| Diploma of Information Technology
(Network Engineering) |
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| Course Description |
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The Diploma of Information Technology (Network
Engineering) is approximately 12 months full time* or 38
months part time*. This course offers training in fi ve of the
industry’s most highly sought, globally recognised vendor
certifi cations: A+, Network+, CCNA and your choice of
Microsoft certifi cation stream (incorporating MCSA and
MCP) or Linux Red Hat certifi cation stream. |
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| What will I learn? |
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The course provides training in a range of skill sets. This
includes the design, installation and management of
computer networks and systems, network security, trouble
shooting, project management, programming concepts and
various programming languages. |
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| Should I consider this course? |
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This is an advanced course for those seeking career
advancement in the fi eld of networking design and
management. It should appeal to those who wish to obtain
multiple vendor certifi cations while achieving a widely
recognised IT qualifi cations. |
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| What do I need to start? |
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To ascertain whether you qualify for a course at Computer
Power Institute, you must obtain a satisfactory result
on our entrance assessment. Additionally, you will have
successfully completed Year 12/UE or Bursary or have work
experience behind you. Of course, you need enthusiasm
and a willingness to learn. Knowledge of Microsoft word
processing and spreadsheet applications is desirable. |
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| Major Course Goals |
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| Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: |
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Complete computing tasks and functions in a number
of operating system environments |
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Confi gure and administer a local area network |
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Troubleshoot and resolve network problems and
manage network security |
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Analyse client requirements and design, develop, code
and evaluate the appropriate business solution using a
variety of programming languages |
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Demonstrate communication, problem solving, time
management, planning and goal setting skills. |
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| Career Path |
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| This course can complement your existing skills and
qualifi cations or provide further opportunities in your
current role. It can also prepare you for a number of career
opportunities including: |
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| CAREER ENTRY |
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES |
| Network Engineer |
Network Manager |
| Network Administration |
Network Administrator |
| Technician |
Service Manager |
| Service Administration |
Technical Manager |
| Systems Support |
Help Desk Manager |
| Customer Service |
Engineer Workshop Manager |
| PC Support |
Self Employed |
| Hardware Support |
Sales |
| Software Support |
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| Help Desk |
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| Course Modules |
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| INTRODUCTION |
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Orientation |
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Introduction to Computer Power |
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| A+ HARDWARE & SOFTWARE |
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Install and configure PC hardware and system components |
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Disk, peripheral and device management |
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System upgrades and maintenance |
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Troubleshooting |
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| NETWORK+ |
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Network concepts |
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Network installation and configurations |
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Network applications and administration |
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Network structure and security |
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| HELP DESK PROBLEM SOLVING TECHNIQUES |
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| PROJECT MANAGEMENT |
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Project processes, scope and life cycle |
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Project time and cost management |
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Managing quality, resources, communications and risk |
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Project procurement |
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| STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING CONCEPTS |
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Principles of structured programming techniques |
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Designing algorithms |
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| SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES |
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Determine client business expectations and manage the scope,
cost and quality control |
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Develop the detailed technical design blueprint |
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Design and manage project life cycle |
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| INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS |
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Detailed investigation and project analysis |
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System design and development |
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System life cycle methodologies |
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System development tools |
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| EXTENDED CUSTOMER SERVICE |
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The customer/business relationship |
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Dealing with diffi cult customers |
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Customer feedback |
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| CERTIFIED CISCO NETWORK ASSOCIATE |
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CCNA Certifi cation Process |
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Internet working |
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The OSI Model |
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Managing Cisco Devices |
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Cisco Catalyst Switches |
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CCNA Exam Preparation |
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| GROUP DEVELOPMENT PROJECT |
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IT business strategy development |
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Manage, guide and apply project integration and quality
management techniques |
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Project life cycle design |
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| PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM |
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Goal setting and planning |
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Work Place People Skills |
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Time and personal resource management |
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Communication skills, decision making |
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Telephone and written communication skills |
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| EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION AND PLANNING |
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Surveying the job market |
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Matching skills with employer needs |
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Interview techniques |
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| FIELD SITE PRACTICAL TRAINING |
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Trainees work at an independent IT company where they are
involved in day-to-day operations. A manager from the company
returns an assessment of the trainee’s performance. |
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| ELECTIVES |
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Students will choose to major in two of the following
electives: |
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| LINUX RED HAT CERTIFICATION (RHCT) |
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Hardware, device confi guration, and installation |
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Linux File system Management |
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System initialisation, services and administration tools |
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Network confi guration and troubleshooting |
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Red Hat Linux Computing Essentials |
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Red Hat Linux Core System Administration |
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OR
MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS (MCP & MCSA) |
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Implementing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
Infrastructure |
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Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Environment |
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Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP
Professional |
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ADVANCED STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING |
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The C Preprocessor |
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DNE Programming Project |
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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES |
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Object Oriented Programming Concepts |
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Introduction to C Programming |
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Introduction to Java |
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Event programming |
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Error Handling |
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Building Java GUI Applications |
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User defi ned data types, procedures and functions, single
dimension arrays and basic data validation |
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