This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of 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. They may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:
- Advanced networking: configuring and managing virtual computing environments, and security within ICT networks
- Advanced programming: applying intermediate and advanced programming skills, managing data and building
advanced user interfaces to manage organisational requirements - Back end web development: developing and maintaining website information architecture and data
- Business analysis: designing and implementing technical requirements, quality assurance processes and contingency plans for businesses
- Cloud architecture: developing, improving and designing cloud infrastructure, including disaster recovery plans
- Cloud engineering: building, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure and virtual networks
- Cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
- Database and data management: creating, designing and monitoring systems that store data and optimise
organisational knowledge management - Front end web development: designing dynamic and complex websites, user experience solutions and documents using extensible mark-up languages
- Applying artificial intelligence in game development
- Systems administration: reviewing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
- Systems analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions
- Telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations and legislative requirements across network projects.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Nil
Blended Learning Model: Classroom (face-to-face), self-study, simulated workplace activities and online learning.
English Language Requirements
Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall or equivalent*. For equivalency of various English Language proficiency testing, and
other forms of equivalency please refer to the Student Handbook on Study of Australian Technologies and
Healthcare Education.
OR
A minimum of two (2) years of study at an AQF Level 4 or higher completed in Australia
Academic Requirement
Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry into the qualification.
Age Requirement
Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.
Initial Skills Assessment
All students will undertake an initial skills assessment to determine suitability for the course, including language, literacy and numeracy (LLN), and any student needs. The review aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, the relevance of the course and relevant experience. Determination of course suitability and additional support (if any) will be made by a qualified assessor.
Technology requirements
Access to suitable laptop / desktop with the necessary software (eg Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat Reader, etc), internet
The course duration is 65 weeks (15 months) (including 52 weeks study period and 13 weeks term break)
To achieve this qualification, the following 20 units of competency must be successfully completed:
Unit Code / Name
Core Units (6)
ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
Elective Units (14)
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
All Group N (6 units)
ICTICT519 Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
ICTNWK423 Manage network and data integrity
ICTNWK541 Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services
ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
ICTTEN519 Design network building projects
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
All Group A (6 units)
ICTNWK529 Install and manage complex ICT networks
ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTNWK557 Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments
ICTNWK559 Install an enterprise virtual computing environment
Group G – Cyber Security Electives (2 units)
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
This choice of elective units set out at qualification outset can serve to provide the qualification with the following specialisations: – Telecommunications Network Engineering; and- Advanced Networking
For more information visit our website: TBA
Or you may contact us via email: admin@satheducation.com.au
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply a broad body of fundamental knowledge of information technologies in the areas of programming,
networking, web development, operating systems, databases, and ICT management; - Use the latest information technologies and solve real-world ICT-related problems;
- Demonstrate a range interpersonal and academic skills with a strong focus on development practice in an
independent or collaborative environment
Level 12, 269 Wickham Street Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
