Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Course Overview
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function.
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 networking: configuring and managing virtual computing environments, and security within ICT networks
- Advanced programming: applying intermediate and advanced programming skills, managing data and building advanced user interfaces to manage organisational requirements
- Back end web development: developing and maintaining website information architecture and data
- Business analysis: designing and implementing technical requirements, quality assurance processes and contingency plans for businesses
- Cloud architecture: developing, improving and designing cloud infrastructure, including disaster recovery plans
- Cloud engineering: building, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure and virtual networks
- Cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
- Database and data management: creating, designing and monitoring systems that store data and optimise organisational knowledge management
- Front end web development: designing dynamic and complex websites, user experience solutions and documents using extensible mark-up languages
- Game art and design: creating complex 2D and 3D modelling and animation software through scripts and storyboards
- Game programming: creating complex 2D and 3D interactive games and media, building graphical user interfaces and applying artificial intelligence in game development
- Systems administration: reviewing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
- Systems 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
Course Entry Requirements
- There are no pre-requisites for any of the units of competency contained within it. This course is available to all international students and Nortwest Pty Ltd. requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Britts College Pty Ltd. is able to provide.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 10 or equivalent.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- All the students commencing this course are required to complete an LLN Test on the orientation day to assist Britts College Pty Ltd. to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Britts College Pty Ltd.
Course Pathways
The study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber security).
- Or any other specialisation within ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology.
- Higher education degree in Cyber Security provided learner meet the entry requirements of the proposed qualification at other higher education provider.
Course Structure
A total of 20 Units (6 Core and 14 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security). Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 20 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
Code | Title | Core/Elective |
---|---|---|
BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts | Core |
BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team | Core |
BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Core |
ICTICT517 | Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | Core |
ICTICT532 | Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | Core |
ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems | Core |
ICTICT523 | Gather data to identify business requirements | Elective |
BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality | Elective |
BSBPMG536 | Manage project risk | Elective |
ICTPMG505 | Manage ICT projects | Elective |
ICTSAD508 | Develop technical requirements for business solutions | Elective |
ICTICT526 | Verify client business requirements | Elective |
ICTSAD509 | Produce ICT feasibility reports | Elective |
ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | Elective |
ICTCYS407 | Gather, analyse and interpret threat data | Elective |
ICTCYS610 | Protect critical infrastructure for organisations | Elective |
ICTCYS613 | Utilise design methodologies for security architecture | Elective |
ICTSAS524 | Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan | Elective |
ICTSAS526 | Review and update disaster recovery and contingency | Elective |
ICTWEB514 | Create dynamic web pages | Elective |
Note: Course structure, units and content are subject to change during the delivery period due to a change in legislative requirements or due to Britts College course review process.
More Information
This course involves a number of learning and assessment methods. Typically, the learning methods may include presentations and discussions, demonstrations, individual and group activities, skills practice, role plays, case studies, simulated scenarios, and research activities.
Assessment methods generally include practical observation of tasks, written or oral questioning, case studies, role plays, reports, research projects, presentations, etc.
You may be eligible for Credit Transfer if you are able to demonstrate that you have achieved competency in the same or equivalent unit/s in a Nationally Recognised Training from any Registered Training Organisation.
If you think that you have already gained the skills and experience for a unit or entire qualification, you can apply for RPL to get recognised as competent for parts or a whole nationally recognised qualification. Not everyone will get credited for their skills and knowledge.
Successful applicants will need to demonstrate a reasonable amount of experience in the area their course covers. Contact us to know more about our RPL process.