Telecommunications Network Engineering
Qualification
OVERVIEW
This qualification reflects the roles of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function.
Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team or leading a deliverable with others. They may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).
The specialised skills required for a wide variety of roles are listed in the Training Package.
QUICKLINKS
Who can Enrol?
Target applicants will be mostly International/overseas mature aged applicants who may have completed ICT 5 0220 Diploma of Information Technology or similar qualification and want to further develop their skills in Telecommunications Network Engineering
Recommended Pathways from the Qualification
After achieving this qualification, individuals could progress to higher education sector qualifications within the ICT area. They may choose to advance their selected specialisation areas or expand their skills and knowledge in new areas.
Telecommunications Network Manager
Telecommunications Field Engineer
Telecommunications Technical Officer
Telecommunications Network Planner
Telecommunications Engineering Technician
Telecommunications Solution Engineer
Network Security Manager
Network Support Engineer
Network Design Engineer
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites required to enter the ICT60220 – Advanced Diploma of Information Technology course. However, Omni College prefers applicants to have successfully completed the ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology or a similar qual ification.
Additionally, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
English Language Requirement
Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or PTE score of 52 or Certificate IV in EAL or equivalent*.
*For equivalency of various English Languages proficiency testing, and other forms of equivalency please refer to the admissions and student selection policy available in the student’s handbook (www.omni.edu.au).
Note
In the absence of formal English qualifications Omni College may proffer English Placement Test.
Academic Requirement
No formal academic prerequisites. However, ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) or similar qualification is preferred.
Age Requirement
All applicants must be aged 18 years or over at the time of applying for admission to the course.
Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Requirement
Applicants will be required to demonstrate their LLN capabilities and/or complete an LLN assessment prior to the commencement of the course as per the Omni Pre-training and LLN Policy and Procedure. Omni College uses LLN Robot platform for the assessment.
Other
Applicants should have proficiency in digital literacy and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and Power Point). Applicants should be in possession of their personal computer (the minimum configuration should be Intel Core i3 (sixth generation or newer) or equivalent. Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional x64, Memory: 4 GB RAM, Storage: 120 GB internal storage).
CORE UNITS
BSBCRT611
Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBTWK502
Manage team effectiveness
BSBXCS402
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
ICTICT608
Interact with clients on a business level
ICTICT618
Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAD609
Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment
SPECIALISED ELECTIVE UNITS - Telecommunications Network Engineering
ICTNPL413
Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
ICTNWK612
Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks
ICTPMG613
Manage ICT project planning
ICTTEN615
Manage network traffic
ICTTEN622
Produce ICT network architecture designs
GENERAL ELECTIVE UNITS*
ICTICT611
Develop ICT strategic business plans
ICTICT612
Develop contracts and manage contract performance
ICTICT613
Manage the use of development methodologies
ICTSAD604
Manage and communicate ICT solutions
ICTSAS526
Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
Note: *The general elective units may change at college’s discretion, if necessary.