The first year of this course is the dual Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) & (Programming) in which the student completes 995 hours of study. Students successfully completing the first year of the course (Certificate IV) can progress into second year (Advanced Diploma) in which they are able to concentrate their second year studies in one of two streams: Network Security or Systems Development . The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology stream concentrates on the development of industry based IT solutions for organisations using software, programming and design techniques that include, Database Design, JAVA programming, Visual Basic, Project Management, e-business, systems testing and Web development.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: ICA60105
- CRICOS Code: 057881B
Campus: Epping, Preston
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
(The first year is the Certificate IV in Information Technology)
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students completing the Diploma may be eligible for exemptions into various Victorian university courses. The amount of credit will depend on the type of university course students wish to enter. Please contact the university entrance office directly.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Process & Improvement) function at a senior operative level with responsibilities spanning design, development, site performance, database integration through to implementation and acceptance testing.
Job roles can include the following:
- Analyst/Systems Analyst
- Analyst Programmer
- E-commerce Programmer
- E-Commerce Architect, eServices - Web Programmer
- Intranet Engineer
- Java Developer
- Perl Programmer
- Project Manager
- Senior Architect - E-commerce
- Solutions/Applications Architect
- Web Programmer
- Webmaster (Internet Developer)
- Web Development Manager
- Web Architect
- Web Programmer/Software Engineer
- Web Developer
- WAP and Designer/Developer.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Satisfactory completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology. (The first year of the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology).
International Students:
Satisfactory completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology. (The first year of the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology).Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Practicals, theory, assignments, ongoing class work.
Materials
Materials and book lists are provided at the start of the course.
Fees
Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $9,000
International Fees:
A$9800 p.a.
Australian Government subsidised place:
You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees:
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:Collingwood: 68321/68324 Epping: 68901 Greensborough: 68901/68904 Preston: 68921/68924
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBEBUS501A | Evaluate e-business opportunities | 30 |
| BSBEBUS503A | Design an e-business | 30 |
| BSBEBUS504A | Implement an e-business strategy | 25 |
| BSBEBUS505A | Implement new technologies for business | 30 |
| BSBEBUS601A | Develop an e-business strategy | 15 |
| BSBEBUS605A | Identify and implement e-business innovation | 20 |
| BSBEBUS609A | Develop a knowledge mgt strategy for an e-business | 15 |
| BSBFLM510B | Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation | 20 |
| BSBMGT516A | Facilitate continuous improvement | 20 |
| BSBMGT608A | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | 30 |
| BSBPMG505A | Manage project quality | 10 |
| ICAA5054C | Validate quailty and completeness of system design specifications | 20 |
| ICAA5056B | Repair disaster recovery and contingency plans | 15 |
| ICAA5139B | Design a database | 40 |
| ICAA5141B | Design dynamic websites to meet technical requirements | 30 |
| ICAA5146B | Develop website information architecture | 30 |
| ICAA5147B | Determine suitability of database functionality and scalability | 20 |
| ICAA5148B | Select new technology models for business | 20 |
| ICAA5151B | Gather data to identify business requirements | 30 |
| ICAA5153B | Model data objects | 20 |
| ICAA5154B | Model data processes | 20 |
| ICAA5158B | Translate business needs into technical requirements | 15 |
| ICAA6149B | Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions | 10 |
| ICAA6157B | Develop technical requirements for a business solution | 10 |
| ICAB5068B | Build using rapid application development | 40 |
| ICAB5223B | Apply intermediate object oriented language skills | 50 |
| ICAB5226B | Apply advanced object oriented language skills | 80 |
| ICAB5227B | Apply advanced programming skills in another language | 80 |
| ICAI6187B | Implement change management processes | 30 |
| ICAS5202B | Ensure privacy for users | 10 |
| ICAT5077B | Develop detailed test plan | 20 |
| ICAT5079B | Perform integrated test | 20 |
| ICAT5081B | Perform system test | 20 |
| PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects | 20 |
| PSPPM601B | Direct complex project activities | 20 |
