Undergraduate Certificate in Data Engineering

• Extract, transform and load data from a variety of data sources

• Prepare data sets for analysis and reporting

• Design, build and manage databases

• Develop and implement Structured Query Language (SQL) to extract relevant data

• Apply machine learning tools and techniques to resolve organisational data problems and issues

• Use statistical software for analysing and visualising real-life data and making conclusions

• Graduate with an Undergraduate Certificate in Data Engineering

• The skills and knowledge to gain employment as a junior data engineer in a fast-growing and dynamic industry

• The knowledge and technical skills for the design, implementation, and management of ‘big data’, data systems and their infrastructure

• An extensive range of established industry contacts and a strong network of peers

• Recognition of prior learning for the Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Engineering). The 4 subjects studied in the undergraduate certificate will be recognised and credited towards the bachelor's qualification, with a fee deduction.

You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following

• A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent or

• A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent or

• A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification

• Completion of at least one year of full-time study or equivalent in a degree course at a higher education institution

You must also:

• Have General Mathematics knowledge to HSC level or equivalent before entering the course, or you may be required to undertake a bridging program or preparatory course

• Attend an interview if requested. This additional information will be assessed to determine your suitability for entry. Where there are more applicants than study places available, this information will be used to rank your application

Note:

• Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising officer

• Some experience in and knowledge of information technology

• A strong interest in information technology and data engineering

• Computer and digital literacy

• Some familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

• Access to a computer with an internet connection