ICT50118

Diploma of Information Technology

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COURSE DURATION
18 month course
UNITS
20 units
MODE
100% online learning

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Everything you need to launch your IT career and develop your technical problem-solving skills.

Get plugged into an IT career

Our ICT50118 Diploma of Information Technology will provide you with the knowledge and skills to tackle and solve real-world problems in an IT role. The Diploma is designed across key areas such as security and networking, as well as administration and management of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in a variety of workplace settings.

You’ll become proficient in implementing and managing information systems and software including Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating Systems, Microsoft Server Operating Systems, Linux Operating Systems and Virtualisation Platforms.

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INNOVATE THE IT WORLD WITH THE AIICT

FLEXIBLE STUDY, DESIGNED AROUND YOU

Study your way, wherever you are. If you have a working computer with internet connection, you have a classroom.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Use your education and experience to fast-track your studies and complete your qualification.

UNLIMITED ACCESS TO LINKEDIN LEARNING

Gain unlimited access to the global leader in online video training, Linkedin Learning.

THE BENEFITS OF COMPLETING AN IT DIPLOMA WITH AIICT

If you want to, or are currently administering and managing ICT infrastructure, this qualification could be for you.

Recognition of the knowledge and skills you have worked hard to obtain
An opportunity to solidify and formally recognise on-the-job skills and experience you have developed
Opportunities to use previous knowledge and other training to further tangible knowledge and skills
Clear articulation pathways for higher education and on-going career development

AIICT is delivering this course on behalf of, and in partnership with the Registered Training Organisation, Everthought College of Construction, RTO Number 51681.

COURSE STRUCTURE

ICT50118 DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The student entry procedure

UNITS

20 course units

CLUSTERS

3 major clusters

DURATION

18 months

Cluster 1

Unit code / Unit name
Unit code	Unit name
ICTICT509	Gather data to identify business requirements
ICTICT501	Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
ICTSAS518	Install and upgrade operating systems
ICTSAS510	Review and develop ICT maintenance strategy
ICTNWK516	Determine best-fit topology for a local network
ICTNWK532	Identify and resolve network problems

Cluster 2

Unit code / Unit name
Unit code	Unit name
ICTICT517	Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
ICTNWK504	Design and implement an integrated server solution
ICTNWK505	Design, build and test a network server
ICTSUS501	Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
ICTSAS506	Update ICT system operational procedures
ICTNWK511	Manage network security
ICTSAS505	Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

Cluster 3

Unit code / Unit name
Unit code	Unit name
ICTPRG511	Monitor and support data conversion to new ICT system
ICTPMG501	Manage ICT projects
ICTWEB504	Build a document using eXtensible markup language
ICTWEB506	Develop complex cascading style sheets
ICTWEB505	Develop complex web page layouts
BSBSUS501	Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
BSBWHS501	Ensure a safe workplace

Career opportunities

ICT Systems Administrator

ICT System Administrators are responsible for installing, supporting and maintaining servers or other computer systems, and planning for and responding to service outages and other problems. Other duties may include project management for systems-related projects.

ICT System Manager

ICT System Managers ensure all the resources required for the delivery of computing and information services are functioning to their full potential. They are responsible for analysing, implementing, operating and managing software, telecommunications, networks and computer systems through all phases of a life cycle, including the evaluation of strategies for hardware, software and staffing.

ICT Project Manager

ICT Project Managers need to keep their team motivated whilst managing other resources such as time and budget at the same time. ICT Project Managers frequently host progress update meetings with their teams to ensure that the project remains on track and that the objectives will be met in a timely manner.

ICT Support Officer

ICT Support Officers provide help and advice to customers using an organisation’s products or services. This role consists of monitoring, maintaining and delivering IT services and supporting infrastructure, with a keen focus on customer service and relationship building.

Network Support Professional

Network Support administrators support and monitor networks and network equipment including switches, servers and routers, often involving troubleshooting for local and wide area networks.

Vendor Aligned Courses

The ICT50118 Diploma of Information Technology covers the learning material for the following vendor aligned courses:

Microsoft MD-100 – Windows 10
Microsoft 20740 – Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016
Microsoft 20741 – Networking with Windows Server 2016

Vendor certifications can be included at an additional cost. Please discuss this with your Trainer or Course Advisor.

ENROLMENT INFORMATION

The Australian Institute of ICT holds regular induction and orientation sessions, plus rolling starts for workshops and tutorials, so you can start learning when it suits you. Eligibility Requirements apply.

What happens next?

Here’s what you can expect after you’ve applied

A course advisor will call to chat about your course and set up a time for you to get started.
You will then be invited to complete the Student Application process which includes a Pre-Enrolment Profile and Capability Quiz.
Once your student application has been submitted, you can go on to complete the enrolment process or contact your course advisor.
If all your documentation is in order, you will then be invited to attend an online orientation and you will be ready to start studying.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

TOTAL COSTS

$5,450

Payment Options

AIICT offers payment plans to support students through their financial obligations of studying. Two payment options are available: Full Fee and Payment Plan.

1. Full Fee

Pay a once-off $4,905 fee.

The Full Fee includes a 10% discount – a saving of $545.

2. Payment Plan

Pay 18 monthly payments of $302.80 for the duration of the course.

Processing Fees

All payments are subject to a 1.75% processing fee.

If you have any questions about how the payment plan works, simply reach out to our customer service team on 1800 515 110 or email us at [email protected].

TALK TO AN ADVISOR

Request a callback from one of our advisors to ask questions or discuss about your study options.

Diploma of Information Technology

FREE COURSE GUIDE

FREE COURSE GUIDE

INNOVATE THE IT WORLD WITH THE AIICT

THE BENEFITS OF COMPLETING AN IT DIPLOMA WITH AIICT

COURSE STRUCTURE

Career opportunities

Vendor Aligned Courses

ENROLMENT INFORMATION

PAYMENT INFORMATION

TALK TO AN ADVISOR

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