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ICT50220: Diploma of Information Technology (IT) CRICOS course code: 03886K
Entry requirements:
- Be 18 years or over
- Be competent in written and spoken English with an IELTS Score of no less than 5.5or 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
- hold a Certificate IV level qualification or equivalent
CRICOS course duration: 69 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 | |||
| 2021 | 11 January | 12 April | 12 July | 11 October |
| 2022 | 10 January | 11 April | 11 July | 10 October |
| 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 environments |
| CTSAS527 | Manage client problems |
Elective Units Selected for this Training product
Electives: Provided pre-requisites have been met and the subject is offered in the trimester, students may choose any electives from the list below.
| Units chosen from Group A: Advanced Networking Specialisation | |
| ICTNWK529 | Install and manage complex ICT networks |
| ICTNWK536 | Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions |
| ICTNWK540 | Design, build and test network serverss |
| ICTNWK546 | Manage network security |
| Unit chosen from Group B: Advanced programming specialisation | |
| ICTPRG535 | Build advanced user interfaces |
| Unit chosen from Group D: Business analysis specialisation | |
| ICTSAD509 | Produce ICT feasibility reports |
| Unit chosen from Group H: Database and data management specialisation | |
| ICTDBS505 | Monitor and improve knowledge management systems |
| Unit chosen from Group I: Front end web development specialisation | |
| ICTWEB514 | Create dynamic web pages |
| Unit chosen from Group N: Telecommunications network engineering specialisation | |
| ICTPMG505 | Manage ICT projects |
| Units chosen from Advanced IT Support | |
| ICTICT518 | IResearch and review hardware technology options for organisations |
| IICTICT524 | Determine ICT strategies and solutions for organisations |
| ICTICT526 | Verify client business requirements Unit chosen from Business Management |
| ICTICT523 | Gather data to identify business requirements |
| Unit chosen from Web Design and Development | |
| ICTWEB527 | Research and apply emerging web technology trends |
ICT60220: Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (IT) CRICOS course code: 03886K
Entry Requirements
- Be 18 years or over
- 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
- Hold a Diploma level qualification or equivalent
CRICOS course duration: 79 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
| Core Units | |
| BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
| BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices |
| ICTICT608 | Interact with clients on a business level |
| ICTICT618 | Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments |
| ICTSAD609 | Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment |
Elective Units Selected for this Training product
| Units chosen from Group G – Telecommunications network engineering specialisation | |
| ICTNPL413 | Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry |
| ICTNWK612 | Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks |
| ICTPMG613 | Manage ICT project planning |
| ICTTEN615 | Manage network traffic |
| ICTTEN622 | Produce ICT network architecture designs |
| Units chosen from Telecommunications Network Engineering – General | |
| BSBLDR523 | Lead and manage effective workplace relationships |
| BSBPMG530 | Manage project scope |
| BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work |
| ICTICT818 | Develop knowledge management strategies |
| ICTICT819 | Lead analysis of information and communications technology business strategy |