Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education.
Age Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age
Recommended English Level: IELTS 5.5 (If the level of English is insufficient, a suitable course can be arranged.)
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).
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.
Course Information
Our Information Technology courses have been developed according to the requirements of the Information and Communications Technology Training Package (ICT) and have been approved for delivery by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). They are nationally recognised qualifications within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Study Path
Training is delivered in stages which correspond to AQF Levels IV to VI. The preferred pathway for a qualification is for students to complete the requirements of the previous level qualification before progressing to the next level – thereby achieving more than one qualification. Applicants without the previous level qualification will be considered if they have relevant qualification and/or vocational experience. Please contact the College for more information. We aim to equip our graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to successfully satisfy the demands of the workplace.
Course Delivery & Assessment Methods
Delivery and assessment strategies are selected to reflect the nature of the elements and performance criteria of the competency together with the needs and learning style of the participants. Qualifications are delivered over 20 hours per week, 16 hours face-to-face and 4 hours online learning. Assessment methodology may include but is not limited to: observation, project/ report, case study, role play, exercises, activities; and written/oral tasks including multiple choice, questions and answer, essays, true/false and presentations.
CRICOS Code 105403H
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Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40115)
ICT Essentials
Implement WHS, environmental sustainability and anti-discrimination practices in an ICT workplace
Network Typologies
Determine best-fit topology for a local network
Determine best-fit topology for a wide area network
Systems Analysis
Model data objects
Model data processes
Object Oriented Programming I
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills
Database Development
Create basic databases
Create basic databases
Emerging Technology
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
Cyber Security
Address cyber security requirements
Wireless Network
Determine and confirm client business requirements
Build a small wireless local area network
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
Install hardware to a network
Server Management and Documentation
Install and manage a server
Create network documentation
Diploma of Information Technology
Server Configuration and Tools
Design, build and test a network server
Install and upgrade operating systems
Use network tools
Object Oriented Programming II
Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills
Workplace Safety
Ensure a safe workplace
Sustainability in Workplace
BSBSUS501
ICT Business Analysis
Gather data to identify business requirements
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise
Web Programming
ICTWEB411
Create dynamic web pages
System Security
Design ICT system security controls
Design Project
Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions
Develop technical requirements for business solutions
Implement change management processes
Manage the development of technical solutions from business specifications
Manage the use of appropriate development methodologies
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
ICT Sustainability
Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects
Cloud Computing
Evaluate vendor products and equipment
Create cloud computing services
Manage security, privacy and compliance of cloud service deployment
Manage ICT Communication
Interact with clients on a business level
Develop communities of practice
ICT Copyrights and Ethics
Manage copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment
Project Management
Plan and direct complex ICT projects
Manage ICT project quality
Manage ICT Team
Lead and manage team effectiveness
Develop contracts and manage contracted performance
Pathways to University
Academies Australasia Colleges have articulation and advanced standing arrangements with several universities and higher education providers
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to California State University
All Bachelor Degrees, Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Commerce (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year, Time to Complete the Degree: 2 years
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Accounting (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year, Time to Complete the Degree: 2 years
Bachelor of Business Studies (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Federation University Australia
Bachelor of Commerce (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 6 months
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Fontys University, Netherlands
Business related Bachelor's degrees (4 years) , Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months , Time to Complete the Degree: 2 years + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to James Cook University
Bachelor of Business, Time Saved: 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 2 years + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Business (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 3 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 9 months
Bachelor of Business Administration (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 3 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 9 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to University of Canberra
Bachelor of Accounting (3 years), Time Saved:1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 1 year + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Business: Time Saved: 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree: 2 years + 6 months
Academies Australasia Polytechnic pathway to Curtin University of Technology
Bachelor of Commerce (3 years), Time Saved: 1 year + 6 months, Time to Complete the Degree:1 year + 6 months
Vocational / Employment Outcome: IT Infrastructure Solutions Manager, Business Development Manager, Software Manager
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
