About AMES. Let AMES IT Academy be your first choice for quality Information Technology training

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2 About AMES 2 AMES IT Academy is a Not-for-profit (NFP) Private Training Enterprise accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989 to provide education and training based on local course approvals. AMES was originally set up in 1991 to assist older people to upskill in modern technology for the workplace. Since then AMES has focused increasingly on providing Information Technology courses and International Certifications to enable students to pursue their chosen careers throughout the world. With curriculums designed to train students in practical skills for a practical industry, students will find the courses suitable for gaining employment in the IT world and to continue upskilling later in life. Let AMES IT Academy be your first choice for quality Information Technology training MISSION STATEMENT AMES IT Academy shall strive to remain the premier choice of ICT training in New Zealand by providing both domestic and international students with high quality, industry focused training to gain internationally recognised qualifications and to become the preferred source of graduates for employment in the ICT industry.

3 Contents Page About AMES IT Academy 2 Contents 3 Welcome Letter from the Management Team 4 Accreditations 5 General Information 6 Certificate in Computing, Technical and Client Support 8 Certificate in Windows Server Administration 10 Certificate in Networking Devices Administration and Support 12 Diploma in Computing and Network Support 14 Certificate in SQL Server Implementation and Support 16 Certificate in Windows Software Development 18 Certificate in Web Software Development 20 Diploma in Distributed Software Development 22 Diploma in Cloud Technology 24 Diploma in Messaging and Information Sharing Systems 26 International Student Pastoral Care 29 Campus Details 30 3

4 Welcome from AMES IT Academy Since 1991, AMES IT Academy has been the IT learning centre of choice for students who recognize that our proven strong foundation of academic excellence can help support their own success. We believe that to reach your career potential it is essential for our training to be backed up by international qualifications. We know that with these certifications, our students will have the knowledge and ability to be welcomed by companies both at home and around the world. Our support does not end once your course is over. Our students are welcome to join our employment workshops, where we help with the preparation of C.V.s, job applications and interview techniques. We also have a programme to introduce our graduates to potential employers. This assistance has ensured that our students consistently achieve excellent employment success rates. So take the first step towards your new career and contact us to arrange a consultation with one of our experienced course advisors. Create your future with AMES IT Academy. From the Management Team 4

5 Accreditations Accreditation AMES IT Academy is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989 to provide education and training. Partnerships AMES IT Academy works in conjuntion with several national and international businesses. These relationships let us design the very best international training while delivering what the local industry requires. Listed below are some of the partnerships in which we are involved. CompTIA is the non-profit trade association advancing the global interests of Information Technology (IT) professionals and companies including manufacturers, distributors, resellers, andeducational institutions. Advancing the Global IT Industry Cisco Systems, Inc. is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Today, networks are an essential part of business, education, government and home communications. Cisco Internet Protocol-based (I.P.) networking solutions are the foundation of these networks. Microsoft Corporation is a multinational computer technology corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products for computing devices. It is one of the largest technological corporations in the world. The Quality Commission scheme is a public statement about confidence in the quality of private tertiary education providers services. Providers belonging to the scheme set themselves apart from other providers, demonstrating they offer a quality training experience. The Q.C. brand is the mark of a mature and responsible provider. International Certification and Exams AMES IT Academy believes that international certification is an important part of the ICT Industry and therefore includes in most courses as international certification. To facilitate this AMES IT Academy is a certified examination centre for: 5

6 General Information General Entry Requirements Entry is open to all citizens, permanent residents and international students as long as they meet the general and coursespecific requirements. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Domestic students should contact AMES IT Academy by phone or AMES IT ( ) [email protected] or by completing an online application at International students please see page 7. International Certifications For those courses or diplomas that have external examinations associated with them, the first sitting of each examination is provided as part of the course fees for domestic students. Any further resits of examinations will be at the student s expense. Protection of Fees Student fees are protected by the use of a Trust Account, in accordance with Section 253(1) and Section 256(4) of the Education Act of Training For all courses at AMES IT Academy, students are expected to supplement instructor led training with a minimum of three hours of individual or group study per day, outside of the class period. To facilitate this, AMES IT Academy has a computer-based self-study room and a peer study room. Work Placement AMES IT Academy will assist with career placement and transition into the workforce. Course Changes AMES IT Academy reserves the right to make any changes to, or cancel, any course. Student Loans Students who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents are eligible to apply for student loans and allowances.

