Overview
The ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have significant experience in specialist technical skills, or managerial business and people management skills.
Individuals in these roles carry out complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, leading a team or a strategic direction of a business. They apply their skills across a wide range of industries and business functions, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).
More information is available via the My Skills website.
Entry Requirements:
The entry requirements of this course:
- Be 18 years of age or over
- Have satisfactorily completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
- Have English proficiency level IELTS 5.5 [or equivalent as approved by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), or complete and pass HIA English Test
Possible Job Roles
Job roles and titles may vary across the industry however possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- IT Business analysis
- Cyber security specialist
- IT Network Engineer
Course Duration and Mode of Delivery
The course is structured to be delivered over 104 weeks comprising of 72 weeks of delivery and 32 weeks of holidays.
The mode of delivery is 20 hours per week on a blended delivery of 14 hours face to face in the classroom plus 6 hours online study.
Course Structure
Total number of units of competency (subjects) required to receive this qualification is 16, comprising of 6 core and 10 elective units.
Assessment Method
Assessment is competency based. Students are required to complete written and practical tasks, which reflect the requirements of the units of competency and current workplace practices. Assessment is continuous throughout the duration of the course.
Students are provided with a Student Assessment Booklet at the commencement of each unit of competency and the Booklet sets out the range and types of assessments that will be sued for this unit.
Pathways to Further Study / Career Opportunities:
Once students have completed the ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology, they will be able to seek employment or continue their studies into higher education.
Information will also be provided to students on further training options available to them to further enhance their skill set, such as a Bachelors program in the same field.