Advanced Diploma of Information Technology draft

Program Overview

The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology equips individuals with advanced technical and managerial skills in ICT. It covers topics such as data management, cybersecurity, web development, and IT strategy. The program is delivered over 6 terms and includes practical assessments, classroom instruction, and online learning. Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities in the ICT sector.

Program Outline

Outline:

Course Content and Structure:

The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (ICT60220) equips individuals with advanced technical and managerial skills in the field of information and communications technology (ICT). It covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:

• Advanced data management information: designing and monitoring complex systems to store data and optimize organizational knowledge management.
• Cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans.
• Full stack web development: building advanced user interfaces, developing representational state transfer application program interfaces (REST APIs), and designing user experience solutions.
• Further programming: applying advanced ICT languages to maintain security and manage data.
• IT strategy and organizational development: managing and communicating strategic ICT business solutions.
• Systems development and analysis: modeling and testing data objects, data processes, and preferred ICT system solutions.

Course Schedule:

The program is delivered over 6 terms, each consisting of 10 weeks of study and a 3-week break. Classes are scheduled Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 9:00pm, offering both day and evening sessions. Students are required to attend classes on campus or online for 15 hours per week.

Individual Modules:

The program includes the following modules:

Term 1

• BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
• ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
• ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisation

Term 2

• ICTICT615 Implement knowledge management strategies
• BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
• BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

Term 3

• ICTICT522 Evaluate vendor products and equipment
• ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with relevant cyber security standards and law
• ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments

Term 4

• ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments
• ICTCLD602 Manage information security compliance of cloud service deployment
• ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment

Term 5

• ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level (5 weeks)
• ICTPMG617 Plan and direct complex ICT projects (5 weeks)

Term 6

• ICTICT612 Develop contracts and manage contract performance (5 weeks)
• ICTPMG616 Manage ICT project systems implementation (5 weeks)

Assessment:

Students undertake a range of practical assessments for each unit of competency, including:

• Knowledge tests
• Practical demonstrations
• Presentations
• Case studies
• Projects
• Role plays

Teaching:

ECA College employs a combination of classroom instruction, online learning, and practical training to deliver the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology. The faculty consists of experienced industry professionals and academics who provide students with hands-on experience and up-to-date knowledge. The college also offers a flexible learning environment that accommodates the needs of working professionals and students with other commitments.

Careers:

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology have a wide range of career opportunities in the ICT sector, including:

• Cyber security analyst
• Network administrator
• Web developer
• Database administrator
• IT project manager
• Business analyst
• Systems analyst
• IT consultant