7 Domestic students Entry to Level 5 programmes A total of 48 NCEA credits in the best four subjects at minimum of Level 2 or equivalent. Or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the computing industry Or Have completed CompTIA, A+ and Network+ qualifications Or Can demonstrate competence equivalent to the above entry criteria but may be obtained through other appropriate qualifications, Applicants require general computing experience using a Windows based computer Applicants are strongly advised to have computer and internet access outside of the course Students must also meet the course specific requirements including an entrance exam if required All other programmes: - Entry requirements as per programme regulations. For more information contact AMES enquiries. Adult and Special Entry Students who do not meet the above criteria may apply for adult or special entry where entry is based on work experience in the IT industry and aptitude in addition to academic qualities. International Students International Students must be 18 years old and must have an overall IELTS band score (Academic) of no less than 6.0 (with no band score lower than 5.5), or a TOEFL score of no less than 550, or equivalent. International fees include course fees, any course books needed and the sitting of international exams. One voucher per module. Go to our website for full details and course prices. International Student Enrolments International students wishing to enquire or enrol should contact our International Student support team: [email protected] or apply online Information on Pastoral Care is available on page 29. 7

8 Certificate in Computer, Technical and Client Support PC9813 Full Time - 12 weeks Information Technology (IT) is the essential part of every major industry, from banking and finance to manufacturing and retail services. Information Technology (IT) is in the midst of a time of rapid change and the industry needs trained people to fill the jobs. You can secure your IT career with globally recognised IT certifications by enrolling at AMES. AMES IT Academy have small class sizes, of max 15 students in each batch giving total hands on experience to the students on practical labs and workshops, Our tutors have both industry and teaching experience which produces highly efficient students. This certificate course is designed to create pathways for learning Microsoft and Cisco technologies. The course covers maintenance of PCs, mobile devices, laptops, operating systems and printers. COURSE COMPONENTS CompTIA A covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, and basic networking. CompTIA A covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features (e.g. network connectivity and ) for mobile operating systems Android and Apple ios. Assessments: Assessments are graded against standards based criteria. All assignment practical oriented and will be covered during the class. At the end of the semester students will do presentation in the class based on their project. 8

9 A+ PC9813 Entry Requirements: Four subjects at NCEA Level 2 or 3 with English as a required subject. or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry or Can demonstrate competence equivalent to the above criteria that may be attained through appropriate qualifications. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants require general computer experience using a Windows based environment. Applicants are strongly advised to have computer and internet access outside the programme. Equipment: Screw Driver tool kit, Mother Manuals, Crimping tool, Multi meter, Cables and switch Wireless Network Card Software: Windows operating system, Anti-Virus Software, Drivers Firmware updates International Certification: In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, a Student must pass following exams: a) CompTIA A b) CompTIA A Further Learning: After completing this course, you are strongly encouraged to further develop your skills in Server operating system such as Microsoft windows server 2012 and Designing networks with Cisco Routers. Certificate Career Opportunities: Successful candidates seek entry level positions in the following areas given below Technical support specialist Field service technician IT support technician IT support administrator IT support specialist 9

10 Certificate in Windows Server Administration PC9814 Full Time - 12 weeks You re fascinated with technology and its endless possibilities. When faced with a new challenge, you eagerly investigate a solution in a methodical way. A career in computing can bring all of your strengths together. The goal is to have the students develop a skill set to be able to install, maintain, customize, configure, and troubleshoot systems. To support this training students are exposed to considerable hands-on activities using well equipped labs. The Certificate in Windows Server Administration program specializes in server support using Microsoft as operating systems. Students work with Microsoft Active directory services to support clients, virtualization and clustering technologies to deploy highly available systems of servers that provide a multitude of business functionality. Students are encouraged to obtain industry certifications from Microsoft. COURSE COMPONENTS Configuring Active Directory Domain Services: This course provides the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. This course primarily covers the implementation and configuration of core services including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), networking services, and Hyper-V Server configuration. Configuring Advance Server Services: This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to provision advanced services in an enterprise environment. This course will teach you how to configure and manage high availability features, file and storage solutions, and network services. You will also learn about configuring the Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) infrastructure, and implementing backups and disaster recovery. 10

