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New Education and Training Model (NETM)

New Education and Training Model (NETM) Upskill now with industry-led micro-credentials.

Your learning pathway for careers in Western Sydney

Upskill now with industry-led micro-credentials, designed for the Western Parkland City.

Home to one third of Sydney’s workforce, the Western Parkland City is the economic powerhouse of Australia. The Western Parkland City stretches from the Blue Mountains to Fairfield and from the Hawkesbury to Wollondilly, and includes the thriving centres of Liverpool, Penrith, Camden and Campbelltown. With a forecast population of 1.4 million by 2036, it is one of Australia’s fastest growing urban areas.

The New Education and Training Model (NETM) provides industry-led training opportunities that deliver the skills needed as the Western Parkland City evolves. NETM micro-credentials are short, flexible and accessible courses that enable you to gain skills to advance your career. The University of Sydney is proud to partner with the Western Parkland City Authority and industry partners to deliver education and training that is needed now. All of our courses are guided by industry needs and taught by University of Sydney academics.

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Develop the skills you need now for Western Sydney’s careers of the future

NETM micro-credentials delivered by the Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering educates future leaders and undertakes pioneering research for a digital, sustainable and healthier future.

Browse our range of NETM offerings and start on your learning pathway today.

Our expertise in semiconductors

This suite of micro-credentials addresses critical skill gaps in microelectronic digital design, alongside emerging trends such as edge artificial intelligence. Each course covers specialised technical topics, and is designed for professionals with prior studies in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Biomedical Engineering.

Delivered entirely online, each micro-credential provides flexible and accessible educational opportunities for post-bachelor learners. Click on the course overviews below to learn more.

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Cadence Design Systems

Our semiconductor micro-credentials have been developed in partnership with Cadence Design Systems, a pioneering company with more than 30 years of expertise.

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Cadence Design Systems

Cadence is a US-based Fortune 100 firm with a presence in over 23 countries, and a valuation of almost $3 billion. The company’s proprietary design strategies deliver the software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality for their customers, which rank among the world’s most innovative companies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Enrolling in the University of Sydney’s NETM courses

This program of NETM micro-credentials is designed for the Western Parkland City's specific industry skills needs. Click below to read answers to frequently asked questions.

When will the courses start?

The first course will be delivered in October 2022, with subsequent courses to be delivered throughout 2023.

Who is eligible to enrol in the NETM?

NETM micro-credentials are designed for individuals living or working in the eight local government areas of Greater Sydney that make up the Western Parkland City. These areas are the Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Liverpool, Penrith and Wollondilly.

How are courses designed and delivered?

Each NETM micro-credential is delivered entirely online, allowing working professionals to fit their studies around their commitments.

What are micro-credentials?

Micro-credentials are assessed short courses that provide flexible and accessible opportunities to build in-demand skills and knowledge. In some cases, micro-credentials can be stacked to provide credit for longer qualifications.

How are NETM courses different from other microcredentials offered by The University of Sydney?

Our NETM micro-credentials are developed with industry partners to address skills that are in demand in the Western Parkland City.

How much do the NETM courses cost?

Our NETM micro-credentials are funded by the NSW Government. This means that they are currently available free of charge for qualifying learners who live or work in the Western Parkland City.

Semiconductor Business Processes, Integrated Circuit Processes and Devices, and Integrated Circuit Packaging

A semiconductor or silicon chip is a physical product designed to manage and control the flow of current in electronic devices and equipment. Semiconductors are the foundational elements of modern computing and are responsible for powering nearly every electronic device we use on a day-to-day basis. Their rapid growth in performance and integration density resulted in the birth or exponential growth of new industries such as 5G communication and artificial intelligence (AI). This... [More]
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Semiconductor Digital Design Verification Concept and Tool Training

A semiconductor or silicon chip is a physical product designed to manage and control the flow of current in electronic devices and equipment. Semiconductors are the foundational elements of modern computing and are responsible for powering nearly every electronic device we use on a day-to-day basis. Their rapid growth in performance and integration density resulted in the birth or exponential growth of new industries such as 5G communication and artificial intelligence (AI). This... [More]
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Semiconductor Digital Implementation Concept and Tool Training

A semiconductor or silicon chip is a physical product designed to manage and control the flow of current in electronic devices and equipment. Semiconductors are the foundational elements of modern computing and are responsible for powering nearly every electronic device we use on a day-to-day basis. Their rapid growth in performance and integration density resulted in the birth or exponential growth of new industries such as 5G communication and artificial intelligence (AI). This... [More]
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