National Diploma in Computing - Level 7

Course Outcomes and Aims

This diploma will provide a computing qualification to recognise the achievement of high level knowledge and skills, in the specialization of Support. This course was designed to assist in the preparation of staff for employers in a work area noted to be currently lacking qualified staff.

It is aimed at potential employers requiring

• in-house computer installation (PC) support with diverse hardware and software
• employers providing computer installation support as a service to clients
• Local area network design, installation and support
• Purchase and setup of individual computer workstations, with emphasis on LAN workstations
• Diagnosis and solution of installation problems, both LAN and individual workstations
• High-level networking skills

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The student profile required of a graduate from the Diploma should include:

• The ability to apply generic and specific computer support skills to a high level, both with single user and network support.
• Should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with users and management, using this clear communication to help in diagnosis and resolution of problems (both computer and user-generated)
• The ability to apply problem-solving skills with initiative and judgment to a high level
• Work effectively and efficiently both within teams and independently

The potential career path for graduates would be:

• as staff supporting in-houses IT networking installations, solving technical and user problems

• as contract staff in a diverse range of environments operating essentially as “troubleshooters”

St George is a Microsoft Academy (Advanced Member) and provides the resources for students to self-study for Microsoft Certification. We also provide training servers and workstations. Many parts of the Microsoft training are carried out in-class. Costs associated with sitting Microsoft Certification examinations are not included in the fees.

Course Structure

The course is designed around providing students with serious industry-standard skills, so the course aims to teach design, build, configure and maintain enterprise networks.

To this end, it is expected that students will also study with St George and Microsoft help, but in their own time, for industry standard qualification – MCSE, MCSA, MCITOP, CompTIA (Security+, network+, etc)

Length of Study

This is a 3 semester, 42 week course.

Entry Requirements

Knowledge and skills equivalent to the Diploma in Computing Level 6.

International students require English ability equivalent to TOEFL 550 or IELTS band 6.0, or sit the St George Language Entry test.

Students must be 18 years old prior to commencement of the course.

Have completed at least 4 years High School study

St George Computing Additional Student Services

Assessment of Computing Training