Overview
This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to administer and manage information and communication technology (ICT) support in a small to medium enterprise (SME) using a wide range of IT technologies.
The course is designed to strengthen and build on your current experiences enabling you to compete complex IT tasks and further develop skills to lead and manage IT projects in Programming and Networking.
The Networking stream will build your skills and knowledge to design, configure, build, and maintain networks, implement, and manage virtual computing environments while understanding and addressing the necessary security infrastructure requirements and risks.
The Programming stream provides you with intermediate and advanced programming skills to design and construct advanced user interfaces addressing organisational requirements, including developing and maintaining website information architecture, and data analysis.
This course may be available through Fee-Free TAFE.
Learn more about Fee-Free TAFE
Qualification: |
Diploma of Information Technology ICT50220 |
Next Intake: |
Semester 1 2025
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Course No: |
DP-BD65 |
Campus: |
91视频 Reid*
*From Semester 2 2025, the location of this course will transition from 91视频 Reid to the new 91视频 Woden campus. 91视频 will provide support for students who will be making the move to Woden. Learn more.
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Duration: |
This course is delivered full time over two (2) semesters (approx. 20 hours per week) full-time or part-time equivalent.
It is expected that you will spend approximately the same number of hours in private study to practise skills and apply new knowledge.
Available class times will vary providing flexibility of attendance, including morning afternoon and some evening classes.
Delivery mode will include face to face class delivery and virtual. There will be limited online units available. There are workshops/tutorials available to support the virtual and online learning modes. |
Cost Info: |
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance
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Indicative Cost: |
Standard $5,423
Apprentice/trainee
- Subsidised fee $1,965
- Full fee $11,359 |
Likely Job Outcome: |
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to enable employment opportunities and will reflect the roles of individuals competent in a range of ICT roles that may include:
- ICT Technician
- Project Manager in IT
- Web Developer
- Network or Software Engineer
- Database Developer |
Application Type: |
Fee Free TAFE; Portfolio - Standard |
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Course information sessions
Scheduled sessions
Fee Free TAFE applications
Location:
Room D232, 91视频 Reid
Sessions:
- Thursday, 23 January 2025 5:15 PM
Unscheduled sessions
Portfolio Standard applications
Contact 91视频 Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au or call (02) 6207 3188 for course information or help enrolling.
Additional Information
Upon enrolment into the course, you may be required to make additional purchases of hardware items to use during the dedicated class sessions.
Computer equipment is supplied on-campus and in-class. However, if providing your own device, it is recommended a device with camera accessibility for completing virtual studies with a minimum 16Gb RAM, at least 1TB storage, and i5 dual core processor.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. It is recommended that you have evidence to demonstrate the following:
1. Completed the Certificate IV in Information Technology or other relevant qualification, or:
2. If you have not completed the required qualifications, you have demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments, specifically using IT networking technologies. This experience must be relevant to the qualification and examples of the following will be requested prior to enrolling:
Programming stream:
- Creating OOP classes using inheritance.
- Manipulating databases using SQL; applying basic programming skills to create applications; creating markup language documents (HTML) and cascading style sheets (CSS).
- Analysing system requirements and document using UML diagrams such as user case diagram and use cases.
- Using a programming language (e.g., Java, C++ and PL/SQL) to create iterative constructs and conditional statements.
Networking stream:
- Working with the intermediate functions of the current version of Windows Server such as DHCP, DNS, NPS, VPN and IPsec.
- The ability to pass CCNA Routing and Switching - Introduction to Networks (TCP/IP model, OSI model, basic router configuration and IP addressing including VLSM)
Skills Recognition
To study any course at 91视频 (excluding non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at 91视频 are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. 91视频 will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, 91视频 may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. 91视频 will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via 91视频 Self Service or by contacting 91视频 Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 20 subjects
Core: Complete 6
- BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
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91视频 Code: | BUSN293
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Cost: | Standard $110.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to originate and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to an operational level.The unit applies to individuals who develop concepts for any business or community activity or process. This may include marketing and advertising campaigns, staff development programs, information technology and communication systems, radio and television programs and entertainment events. These individuals operate with a high degree of autonomy and also collaborate with others to generate ideas and refine concepts for implementation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
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91视频 Code: | BUSN297
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Cost: | Standard $80.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote cyber security in a work area. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries who as part of their job role support policies, procedures and practice within an organisation that promote cyber security. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
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91视频 Code: | INFT1180
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Cost: | Standard $200.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain professional and ethical conduct, as well as to ensure that personal information of stakeholders is handled in a confidential and professional manner when dealing with stakeholders in an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment.It applies to ICT personnel who are required to gather information to determine the organisation's code of ethics and protect and maintain privacy policies and system security.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
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91视频 Code: | INFT1027
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Cost: | Standard $140.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to ensure information and communications technology (ICT) products and systems match the strategic direction of the organisation.It applies to individuals whose responsibilities may include improving, evaluating, acquiring, maintaining and supporting ICT for organisations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
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91视频 Code: | MGNT797
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Cost: | Standard $90.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively lead and facilitate a team in a workplace within any industry.