11 Server Administration: This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to configure and maintain core infrastructure services in a Windows Server enterprise environment. This course is intended for those who wish to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to broaden that implementation to manage and maintain the core. International Certifications: During the course students are encouraged to complete the MCSA certification. These are prerequisites for any further certifications. The MCSA certification validates that job seekers have a minimum set of skills to hit the ground running. Students can get college credit by earning a Microsoft Certification. Assessments: Assessments are graded against standards based criteria. All assignments are practical oriented and will be covered during the class. There will be a one project that students will present in the class at the end of the semester. MCSA PC9814 Entry Requirements: Four subjects at NCEA Level 2 or 3 with English as a required subject or equivalent and/or Completion of CompTIA A+Certificate or Certificate in Computing, Technical and Client Support PC9813 or equivalent or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Students can join other Institutes for courses or can do higher diplomas in Cloud Computing, Network Professional, Network Designer, Network Security etc. Certificate Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion, the graduate will be prepared to begin a career as a Network Technician, Server Administrator, Network Analyst, Technical Support Systems Specialist, Virtualization specialist. 11

12 Certificate in Networking Devices Administration and Support PC9815 FULL TIME - 12 WEEKS The Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching courses are designed for Cisco Networking Academy students who are seeking entry-level jobs in the ICT industry. CCNA Routing and Switching provides an integrated and comprehensive coverage of networking topics, from fundamentals to advanced applications and services, while providing opportunities for hands-on practical experience and career skills development. Students will be prepared to take the CCNA Routing and Switching certification exam, or the Cisco CCENT certification exam. The curriculum also helps students develop workforce readiness skills and builds a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. COURSE COMPONENTS Introduction to Networks: This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are also introduced. Students will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Routing and Switching Essentials: This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPng, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-vlan routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Scaling Networks: This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. Students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, and STP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement a WLAN in a small-to-medium network. 12

13 Connecting Networks: This course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network. Software: Cisco Packet Tracer; Cisco Configuration Professional; Wireshark Equipment: Cisco Routers 2901, 2811, 1941, 1841 Cisco Catalyst Switches 3560, 2960 ADTRAN ATLAS 550 Integrated Access Devices (Frame Relay) Windows 7/8 PCs Assessment: Assessments are online-based and skill-based. CCNA PC9815 Entry Requirements: Four subjects at NCEA Level 2 or 3 with English as a required subject or equivalent and/or Completion of CompTIA A+Certificate or Certificate in Computing, Technical and Client Support PC9813 or equivalent or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Certificate International Certification: Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching: CCNA Cisco CCENT: ICND1 and ICND2 Further Learning: After successfully completing this course, you could extend to other Cisco networking courses such as CCNA Security, CCNA Wireless, CCNA Data Center, CCNP Routing & Switching, and CCNP Security. Career Opportunities: Graduate can explore a wide range of opportunities, including networking technician, technical support, network engineer, security associate. 13

14 Diploma in Computing and Network Support PC9812 Full Time - 36 weeks The computer and network support field is a leading job opportunity for the information technology sector. Providing support to end users, businesses and governments alike these support staff need to be trained in cutting edge technologies with a hands on approach to training. This diploma is designed with the philosophy in mind and integrated with international certifications from leading ICT organisations. COURSE COMPONENTS CompTIA A+ Configuring Active Directory Domain Services Configuring Advance Server Services Server Administration Introduction to Networks Routing and Switching Essentials Scaling Networks Connecting Networks 14

15 International Certifications: During the course students are encouraged to complete the following certifications: CompTIA A+: Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Cisco Certified Network associates (CCNA) Assessments: Assessments are graded against standards based criteria. All assignments are practical oriented and will be covered during the class. There will be a one project that students will present in the class at the end of each semester. Diploma PC9812 Entry Requirements: (Special conditions apply to international students) Completion of Certificate in Computer, Technical and Client Support PC9813 or equivalent and/or Completion of Certificate in Windows Server Administration PC9814 and/or Completion of Certification or Certificate in Networking Devices Administration and Support PC9815. Adult and Special Entry: Students who do not meet the above criteria may apply for adult or special entry where entry is based on work experience in the IT industry and aptitude in addition to academic qualities. Further Learning: Students can join any other Institute for degree course or can do higher diploma in Cloud Computing, Network Professional, Network Designer, Network Security etc. Diploma Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion, the graduate will be prepared to begin a career as a Network Technician, Junior Server Administrator, Junior Network Administrator Network Analyst, and Technical Support Systems Specialist. 15

