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Associate Degree in Computer Systems

Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 02411J

Get comfortable presenting systems ideas in the boardroom or the workshop with our computer systems course. You’ll also improve your prospects of finding work as a computer networking engineer, internet/intranet network administrator, network analyst, virtualisation engineer, data centre administrator and much more with this applied computing course.Our associate degree includes majors in networking, cloud computing and virtualisation. You’ll expand on fundamental studies in:computer hardware and softwarenetworkingvirtualisationoperating systemsnetwork securityprogrammingprogramming for web applicationsbusiness and communication skillsBox Hill Institute is a Cisco Training Centre for the Asia Pacific region and the course can lead to certifications in Cisco CCNA and other certifications such as Linux LPI, Microsoft (MCTS), VMWare VCP. The networking major will include topics including Cisco Academy CCNP. The cloud computing and virtualisation stream will include desktop, applications and data virtualisation, with course information from EMC and Citrix as well as from VMWare.In our computer systems course, you will study:computer networkingoperating systemsnetwork securitycloud computingvirtualisation business management and practicesYou’ll also cover internet and emerging technologies, systems fundamentals.This degree will train you in the following vendor certifications: Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), VMWare (VCP), EMC (EMCISA), Citrix (CCA), Microsoft (MCTS) and Linux Professional (LPIC).Like Box Hill Institute - IT & Cyber Security on FacebookFollow Box Hill Institute - IT & Cyber Security on Instagram Get comfortable presenting systems ideas in the boardroom or the workshop with our computer systems course. In our associate degree in computer systems, you’ll expand on fundamental studies in computer hardware and software, networking, virtualisation, operating systems, network security, emerging computer technologies, programming for web applications, business and communication skills and entrepreneurship and innovations skills.

Designed for

Applicants with Higher Education studyApplicants who have completed some of a higher education course, either at non-university higher education providers or university are welcome to apply. Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for advanced credits. All applications for advanced credits are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning outcomes has been demonstrated through your completion of subjects.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) StudyApplicants who have completed a VET course of study (a VET Certificate IV course as minimum) with ICT field of study focus at a public TAFE or other VET provider are welcome to apply. You may receive advanced credits for relevant subjects on the basis of your diploma studies.Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for advanced credits. All applications for advanced credits are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning outcomes has been demonstrated through your completion of subjects in your prior course.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with recent secondary educationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous 2 years.You can apply to study with us through direct entry if you have:successfully completed VCE, with a study score of at least 20 in Maths (any) and 20 in English (any)additional consideration will be given for achievement in physics, chemistry, systems and technology, technological design and development and/or mathematics methodsInterview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.Applicants with work and life experienceApplicants with work and life experience have left secondary education more than 2 years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.Experience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants are required to present evidence of current employment or experience in the ICT industry together with evidence of your ability to meet the demands of the program.Interview: All applicants will be interviewed. You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.

Structure

There are 16 subjects in total

Subjects

  • networking and routing basics
  • computer systems hardware and software
  • mathematics for computing
  • object-oriented design and programming
  • systems analysis and design
  • database and information retrieval
  • introduction to cloud computing
  • switching principles and wan technologies
  • advanced routing
  • multi-user operating systems administration
  • business management
  • wireless technologies
  • internet technologies
  • network security
  • operating systems 1
  • enterprise virtualisation

Standard entry requirements

International students please apply through:an authorised representative in your countrya Box Hill Institute booth at an education exhibitionor direct to Box Hill InstituteSee how to apply or contact the international office for more information.International Students must:. Applicants completing secondary education (Year 12) or equivalent must: book an interview (via Apply Now above). Note: applications for this course cannot be submitted via VTACAll other applicants must:book an interview (via Apply Now above)Application dates: January and JuneRecognition of Prior Learning is available.

Recognition

This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 6 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes. You can progress into the Bachelor of Computer Systems or similar courses at other higher education organisations.

Study pathways

This course may provide you with employment opportunities such as: computer networking associateinternet or intranet network administratornetwork professional or analysta junior network design engineer

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