This unit has a specific focus on the teamwork skills required for team leader or supervisor level (depending on organisational structure) workers with responsibility for others or teams. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
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91视频 Code: | INFT1330
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Cost: | Standard $65.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to liaise and support clients to manage and resolve problems in an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment.It applies to individuals who apply high level technical and specialised knowledge in assisting clients to support, manage and resolve problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
Electives: Complete 14
- ICTPRG532 Apply advanced object-oriented language skills
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91视频 Code: | INFT1033
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Cost: | Standard $435.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake advanced programming tasks using object-oriented programming languages in the development of large-sized applications.It applies to individuals who are programmers producing complex object-oriented programming in the development of large-sized applications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
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91视频 Code: | INFT1379
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Cost: | Standard $100.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test servers in complex network environments. It applies to individuals who are employed in network or systems engineering roles or similar and are required to design and build network servers in a complex computing environment of medium-to-large organisations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK542 Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers
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91视频 Code: | INFT1215
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Cost: | Standard $340.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers. It applies to individuals working as network technicians and network administrators or in other network support roles. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK562 Configure internet gateways
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91视频 Code: | INFT1390
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Cost: | Standard $110.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and confirm the functionality of internet gateways, including meeting required internet service provider (ISP) security requirements. The unit applies to individuals who may be network engineers, technical specialists and security analysts who are independently responsible for analysing and managing business security using a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) skills and knowledge. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK546 Manage network security
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91视频 Code: | INFT1381
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Cost: | Standard $240.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and manage security functions throughout a network. It applies to individuals with Information and Communications Technology (ICT) expertise and lead the development of strategic reviews of security and provide technical advice, guidance and leadership in resolution of specified problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK529 Install and manage complex ICT networks
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91视频 Code: | INFT751
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Cost: | Standard $290.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and manage enterprise-wide information and communications technology (ICT) networks.
It applies to individuals with excellent ICT skills who are working as senior networking staff responsible for the sustainability of an organisation by using virtualisation technologies in complex computing environments of medium- to-large companies to provide network services and resources.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAD501 Model data objects
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91视频 Code: | INFT441
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Cost: | Standard $190.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand business operations, identify entities and data, diagrammatically represent their relationships, and prepare a data model.
It applies individuals who have a broad range of analytical, technical and communication skills and who work within broad but established parameters.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAD502 Model data processes
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91视频 Code: | INFT442
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Cost: | Standard $185.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather process data and business information in order to model data processes within an organisation.
It applies to individuals who can apply a broad range of technical knowledge and skills within the context of a complex project.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTDBS507 Integrate databases with websites
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91视频 Code: | INFT1087
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Cost: | Standard $65.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to integrate a database with a website.It applies to those employed as web software and database developers and responsible for creating data-driven web applications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTWEB520 Develop complex cascading style sheets
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91视频 Code: | INFT1364
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Cost: | Standard $290.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop complex cascading style sheets (CSS) that are attached to a markup language document. It applies to individuals working as web designers and developers, who are involved in the layout and appearance of web pages have a highly developed understanding of design principles and software languages and can apply protocols and standards proficiently. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTWEB513 Build dynamic websites
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91视频 Code: | INFT1359
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Cost: | Standard $155.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse and design websites to meet technical requirements.It applies to individuals working as web developers, who are responsible for the analysis, design, implementation and testing of websites.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTWEB517 Create web-based programs
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91视频 Code: | INFT1361
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Cost: | Standard $155.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop web applications.It applies to individuals who work as web developers and have highly developed technical skills to take responsibility for implementing code required to create web applications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAS502 Establish and maintain client user liaison
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91视频 Code: | INFT472
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Cost: | Standard $140.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and maintain client user liaison in an information and communications technology (ICT) environment, post support implementation. This occurs after the business critical functions have been determined.