16 Certificate in SQL Server Implementation and Support PC9785 Full Time - 12 Weeks Database, a core component of information system, is widely used for organizations and individuals. Database centralizes a huge amount of information from computers, implements data sharing for multiple users, reduces data redundancy and increases data efficiency. Today, the success of a business is inseparable from the proper use of database. SQL Server is a database system comprised of relational database, database management system and set of development tools. This 12-weeks course introduces students to SQL Server and its related technologies. You will learn how to use SQL Server to create relational databases, query data and return it in different formats. You can also learn backup/restore strategies, security control and high availability solutions. By the practical-based study, you ll be inspired by the technology of developing data warehouse solution with.net Framework. COURSE COMPONENTS Querying SQL Server database by T-SQL language Database administration and maintenance Developing Data Warehouse solution Technology: Transact-SQL language, Integration Services, Data Warehousing, Net Common Language Runtime(CLR), XML Software: SQL Server (2012) and Visual Studio (2013) are used on this course. It may also include but not limited to the following software: Visio, Office. Assessment: Internal assessments and final project are standards-based. There is no examination. 16

17 External Examinations: Students can take Microsoft Exams for the MCSA: SQL Server 2012 certification. (The version of SQL Server is subject to change according to the upgrade from Microsoft) SQL PC9785 Entry Requirements: Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry and/or Can demonstrate competence equivalent to the above criteria that may be attained through appropriate qualifications. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Students are encouraged to continue the study of distributed software development on Certificate of Desktop Application Development and Certificate of Web Application Development. Further study in Diploma of Network Systems Management and Security to broaden knowledge on networking and the cooperation of Microsoft and Cisco technologies is another opportunities for students. Career Opportunities: Database Administrator Database Developer Certificate 17

18 Certificate in Windows Software Development PC9782 Full Time - 12 Weeks Business applications drive today s business. These applications, whether designed for one user or thousands, have to be flexible and robust. Desktop and mobile applications are commonly used on computers and cell phones nowadays. Developers of such systems are in great demand for business. This 12-weeks course covers the study of programming fundamentals, desktop/mobile application development and data access technologies of.net Framework. You can learn how to build applications on Windows operating system and Windows Phone system, connect your applications to remote data source, design user interface, and create animations and other skills to achieve a high-level of programming ability. COURSE COMPONENTS Programming fundamentals with C# WPF application development Windows Store Apps development Technology: C#, ADO.Net, Entity Framework, XAML, Linq, HTML, CSS, JavaScript Software: SQL Server (2012) and Visual Studio (2013) are used on this course. It may also include but not limited to the following software: Visio, Office. (Versions of software are subject to change according to the upgrade from Microsoft) Assessment: Internal assessments and final project are standards-based. There is no examination. External Examinations: Students can take Microsoft Exams for the MCSD Solutions Developer certification on Windows Store Apps. 18

19 C# PC9782 Entry Requirements: Completion of Certificate in SQL Server Implementation and Support PC9785 or equivalent and/or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Students are encouraged to continue the study of distributed software development on Certificate of Web Application Development. Further study in Diploma of Network Systems Management and Security to broaden knowledge on networking and the cooperation of Microsoft and Cisco technologies is another opportunities for students. Career Opportunities: Windows desktop application developer Windows Phone developer Windows Store Apps developer Certificate 19

20 Certificate in Web Software Development PC9784 Full Time - 12 Weeks The online world reaches into every facet of our lives. We surf the web on computers and phones, watch TV on Internet, download resources and play games on the network. Web developers make it all happen. This 12-weeks course includes web application development using the cutting-edge technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jquery and MVC. You will learn how to build a website from scratch to deployment and a set of skills including security control, animation, web page design and so on. Service oriented application, Windows Communication Foundation and Web API Service application, is also covered in this course. COURSE COMPONENTS Building websites with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript ASP.NET MVC application development Windows Azure and Service application development Technology: C#, Entity Framework, Linq, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jquery, MVC, WCF, RESTful Service Software: SQL Server (2012) and Visual Studio (2013) are used on this course. It may also include but not limited to the following software: Visio, Office. (Versions of software are subject to change according to the upgrade from Microsoft) Assessment: Internal assessments and final project are standards-based. There is no examination. 20

