ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology

CRICOS Code: 115513H

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This qualification 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).

The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:

  • Advanced data management information: creating, designing, and monitoring complex systems that store data, and optimising organisational knowledge management.
  • Cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans.
  • Full stack web development: building advanced user interfaces, developing representational state transfer application program interfaces (REST APIs), and designing user experience solutions.
  • Further programming: applying advanced ICT languages to maintain security and manage data.
  • IT strategy and organisational development: managing and communicating strategic ICT business solutions.
  • Systems development and 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.

The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/ICT60220.

WHO SHOULD APPLY FOR THIS COURSE AND WHY?

International students who are:

EXPLORE THIS COURSE

Location of Course:
  • Classroom: Suite 203/118 Church Street Parramatta NSW 2150
  • Commercial training kitchen: Kitchen United, Suite 203A/118 Church Street Parramatta NSW 2150
Delivery Mode:

This course is delivered using the following delivery modes:

  • Face-to-face mode in the classroom and the commercial training kitchen
  • Structured distance learning mode which will be conducted using technology-based tools (zoom) to facilitate communication
  • Mandatory work placement in an approved work placement venue
Duration
  • This course will be delivered over 104 weeks, including 80 weeks of training and assessment spread over 8 terms of 10 weeks each and 24 weeks of holidays

LMSC has the following course entry requirements:

International students must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old).
  • Completed Australian Year 12 or its overseas equivalent or an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate IV or higher

*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that LMSC can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.

In addition, all students who are undertaking this qualification must have the following resources while in class:

  • A laptop or computer that is installed with Microsoft Office or similar.
What can I expect?

The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.

S. NoUnit CodeUnit NameCore/ Elective
1BSBCRT512Originate and develop conceptsC
2BSBXCS402Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practicesC
3BSBXTW401Lead and facilitate a teamC
4ICTICT517Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisationC
5ICTICT532Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environmentsC
6ICTSAS527Manage client problemsC
7ICTICT523Gather data to identify business requirementsE Group O
8ICTPRG535Build advanced user interfacesE Group B
9ICTWEB513Build dynamic websitesE Group I
10ICTWEB514Create dynamic web pagesE Group I
11ICTDBS505Monitor and improve knowledge management systemsE Group H
12ICTCYS407Gather, analyse and interpret threat dataE Group G
13ICTCYS610Protect critical infrastructure for organisationsE Group G
14ICTCYS613Utilise design methodologies for security architectureE Group G
15ICTSAS524Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response planE Group G
16ICTSAS526Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plansE Group G
17BSBPMG532Manage project qualityE Group O
18BSBPMG539Manage project governanceE Group O
19ICTCYS606Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with cyber security standards and lawE Other
20ICTCYS608Perform cyber security risk assessmentsE Other

You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or similar program) to all classes. These costs are not included in your course fees. Specifications for laptops and associated costs are included below.

PCMinimum Requirements
ProcessorIntel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support*; 2 GHz or faster processor
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 10 with Service pack 1 (64-bit), Windows 10 (Version 1709 or later)
RAM4 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended)
Hard Disk Space3.1 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation.
Monitor Resolution1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended.
Graphics Processor Acceleration RequirementsOpenGL 2.0-capable system
InternetInternet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.
MacOSMinimum Requirements
ProcessorMulticore Intel processor with 64-bit support
Operating SystemmacOS version 10.12 (Sierra), macOS version 10.13 (High Sierra), or macOS version 10.14 (Mojave)
RAM2 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended)
Hard Disk Space4 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation.
Monitor Resolution1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended
Graphics Processor Acceleration RequirementsOpenGL 2.0-capable system
InternetInternet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.
Name of SoftwareAssociated CostsDetails
Office 365$129 annuallyMore Info
Laptop Details$450 (approximate only)Any laptop that meets the specifications above
Various
How much does it cost?

The costs for this course are as follows:

ItemCost
Enrolment fee$200 (non-refundable to be paid on application)
Course feesTotal cost is AUD $28,000
Material fees$1,000 (refundable if you decide to cancel your course prior to commencement)
Non-tuition feesMay apply and can be found in our International Student Handbook on our website.

*Course fees do not include laptops or software – see information above.

A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You must pay all of your course fees and on time. Non-payment of fees may result in cancellation of enrolment.

You are also required to take out Overseas Health Insurance Cover before arriving in Australia. LMSC provides details of OSHC providers in the International Student Handbook. You can approach any of these providers to find out costs and organise your cover.

Additional costs associated with living in Australia are outlined in the International Student Handbook. You should carefully review these costs in relation to budgeting. Further information can be found at Study Australia.

Course Credit

You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at www.lmsc.edu.au.

If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.

For any questions about course credit, contact us at the details shown below.

How can I apply?

To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including copies of your:

  • Copy of your passport
  • Academic certificate/s
  • Proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements.
Where to from here?

If your application is successful, we’ll send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.

Once we receive this, we will issue you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter and an invoice for the first payment.

The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.

This course outline should be read in conjunction with LMSC International Student Handbook.

Training and assessment Information

Students are required to attend 14 hours of training and assessment per week plus 6 hours of distance learning per week.

Additional self-directed study is expected to be approximately 5 hours a week. Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, case studies, observations, and short answer questions.

Course progress and attendance

Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important in order to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.

Student Support

You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy. We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may provide you support based on those needs.

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