Diploma of Information Technology
Course Overview
This qualification 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 organizational 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
cybersecurity: protecting sensitive data and information.
Course Structure
To be awarded this qualification students must successfully complete the following units of competency:
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 policies in ICT environments
- ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
Electives:
- BSBPMG536 Manage project risk
- BSBPMG532 Management project quality
- BSBPMG539 Manage project governance
- BSBOPS503 Develop administrative systems
- ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
- ICTDBS505 Monitor and improve knowledge management systems
- BSBTEC601 Review organisational digital strategy
- ICTSAD509 Produce ICT feasibility reports
- ICTICT518 Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
- ICTICT524 Determine ICT strategies and solutions for organisations
- ICTICT526 Verify client business requirements
- ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
- ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
- ICTSAD507 Design and implement quality assurance processes for business solutions
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years of age or older. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Must provide proof of school studies which is equivalent to Australian Year 12 or other higher qualifications. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Must provide valid academic IELTS* of at least 5.5 overall score or equivalent unless exempted or need to submit English Proficiency certificate from an approved ELICOS provider of intermediate level or above; or completion of substantial part of studies of at least an AQF Certificate IV qualification or higher within the last 2 years; or have successfully passed the Rockford College English Placement Test. For further details; please refer to the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) website for Acceptable English and Exemptions. * Note that other English Language Test such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. |