Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security) (ICA60208)

Course Description

This course is designed for students who wish to develop skills and knowledge to build and manage secure network systems in a business environment. Emphasis is placed on practical skills using a hand-on work approach. Areas of study include network security, internet networking, virtual networking, SQL database management, Linux, Microsoft and Novell operating systems. Students must also have the opportunity to study the IT essentials and CISCO, CCNA, CCNP programs. This course distinguishes itself from similar IT courses due to its emphasis on security and virtual design networking which are emerging technologies in the network design and administration fields.

Qualification

On successful completion of this course the student would obtain Advanced Diploma in Information Technology (Networking) ICA60208. After completion of this course, students may opt to start a career in areas of network security or choose pursue specialized and higher qualifications in the field of IT.

Mode & Method of Delivery

The method of delivery includes classroom based theory and practical training sessions. A simulated workplace environment is created through individual and group activities and practical tasks in both delivery and assessment where students will be facilitated to develop skills and knowledge to fulfill the requirements for each competency unit and its elements.

Entry Requirements

IELTS average score of 6.0 or higher
Students must be of a minimum age of 18 years or older
International students – overseas equivalent of High School Certificate
Local Students – Australian High School Certificate (HSC) qualification or Certificate II in IT or higher level of qualification
Diploma in Information Technology (Networking) ICA50405

Pre-requisite

Foundation Units of Competence is a must prior to undertaking this course. Students who have not completed these units can undertake separate classes for these units and achieve required competency prior to commencing this course.

BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures

ICAD2012B Design organizational documents using computing packages

ICAU1128B Operate a Personal Computer

ICAU2005B Operate Computer Hardware

ICAU2006B Operate computing packages

ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages

ICAU2231B Use computer operating system

ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment

ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace

Assessments

Assessments cover a broad range of skills and knowledge needed to demonstrate competency and will integrate knowledge and skills with their practical application. All Assessments of units of competence will be conducted according to the Assessment guidelines and competency standards of the official Training Package for this qualification.

Assessments vary from unit to unit but generally consist of written tasks, projects, practical demonstrations, major projects that involve research and examinations.

Course Length & Fee

This course can be completed in 26 weeks (including holidays)

Tuition Fee: $5,500

Overseas student Health cover/year

Single $374

Family $748

Admission $250

Resources $1200 (including laptop and course material)

Skill Recognition/Credit Transfers

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) by providing evidence that they have the required skills and knowledge in the specific areas of competency through work /industry experience and/or completed eligible assessments in equivalent or higher qualification.

Appropriate credit transfer may be granted to eligible students against each unit of competency on evidence to successful completion of the same unit in an equivalent or higher nationally endorsed qualification.

Students with credit transfers will finish the course in a shorter duration and are advised to consult appropriate authorities/bodies for applicable criteria if they are planning further study or stay in Australia.

Education Pathways

Successful completion of this course will qualify students to undertake Bachelor of Business - Information Systems or Computer Systems Support.

Career Opportunities

This qualification may pave the way for students enter careers such as Database Security Expert, E-Risk Manager, E-Security Specialist, ICT Network Specialist, IT Security Analyst/Engineer, Network Security Analyst, Senior Network Administrator, Systems Security Analyst, etc.

Units of Competence

In order to attain this qualification students are required to complete 27 units –8 core units and 9 elective units plus 10 Advanced Diploma pre-requisite units.

Students may apply for exemption for any unit in which they can successfully demonstrate competency. Please refer details under Skill Recognition/Credit Transfers.

Pre-requisite units

ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols

ICAD4217B Create technical documentation

ICAI4097C Install and configure a network

ICAA4041B Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs

ICAS5192B Configure an internet gateway

ICAS4191B Maintain website performance

ICAB4137B Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages

ICAB4135B Create a simple mark-up language document to specification

CUFMEM07A Apply principles of visual design and communication to the development of a multimedia product

ICAA4142C Design a website to meet technical requirements

Core units