Overview (2027)
Key Information
Duration
Minimum 0.5 years, up to a maximum of 2 years.
Location
This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students
Want to work in an industry that has huge growth potential and an ever-expanding scope? Choosing a career within the technology sector will put you at the forefront of innovation.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Technologies provides you with hands-on experience with real-world industry issues like setting up automation, handling information security and analysing data for cyber security. You’ll also learn the principles of designing and building programs using the Python language, explore how computer networks are set up and customised for different industry needs, and learn how data management software can improve decision-making and communication in your workplace.
Advancing technologies over the past decade have significantly transformed production, manufacturing and communication in every sector of the economy. In fact, it's projected that demand for technology workers will grow by 100,000 between 2024 and 2027*. Developed in consultation with industry experts, the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Technologies is designed to give you the latest skills and knowledge to hit the ground running as you enter Australia’s booming technology industry.
- 1 Identify and use technologies, tools and techniques to manage, maintain and share information
- 2 Apply problem solving and design approaches to identify and communicate solutions or innovations
- 3 Communicate and reflect on knowledge, skills, behaviours and attributes required to develop and enhance career opportunities in applied technologies
Practice-based, experiential learning and portfolio development is a key component of the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Technologies.
We help you develop transferable skills by providing an authentic and engaging learning experience with work-based components that you can tailor to your individual circumstances. This means you can contextualise your learning to your personal interests through authentic simulated experiences, or for those already in the industry, you are encouraged to apply and complete relevant assessments within your work environment.
You will be introduced to:
- different methods of, and approaches to, practice,
- how issues such as values, ethics, empathy and leadership are reflected in the workplace and
- the role of reflection and deliberative thinking in developing workplace-based knowledge, skills, attitudes and aspirations.
Career outcomes
The technology industry is currently booming in Australia, with an estimated 84,000 more tech workers needed in Australia by 2033. Here are some of the careers projected to grow into 2033*:
- Database & Systems Administrator & ICT Security: 21.5% growth
- Computer Network Professionals: 22.8% growth
- Software and Application Programmers: 22.3% growth
By completing the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Technologies, you’re learning skills for the future, which will introduce you to a world of opportunities. This course also offers you the opportunity to transition into further study, with full credit into a Diploma of Applied Technologies (Specialisation).
*Labour Market Insights five-year projections from May 2023 to May 2033.
Course structure
The Undergraduate Certificate In Applied Technologies comprises 4 x 12.5 credit point units:
- 3 x core units
- 1 x elective units
Please note: If you commence the course in Semester 1, you will only be able to study part-time, as not all units are offered in Semester 1.
In this unit, you will learn how computer networks are constructed, how they function, and the services they provide to enable nearly every modern application and device. You will apply concepts of network communication and security using the TCP/IP and…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 |  |  |  | |
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On-campus- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit introduces the principles of software design and development from initial concept to working solution. You’ll begin by learning how to analyse and define a problem, applying needs analysis and project scoping methodologies to solve real-world challenges. This will…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Digital innovation is transforming businesses across all sectors of the economy, through implementing new processes or upgrading existing technology. As a result, new business models in Industry 4.0 have emerged. In this unit you will be introduced to key concepts,…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 2 | | | | |
- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
View all details for ZAT120 Designing for Technology and Innovation
In this unit, you will be introduced to the concept of sustainability starting with the transformations necessary for achieving the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a way that organises them into 6 logical groups. You will examine…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
In this unit, you will be introduced to basic features of the design toolsets used in digital fabrication. Weekly online content will assist you in developing the underpinning technical skills required to become proficient in 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit explores the principles and applications of robotics and intelligent systems in a variety of sectors. It provides you with the necessary information and programming abilities to traverse real-world robotics settings. You will receive remote practical experience creating and…
Credit Points: 12.5
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Online | Semester 2 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit introduces the foundations of risk analysis, risk management, and contingency planning at an organisational level. The unit explores the foundations of risk across many industries and disciplines, examining the risk analysis process, contingency planning, business continuity and disaster…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit will provide you with the basic skills and concepts of Industry 4.0 technologies and their applications across any advanced manufacturing industry, from large-scale industrial operations, small businesses and the emerging sole traders in niche design industries. The unit…
Credit Points: 12.5
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
View all details for ZAT128 Electrical and Digital Control Systems
This unit provides you with opportunities to develop various work-ready, transferable, and professional skills and attributes that are highly sought by employers. In addition, it allows you to explore contemporary strategies and approaches that are often used in day-to-day employment…
Credit Points: 12.5
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.
Domestic applicants who recently completed secondary education (in the past two years)
This course does not use ATAR as part of the admission process. To be an eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) or an equivalent qualification.
Domestic applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, you must have:
- Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). You must have completed at least one unit of study (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points) at 100 level or higher and which may include 100 level units completed in the UTAS Diploma of University Studies. If you have failed any units, your application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; OR
- Completed the UTAS University Preparation Program (or an equivalent qualification offered by an Australian University).
Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study
To be eligible for an offer, you must have completed a completed Certificate III or higher (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Applications on the basis of work or life experience
Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement.
Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and / or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.
Passes in units in other incomplete courses in this University or another approved tertiary institution may be credited towards the undergraduate certificate and a course plan developed to detail the units required by the student to qualify for the undergraduate Certificate. The maximum credit granted will be in accordance with the limits as stated in the Student Participation and Attainment Ordinance.
Students completing the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Technologies are eligible for advanced standing for 50 credit points (4 x 12.5 credit point units) in the Diploma of Applied Technologies (Specialisation).
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course. For eligible domestic students, this means your fees will be subsidised by the Australian Government. You’ll only need to pay the student contribution amount for each unit you study within the course.
Commonwealth Supported Place indicative annual fee: $4,851.55
How is this calculated?
This is an estimate. The calculation is based on the average part-time enrolment for this course in 2026. All figures are indicative only for 2027. Actual tuition fees will depend on specific unit enrolment, and are subject to annual increases each year. You can find the complete fee details for each unit of study on the individual unit pages. The units for this course are found in the course structure section of this page.
These figures do not include other costs such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). For further information, please visit Scholarships, fees and costs.
HECS-HELP loans
You may be able to defer payment of the student contribution amount by accessing a HECS-HELP loan from the Government. If eligible, you’ll only have to pay your tuition fees once you start earning above a specific amount.
Further information on student loans and a CSP eligibility checker can be found at Australian Government Study Assist.
Domestic scholarships
Each year, the University offers more than 900 awards to students from all walks of life, including: those who have achieved high academic results, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, students with sporting ability, students undertaking overseas study, and students with a disability.
For information on all scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please refer to scholarships.
Applications for most awards commencing in Semester 1 open at the beginning of August and close strictly on 31 October in the year prior to study.
Continuing students
If you are a continuing student, please contact UniConnect for fee scholarship information relevant to your enrolment.
Course year 2027
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