Network Specialist Courses
A Network Specialist maintains IT networks, diagnoses faults, updates systems, and ensures smooth operations while working with teams and stakeholders.
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How do I become a Network Specialist
Get qualified to work as a Network Specialist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
ICT60220
Duration
4 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Seeking an IT leadership role? How about the ICT60220 - Advanced Diploma of Information Technology to level-up your career? This high-end diploma will help you develop an IT management skillset including critical thinking, complex problem solving, client relations, team leadership, ethics, privacy, cybersecurity awareness, business analysis. You’ll also gain advanced technical skills in any of the following interest areas: cloud computing, cyber security, application software development, project manageme...
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Duration
4 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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ICT60220
Estimated fee
From $16,000
Study mode
On Campus, Online
The ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security and Telecommunications Network Engineering) provides advanced skills in cyber security and telecommunications. It covers risk management, identity management, compliance, and infrastructure design. You will also learn to design telecommunications networks, plan integrated IP networks, manage network traffic, and develop ICT architecture. Additional skills include leadership, problem-solving, and communication. This nationally recognis...
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Estimated fee
From $16,000
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On Campus, Online
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ICT50220
The ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking and Cloud Architecture) provides a specialised qualification in emerging IT fields, enhancing networking and cloud architecture skills. It prepares individuals for senior network technician roles, enabling them to perform moderately complex tasks in various ICT roles. Graduates can work independently, within teams, or lead projects across industries, business functions, or as a sole trader/contractor.
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ICT50120
Get the skills you need to install and manage IT Networks with the ICT50120 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking). This nationally recognised qualification covers everything you need to work as an independent IT consultant or work for a large organisation — client briefs, project work, technical documents, building network servers, system testing and upgrades.
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How much does a Network Specialists earn?
In Australia, a full time Network Specialist generally earns $2,300 per week ($119,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Network Specialist?
The number of people working in this profession has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 30,600 people employed in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Network Specialist. Network Specialists may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Network Specialist?
If you’re planning a career as a Network Specialist, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Information Technology. This course will prepare you for a range of IT roles with subjects including coding, user-centric design, systems configuration and modelling. A Bachelor of Computer Science may also be suitable.
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A Network Specialist repairs and maintains computer and other IT networks for businesses and organisations. You’ll ensure networks are working effectively and diagnose any faults that occur. Network Specialists may also design and install new information technology networks or make improvements or updates to existing networks.
Network Specialists require strong technical abilities and must make sure their skills are up to date. It’s important that you can work as part of a team and have excellent problem solving skills. Network Specialists must be good communicators and should be able to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
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