Computing and Information Technology

The computing and information technology sector is a significant contributor to the economy and workforce of Victoria, with approximately 100,000 people employed in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) jobs (ABS Labour Force Survey 2005-06). Victoria continues to lead the way in recruiting ICT professionals, with 29% of all ICT employees in Australia residing in the state.

At Holmesglen, our focus is on producing graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in this vibrant and dynamic industry. Holmesglen IT students undertake learning in skill areas demanded in today's modern economy. Graduates can work in a wide range of careers and fields, including networking (LAN/WAN); security; programming; database development; website development; systems management; business analysis; video production; multimedia development; and animation.

Our students are actively engaged in project based learning activity and many have achieved significant success in prestigious national and international higher education and tertiary sector competitions.

Many of our graduates are employed in successful careers throughout the world. Some have acquired specific skill sets to better equip them in their continuing working role as an IT professional, while others have used Holmesglen as a pathway to higher education qualifications. Students of Holmesglen are able to access ICT specific programs, supported by key industry alliances, with leading vendor providers, such as Microsoft and SAP.

Electrotechnology

The Electrotechnology Department, located at our Moorabbin campus, has delivered professional and vocational training to thousands of students throughout its 25 years of operation.

An electrical qualification provides a career pathway into industries that are challenging, rewarding and growing, both within Australia and internationally. People within these professions are highly specialised and sought after by industry, most notably in the areas of domestic and commercial electrical work; air-conditioning/refrigeration and renewable energy. In particular, in the highly lucrative electrical trade, local demand to employ qualified electricians continues to outstrip supply. While emerging new technologies, most notably in the area of renewable energy and sustainability, continue to stimulate demand for electricians who are competent in a range of installation techniques and applications.

Electrotechnology students may commence as a pre-apprentice or apprentice and return to the Department for up skilling at advanced trade level. All courses are conducted in partnership with key industry and employer stakeholders.

The Electrotechnology Department also offers the highly popular Electronics (Automotive) Program, a unique course that offers participants the opportunity to become an expert in the installation and management of car audio systems.

Our teachers are industry qualified and experienced, while our extensive business relationships provide direct access to the working environment, techniques and conditions that participants often find missing within other programs. The education and training facilities, located within the Moorabbin campus, offer participants a one stop learning and development environment, providing them with direct access to the tools, materials, systems, knowledge and experience they need to succeed within their chosen field of study. In fact, many business operators have rated our facilities the best in Victoria, further testimony to the value we deliver in the area of development and training.

With state-of-the-art Electrotechnology facilities, qualified teachers and industry recognised courses, it is easy to see why the Department is a leader in its field, and actively developing the workforce for today and tomorrow.

Engineering
An engineering qualification provides a career pathway into highly specialised industries, most notably in the areas of aerospace, automotive, mining, shipbuilding and manufacturing.

The Faculty offers a range of industry recognised courses and participants can elect to study at the certificate, diploma and advanced diploma level, or undertake an apprenticeship in fabrication/welding.

With state-of-the-art engineering facilities, qualified teachers and industry recognised courses, it is easy to see why engineering is a leader in its field and actively developing the workforce for today and tomorrow