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Information Technology

Our nationally accredited Information Technology courses are for anyone who requires specialist skills and knowledge to administer and manage information and communications technology (ICT) support in small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) using a wide range of general ICT technologies. Persons working at this level apply a wide range of higher-level technical skills in ICT areas such as cybersecurity, server virtualisation, database development, object oriented programming, dynamic web development, cloud computing, and project management.

Our graduates are eligible for student membership at Australian Computer Society (ACS). The ACS is the association for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professionals, with a large and active membership from all levels of the ICT industry. The ACS is the public voice of the ICT profession and the guardian of professional ethics and standards in the ICT industry, with a commitment to the wider community to ensure the beneficial use of ICT. The ACS is a member of the Australian Council of Professions.

ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology

Subject	Unit Code and Title
Emerging Technologies and Practices	BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
ICT Ethics and Privacy	ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
Programming Techniques	ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques
Desktop Management	ICTNWK427 Configure desktop environments ICTNWK428 Create scripts for networking
Business Requirements and Resolve ICT Problems	ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems ICTICT429 Determine and confirm client business requirements
Object Oriented Programming I	ICTPRG430 Apply introductory object-oriented language skills
Server Virtualisation	ICTNWK420 Install and configure virtual machines ICTNWK422 Install and manage servers
Web Development	ICTWEB446 Integrate social web technologies ICTWEB447 Build basic website using development software and ICT tools
Cyber Security Response	ICTCYS402 Identify and confirm cyber security incidents ICTSAS214 Protect devices from spam and destructive software
Database Management	ICTDBS506 Design databases ICTDBS507 Integrate databases with websites
Cyber Security Requirements	ICTICT424 Address cyber security requirements BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management
Vocational/ Employment Outcome	ICT Business Analyst, Programmer, ICT Support Technician, ICT Network and Systems Administrator, Web Developer, Database Administrator, Cyber Security Analyst, Information Security Analyst

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology

Subject	Unit Code and Title
ICT Business Analysis	ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
Server Configuration and Tools	ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers ICTSAS518 Install and upgrade operating systems ICTSAS530 Use network tools
System Security	ICTNWK550 Design ICT system security controls
Develop Concepts	BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
Apply IP, Ethics and Privacy	ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
Team Leadership and Client Relations	BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
Object Oriented Programming II	ICTPRG549 Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills
Workplace Cyber Security	BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
Dynamic Web Development	ICTWEB513 Build dynamic websites ICTWEB514 Create dynamic web pages
Project Management	ICTPMG613 Manage ICT project planning ICTPMG617 Plan and direct complex ICT projects
Vocational/ Employment Outcome	IT Security Consultant, IT Security Specialist, Database Administrator, Database Coordinator/Analyst, ICT Business Analyst, Network Services Administrator, Network Support Coordinator, Network Operations Analyst, Web Designer, Web Developer, IT Project Administrator, Programmer

ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology

Subject	Unit Code and Title
Advanced Programming	ICTPRG547 Apply advanced programming skills in another language
Business Relationships	BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level
Cyber Security Assessments	ICTCYS601 Create cyber security standards for organisations ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments
Cloud Computing	ICTPRG614 Create cloud computing services ICTCLD601 Develop cloud computing strategies for businesses
ICT Strategic Business Plans	ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment ICTICT611 Develop ICT strategic business plans
Manage IP, Ethics and Privacy	ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
Creative Thinking	BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Vocational/ Employment Outcome	IT Security Consultant, IT Security Specialist, Web Developer Manager, IT Project Manager, Analyst Programmer, Business Development Manager, IT Infrastructure Solutions Manager, Cyber Security Analyst, ICT Risk and Security Specialist

Direct Entry:

*Direct Entry into the Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) is possible if students have the following:

ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology or other relevant tertiary qualifications; or
Work experience in a range of work environments providing a broader ICT support function and applying a wide range of higher-level technical skills in ICT areas such as networking, cyber security, database development, programming and web development.

Student will have to complete subjects Database Management and Cyber Security Requirements from Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40120). The duration is then 4 terms (36 college weeks).

**Direct Entry into the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (ICT60220) is possible if students have the following:

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology or other relevant tertiary qualifications; or
Work experience in a range of work environments in senior ICT roles providing high level ICT, process improvement and business skills and knowledge.

Student will have to complete subject Workplace Cyber Security, Dynamic Web Development and Project Management from Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220). The duration is then 3 terms
(27 college weeks).

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