21 External Examinations: Students can take Microsoft Exams for the MCSD Solutions Developer certification on Web Applications. Web PC9784 Entry Requirements: Completion of Certificate in SQL Server Implementation and Support PC9785 or equivalent and/or completion of Certificate in Windows Software Development PC9782 or equivalent and/or Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Diploma of Network Systems Management and Security is a good choice to broaden knowledge on networking and the cooperation of Microsoft and Cisco technologies. Career Opportunities: Web developer Distributed system programmer Service-Oriented application developer Web Designer Certificate 21

22 Diploma in Distributed Software Development PC9783 Full Time - 36 weeks Business applications drive today s business. These applications, whether designed for one user or thousands, have to be flexible and robust. Developers who are able to understand the requirements for these applications and develop those requirements into working software are in high demand. This 36-weeks diploma introduces students to Microsoft.Net Framework, SQL Server and other technologies like HTML, JavaScript and so on. It gives students the practical skills you need to make their marks in this exiting IT industry. You will learn how to use SQL for developing, maintaining and consuming databases. You ll also learn how to build your desktop and mobile applications, websites and service program on the network. By completing this course, it will set you on the path of a brilliant career in programming. COURSE COMPONENTS Relational database administration and development with SQL Server Querying database by T-SQL language Database administration and maintenance Developing Data Warehouse solution C# programming fundamentals and desktop application development Programming fundamentals with.net Framework (C#) Desktop, mobile application development Database access technologies Web application development Website development fundamentals Web application development Service application development Diploma PC9783 Entry Requirements: (Special conditions apply to international students) Completion of Certificate in SQL Server Implementation and Support PC9785 or equivalent and/or Completion of Certificate in Windows Software Development PC9782 or equivalent and/or Completion of Certificate in Web Software Development PC9784 or equivalent 22

23 Technology: Leading-edge programming technologies: C#, WCF, WPF, Transact-SQL, HTML5, JavaScript, jquery, CSS3 Software: SQL Server (2012) and Visual Studio (2013) are used on this course. It may also include but not limited the following software: Visio, Office. Assessment: Internal assessments and final project are standards-based. There is no examination. Further Learning: Students can have further study in Diploma of Network Systems Management and Security to broaden knowledge on networking and the cooperation of Microsoft and Cisco technologies. Career Opportunities: Graduates can explore a wide range of opportunities, including desktop application developer, web developer, mobile apps developer, database administrator and developer. Diploma 23

24 Diploma in Cloud Technology PC2000 Full Time - 45 weeks This programme is for learners who wish to advance their knowledge and practice at an expert level to engage in employment in the ICT sector of a growth economy. This qualification will enable employers to be confident of a graduate s ability and expertise to carry out sophisticated implementation and operations involving ICT systems utilised at the forefront of business operations. With the demand for well-trained Cloud solutions and Virtualization specialists increasing every day, this program aims to fulfil this important need. Graduates of this Programme will be able to build and run a virtualization environment, Active Directory service, Public and Private Clouds and Network Infrastructure and Security. COURSE COMPONENTS Active Directory Services Configuring Advanced Server Services Server Administration Information Sharing Systems Platform as a Service Administering System Centre Configuration Manager Deploying System Centre configuration Manager Monitoring and Operating a Private Cloud Configuring and Deploying a private cloud 24

25 International Certifications: During the course students are encouraged to complete the following Certifications: Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE System Centre) Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE Private Cloud) Assessments: Assessments are graded against standards based criteria. All assignments are practical oriented and will be covered during the class. There will be a one project that students will present in the class at the end of each semester. Diploma PC2000 Entry Requirements: Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry and/or Can demonstrate competence equivalent to the above criteria that may be attained through appropriate qualifications at Level 5 or 6 or equivalent. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Graduates will be able to pursue further education including a degree course at UNITEC or another Institute. Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion, the graduate will be prepared to begin a career as a Server Administrator, Network Administrator, Database Administrator, Network Analyst, and Technical Support Systems Specialist, Virtualisation Specialist and Cloud solution expert. Diploma 25

