Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, install, and update networked computer systems — including operating systems, application software, and system management tools. They often work in project teams to ensure the system architecture and usability is directly aligned with the operating needs of the organisation.

Once the ICT system is operational, as a Systems Engineer you’ll be monitoring system performance, security, and backups. You’ll need solid coding and scripting skills, as well as experience working with a wide-range of network applications, monitoring tools, and cloud systems.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $106,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a systems engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE60420

Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Systems Engineer

Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering)

On Campus, Online
36 months
$37,908
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Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems)

On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
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Professional Certificate of Competency in Battery Energy Storage and Applications

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Professional Certificate of Competency in Dual Fuel Engines

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Digital Twins and Simulation Monitoring

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Professional Certificate of Competency of Practical Troubleshooting and Problem Solving of PLCs and SCADA Systems

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydrogen Powered Vehicles

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Safety, Risk and Reliability)

Online
12 months
$12,738
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Professional Certificate of Competency of EMI-EMC, Shielding, Earthing and Noise Reduction Techniques

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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