Advanced Diploma 0f Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Provider:
Course Code:
ICT60220
CRICOS Code:
105626D
Qualification Level:
Advanced Diploma
Course Area:
Information Technology
Duration:
104-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 15,000 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
Blended Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
8 intakes per year
Course Overview
This Advanced Diploma specialising in Cyber Security teaches students the fundamentals of firewalls and router/switch technology, the planning and implementation processes of troubleshooting, and assists students develop their skills to secure and configure enterprise-level devices and communication networks to improve overall business security.
By undertaking this course, students will develop the necessary skills and knowledge across a variety of cybersecurity topics, using specialised software.
By simulating real-world scenarios, students will experience a hands-on learning environment to configure business machines and perform penetrating testing and ethical hacking as a means of finding security solutions to improve overall business security, as well as familiarise themselves with the specialised software that is prevalent to the industry.
Course Structure
The following units will be taught:
- ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
- ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
- BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
- ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations
- ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments
- BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
- ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
- BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
- ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with cyber security standards and law
- ICTCYS603 Undertake penetration testing for organisations
- ICTNWK543 Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches
- ICTNWK542 Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers
- ICTCYS602 Implement cyber security operations
- ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment
- ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
- ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Every student will have an initial interview to assess their individual learning needs and their language, literacy and numeracy skills. |
| Minimum Age to Apply | Be aged over 18 |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | IELTS 5.5 English language equivalence if a non-native English speaker |
Career Opportunities
- Cyber security administrator
- Network security analyst
- Network security specialist
- E-security specialist
- ICT security specialist
- IT security administrator
- IT security analyst
- IT security specialist