ICT50120 – Diploma of Information Technology is a practical, hands-on qualification aimed at equipping the students with the skills and knowledge required in various information technology jobs. The course covers many essential skills and knowledge areas required in many IT jobs like Programming, Software Development, Database Design, Object Oriented Design, and Cybersecurity.
The course covers up-to-date practices, current technologies, and popular programming languages/scripts such as Python, PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3. Students will develop high-level technical skills, knowledge, and engage in the development of functional desktop, web, cloud, or mobile applications in this course.
To complete ICT50120 – Diploma of Information Technology, a total of 20 units must be completed.
Unit Codes and Unit Titles |
Ethics in an ICT Environment: |
1. ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments |
2. ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments |
ICT Support and Customer Service: |
3. ICTSAS527 Manage client problems |
Operating Systems: |
4. ICTSAS445 Configure and troubleshoot operating system software |
5. ICTSAS518 Install and upgrade operating systems |
6. ICTNWK427 Configure desktop environments |
Object Oriented Design: |
7. ICTPRG441 Apply skills in object-oriented design |
Object Oriented Programming: |
8. ICTPRG549 Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills |
15. ICTPRG437 Build a user interface |
Fundamentals of Database: |
9. ICTSAD501 – Model data objects |
ICT Strategy and Leadership: |
10. BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team |
11. ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation |
12. BSBCRT501 Originate and develop concepts |
Cyber Security: |
13. ICTNWK546 Manage network security |
14. BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices |
Advanced Object Oriented Design and Programming: |
17. ICTPRG547 Apply advanced programming skills in another language |
16. ICTPRG535 Build advanced user interfaces |
18. ICTPRG548 Develop high-level object-oriented class specifications |
19. ICTPRG554 Manage data persistence using noSQL data stores |
20. ICTPRG556 Implement and use a model view controller framework |
Notes: Course structure, units and content are subjected to change during the delivery period due to a change in legislative requirements or due to NIT’s course review process.
The training and assessment of the units in this course are delivered holistically that span over multiple study periods and for many units over the length of the full course. You will achieve competencies in each unit only when you have demonstrated satisfactory knowledge and skills in all the required assessment criteria linked to that unit.
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Programmer
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Software Designer
- IT Officer
- We help you prepare for getting a job in the industry via our Help You Prepare for Employment (HYPE) Program
- You may be eligible for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning
- You get one full year Australian Computer Society (ACS) student membership
- This qualification is part of Nationally Recognised Training
- You will also have access to various software (including Microsoft Office 365) and learning materials via NIT Australia’s Cisco Academy, IBM Academic Partner, VMware Academy, Microsoft Imagine Academy and CompTIA academy.
- You may have an opportunity to gain work experience via our Industry Internships Program
Pathway to Further Studies
Graduates with ICT50120 - Diploma of Information Technology qualification may also be able to undertake a range of other advanced diploma qualification or an undergraduate degree at tertiary education providers.
Higher Education Pathways and Articulations
NIT students graduating with ICT50120 - Diploma of Information Technology from NIT will be able to enter straight into the following Bachelor’s degree programs:
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Up to 120 credits points toward
- U67 Bachelor of Information Technology (CRICOS Code: 052093D)
- Y89 Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security (CRICOS Code: 077146A)
- U65 Bachelor of Computer Science (CRICOS Code: 052112F)
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Up to 8 units (equivalent to 1.0 year) credit towards
- Bachelor of Information Technology (CRICOS code: 086031D)
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To take these further pathways, students must meet the entry requirements of the program specified by an education provider. International students will also require a valid student visa to enrol in any further qualifications.
Learning and Assessment Methods
This course involves a number of learning and assessment methods. Typically, the learning methods may include Presentations and discussions, Demonstrations, Individual and group activities, Skills practice, Role plays, Case studies, Simulated scenarios and Research activities.
Assessment methods generally include Practical Observation of Tasks, Written or Oral Questioning, Case Studies, Role Plays, Reports, Research Projects, Presentations, etc.
Credit Transfer/ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Credit Transfer: You may be eligible for Credit Transfer if you are able to demonstrate that you have achieved competency in the same or equivalent unit/s in a Nationally Recognised Training from any Registered Training Organisation.
RPL: If you think that you have already gained the skills and experience for a unit or entire qualification, you can apply for RPL to get recognised as competent for parts or a whole nationally recognised qualification. Not everyone will get credited for their skills and knowledge. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate a reasonable amount of experience in the area their course covers. Contact us to know more about our RPL process.
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