ICT60220 Advance Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunication Networking Engineer & Cyber Security)
ICT60220 Advance Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunication Networking Engineer & Cyber Security)
Overview & Objectives This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialized skills in a technical ICT function. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team,…
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Overview & Objectives
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialized skills in a technical ICT function. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team, or leading a deliverable with others. They may apply their skills across various industries, business functions, and departments 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 organizational 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 optimize organizational 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, organizational specifications, regulations, and legislative requirements across network projects.
Career Pathways
Possible employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification: IT/Network administrator; IT operations administrator; Network services administrator; Network support or security coordinator; Network operations analyst; Network e-business coordinator.
REQUIREMENTS
Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
Have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
Successfully completed a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO; or
Successful completion of an English Placement Test
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Western Sydney Technology College is an educational provider based in New South Wales. Some of the study options on offer at the college include the Diploma of Early Childhood; Advanced Diploma of Business; Diploma of Business Administration; Advanced Diploma of Network; Diploma of Information Technology; and more.