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

Phone: 03 9269 1665

Web: Enquiry Form

Department: Information Technology

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

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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
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