IIE Diploma in IT in Network Management

Overview

Course Outline

SKILLS YOU WILL DEVELOP

On completion of this IIE qualification, the IIE graduates will have developed networks management competencies, network infrastructure and technically inclined competencies in IT network management, and entry-level administrative competencies in IT Network Management.

POSSIBLE CAREERS 

•       Junior Network Engineer

•       Network Administrator

•       Network Support

•       Network Administrator

•       Help Desk Support

•       Help Dest Administrator

•       Network Security Analyst

•       Support Technician

•       Field Technician

DURATION

This is a three-year qualification offered by The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) at IIE Rosebank College.

MODE OF DELIVERY

Contact (Full-time): Contact lectures take place during the day, on weekdays, at the following campuses: Bloemfontein, Braamfontein, Cape Town, Durban, Polokwane, and Pretoria.

Accreditation

The IIE Diploma in Information Technology in Network Management is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and is registered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) as a 360-credit qualification on Level 6 (SAQA ID No: 74650). On successful completion you will receive a Diploma in Information Technology in Network Management from The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), a leading registered private provider of higher education in South Africa.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

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Modules

Modules

Year 1

• Internet Fundamentals A
• Computer Architecture
• Introduction to Quantitative Thinking and Techniques
• Operating Systems 1A
• Introduction to Open Source Systems
• Management Information systems
• Network Architecture A
• Web Development (Introduction)

Year 2

• Client Systems Configuration
• Database (Introduction)
• Network Administration A
• Network Architecture B
• Network Administration B
• Work Integrated Learning 2
• IT Project Management
• Network Design

Year 3

• Database Server Administration
• Introduction to Cloud Networking
• Network Server Administration
• Principles of Security
• Emerging Network Technologies
• Advanced Network Management
• Web Server Management
• Work Integrated Learning 3

Device Requirements

DEVICE AND CONNECTIVITY SPECIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ONLINE STUDY:

• Reliable internet connection (we recommend 5-10 GB of data per month and an internet speed of at least 0.15 Mbps)
• Desktop PC or laptop with at least an i3 processor and 4GB RAM memory
• Windows 8 or macOS 10.15 (Microsoft Office 365 is available as a free download for IIE students), and Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge Chromium or Firefox
• A working webcam and microphone
• An uninterrupted power supply is also highly recommended

Pathways

​The Independent Institute of Education (THE IIE) offers you the opportunity to start with a higher certificate and progress into a diploma or degree.  There are several pathways offered by The IIE at IIE Rosebank College, that enable access to higher-level qualifications.  Speak to the student advisor for more information.

Important Information

This fact sheet is accurate at the time of publication. The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) reserves the right to alter any of the content prior to the commencement of registration due to changes in regulation, policy,market requirements or any other valid reason.