASAS517A
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- Unit code
- ICTSUS6233A
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Admission Information
- Year 12: Successful completion of VCE or equivalent
- International: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
- Mature: As assessed by the University.
How to apply for this course
We are currently accepting applications for this course. You can apply direct to VU. Applications close on 25 January 2013.
When you're ready to apply:
- Read the Advice to applicants (contains details about how to apply for your course, extra requirements, what happens when you submit your application and other important information).
- Submit a TAFE Direct Entry Application form
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As part of the application you may need to complete extra requirements such as:
- submit supplementary forms
- attend an interview, audition, information session or workshop
- submit a folio
- sit a test
Details about extra requirements are available from the College of Engineering and Science.
You need to complete all extra requirements by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered.
Transferring between VU courses
Want to transfer into this course from another VU course? Complete the Victoria University internal course application form and check whether you need to complete any extra requirements, listed above.
You can also contact us directly:
- Phone: +61 3 9919 6200
Email: it.tafe@vu.edu.au - Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
- Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU
Get in touch
Contact us to discuss your course options:
Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU
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