Diploma of Information Technology
Intake Dates | Feb, Apr, Jul, Oct |
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Duration | 52 weeks |
Tuition Fee | AU$15,250 |
Campus | Melbourne CBD and Hobart CBD |
Course Overview
RGIT Australia’s Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) 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 and may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/ contractor).
Course Descriptions
The Diploma of Information Technology provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in high-level networking and Systems Administration. Areas of study include networking, system administration, system analysis, design and project management.
Career Opportunities
Job titles applicable to this area include:
- Network Administrator
- IT Administrator
- IT Operations Administrator
- Network Services Administrator
- Network Support Coordinator
- Network Operations Analyst
- Network Security Coordinator
- Network E-Business Coordinator
Course Structure Students will need to complete 5 core units and 11 elective units of competency to attain the qualification.
Core Units
ICTICT418 – Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment
ICTICT517 – Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
ICTNWK529 – Install and manage complex ICT networks
ICTSUS501 – Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
ICTTEN611 – Produce an ICT network architecture design
Elective Units*
ICTNWK503 – Install and maintain valid authentication processes
ICTNWK506 – Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network
ICTNWK507 – Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers
ICTNWK508 – Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches
ICTICT509 – Gather data to identify business requirements
ICTNWK505 – Design, build and test a network server
ICTTEN514 – Install, configure and test a server
ICTNWK513 – Manage system security
ICTNWK525 – Configure an enterprise virtual computing environment
ICTNWK535 – Install an enterprise virtual computing environment
ICTNWK527 – Manage an enterprise virtual computing environment
*Elective units for this qualification are current at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Age Requirements
All international students must be at least 18 years of age or above at the time of the course commencement to study at RGIT Australia.
English Language Requirements
International students, applying either off-shore or on-shore will require:
i) Either a minimum IELTS (General) test score of 5.5 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course, or IELTS score of 4.5 or equivalent with a General English (ELICOS) course (up to 30 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course plus successful completion of RGIT Australia’s Language and Numeracy Test on completion of General English (ELICOS) program.
Results older than two years are not acceptable.
OR
ii) Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States
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iii) Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.
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iv) Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 (countries) without the required IELTS score must undertake an English Placement Test conducted at RGIT Australia’s campus as part of the enrolment process.
If there are concerns about the applicants’ English language proficiency, they will be required to undertake a suitable General English (ELICOS) or EAL program. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
Please note: RGIT Australia will also accept equivalent test results from the following specified English language tests:
– Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT
– Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) PBT
– Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
– Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Academic Requirements
International students applying either off-shore or on-shore must meet a minimum academic requirement to get admission to RGIT Australia courses. The table below summarises the academic entry requirements. Refer to information on individual courses for course-specific requirements.
Level of Study | Academic Requirements |
Certificate III | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or higher. |
Certificate IV | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or Certificate III or higher |
Diploma | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or Certificate IV or higher. |
Advanced Diploma | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or Diploma or higher. |
Graduate Certificate of Management (Learning) | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Diploma or higher in relevant field of education or work. |
Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) (78 weeks) | Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Diploma or higher in relevant field of education or work. |
Pre-Training Review
All students are required to undertake a pre-training review which aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner, and relevant experience.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN) (International)
Students undertaking RGIT Australia VET courses must possess sound language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to successfully complete the course. All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test conducted by RGIT Australia. If students do not meet English and LLN requirements, learners will be asked to take further language, literacy and numeracy training e.g. English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Learners (ELICOS) programs with RGIT Australia.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN) (Domestic)
Students undertaking this course must possess sound language, literacy and numeracy skills. All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test mapped at ACSF level 3 conducted by the Institute.
Qualification Recognition
Qualifications offered by RGIT Australia are based on the principles, guidelines and standards set by Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and VET Quality Framework (VQF) and are nationally recognised.