26 Diploma in Messaging and Information Sharing Systems PC0000 Full Time - 43 weeks The technology is intricate, requires specialised knowledge and practice and especially the ability to rapidly plan, configure and problem solve in order to keep systems running and productivity high. The increasing move to mobile, flexible and scalable processes creates a need for experts with the graduate skills in this programme. This programme is for learners who wish to advance their knowledge and practice at an expert level to engage in employment in the ICT sector of a growth economy. With the demand for well-trained Enterprise network, SharePoint, Messaging solutions specialists and Virtualization specialists increasing every day, this program aims to fulfil this important need. Graduates of this Programme will be able to install, configure and administer Enterprise Networks, Network Infrastructure, Messaging solutions, Hyper-V, Image deployment and Share Point Server. 26

27 COURSE COMPONENTS Active Directory Services Configuring Advanced Server Services Server Administration Information Sharing Systems Linux Administration Implementing an Advanced Infrastructure Designing and Implementing Server Infrastructure Core Solutions of Messaging Systems Advanced Solutions of Messaging Systems International Certifications: During the course students are encouraged to complete the following certifications: Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE Enterprise Network) Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE Messaging Systems) Certified Linux Administrator Assessments: Assessments are graded against standards based criteria. All assignments are practical oriented and will be covered during the class. There will be a one project that students will present in the class at the end of each semester. Diploma PC0000 Entry Requirements: Have at least one year s appropriate work experience in the IT industry and/or Can demonstrate competence equivalent to the above criteria that may be attained through appropriate qualifications at Level 5 or 6 or equivalent. Diploma All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Further Learning: Graduates will be able to pursue further education including a degree course at UNITEC or another Institute. Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion, the graduate will be prepared to begin a career as a Server Administrator, Network Administrator, Database Administrator, Network Analyst, and Technical Support Systems Specialist, Virtualisation Specialist, Messaging solution expert, Share Point Administrator. 27

28 International Students New Zealand Student Visa/Permit Requirements All non-new Zealand residents (with the exception of Australian citizens and residents) need a student visa/permit to study in New Zealand. Visa/permit requirements vary from country to country. Full details of visa and permit requirements are available from New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at www. immigration. govt.nz. AMES IT Academy will not accept international students under the age of 18. Immigration Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at a position on an AMES Ltd. qualification, have paid your full fees, have arranged your accommodation and have proof of specific travel and medical insurance for the duration of the course. Nationals from countries who have a visa waiver agreement with New Zealand are able to travel to New Zealand as a visitor and apply for a student visa/permit once in New Zealand. Please visit for further information. Accommodation On request AMES can help with accommodation arrangements. On the student s arrival, an airport pick-up and drop off to accommodation can be also provided if required. Accident Insurance The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New When to Apply To apply for a New Zealand student permit or visa you must be formally accepted for 28

29 Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www. acc.co.nz. Medical and Travel Insurance International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Eligibility for Health Services Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health and can be viewed on their website at Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority website at code-of-practice-for-the-pastoral-care-ofinternational-students/ International Student Support AMES IT Academy has an International Manager who is available to answer any queries and concerns from international students. Please if you have any questions or need further information. Code of Practice AMES IT Academy has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). 29

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31 Auckland City Campus A few minutes walk from the historic Myers Park, our Auckland City Campus is conveniently situated for public transport routes and there is plenty of public car parking close by. 500 Queen Street Auckland 1010, New Zealand P O Box 62561, Auckland North Shore Campus A short stroll from Takapuna Beach, this campus is situated in the centre of Takapuna and provides easy access to public transport and eateries. Level 1, 28 Hurstmere Road Takapuna North Shore City 0622, New Zealand P O Box , North Shore Hamilton Campus Located right in the heart of Hamilton with a shopping mall based on the ground floor of the building makes all amenities that students require readily available. Level 3, Tower Building 48 Ward Street Hamilton 3204, New Zealand P O Box , Hamilton

32 Phone: Freephone: (New Zealand Only) PO Box: 62561, Auckland 1546, New Zealand [email protected] Auckland City Central Campus: 500 Queen Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand North Shore Campus: Level 1-28 Hurstmere Road, North Shore, Auckland 0622, New Zealand Hamilton Campus: Level 3 Tower Building, 48 Ward Street, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand 32