Diploma in Networking

Diploma in Networking Course Outline

This programme will prepare you to enter employment in roles such as a network professional in a service environment. You will be capable of configuring, maintaining, and monitoring networks, using internationally relevant skills and knowledge.

 

Diploma in Networking Programme Structure

The Level 6 NZ Diploma in Networking is a 120-credit programme, consisting of eight x 15 credit courses. A full-time student is expected to complete the programme in up to one year (36 weeks excluding study breaks).

 

Qualification Outcomes

  • Apply advanced wireless and switching configuration and troubleshooting techniques to resolve switching and routing issues for organisational networks
  • Apply routing configurations and troubleshooting techniques to implement and maintain networks
  • Analyse the impact of convergence on network infrastructure and implement unified communications to maintain acceptable organisation service levels
  • Apply specialised knowledge of networking protocols and technologies to configure, maintain, and monitor networks
  • Analyse and implement advanced network security to protect and secure assets and to meet best practices and organisational requirements
  • Behave with integrity as a responsible information technology professional, to contribute positively to society
  • Apply communication, information design, personal, and interpersonal skills, clearly and professionally to enhance working effectiveness, efficiency, and quality outcomes in an organisational environment
  • Apply project management tools and techniques