12 months (full-time study)
Level 3, 191 Thomas Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
On campus
06 Apr 2026 | 31 Aug 2026 | 05 Apr 2027
Course Overview
Eligibility
Domestic Students:
International Students:
Career & Study Pathways
This program equips graduates with practical, industry-relevant skills in applied technology, mathematics, programming, and electronics, preparing them for in-demand ICT and engineering support careers. Potential roles and salary ranges include:
Course Content
Foundation Mathematics
Semester 1 core unit (6 credit points)
Introductory Physics
Semester 1 core unit (6 credit points)
Technical Writing & Laboratory Practices
Semester 1 core unit (6 credit points)
Introduction to Computing & Programming I
Semester 1 core unit (6 credit points)
Higher Mathematics
Semester 2 core unit (6 credit points). Prerequisite: MATH100
Basic Electronics
Semester 2 core unit (6 credit points). Prerequisite: PHYS100
Introduction to Embedded Systems
Semester 2 core unit (6 credit points)
Programming II
Semester 2 core unit (6 credit points). Prerequisite: CECS121
Common Questions
Graduates of the Diploma in Applied Technology can seamlessly transition into SITE's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Networking and Internet of Things or the Bachelor of Networking and IoT. The diploma also provides 48 credit points that count towards these bachelor degrees.
No professional accreditation will be sought for the Diploma in Applied Technology. However, it provides strong foundational skills and a recognised AQF Level 5 qualification that supports entry into ICT and engineering roles or further higher education study.
The program is structured across two semesters. In Semester 1, students study Foundation Mathematics (MATH100), Introductory Physics (PHYS100), Technical Writing & Laboratory Practices (EMES100), and Introduction to Computing & Programming I (CECS121). In Semester 2, students study Higher Mathematics (MATH101), Basic Electronics (ELEC130), Introduction to Embedded Systems (CECS270), and Programming II (CECS123). All eight units are compulsory and total 48 credit points.
The Diploma in Applied Technology has three available start dates: 06 April 2026, 31 August 2026, and 05 April 2027. The course runs for 12 months full-time and is delivered on campus at SITE's Haymarket, NSW campus.
International applicants whose first language is not English must provide a valid English proficiency test result from within the last two years. Accepted tests include IELTS Academic with an overall score of 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in Reading, Writing, and Speaking; 5.5 in Listening), TOEFL iBT overall 60, PTE Academic overall 50, Cambridge English C1 Advanced overall 169, or another recognised test equivalent to IELTS 6 (academic module).
Application
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