Graduate Certificate in Networking and Systems Administration

Novell Linux Stream

Aims

The aim of this course is to provide professionals in the IT industry with an introduction to Networking and System Administration that is current, relevant and integrates industry certification in these fields.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, graduates will possess:

• Skills in the design, implementation and management of networks;
• Industry certification from Novell;
• System administration knowledge and skills;
• Skills in identifying network security risk profiles, defining network security policies and maintaining secure networks;
• Problem-solving skills and methodologies when troubleshooting and documenting global internetworking problems;
• The ability to analyse client business and technical requirements and select appropriate internetwork technologies and topologies, and
• Skills in the development of solutions that meets customer business objectives for functionality, performance, and cost.

Course Structure:

The Course consists of 4 subjects which must be comprised of 2 university subjects and 2 industry subjects.

For students that do not qualify for any credit, the recommended duration to complete the Graduate Certificate is 2 trimesters. There are 3 trimesters per year and we recommend a commitment of 2 subjects per trimester.

University Subjects (choose 2):

Subject: ITC511 Networking Concepts 1
Subject: ITC512 Networking Concepts 2
Subject: ITC513 Wireless Networking Concepts
Subject: ITC514 Network and Security Administration
Subject: ITC593 Network Security
Subject: ITC506 Topics in IT Ethics

Industry Subjects (choose 2):

Subject: ITI503 Linux Fundamentals
Subject: ITI504 Linux Administration
Subject: ITI505 Managing Linux Enterprise Servers
Subject: ITI506 Linux Enterprise Security
Subject: ITI507 Novell Administration
Subject: ITI508 Managing Desktop Resources

Prospective students can obtain descriptions of the content of subjects by filling out the Request more information form.

Important Note:
The Novell Industry Certification Subjects are only available for credit and are not available for study via Distance education with Charles Sturt University.   Credit for Novell industry certification subjects will be awarded on proof that the students have passed the relevant Novell industry certification exams.  It is recommended that students prepare for the Novell industry exams by attending courses at Excom Education - Click here for details about costs and course schedules

Credit:

Academic Credit:

Credit is available for Academic Subjects to students who have completed Postgraduate study that covers the same content as a subject in the program. Thorough detail of any completed studies that are proposed for credit must be supplied.

Industry Credit:

Credit is available for Industry (Certification-based) Subjects to students who can provide proof that they have passed relevant industry examinations. Prospective students can fill out the questionnaire to obtain an estimate of their credit entitlements.

Actual level of credit awarded will be confirmed upon acceptance into the course.