Courses
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in various information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function.
Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team, or leading a deliverable with others, as well as analytically evaluating projects and provide IT solutions to real-world IT related problems.
They may apply their skills across various industries, business functions, and departments, or as business owners.
Course Structure and Fees
| Course Code and Title | ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology |
| Duration | upto 2 years |
| Delivery Mode |
Online Blended Delivery Face-to-Face |
| Tuition Fee | $5000 |
| Enrolment Fee | $300 |
| Material Fee | $300 |
Units
Front End Web Development
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Core/Elective |
| ICTICT517 | Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | Core |
| ICTICT532 | Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | Core |
| BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts | Core |
| ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems | Core |
| BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team | Core |
| BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Core |
| BSBWHS521 | Ensure a safe workplace for a work area | Elective |
| ICTPRG437 | Build a user interface | Elective |
| ICTICT530 | Design user experience solutions | Elective |
| ICTWEB520 | Develop complex cascading style sheets | Elective |
| ICTWEB519 | Develop complex web page layouts | Elective |
| ICTWEB441 | Produce basic client-side script | Elective |
| ICTWEB518 | Build a document using extensible markup language | Elective |
| ICTDBS416 | Create basic relational databases | Elective |
| ICTWEB514 | Create dynamic web pages | Elective |
| ICTDBS507 | Integrate databases with websites | Elective |
| ICTWEB513 | Build dynamic websites | Elective |
| ICTWEB433 | Confirm accessibility of websites | Elective |
| ICTSAS519 | Perform systems tests | Elective |
| ICTWEB523 | Manage transactions using site server tool | Elective |
Entry Requirements
The following entry requirements apply to ensure applicants are able to fully engage in the course and have the required learning capacity to meeting the course requirements. Learners must:
- Be aged 18 years or over.
- Successful completion of Senior Secondary certificate of education (Year 12) or equivalent qualification from student’s home country.
- Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or Newzealand Citizen or Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder.
- Able to commit to the course duration and time commitment.
- Prior to enrolment you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training review.
These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the enrolment form. These requirements will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Assessment Methods
This qualification is assessed using various assessment methods i.e.
- Presentation / Observation
- Roleplay
- Written report / Written Questions
- Project Work
- Practical Demonstration
Employment or Higher Education
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:
Web Designer
Developer
IT Programmer
Program Lead
Project Lead
Database Administrator
Business Analyst
Project Managers
Network Administrator
Educational Pathways
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology qualification has a strong common core ICT Diploma base and provides students with fundamental skills required in Information Technology industry in different areas like web design and multimedia, databases, software testing, etc.,
After successful completion of ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology, the preferred educational pathway could be an entry to ICT60220 Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or Bachelors in IT 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 Credit and RPL Process
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
The assessment methods include practical test, group works, personal portfolios, presentations, written assessment and case studies. Each subject has minimum of 2-3 assessments. If you have studied the same or equivalent unit as those taught at IITMA, you can apply for Credit Transfer for those units. Students apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) prior to commencement or immediately after commencement (within 1-month of commencement).
TO APPLY FOR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING YOU MUST
Students will be required to submit Academic and other relevant documents where necessary
Submit a full application to IITMA indicating that you want to apply for RPL
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 IITMA
As part of recognition assessment where students are unable to provide sufficient documents and evidence, RPL cannot be granted
A process of appeal is available in cases of disputes or decisions or refunds granted.
Student Obligations
– Be committed to their studies and maintain satisfactory academic progress
– Notify IITMA immediately of any changes in address and contact details
The IITMA may cancel or suspend your enrolment under the following circumstances:
– Serious misconduct including plagiarism
– Unsatisfactory academic progress
– Failure to pay tuition fees
STUDENT OBLIGATIONS (IITMA STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT ) DETAILS AVAILABLE ON IITMA STUDENT HANDBOOK.