Program Overview

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology

Course Description

The Diploma of Information Technology 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.

Course Structure

The Diploma of Information Technology consists of twenty (20) units of competency, comprising 6 core units and 14 elective units, in accordance with the packaging rules.

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 in ICT environments
• ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems

Cyber Security Specialisation

• 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

Telecommunications Network Engineering Specialisation

• 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

General Electives

• ICTICT527 | Develop and maintain blockchain solutions
• ICTIOT501 | Install IT devices and networks
• BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality

Entry Requirements

• International Students must be 18 years of age at the time of enrolment
• Academic Entry Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent of Australian HSC
• English Language Entry Requirements: IELTS score 6.0 (with no bands less than 5.5) or equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Career Opportunities

Graduates at this level will have the skills for specialised work. Job roles and titles may vary but can include:

• IT Support Services
• Quality Auditing
• Business Administration
• IT Officer Manager
• Security Analyst
• Incident Responder
• Virus Technician
• ICT Security
• Database/Systems Administrator
• Chief Information Security Officer
• Public Administration and Safety
• Financial and Insurance Services
• Telecommunications Network Designer
• Telecommunications Network Manager
• Telecommunications Network Planner
• Optical Network Manager
• Senior Specialist Technician (Telecommunications)
• Telecommunications Technical Officer
• Senior Technical Officer (Telecommunications Engineering)
• Telecommunications Engineer
• IP Convergence Integrator
• Senior Technical Officer (Electronic Technology)

Education Pathways

Further training pathways from this qualification may lead to any of the following qualifications:

• ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
• BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

Exit Point/Award

Students that successfully complete all 20 units of competency as stated in the Course Structure will be issued with ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Students that complete some but not all of the units of competency as stated in the Course Structure may be issued with a Statement of Attainment. It will identify only those units of competence that have been completed as part of the qualification and recognised nationally under the AQF.