ICA50305 Diploma in Information Technology (Systems Administration) - Online
Qualification: Diploma(AQF)
Training Package: ICA05 Information and Communication Technology
TAFE NSW Course No: 19015
This course provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in the management and maintenance of systems as it includes high end development and integrative competencies and delivers the competence to effectively manage and maintain complex ICT systems.
Career Opportunities: Information manager, Internet administrator, Internet systems administrator, intranet administrator, information technology manager, systems administrator, system manager.
Articulation: When you finish this course you may be eligible to do a related university course.
Entry Requirements: NSW Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) or a Certificate IV in Information Technology in a relevant discipline. To complete this course it is recommended that you have basic computing and internet skills, be able to send and receive email, be able to organise yourself and manage your time. Keyboarding skills are desirable.
To work through this course online, you will also need:
- Pentium IV 2GHz or faster
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above
- Windows 2000 or above or MAC OS 8.0 or above
Course Support: This course is fully online - there is access to a team of teachers, 5 days per week. Workshops are available on request. Full telephone and email support, chat sessions, instant messaging and discussion forums support student learning.
The prerequisite units cover the knowledge and skills required to complete the System Administration core units. These units also meet the full elective requirements of the qualification and therefore no elective group is included in this qualification.
| Modules/Units | |
| Foundation units (220 hours): All units must be completed | |
| BSBCMN106A | Follow workplace safety procedures |
| ICAD2012A | Design organisational documents using computing packages |
| ICAU1128A | Operate a personal computer |
| ICAU2005A | Operate computer hardware |
| ICAU2006A | Operate computing packages |
| ICAU2013A | Integrate commercial computing packages |
| ICAU2231A | Use computer operating system |
| ICAW2001A | Work effectively in an IT environment |
| ICAW2002A | Communicate in the workplace |
| Core Prerequisites: All units must be completed | |
| ICAA4041A | Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
| ICAA4233A | Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies |
| ICAA5140A | Design a server |
| ICAI3020A | Install and optimise operating system software |
| ICAI3101A | Install and manage network protocols |
| ICAI4029A | Install network hardware to a network |
| ICAI4097A | Install and configure a network |
| ICAS3024A | Provide basic system administration |
| ICAS3032A | Provide network systems administration |
| ICAS3120A | Configure and administer a network operating system |
| ICAS5192A | Configure an internet gateway |
| ICAT3025A | Run standard diagnostics tests |
| ICAT5077A | Develop detailed test plan |
| Core: All units must be completed | |
| BSBPM505A | Manage project quality |
| ICAA5056A | Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans |
| ICAA5151A | Gather data to identify business requirement |
| ICAA5158A | Translate business needs into technical requirements |
| ICAB5159A | Build a security shield for a network |
| ICAB5160A | Build and configure a server |
| ICAI5089A | Implement and hand over system components |
| ICAP5039A | Match the IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise |
| ICAS5102A | Establish and maintain client user liason |
| ICAS5111A | Review and manage delivery of maintenence services |
| ICAS5118A | Manage System security |
| ICAS5202A | Ensure privacy for users |
| ICAT5081A | Perform systems test |
| ICAT5082A | Manage the testing process |
| PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects |
Applying and Enrolling:
This course is available online. For an enrolment package or further information please email your details to: nci.ccithelp@tafensw.edu.au
Duration: The course requires approximately 1105 hours of study. Studying online you will need to spend a minimum of 40 hours per week to complete the course successfully in one year or 20 hours per week over two years.
This course requires completion of a North Coast Institute Application form. See the Applying and Enrolling - Online section for more information.
