Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
This qualification provides competencies to design, install/validate/evaluate and administer computer equipment and systems, manage risk, estimate and manage projects and provide technical advice/sales.The objective of this qualification provides enabling competencies to gain theoretical and practical skills in computer hardware and software applications for assembly, installation, testing and maintenance of office personal computers and computer networks.
Graduates will work as technical officers or service supervisors.As a graduate of this program you may become responsible for personal computer support, and administering and upgrading networking facilities in small, medium or large-sized enterprises.
The program is well structured to support you in the installation, maintenance and administration of large computer networks and computer infrastructure.
Your skills will be applicable to a wide range of business, manufacturing and operational occupations where application of knowledge in computers and software underpins the business operations.The RMIT program is a blend of practical experience with computer hardware and software applications built on a strong theoretical foundation.You will achieve competencies in testing, assembly, installation and maintenance of office personal computers and computer networks.
You will gain skills in operating a wide range of computer hardware and software such as personal computers, servers and network interconnection devices, CISCO devices and software applications for operating workstations, server operating systems, internet applications, and server applications.The program offers a specialised articulation stream if you aspire to undertake a degree.The qualification is structured to deliver competencies, knowledge and skills required by the nationally accredited Electrotechnology Training Package.
It includes a number of core and elective competency units in the major study areas.Areas of specialised study include:Administer Unix-based computers Assemble, test and commission personal computers Client-server networks Design and implement internetworking systems Electrical principles Embedded systems Engineering applications Computational solutions Enterprise networks Install and configure internetworking systems Local area networks Network operating systems, security and services Project management Web services Wireless local area networks Advanced routing Directory services
Structure
C6121 Courses - Note: Course titles without weighting points indicates hours are equivalent to points.
C6121 Core Units - Select ALL Eleven (11) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission industrial computer systems (UEENEED144A) | 20 | EEET7064C | City Campus |
| Modify-redesign of industrial computer systems (UEENEED145A) | 20 | EEET7065C | City Campus |
| Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects (UEENEEE015B) | 40 | EEET6740C | City Campus |
| Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan (UEENEEE038B) | 20 | BUSM6211C | City Campus |
| Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems (UEENEEE078B) | 20 | BUSM6212C | City Campus |
| Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A) | 20 | OHTH5729C | City Campus |
| Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures (UEENEEE117A) | 20 | OHTH5730C | City Campus |
| Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEENEEE137A) | 20 | OHTH5731C | City Campus |
| Manage computer systems/electronics projects (UEENEEH141A) | 40 | BUSM7828C | City Campus |
| Design and develop electronics - computer systems projects (UEENEEH188A) | 40 | EEET7043C | City Campus |
| Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector (UEENEEK132A) | 20 | EEET7031C | City Campus |
C6121 Group B Qualification Elective Units - Select ALL Nine (9) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assemble, set-up and test computing devices (UEENEED102A) | 80 | EEET7066C | City Campus |
| UEENEED104A Use software (UEENEED104A) | 40 | COSC6138C | City Campus |
| Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications (UEENEED112A) | 120 | EEET7067C | City Campus |
| Develop web pages for engineering applications (UEENEED129A) | 40 | COSC6145C | City Campus |
| Install and configure a client computer operating system and software (UEENEED143A) | 40 | EEET7068C | City Campus |
| Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN) (UEENEED146A) | 40 | ISYS7570C | City Campus |
| Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A) | 40 | EEET6993C | City Campus |
| Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components (UEENEEH102A) | 40 | EEET7046C | City Campus |
| Troubleshoot digital sub-systems (UEENEEH112A) | 80 | EEET7047C | City Campus |
C6121 Group C Qualification Elective Units - Select 280 Points
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Install and administer Unix based networked computers (UEENEED113A) | 80 | COSC6147C | City Campus |
| Administer computer networks (UEENEED115A) | 80 | COSC6148C | City Campus |
| Install and configure network systems for internetworking (UEENEED117A) | 120 | COSC6149C | City Campus |
| Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server local area network (UEENEED124A) | 80 | COSC6151C | City Campus |
| Develop computer network services (UEENEED116A) | 120 | COSC6154C | City Campus |
C6121 Group D Qualification Elective Units - Select ALL Three (3) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems (UEENEEE126A) | 60 | EEET7022C | City Campus |
| Design and implement network systems for internetworking (UEENEED118A) | 120 | COSC6150C | City Campus |
| Develop energy sector directory services (UEENEED147A) | 80 | COSC6152C | City Campus |
C6121 Group E Qualification Elective Units - Select ALL Five (5) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan industrial computer systems projects (UEENEED148A) | 60 | BUSM7830C | City Campus |
| Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems (UEENEEE127A) | 120 | COSC6140C | City Campus |
| Solve electrotechnical engineering problems (UEENEEE129A) | 60 | EEET7061C | City Campus |
| Apply material science to solving electrotechnology engineering problems (UEENEEE081A) | 60 | EEET7019C | City Campus |
| Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems (UEENEEE082A) | 60 | ONPS5684C | City Campus |
C6121 Other Group E Elective Units - Select a Minimum of 460 Points
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design and manage enterprise computer networks (UEENEED114A) | 80 | COSC6153C | City Campus |
| Design and implement advanced routing for internetworking systems (UEENEED119A) | 100 | COSC6155C | City Campus |
| Design and implement remote access for Internetworking systems (UEENEED120A) | 100 | COSC6156C | City Campus |
| Design and implement multi-layer switching for Internetworking systems (UEENEED121A) | 100 | COSC6157C | City Campus |
| Design and implement security for Internetworking systems (UEENEED122A) | 100 | COSC6158C | City Campus |
| Design and implement wireless LANs/WANs for internetworking systems (UEENEED123A) | 100 | COSC6159C | City Campus |
| Develop energy sector computer network applications infrastructure (UEENEED149A) | 80 | COSC6160C | City Campus |
| Design embedded controller control systems (UEENEED152A) | 80 | COSC6143C | City Campus |
Entry requirements
Entry to the first year of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering program requires the successful completion of an approved Australian Year 12 (e.g. VCE) or an equivalent program of study; and/or work experience in the relevant industry sector.
If candidates have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (e.g. through prior paid or voluntary work experience), they can be assessed and have these skills and knowledge formally recognised at any point during the program. There is information on the RMIT University website about the application process for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – refer to:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
Equity Admissions Schemes RMIT understands that people’s backgrounds and circumstances can affect their access to education and training. RMIT’s equity admissions schemes allow applicants to explain the circumstances that have adversely affected their education, and demonstrate their capacity for future academic success. All of the Advanced Diplomas offer entry through the SNAP and SEAS pathways that identify students in specific disadvantaged categories.
Learning outcomes
This nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) qualification is competency-based.This means that it is designed to enable you to develop the practical skills and knowledge (competency) needed to perform the duties and tasks in the job you are training for. Assessment in a competency-based program is about being able to demonstrate that you have developed these practical skills and areas of knowledge,and that you can perform at the standard required in the job. This could involve showing an assessor how you plan and carry out tasks, and explaining to the assessor how you know what you are doing. It could also involve completing a project and presenting a report on the process and outcomes. If you are working, your work supervisor may provide the assessor with a report on your competency.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (e.g. through prior paid or voluntary work experience), you can be assessed and have these skills and knowledge formally recognised at any point during the program. There is information on the RMIT website about how to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
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