It applies to individuals who are responsible for system and business analysis and administration, and liaising with clients to ensure that their requirements are fully met.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
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91视频 Code: | INFT1293
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Cost: | Standard $100.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop technical and related requirements that will enable business solutions to be implemented in an organisation.It applies to individuals responsible for performing complex technical analysis to complete a range of tasks and provide solutions to complex problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTDAT501 Gather, analyse and verify data from different source inputs
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91视频 Code: | INFT1406
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Cost: | Standard $485.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather, analyse, test and verify data from different source inputs.
It applies to those who work in data analytics roles in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment and are responsible for identifying data from a range of source inputs, analysing and investigating abnormalities and reporting against an organisations requirements.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
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91视频 Code: | INFT1329
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Cost: | Standard $123.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse the impact of the system on the organisation and carry out risk analysis, disaster recovery and contingency planning. It applies to individuals who apply a wide range of higher-level technical skills and systematic problem-solving approaches in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) related areas. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
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91视频 Code: | INFT1407
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Cost: | Standard $190.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather data from various sources, analyse, and interpret information for threats, inconsistencies and discrepancies.
It applies to individuals who work in information technology security, including network and security specialists, and gather logs from devices, check abnormalities and respond accordingly. These individuals are responsible for supporting and preventing cyber threats attacking data in all business functions and in any industry context.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
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91视频 Code: | INFT1327
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Cost: | Standard $190.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement an incident response plan. The results of the incident response plan must be evaluated if they affect the mission of the organisation.It applies to individuals who apply high-level technical skills and specialised knowledge to provide broad systems administration and support functions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
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91视频 Code: | INFT1030
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Cost: | Standard $328.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the deployment and administration of enterprise communication solutions. It includes email and remote access email, web portal or content management solution, and enterprise collaboration tools. It applies to individuals working as information and communications technology (ICT) professionals who configure and deploy software to supply email, collaboration and messaging services to meet the needs of enterprise users.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
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91视频 Code: | INFT1408
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Cost: | Standard $280.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse an organisation鈥檚 critical cyber operations and develop and implement a critical protections strategy that addresses the needs of the organisation.
It applies to those who work as senior network and server administrators, cyber security analysts, security engineers, network engineers other cyber security related roles and are responsible for cyber security activities, including researching, developing and implementing protection strategies.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
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91视频 Code: | INFT1409
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Cost: | Standard $280.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design security architecture to organisation requirements, utilising specific design methodologies.
It applies to those who work in roles as senior network systems and server administrators,cyber security engineers, DevOps engineers and cyber security solutions architects and are responsible for designing security solutions.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
Electives: May complete maximum of 4
- BSBXBD406 Present big data insights
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91视频 Code: | BUSN604
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Cost: | Standard $485.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to present insights relating to transactional and non-transactional big data in a format that is appropriate and accessible to the work area requesting it.
It applies to those who use big data analysis and presentation techniques in their day-to-day work in a broad range of industries and job roles.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTNWK429 Install hardware to networks
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91视频 Code: | INFT1204
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Cost: | Standard $90.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and install new hardware components in a network.It applies to individuals involved in technical Information and Communications Technology (ICT) support roles, including network administrators who support network hardware in a peer-to-peer or client-server networked environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTTEN417 Install, configure and test a router
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91视频 Code: | INFT849
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Cost: | Standard $95.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake router installation and configuration, as part of an upgrade in an existing network or the implementation of a new network.
It applies to individuals who carry out installation, maintenance and upgrade of information and communication technologies (ICT) networks. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- ICTTEN419 Implement and troubleshoot enterprise routers and switches
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91视频 Code: | INFT851
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Cost: | Standard $190.00
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Description: | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine customer needs, use information communication technologies (ICT) to meet network requirements, rectify equipment errors and create appropriate workplace documentation.
It applies to individuals working as installers of internet protocol (IP) networks, enterprise network technicians, network administrators and other network support personnel. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
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More Information
For more information about this course please contact 91视频 Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au