ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
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 moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team or leading a…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
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 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 a wide range of 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 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.
Pathways into the Qualification
Although this qualification does not have specific entry requirements candidates may enter the qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake study at graduate level, including:
with a relevant Certificate III or Certificate IV together with significant relevant vocational practice
with extensive relevant vocational practice, without formal qualifications
Pathways from the Qualification
After achieving ICT50118 Diploma of Information Technology, individuals could progress to ICT60115 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology.
This qualification may apply to person wanting to provide a broader rather than specialized ICT support function, applying a wide range of higher level technical skills.
Career Outcomes
Persons working at this level provide a broader rather than specialized ICT support function, applying a wide range of higher level technical skills in ICT areas such as networking, IT support, database development, programming and web development.
REQUIREMENTS
To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, participants would need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at a graduate certificate level, this can be demonstrated via the following:
Successful completion of Year 12 or the equivalent level of study.
Minimum English level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Actors College of Theatre and Television can also conduct an Language Literacy Numeracy assessment with a minimum scoring of 35 out of 40 (87.5%)
Applicant must be 18 years of age or above
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The Actors College of Theatre and Television (ACTT) was established in the year 1992. It is a private institution located in Pitt Street, Sydney. The College offers courses that lead to qualifications at certificate, diploma and advanced diploma levels in music theatre, stage and screen acting, and technical production. The College also provides a one-year part-time acting course for young people, aged 14 to 18 years. Additionally, drop-in classes are also conducted for those who are not sure of committing to a full time acting course.
