For International Students Only
CRICOS Course Code:
106289H
ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Study In:
Brisbane
Parramatta
Duration
52 Weeks
Study Mode
Blended (On Campus & Online)

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have significant experience in specialist technical skills, or managerial business and people management skills.

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).

What You'll Learn
  • Be exam-ready to become certified with leading vendors, such as Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), CompTIA (Server+, Network+, Security+) and EC-Council (CEH)
  • Learn skills and knowledge to plan, design, manage and monitor an enterprise information and communication technology (ICT) network as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team responsible for network security systems
  • Gain high-level ICT technical base with appropriate security units and the ability to specialise in a number of areas including voice, wireless, network, infrastructure and sustainability
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Qualification Recognition
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Nationally recognised

Course Outline
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Assessment Methods
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Unit Code Unit Name Core/Elective
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving Core
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness Core
ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level Core
ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments Core
ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment Core
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices Core
ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies Elective
ICTNWK544 Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT network Elective
ICTNWK618 Design and implement a security system Elective
Assessment Method Overview
Practical Project / Observation Requires students to complete practical tasks and written work related to the practical. May involve:
  • Short answer questions
  • Roleplay activities (including creating/updating documents)
  • Presentations (notes, slides, and delivery)
  • Completion of templates, documents, or formal reports
  • Lab activities (evidence such as screenshots)
  • Case studies
Trainers/Assessors may use observation checklists during these tasks.
Short Answer Short form responses to capture evidence of knowledge and, in some cases, skill application.
Knowledge Quiz Questions such as true/false, multiple choice, matching, drag and drop, or sequencing. Available in Moodle as a quiz.
Case Studies Assessment method that uses a specific case study to evaluate a student's knowledge and skills.
RPL & Credit Transfer
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You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer for this course.

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Student Support
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Queensford College use industry current practices and methodologies to ensure the training program is relevant to industry while also meeting Training Package requirements. Our students have access to a team of reliable staff and trainers that are available throughout the course duration. For the duration of the course students will be supported with the following:

  • Student Services: for all administrative enquiries and on issues associated with general academic skills
  • Trainers: to answer any questions students may have about the course content, assessments and study progress
  • Help Desk: for any assistance on course materials and assessment submission through our online learning platform.
Fees and Funding Options
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Fee For Service

Queensford College's Fee For Service offerings allow you to make a variety of different payment methods, to help best suit your financial situation.

Upfront 100% Payment

Pay for your full course upfront with Visa or Mastercard.
Please note that students are NOT required to pay more than 50% of the total tuition fees upfront for courses more than 25 weeks in duration.

Payment Plan (Direct Debit Available)

Pay through convenient instalments - weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or per semester.
Terms and conditions apply, please contact us for more information.

Students must meet the following requirements and prerequisite to enter this course. Futhermore, Students must be aged 18 years or above at commencement of course. Please enquire with our Admission Team for more details on the academic and English language requirements.
Academic Entry Requirements
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Students must have completed at least an Australian year 11 or equivalent*

*Mature age students, who do not hold a qualification and wish to study with Queensford College, will be assessed based on their work experience.

English Language Requirements
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English Language Proficiency

All students must undertake Queensford College’s Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment via online LLN Robot System.

Student must provide evidence of attaining an overall IELTS score of 6 bands or equivalent scores on a similar test (such as PTE etc) to commence a Certificate III Qualification or higher. OR

Student must have attained at least Advanced Level of English and must provide evidence of the same before commencing a Certificate III Qualification or higher.

English Language Requirements Exempted if

The student is enrolled in full-time school studies as a principal course including in a secondary exchange programme, a postgraduate research course, a standalone English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS), and Foreign Affairs or Defence sponsored students. OR

The student has completed at least five years’ study in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland. OR

If the student is a citizen and hold a passport from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Republic of Ireland. OR

If student has in the last two years before applying for the student visa, had completed in Australia and in English Language, either Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at Certificate IV or higher level, while they held a student visa.

For more information on entry requirements, please visit: queensford.edu.au/international-admissions

Course Study Requirements
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This course has no course-specific entry requirements.

Computer Requirements
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Students will need to ensure they are able to connect to the internet and have the capability to use our online learning system that meets the minimum technical requirements, which are:

  • Access to a laptop/computer is preferred
  • An operating system supporting the following browsers (current version and up to three most recent versions): Chrome, Firefox, Safari (excluding Safari on Windows), and Microsoft Edge
    • For Windows: Windows 10, 4 Gb RAM installed (minimum)
    • FOR MAC: Mac OS X 10.13 or above
  • Access to Word processing software, such as Microsoft Word
  • Reliable internet connection
Possible Career Outcomes
Computer Technician
Help Desk
IT Manager
Network Security Analyst
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