C5433 - Diploma of Applied Technologies
Plan: C5433 - Diploma of Applied Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Diploma of Applied Technologies
Qualification national code: MEM50822
Nominal hours: 1180
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 year full-time
Location: AUSCY City Campus
Owning school: Future Technologies (520T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
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Top of pagePurpose of the Program
This qualification directly aligns with Australian Government initiatives to incorporate Industry 4.0 technologies into the manufacturing sector and training opportunities for the workforce. Industry 4.0 uses transformative technologies to connect the physical world with the digital world. The Australian Government predicts Industry 4.0 technologies have the potential to provide a major boost to Australia’s economic competitiveness.
This RMIT program will be offered to domestic students as a traineeship and non-traineeship program.
The RMIT program is a blend of practical experience with electrical and control applications built on a strong theoretical foundation. You will achieve competencies in testing, assembly, installation and maintenance of electrical and automation control. You will gain skills in operating a wide range of automated equipment and systems, managing risk, developing and managing maintenance programs, and providing technical advice. You will develop knowledge and skills in electrical control systems including programmable logic controllers structured in an industry-based network called Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), electrical design, motor control, computer programming and software applications. After completion of this qualification learners may gain employment in the following roles:
- Advanced Manufacturing Technician
- Cyber-Physical Systems Technologist
- Digital Technologist
- Industry 4.0 Systems Technician
- Internet of Things (IoT) Data Technician
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Graduates of the C5433 Diploma of Applied Technology Program will be guaranteed entry into AD028 Associate Degree in Digital Technologies (Advanced Manufacturing) at RMIT University and will receive credit of 96 credit points (equivalent to 1-year of full-time study).
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Graduates of the C5433 Diploma of Applied Technology will be guaranteed entry into AD026 Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics major) and will receive credit of 60 credit points.
More information on how to apply is available at the following URL:
Contact College of Vocational Education - RMIT University
Top of pageEntrance requirements
This RMIT program will be offered to domestic students as traineeship and non-traineeship.
For the MEM50822 Diploma of Applied Technologies Program, the RMIT requirements are as follows:
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent
or
Successful completion of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (Engineering)
or
At least 6 months of full-time work experience in a related field as per a detailed resume (or part-time equivalent)
NOTE: Learners will be provided with additional support. Learners can get help with their general studies, digital literacy, and technology skills to self-manage within generic software applications, e.g.: Microsoft Office Suite, Acrobat, Adobe etc., coursework assignments, maths, science, research, referencing, and can live chat with the expert learning advisors and librarians at the following website: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
The College of Vocational Education (CoVE) - Future Technology Cluster has been in communication and consultation with varied industry partners, such as Australian Industry Group, FESTO, Memko, SEW Euro Drive, Defence, Telstra, NEC, ADTIA and JRD Communications.
The engineering and manufacturing experts within these companies have helped in the development of the program to be in line with industry expectations and outcomes; and to tie into the latest Industry 4.0 plan and the Federal Government's focus on manufacturing and technology to help build and drive the Australian economy.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program, you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University, you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course-related materials, such as DVDs, newspapers and e-books.
Through our document delivery service, you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop, you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
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