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Program Overview
The Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) is a blended learning program that combines face-to-face and online delivery modes. It consists of 20 units, including 6 core units and 14 electives, covering topics such as cybersecurity, project management, and network management. The program prepares students for careers in the telecommunications and IT industries, including roles such as telecommunication technical officer, network planner, and cybersecurity administrator.
Program Outline
Outline:
The ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology requires the completion of the following 20 Units (including 6 core and 14 electives).
Core Units – 6
- 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 Units
- ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
- ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
- ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
- ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
- ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
- ICTICT519 Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
- ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
- ICTNWK423 Manage network and data integrity
- ICTNWK541 Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services
- ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
- ICTTEN519 Design network building projects
- ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
- ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
- ICTNWK557 Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments
Assessment:
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Teaching:
This blended learning program combines face-to-face and online delivery modes.
Careers:
This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following job roles:
- Telecommunication technical officer or technologist
- Telecommunications network planner
- Telecommunications network manager
- Cyber security administrator
Entry Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement
- Some prospective students may be asked to undertake an LLN assessment or enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
- Must have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less that 5.5 or equivalent, such as:
- IBT 46
- PTE Academic 42
- CAE 162
- OET B
- Duolingo 90
- General English Upper Intermediate
- MOI Certificate
- Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less that 5.5 or equivalent.
