Engineering & Technology
Network Engineer
Designs and maintains the networks that connect systems and users.
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What this career is
Network engineering covers the planning, configuration and upkeep of data networks inside organisations and between them.
- Typical education pathway
- B.E./B.Tech or diploma in computing, IT or electronics
What professionals typically do
- Design network topologies and addressing
- Configure routers, switches and firewalls
- Diagnose connectivity and performance issues
- Maintain network documentation
Typical education pathways
- B.E./B.Tech in IT, Computer Science or Electronics
- Diploma in computer networking with recognised certifications
Important skills
Routing and switching · Network protocols · Troubleshooting · Documentation
Suitable student interests
Infrastructure · Troubleshooting · Structured systems
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