Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)
Course Code ICA50405
Duration 1,040 hours (nominal)
, 12 Months Full time
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This course has been designed for students who wish to further develop skills in the areas of Programming, Network Infrastructure Design and Implementation, Network Connectivity, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Information Technology Management, Training, Project Management and other support areas of the Information Technology Industry. Subject areas include programming, network infrastructure, design and implementation; network connectivity, security and troubleshooting; information technology management; project management and training and other support areas.
Entry Requirements
Prospective students must have completed Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking). Students who have not completed the Certificate IV will have their eligibility assessed during an interview.
Pathways
Successful completion of this course will allow students to gain credits into university for further study.
Career Information
The program aims to develop the knowledge and skills suitable for employment in the area of Network Management, Administration, Design and Implementation.
Assessment
Participants are assessed via completion of required tasks and a demonstration of skills, eg. Written and verbal assignments, practical work, classroom participation, projects and/or written tests.
Study mode
This course can be completed on campus.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is the process of gaining formal recognition for skills and knowledge that have been obtained through work history, previous study and life experience. Skills Recognition is an assessment-only process - there is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process. Skills Recognition is made up of one or more of the following processes including credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
To find out more about Skills Recognition call 1300 GOTAFE (1300 468 233)
Fees
The standard hourly fee for this course in a Government subsidised place is $2.92.
A funded student can expect to pay no more than
$3,036.80 in tuition fees to complete this course.
Additional fees for student services, amenities, goods and materials may apply.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Please contact GOTAFE or see our fees and charges page for further information.
This course is not presently scheduled.
Should you wish to express interest in this course please enquire as below.
To enquire about this course call 1300GOTAFE or click here.
Units of Study
| Unit of Study - ICA50405 Dip of Info Tech - RPL | ||
| ICAB4222B | Apply introductory programming skills in another language | |
| ICAB5237B | Build a highly secure firewall | |
| ICAI5100C | Build an internet infrastructure | |
| ICAB5160C | Build and configure a server | |
| ICAA5140C | Design a server | |
| ICAA5144B | Determine best fit topology for a local network | |
| ICAA5044C | Develop system infrastructure design plan | |
| ICAS5202B | Ensure privacy for users | |
| ICAS5102B | Establish and maintain client user liaison | |
| ICAA5145B | Identify best fit topology for a wide area network | |
| ICAI5196B | Implement secure encryption technologies | |
| ICAI5098C | Install and manage complex networks | |
| PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects | |
| ICAS5123C | Manage network security | |
| BSBPM505A | Manage project quality | |
| ICAA5056B | Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans | |
| ICAA5045C | Produce network architecture design | |
| ICAA5158B | Translate business needs into technical requirements | |
| Unit of Study - ICA50405 Dip of Info Tech (Networking) - 1 | ||
| ICAB4222B | Apply introductory programming skills in another language | |
| Unit of Study - ICA50405 Dip of Info Tech (Networking) - 2 | ||
| ICAA5140C | Design a server | |
| ICAA5144B | Determine best fit topology for a local network | |
| ICAA5044C | Develop system infrastructure design plan | |
| ICAS5202B | Ensure privacy for users | |
| ICAS5102B | Establish and maintain client user liaison | |
| ICAA5145B | Identify best fit topology for a wide area network | |
| PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects | |
| BSBPM505A | Manage project quality | |
| ICAA5056B | Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans | |
| ICAA5045C | Produce network architecture design | |
| ICAA5158B | Translate business needs into technical requirements | |
| Unit of Study - ICA50405 Dip of Info Tech (Networking) - 3 | ||
| ICAB5237B | Build a highly secure firewall | |
| ICAI5100C | Build an internet infrastructure | |
| ICAB5160C | Build and configure a server | |
| ICAI5196B | Implement secure encryption technologies | |
| ICAI5098C | Install and manage complex networks | |
| ICAS5123C | Manage network security | |
It may be necessary to cancel or postpone courses due to insufficient enrolments or funding changes.

