Course Structure

Actual Study Hours: Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) course structure is designed for 104 weeks (including 11 weeks holidays) and total scheduled contact hours are 1860 hours which is equivalent to 20 hours per week. You can also complete this qualification in lesser time than mentioned based on the study load you can manage.

Assessment Methods: This qualification is assessed using various assessment methods i.e. through written activities, case studies, simulated projects and by observation.

BSBCRT512 (Core) Originate and develop concepts

BSBXCS402 (Core) Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

BSBXTW401 (Core) Lead and facilitate a team

ICTICT517 (Core) Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation

ICTICT532 (Core) Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments

ICTSAS527 (Core) Manage client problems

BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

BSBSUS511 Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements

ICTICT525 Identify and manage the implementation of industry specific technologies

ICTICT526 Verify client business requirements

ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects

ICTSAS525 Develop and conduct client acceptance tests

ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

ICTWEB527 Research and apply emerging web technology trends

ICTWEB522 Develop website information architecture

ICTWEB514 Create dynamic web pages

ICTWEB513 Build dynamic websites

ICTWEB517 Create web-based programs

BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace in a work area

Resources

ITA provides the facilities and resources that will need to be available or accessed include:

Student Handbook

Access to online book

Group Activities to emulate real scenarios

ICT Softwares

Adobe Website

WordPress

High speed Fibre Optic Internet on campus

Photocopiers

Learner book: Online Toolbox

Student Support and counselling

Entry Requirements

• IELTS overall band of 6 or equivalent internationally recognised exam result in line with DIBP regulations
• Successful completion of Senior Secondary certificate of education (Year 12) or equivalent qualification from student‚Äôs home country
• Mature aged students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements but with relevant work experience within chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet course requirements.
• Must be over the age of 18 years at the commencement of the course
• Original or certified copies of all documents must be submitted with application
• According to assessment levels for the country of origin, International Student who does not meet the English entry requirement is required to register in the appropriate English course. Further details for these requirements can be found at www.homeaffairs.gov.au

Employment Outcomes

Students can gain the skills and knowledge required to design, develop and manage a website individually / independently. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible employment outcomes with this qualification includes:

Network Administrator

Developer

IT Programmer

Program Lead

Project Lead

Database Administrator

Business Analyst

Project Managers

Office coordinator

Educational Pathways

After successful completion of ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology, the preferred educational pathway could be an entry to Bachelors in IT or ICT60220 Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or a range of other relevant qualifications.

You can also choose Vocational Graduate Certificate qualification or other higher education sector qualifications upon successful completion of this course.

Course Fees

Tuition Fees Other Fees Total Cost

Contact us for latest fees updates and Scholarships Enrolment Fee(AUD $250) + Material fee (AUD $500) Tuition Fees + Other Fees

Course Delivery

The qualification, Diploma of Information Technology will be delivered through

Face to face: With a focus on the individual student to improve their learning skills

Online: This is considered to be more popular and effective method of delivery for people with considerable knowledge

Supervised self-study

Course Duration

Students can complete Diploma of Information Technology(ICT50220) qualification within 104 weeks(including holidays) and you can discuss with your Trainer for customised study plan that meets your requirements.

Enquiries for Enrolments and intake dates can be made any time during the business hours.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The acknowledgment of skills and knowledge that have been gained through training, work, or life experiences into formal competencies. The assessment of RPL is made from the evidence provided against the units of competency (elements and performance criteria) as described in the relevant endorsed Training Package. To support this type of application evidence of where and how the skills were obtained are required. i.e. A certificate where the codes do not match bit are of similar skills and knowledge would require an ability to assess the learning the outcomes against the learning outcomes of the current course.

ASSESSMENT OF COURSE CREDIT/RPL APPLICATION IN THE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Some subjects have exam but most of the assessment methods include practical test, group works, SA, personal portfolios, presentations, log books, written assessment and case studies. Each subject has minimum of 2-3 assessments. If you have studied the same or equivalent subject as those taught by ITA, you can apply for credit for those subjects. Applicants with qualification of Cert III through to Cert IV in IT, are eligible to enter directly into ICT50115 as they fulfil the pre-requisite criteria. Students apply for RPL either prior to commencement or once on campus.

TO APPLY FOR RECOGNITION YOU MUST

Students will be required to submit Academic and other relevant documents where necessary

Submit a full application to ITA indicating that you want to apply for recognition for prior learning

Students will be required to submit Academic and other relevant documents where necessary

Self assessment will be necessary to be filled by the applicant and interview to follow by ITA

As part of recognition assessment where students are unable to provide sufficient documents and evidence, recognition cannot be granted

A process of appeal is available in cases of disputes or decisions or refunds granted.