Undergraduate
Diploma of Network Engineering
2020
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The Diploma of Network Engineering will prepare you for entry-level network engineering roles by providing the skills and knowledge required to design, operate and maintain networks that play a crucial role in the infrastructure of industry and government organisations.
Your coursework will cover key areas of network engineering, including data networks and their implementation. You will combine academic studies with practical experience allowing you to further develop your skill set and provide you with the opportunity to stand out from the crowd in a competitive industry.
You can also use this qualification to move into our other degree programs such as the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours.
Study opportunities are also provided to assist students to undertake sought-after industry modules, including Microsoft certification.
Career opportunities
Graduating from this course may lead to entry-level roles in network systems, helpdesk support, information technology and telecommunications.
Credit transfers & pathways
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
International applications
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The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students that commenced this course and passed the census date in Semester 1, 2019.
Applicant background (Semester one intake 2019) No. of Students % of all Students A. Higher education study
(includes a bridging or enabling course)<5 N/P B. Vocational education and training (VET) study <5 N/P C. Work and life experience
(Admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories)<5 N/P D. Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR
(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)
<5 N/P - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered
(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra offer conditional on minimum ATAR)
<5 N/P - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor
(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement)
<5 N/P International students N/A N/A All students N/A N/A Notes
"<5" - the number of students is less than 5
N/A - Students not accepted in this category
N/P - Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students. -
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
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Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Course structure
This one year course covers the essentials of data networks and their implementation. The course has a strong practical emphasis and students are given extensive opportunities to put theory into practice.
Successful completion of the Diploma of Network Engineering will enable entry into the second year of Charles Darwin University's Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours.
This course is available externally by distance learning for those who are not able to attend classes on campus on a regular basis. Distance learning requires reliable broadband internet access.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type |
Credit Points |
Specific requirements |
| Common Units (2 units) |
20cp |
Common units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below.
CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability Select Common Units to find out more about individual units and advanced standing options. |
| Core Units (5 units) |
50cp |
Compulsory Core units totalling 50 credit points as detailed below.
HIT137 Software Now |
| Elective (1 units) |
10cp |
Select units totalling 10 credit points may be selected from undergraduate units offered by the University. |
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80cp |
Total Credit Points |
Students who commenced in or after 2013
The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Diploma AQF Level 5 course award.
Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Course Changes and Transitional Arrangement from 2020
HIT274 Network Engineering Applications replaces HIT174 Network Engineering Concepts as a core unit from 2020. Students who have already completed HIT174 will not be required to complete HIT274.
Course Changes and Transitional Arrangements - 2016
Students who have completed HIT272 and one of the BIS243, PMO201 or HIT274 should NOT complete STA101.
Students who have not completed HIT272 nor either BIS243, PMO201 or HIT274 should complete STA101 and one elective.
Students who have completed HIT272 and not completed BIS243, PMO201 or HIT274 should complete STA101.
Students who have completed one of BIS243, PMO201 or HIT274 but not HIT272 should complete STA101.
Study plan
Students commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: ;Communicating Technology | CU | CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CU |
| HIT164 Computing Fundamentals | CO | HIT137 Software Now | CO |
| HIT172 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | STA101 Statistics | CO |
| Elective | E | HIT274 Network Engineering Applications (replaces HIT174 from 2020) | CO |
Students commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CU | ||
| HIT137 Software Now | CO | ||
| STA101 Statistics | CO | ||
| HIT274 Network Engineering Applications (replaces HIT174 from 2020) | CO | ||
| Year 2 | |||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | ||
| HIT164 Computing Fundamentals | CO | ||
| HIT172 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | ||
| Elective | E | ||
Students commencing in Summer Semester
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in summer semester and enrolling in a standard load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CU = Common Unit | CO = Core Unit | E = Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer Semester | |||
| Year 1 (revised for SS 2020) | |||||
| CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology | CU | ||||
| CUC107 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CU | ||||
| HIT137 Software Now | CO | ||||
| STA101 Statistics | CO | ||||
| Year 2 | |||||
| HIT164 Computing Fundamentals | CO | HIT274 Network Engineering Applications (replaces HIT174 from 2020) | CO | ||
| HIT172 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | ||||
| Elective | E | ||||
Course fees
Commonwealth supported places
Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:
(a) Australian Citizenship; or
(b) a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident visa holder who will be resident within Australia for the duration of the unit.
2020: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.
2021: Information about fees and charges for 2021 are not yet available however will be published prior to 1 December 2020.
International tuition fees
The annual course tuition fee for full time study of 80 credit points for commencing students in 2020 is AUD $29,616.00.
These fees are subject to annual increases each year of your study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.
CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.