ICA50405 Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)
Qualification: Diploma (AQF)
Training Package: ICA05 Information and Communication Technology
TAFE Course No: 19016
Nominal Hours: 1035
This course provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in high level network management and engineering within an organisation.
Career Opportunities: Depending on the stream selected, graduates from this qualification could work in basic personal computer (PC) support, basic network/system administration or in first level help desk roles. Additionally, using a selection of retail or sales units from other Training Packages, people could work in information and communications technology (ICT) retailing or vendor product support. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) will find the outcomes of this qualification useful at advanced ICT user or introductory technical support levels. Possible job titles include: configuration specialist, enterprise application integration consultant, e-security analyst/manager, integration analyst, integration centre specialist, intranet engineer, middleware integration specialist, network engineer, senior Java developer (major systems integration), solutions architect, systems engineer.
Articulation: When you finish this course you may be eligible to do ICA60205 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security).
Alternative exit points: Depending on your choice of electives, you may be eligible to receive ICA20105 Certificate II in Information Technology or ICA30105 Certificate III in Information
Technology (Network Administration) or ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information
Technology (Networking). Additional charges apply.
Entry Requirements: NSW Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) or ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) or ICA40305 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites).
| Modules/Units | |
| Core: | |
| BSBCMN106A | Follow workplace safety procedures |
| BSBPM505A | Manage project quality |
| ICAA4233A | Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies |
| ICAA5045A | Produce network architecture design |
| ICAA5056A | Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans |
| ICAA5140A | Design a server |
| ICAA5158A | Translate business needs into technical requirements |
| ICAB5160A | Build and configure a server |
| ICAD2012A | Design organisational documents using computing packages |
| ICAD4217A | Create technical documentation |
| ICAI3101A | Install and manage network protocols |
| ICAI4029A | Install network hardware to a network |
| ICAI4097A | Install and configure a network |
| ICAI5098A | Install and manage complex networks |
| ICAI5100A | Build an internet infrastructure |
| ICAS3120A | Configure and administer a network operating system |
| ICAS5202A | Ensure privacy for users |
| 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 |
| PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects |
| Elective: | |
| 19016A | Technical tutorial support |
| 8999B | Tutorial support (optional) |
| ICAA4041A | Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
| ICAA5044A | Develop system infrastructure design plan |
| ICAA5144A | Determine best-fit topology for a local network |
| ICAA5145A | Identify best-fit topology for a wide area network |
| ICAA5151A | Gather data to identify business requirements |
| ICAB5159A | Build a security shield for a network |
| ICAB5237A | Build a high performance security perimeter |
| ICAB5238A | Build a highly secure firewall |
| ICAI2015A | Install software applications |
| ICAI5152A | Implement risk management processes |
| ICAI5173A | Install and configure a single-segment local area network switch |
| ICAI5174A | Install high-end switches in multi-switched, local area networks |
| ICAI5176A | Install and configure router |
| ICAI5196A | Implement secure encryption technologies |
| ICAI5197A | Install and maintain valid authentication processes |
| ICAP5039A | Match the IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise |
| ICAS3024A | Provide basic system administration |
| ICAS3032A | Provide network systems administration |
| ICAS4124A | Monitor and administer network security |
| ICAS5102A | Establish and maintain client user liaison |
| ICAS5123A | Manage network security |
| ICAS5192A | Configure an internet gateway |
| ICAU1129A | Operate a word processing application |
| ICAU1129A | Operate a word processing application |
| ICAU1130A | Operate a spreadsheet application |
| ICAU1131A | Operate database application |
| ICAU1132A | Operate a presentation package |
| ICAU1133A | Send & retrieve information using web browsers & email |
| ICPPP411A | Undertake a complex design brief |
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Applying and enrolling:
Semester 2 2008: Places may still be available in some units. Contact the campus for details.
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - contact the campus on (02) 6659 3600.
Wollongbar - contact Nicola Smith on (02) 6620 4781.
Semester1 2009: North Coast Institute application form by 31 October 2008. Late applications will be accepted.
Campuses:
Taree - You need to have completed ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking).
Full-time 2.5 days per week plus flexible delivery.
For more infomation contact the campus on (02) 6591 3600.
Wollongbar - 4 days per week for 18 weeks or 2 days per week for 36 weeks. You need to have completed ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) and have Year 12 maths and English to apply for this course.
You also need to complete the Basic Skills Evaluation form and lodge with your application.
An enrolment session for successful applicants will be held on Wednesday 28th January 2009, 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm, Room B1.09.
For more information contact Christine Harvey on (02) 6620 4781 or email christine.harvey@tafensw.edu.au.
Basic Skills Self Evaluation Form for IT courses at Ballina, Casino, Lismore and Wollongbar Campuses (PDF, 138KB)
