Diploma of Infomation Technology (Networking)

Course Aims

This qualification develops skills and knowledge in the installation and
management of simple networks and provides for an individual to be
effective in network management either as an independent ICT
specialist or as part of a team.

Characteristics of Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and competencies at this level cover a broad range of
varied activities or applications in a wider variety of contexts most of
which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance are
involved when organising activities of self and others as well as
contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency
nature.
Skills at this level involve performance of a broad range applications
including to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new
criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and provision
of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and
planning of the skills.
Application of skills involves responsibility for, and limited organisation
of others.

Course Structure

Core Units
BSBPM505B Manage project quality
ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICAA5045C Produce network architecture design
ICAA5158B Translate busniess needs into technical
requirements
ICAI5098C Install and manage complex networks
ICAI5100C Build an internet infrastructure
ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users
PSPPM502B Manage complex projects
Elective Units
ICAA5044C Develop system infrastructure design plan
ICAA5144B Determine best-fit topology for a local network
ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements
ICAB5238B Build a highly secure firewall
ICAS5111B Review and manage delivery of maintenance
services
ICAI5176C Install and configure router
ICAS5123C Manage network security
ICAS5192B Configure an internet gateway
CUSGEN05A Make presentations
CUEMAR3A Undertake marketing activities

Teaching and Learning Strategies

• Hands-on practice
• Formal presentations
• Lectures
• Discussion groups
• Research assignments

Assessment Methods

Competence will be assessed by a range of methods aiming at
maximum flexibility and customization to address specific needs and
leaning situations
• Observation of ongoing activities
• Short formal and informal tests
• Presentation of Portfolios
• Role plays
• Observation of group discussion

Duration

Full-time 1 year

Prerequisites:

Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent AND;
Successful completion of Certifi cate IV of IT (Networking);
International students: English language skills at least equivalent to
IELTS 5.5 OR IELTS 5.0 with maximum 20 weeks ELICOS course OR
EAP or Advanced level at Ozford English Language Centre.

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