ICT51015 Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering

This qualification reflects the role of a technical specialist, with high level skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information technology (IT) networks using internet protocol (IP) systems.

An individual in this role can install, test and commission voice and data communications networks in medium to large enterprises using next generation networks technologies. They can provide specialist technical support in monitoring and administering the installation and upgrade of large telecommunications and IT networks including local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), IP based protocol systems, voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and unified communications networks, secured networks, cellular mobile networks, microwave systems, wireless and wired line networks, databases, routers, switches and servers.

The following specialisations can be achieved through selection of specific units of competency:

• Management
• Network Engineering
• Optical Networks
• Radio Communications.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.

On successful completion of this course the student would obtain ICT51015 Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering. After completion of this course, students may opt to start a career in areas of network security or choose pursue specialized and higher qualifications in the field of ICT.

Assessment processes cover a broad range of skills and knowledge needed to demonstrate competency and will integrate knowledge and skills with their practical application. All Assessments of units of competence will be conducted according to the assessment guidelines and competency standards of the official Training Package for this qualification.

Students will be required to perform in a range of areas including and not limited to: Short Answer Test, Case Study, Presentation, Practical Demonstration, Computer based activities and Written Examinations etc.

Certificate IV or Diploma from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package.

or

Certificate III in Telecommunications with at least one year full time equivalent and relevant telecommunications practical experience.

or

Certificate III or a Certificate IV qualification in related technical fields of study with at least one year full time equivalent and relevant telecommunications practical experience.

or

Completed a minimum of three years equivalent full-time experience in the telecommunications industry with particular technical experience in; installation of cabling; diagnosis and rectification of telecommunications system faults; and the delivery and operation of network infrastructure, for core and access networks in accordance with industry regulations and legislative requirements.

Eligibility Requirements – International Students

Age requirements

For international students Imperial has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course. In relation to this qualification it would be quite unexpected for any student local or international to be under 18 years of age.

English Language

All international students must meet the minimum English entry requirements of the course they are applying for. The details are as listed below:

All international students should be able to meet the English requirements as required under the assessment level and country of passport of the student by Department of Home Affairs.  Further information available on www.homeaffairs.gov.au

Imperial accepts the scores from International English Language Test Score (IELTS), PTE Academic English or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as below:

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Applicants whose English results falls below above score will need to enrol in an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS).  Arrangements will be made for the student to complete the ELICOS course with one of approved ELICOS provider at the student’s expense.

English Language

It would be expected that they have

• Achieved a pass result in level 3/4 VCE English or VCE ESL or equivalent.

Fee – Domestic full fee paying students

Tuition Fee: $10,000 (subject to change without notice)
Admission Fee: $250
Resources $1200 (including laptop and course material)
Total Course Fee $11,450

We confirm that there will no additional cost(s) in undertaking this course

For domestic full fee paying students, Imperial will accept payment of no more than $1000 from each individual student prior to the commencement of the course. Following course commencement, Imperial may require payment of additional fees in advance from the student but only such that at any given time, the total amount required to be paid which is attributable to tuition or other services yet to be delivered to the student does not exceed $1,500.

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) by providing evidence that they have the required skills and knowledge in the specific areas of competency through work /industry experience and/or completed eligible assessments in an equivalent or higher qualification.

Appropriate credit transfer may be granted to eligible students against each unit of competency on evidence to successful completion of the same unit in an equivalent or higher nationally endorsed qualification.

Students with credit transfers will finish the course in a shorter duration and are advised to consult appropriate authorities/bodies for applicable criteria if they are planning further study or stay in Australia.