School of Information Technology (IT)

ICT50220: Diploma of Information Technology (IT):

RTO code:45653: CRICOS course code: 03886K

Click to download Diploma of IT brochure

Entry requirements:

  • Be competent in written and spoken English with an IELTS Score of no less than 5.5 or equivalent language test score
  • Participate in a suitability interview prior to enrolment and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm and ability to undertake this qualification, with the recommendation being made by the interviewer to the CEO and/or nominee who will make the final decision

CRICOS course duration: 74 Weeks

The nationally accredited Diploma of Information Technology reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and
communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team or leading a deliverable with others. They may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).

The skills required for these roles may include but are not restricted to:

  • advanced networking: configuring and managing virtual computing environments, and security within ICT networks
  • advanced programming: applying intermediate and advanced programming skills, managing data and building advanced user interfaces to manage organisational requirements
  • back end web development: developing and maintaining website information architecture and data
  • business analysis: designing and implementing technical requirements, quality assurance processes and contingency plans for businesses
  • cloud architecture: developing, improving and designing cloud infrastructure, including disaster recovery plans
  • cloud engineering: building, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure and virtual networks
  • cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
  • database and data management: creating, designing and monitoring systems that store data and optimise organisational knowledge management
  • front end web development: designing dynamic and complex websites, user experience solutions and documents using extensible mark-up languages
  • game art and design: creating complex 2D and 3D modelling and animation software through scripts and storyboards
  • game programming: creating complex 2D and 3D interactive games and media, building graphical user interfaces and applying artificial intelligence in game development
  • systems administration: reviewing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
  • systems analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions
  • telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations and legislative requirements across network projects.

Career Pathways:

  • Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
  • IT Support Officer
  • IT Manager
  • Self-employment.
Year Intake Dates
2023 9 January 10 April 10 July 9 October
2024 8 January 8 April 8 July 7 October

Course Structure

Core Units
BSBCRT512 Originate and Develop Concepts
BSBXCS402 Promote Workplace Cyber Security Awareness and Best Practices
BSBXTW401 Lead and Facilitate a Team
ICTICT517 Match ICT Needs with the Strategic Direction of the Organisation
ICTICT532 Apply IP, Ethics and Privacy in ICT Environment
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
Elective Units selected for this Training product: Units chosen from Group D: Business Analysis Specialisation
ICTSAD507 Design and Implementation Quality Assurance Processes for Business Solutions
ICTSAS526 Review and Update Disaster Recovery and Contingency Plans
ICTSAD508 Develop Technical Requirements for Business Solutions
Unit chosen from Group G: Cyber Security Specialisation
ICTCYS407 Gather, Analyse and Interpret Threat Data
ICTCYS610 Protect Critical Infrastructure for Organisations
ICTCYS613 Utilise Design Methodologies for Security Architecture
ICTSAS524 Develop, Implement and Evaluate an Incident Response Plan
Unit chosen from Group I: Front End Web Development Specialisation
ICTWEB513 Build Dynamic Websites
Unit chosen from Group O General Electives: Advanced IT Support
ICTICT524 Determine ICT Strategies and Solutions for Organisations
Unit chosen from Business Management:
ICTICT443 Work Collaboratively in the ICT Industry
Units chosen from Networking:
ICTNWK560 Determine Best -Fit Topologies for Wide Area Networks
ICTNWK561 Design Enterprise Wireless Local Area Networks

ICT60220: Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (IT):

RTO code:45653

Click to download Advance Diploma of IT brochure

Entry Requirements

  • Be 18 years or over and Domestic students
  • Be competent in written and spoken English with an IELTS Score of no less than 5.5 or equivalent language test score
  • Participate in a suitability interview prior to enrolment and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm and ability to undertake this qualification, with the recommendation being made by the interviewer to the CEO and/or nominee who will make the final decision

 CRICOS course duration: 62 weeks

The nationally accredited Advanced Diploma of Information Technology reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have significant experience in specialist technical skills, or managerial business and people management skills.

Individuals in these roles carry out complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, leading a team or a strategic direction of a business. They apply their skills across a wide range of industries and business functions, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor). The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:

  • advanced data management information: creating, designing and monitoring complex systems that store data, and optimising organisational knowledge management
  • cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture, and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
  • full stack web development: building advanced user interfaces, developing representational state transfer application program interfaces (REST APIs) and designing user experience solutions
  • further programming: applying advanced ICT languages to maintain security and manage data
  • IT strategy and organisational development: managing and communicating strategic ICT business solutions
  • systems development and analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions
  • telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations and legislative requirements across network projects

There are several employment pathways for graduates of this training product.

These pathways may include but are not limited to:

  • Advanced data management information
  • Cyber security
  • Full stack web development
  • Further programming
  • IT strategy and organisational development
  • Systems development and analysis
  • Telecommunications network engineering

Course Structure

Units chosen from Web Design and Development:
ICTWEB452 Create a Mark-up Language Document
ICTWEB441 Produce Basic Client-Side Script
Core Units
BSBCRT611Apply Critical Thinking for Complex Problem Solving
BSBTWK502Manage Team Effectiveness
BSBXCS402Promote Workplace Cyber Security Awareness and Best Practices
ICTICT608Interact with Clients on a Business Level
ICTICT618Manage IP, Ethics and Privacy in ICT Environments
ICTSAD609Plan and Monitor Business Analysis Activities in an ICT Environment

Elective Units Selected for this Training product

Units Chosen from Strategy and Business Management
BSBLDR601Lead and Manage Organisational Change
BSBSTR601Manage Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Units Chosen from Network Security
ICTNWK538Install and Maintain Valid Authentication Processes
ICTNWK615Design and Configure Desktop Virtualisation
ICTSAS530Use Network Tools
Unit Chosen from Group C: Full Stack Web Development Specialisation
ICTPRG535Build Advanced User Interfaces
Units Chosen from Application and Software Development
ICTPRG549Apply Intermediate Object-Oriented Language Skills
Units Chosen from Project Development
BSBPMG536Manage Project Risk
Units Chosen from Group B: Cyber Security Specialisation
ICTCYS608Perform Cyber Security Risk Assessment
Units Chosen from Group G: Telecommunications Network Engineering Specialisation
ICTPMG613Manage ICT Project Planning