Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking, Cyber Security)
One word describes the field of digital networking and cyber security: growth. It’s a burgeoning sector around the globe, and you can position yourself at its very forefront with a Swinburne Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking, Cyber Security).
You’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to install, manage and support critical networks. Our course has CISCCO CCNA academic program built in, so you’ll also learn how to manage multi-vendor diverse operating environments comprising of physical and virtual infrastructure.
Explore virtualisation, network security and new technologies related to the cloud and wireless technology. Delve into advanced server administration (Microsoft and Linux operating environments). Get relevant, industry-current skills in:
- Host hardening
- Vulnerability scanning
- Penetration testing
- Risk assessment and control
- Encryption
- Access control
- VPNs
- Centralised authentication and authorisation
Duration
12 months
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
VTAC course codes
- 3400212914
Game Art and Design, Game Programming (fee type determined by provider) - 3400212904
Advanced Networking, Cyber Security (fee type determined by provider) - 3400212924
Advanced Programming (fee type determined by provider) - 3400213034
VIC Cyber Academy (fee type determined by provider)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Diploma of Information Technology Advanced Networking Networking and Cyber Security Streams is all about preparing the students for future exciting opportunities and challenges that comes with technological advancements. The emphasis is placed on practical skills using a hands-on approach in areas of Network Administration (both physical and virtual infrastructure), Virtualization, Cloud, Wireless technologies, and Network and infrastructure security. We also have Vendor qualifications such as CISCO CCNA.
Course technologies:
Our Graduates are exposed to wide variety of technologies originating from leading vendors such as Microsoft, VMware, CISCO and variants of Linux such as CentOS, Ubuntu and Kali Linux.
Our Graduates are exposed to wide variety of technologies originating from leading vendors such as Microsoft, VMware, CISCO and variants of Linux such as CentOS, Ubuntu and Kali Linux.
In delivering these technologies the key focus is on:
- Microsoft Server: Active Directory, Group Policy management, DNS, DHCP, Nano Server and its management etc.
- Linux Server: Administration and usage in security auditing and penetration testing
- CISCO Routing, Switching, VLANs, IPV4/IPV6, LAN and WAN design and Troubleshooting wireless design and Configuration virtualization and cloud; building and management of virtual infrastructure including building & managing private cloud using leading vendors products such as VMware VSphere and vCenter, Microsoft Hyper V and System Centre. Cloud related services, privacy, security, storages etc.
- AWS cloud technologies
- Cyber Security Solutions
Course structure
Students are required to complete 20 units, including 6 core units and 14 elective units.
Units of study
Core Units:
Originate and develop concepts (BSBCRT512)
Originate and develop concepts (BSBCRT512)
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices (BSBXCS402)
Lead and facilitate a team (BSBXTW401)
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation (ICTICT517)
Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments (ICTICT532)
Manage client problems (ICTSAS527)
Elective Units:
Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions (ICTNWK536)
Elective Units:
Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions (ICTNWK536)
Design, build and test network servers (ICTNWK540)
Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments (ICTNWK557)
Install an enterprise virtual computing environment (ICTNWK559)
Gather, analyse and interpret threat data (ICTCYS407)
Protect critical infrastructure for organisations (ICTCYS610)
Manage network security (ICTNWK546)
Utilise design methodologies for security architecture (ICTCYS613)
Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan (ICTSAS524)
Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans (ICTSAS526)
Install and manage complex ICT networks (ICTNWK529)
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches (ICTNWK543)
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers (ICTNWK542)
Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services (ICTNWK541)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- customer support
- database support
- help desk professional
- help desk specialist
- network and system administrator
- network support technician
- PC support technician
- system and network security professional
- system and network technician
- technical support - sustainability
- user support technician
Pathways from this qualification include ICT advanced diploma or vocational graduate certificate qualifications, or other relevant higher education sector qualifications.
Aims and objectives
We ensure our graduates leave Swinburne with the skills that are industry current and relevant. Our Certificate and Diploma offer graduates a deep and broad skill set that includes but not limited to the following:
- Network Design and Security: Key areas include: host hardening, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, risk assessment and control measures, encryption, access control, VPNs, centralized authentication and authorization.
- Advanced Server administration (Microsoft and Linux Operating Environment).
- Virtualization, Cloud and Intro to the Software Defined Data Centre and Software Defined Networks
- Intro to Wireless Technologies
- CISCO CCNA Curriculum
- Project Management and client related skills.
Pathways and scholarships
- Scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.
The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $16,788. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking, Cyber Security)Estimated course fees for 2023* |
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| For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | Is this a Free TAFE course? | |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan | $18,500 | $12,600 | This course is not eligible for Free TAFE |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan | $1,712 | Fully Covered | This course is not eligible for Free TAFE |
Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
Concession rates for vocational students
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 1,090.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements, however we would recommend you have the skills and knowledge in;
- Basic Linux CLI and OS skills
- Basic Understanding of Virtualisation
- Basic word processing skills
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Active Directory
- Basic Networking Knowledge: (any ONE of the following):
• Cisco Networking Academy: CCNA1 - Introduction to Networking
• CompTIA Network+
• Cisco Networking Essentials
• VU21988 - Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
• ICTNWK424 - Install and operate small enterprise branch networks or attainment of
- 22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security
- ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Note: Applicants without a solid grounding in information technology, may choose to complete the Certificate IV in Cyber Security to gain foundational skills in the subject matter.