Associate Degree in Applied Technologies
University of Tasmania - Launceston
Overview
The Associate Degree in Applied Technologies is a new pathway to a career in three exciting high-tech fields: Cyber Security, Equipment Design and Industry, and Industry Automation. This program has been developed in response to industry demand for graduates with practical skills in these rapidly expanding areas.
Throughout the program, you’ll acquire hands-on experience by solving real world problems using a range of technologies. With its work-based, industry-led delivery and its emphasis on applied technology, the program is a world away from traditional IT degrees. The two year (full time) duration also means that you’ll graduate faster with highly relevant work-ready skills in areas such as the Internet of Things and digital automation, digital design and 3D printing, information security and data analytics. If you’ve never considered a career in IT but love all things ‘tech’, this program could be for you.
The program is available for full-time and part-time study across all campuses in Tasmania and is delivered through a combination of online study, face-to-face classes, practical workshops and tutorials.
Completing our Associate Degree in Applied Technologies will give you:
- a pathway to a great career in exciting and rapidly evolving technologies
- practical skills to take straight into the workplace
- opportunities to advance in your chosen field
- an in-depth knowledge of industry requirements
- the skills to help you meet personal career development goals
- potential credit towards further study at the University of Tasmania
In this course, you can choose from the following streams:
- Cyber Security
- Industry Automation
- Equipment Design and Industry (not offered in 2023)
Key contacts
| Current student enrolment questions and advice | UConnect |
| Course Coordinator | Dr Brigid Morrison |
Potential Career Outcomes
Graduation from the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies can provide an entry opportunity for those who have not worked in technologies, accelerate progression through a graduate’s present organisation, or open up new career paths and opportunities.
Specialisation - Industry Automation (on campus only)
On completion of the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Industry Automation) you will be able to:
- Commence employment or enhance your current employment as an automation systems technologist; or
- Articulate from the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies into another course at the University of Tasmania and gain credit subject to the receiving College's discretion. .
New to Industry Automation and never worked in the industry before?
For graduates this qualification could assist you to gain roles which could include service technician, technical consultant, systems technician, site installation technician or project support officer.
Already working in industry and want to fast track or leverage off past experience?
For graduates already working in the information and communications technology industry, the Associate degree in Applied Technologies (Industry Automation) may enable you to progress into managerial roles, leading a small team, becoming a specialist in the automation systems field.
POTENTIAL TYPES OF EMPLOYERS
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Transportation/Automotive
- Food Production and Processing
- Agri-technology
- Smart Infrastructure
- Defence Resources
- Health Care
- Green and Renewable Technologies
- Sustainable Development: water, pollution, and waste.
Specialisation - Cyber Security (on campus and off campus)
On completion of the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Cyber Security) you will be able to:
- Commence employment or enhance your current employment as a cybersecurity professional; or
- Articulate from the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies into another course at the University of Tasmania and gain credit subject to the receiving College's discretion.
New to Cybersecurity and never worked in the industry before?
For graduates new to Cyber Security, this qualification could assist you to gain roles which could include network analyst, industry consultant, security specialist, computer support technician, or project support officer.
Already working in industry and want to fast track or leverage off past experience?
For graduates already working in the information and communications technology industry, the Associate degree in Applied Technologies (Cyber Security) may enable you to progress into managerial roles, leading a small team, becoming a specialist in the cybersecurity field.
POTENTIAL TYPES OF EMPLOYERS
- Banks
- Local, State and Federal Government and Departments
- Consultancies
- Defence
- Finance Industry
- Telecommunication and Internet of Things
- Logistics and Supply Chains
- Agriculture
- Startups
Specialisation – Equipment Design and Technology (on campus only)
On completion of the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Equipment Design and Technology) you will be able to:
- Commence employment or enhance your current employment as a designer and digital fabricator; or
- Articulate from the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies into another course at the University of Tasmania and gain credit subject to the receiving College's discretion.
New to Equipment Design and never worked in the industry before?
For graduates new to Equipment Design and Technology, this qualification could assist you to gain roles which could include draftsperson, designer, digital fabrication technician (3D printing, laser-cutting), or an entrepreneur designing and fabricating your own products.
Already working in industry and want to fast track or leverage off past experience?
For graduates already working in the advanced manufacturing industry, the Associate degree in Applied Technologies (Equipment Design and Technology) may enable you to develop skills that are relevant to the shift towards digitisation of both design and fabrication processes.
POTENTIAL TYPES OF EMPLOYERS
- Agri-technology
- Food Processing
- Heavy Industry
- Mining
- Defence
- Drones
ATAR & Selection Rank
The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as entry is based on other criteria for this course.
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Tasmania website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Tasmania
Campus
Launceston
Course Type
Associate Degree
Study Area
Computer Science and Information Technology
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 2 years, Part-time: Available
Indicative ATAR
Unknown
Course Link
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- State
- TAS
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 242
- Campuses
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Australian Maritime College, Launceston Cradle Coast Hobart Sydney
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