Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Provider:
Course Code:
ICT50220
CRICOS Code:
105308G
Qualification Level:
Diploma
Course Area:
Information Technology
Duration:
65-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Queensland (FORTITUDE VALLEY)
Course Fee:
$8,750 - $15,500 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
Blended Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
8 Intakes per Year
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 specialist fields, working independently, as part of a team or leading deliverables 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).
Course Structure
The following 20 units are to be completed:
Core
- 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
Elective
- ICTSAD507 Design and implement quality assurance processes for business solutions
- ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
- ICTSAD509 Produce ICT feasibility reports
- ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
- ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
- ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
- ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
- ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
- ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
- ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
- ICTWEB527 Research and apply emerging web technology trends
- ICTDBS505 Monitor and improve knowledge management systems
- ICTWEB441 Produce basic client-side script
- ICTWEB518 Build a document using extensible markup language
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Must have completed at least the equivalent of year 12 |
| Minimum Age to Apply | International students must be at least 18 years of age |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | These students must also have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old). Students must also participate in a course entry interview to demonstrate their suitability for the course. International Students may not be required to provide evidence of English Language competence where documented evidence can be provided to demonstrate any of the following: the student was educated for 5 years in an English speaking country. the student has completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO. the student has successfully completed an English Placement Test. the student has successfully completed a foundation course in Australia the student has successfully completed their High School in English Language. |
Pathway
- DIT+ADIT
Career Opportunities
Students who complete this course may be able to seek employment in a range of information and communication support roles. Such as
- ICT Office Manager
- ICT Systems Administrator
- Information Systems Office Manager
- Office Systems Administrator
- Systems Manager