Diploma of Information Technology
Course Overview
Upon completing this qualification, you'll showcase proficiency in various information and communications technology (ICT) roles, particularly those involving specialized skills in a technical ICT function. In these roles, you'll tackle moderately complex tasks within a specialized field, be it as a solo operator, part of a team, or leading projects. Your skill set will be adaptable across diverse industries and business functions, offering versatility, and even the potential for entrepreneurship as a business owner (sole trader/contractor). The program places a strong emphasis on advanced networking, delving into tasks like configuring and managing virtual computing environments, and ensuring security within ICT networks. This targeted focus will sharpen your expertise in the nuances of advanced networking, providing you with a robust skill set.
Course Structure
To be awarded this qualification students must successfully complete the following units of competency:
- ICTICT517 - Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation:
- BSBXTW401 - Lead and facilitate a team: :
- BSBCRT512 - Originate and develop concepts::
- ICTSAS527 - Manage client problems
- ICTICT532 - Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments:
- BSBXCS402 - Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices:
- ICTNWK529 - Install and manage complex ICT networks:
- ICTNWK536 - Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions:
- ICTNWK540 - Design, build and test network servers:
- ICTNWK546 - Manage network security:
- ICTNWK557 - Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments:
- ICTNWK559 - Install an enterprise virtual computing environment:
- ICTICT518 - Research and review hardware technology options for organisations:
- ICTICT526 - Verify client business requirements:
- ICTICT523 - Gather data to identify business requirements:
- ICTICT524 - Determine ICT strategies and solutions for organisations:
- ICTNWK562 - Configure Internet Gateway:
- ICTNWK538 - Install and maintain valid authentication processes:
- BSBPMG632 - Manage program risk:
- ICTPMG505 - Manage ICT projects:
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or its equivalent from an overseas institution.
A Certificate IV in Information Technology, or completion of other BSB/ICT or equivalent related courses, is preferable. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test with an overall score of 5.5. |
| TOEFL-IBT Score (Minimum) | TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language) internet-based test with a score of 46 or above |
| PTE Score (Minimum) | PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic with a score of 42 or above. |
| CAE Score (Minimum) | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) from Cambridge ESOL with test scores of 47 or above. |
Career Opportunities
The skills that learners gain from this course will prepare them to install and manage small-scale networks and workplace cybersecurity independently or in a team in the area of Information Technology Support Services, Education Support, etc., including the roles of:
• IT Office Manager
• General Application Support Officer