Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Provider:
Course Code:
ICT60220
CRICOS Code:
105147H
Qualification Level:
Advanced Diploma
Course Area:
Information Technology
Duration:
52 - 104 Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Windsor, New South Wales, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 8,250 - 17,000 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
On Campus
Target:
International
Intake:
Monthly
Course Overview
Whether you’re in Regional NSW or the heart of Sydney, qualified information technology professionals are in high demand. The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (IT) is a nationally recognised qualification that will open doors across a range of exciting growth industries.
At New Era Institute, we offer Advanced Diploma of IT courses with two specialisations:
- Cyber Security
- Telecommunications Network Engineering
Both course streams are structured to reflect the requirements and responsibilities across a range of information and communication technology roles. The course will provide you with in-demand technical skills including programming, cyber security, cloud computing and business analysis. Beyond that, it will also provide you with a range of business and people management skills that are vital for managing tech teams and leading complex projects. The Advanced Diploma will prepare you to carry out complex IT tasks within your specialist field and use your expertise to drive projects and direct business strategy.
The Advanced Diploma in IT will help you to develop a range of technical skills highly prized by employers across a range of industries. These include:
- Advanced data management including data storage system design and management
- Cyber security including designing and implementing security infrastructure and cyber security compliance
- Web development and programming
- Systems development and analysis
- Telecommunications and network engineering
- Managing teams and interacting with clients
- Critical thinking for complex problem solving
- Managing IP, ethics and privacy
- Business analysis in an ICT environment
Our courses are delivered by experienced industry professionals with extensive real-world expertise.
Course Structure
This course has 16 units in total, 6 core and 10 electives which will differ based on spatialisation.
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 (Cyber Security)
- ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
- ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with relevant cyber security standards and law
- ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments
- ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations
- ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
- ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
- ICTNWK546 Manage network security
- ICTPRG535 Build advanced user interfaces
- ICTPRG537 Implement security for applications
- ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
Elective Units (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
- 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
- ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
- ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
- ICTNWK546 Manage network security
- ICTPRG535 Build advanced user interfaces
- ICTPRG537 Implement security for applications
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Have completed an equivalent secondary schooling level of a Higher School Certificate (year 12 in Australian schools) or can demonstrate suitable work or life experience. |
| Minimum Age to Apply | Students must be 18 years of age or older. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Demonstrate good command of written and spoken English and verified evidence of IELTS Level 5.5 or equivalent |
Career Opportunities
After achieving this qualification, you may choose to undertake Bachelor of Information Technology or other Bachelor Degree or other Advanced Diploma qualifications.