ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
(Specialisation on Telecommunications Network Engineering)
CRICOS CODE | DURATION | STUDY LOAD | QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE |
106037F | 104 weeks | Full-time | 16 units |
Delivered face-to-face at a Training Masters approved campus . The duration includes 80 study weeks and 24 weeks of scheduled breaks.
About this qualification
This qualification develops advanced specialist and managerial ICT skills for complex technical work. Graduates work independently, solve high-level problems and may provide team or strategic direction. TM’s elective structure concentrates on network engineering, security and ICT project work.
Learning focus: Design network architecture and troubleshoot advanced IP networks; Implement authentication, virtualisation and network traffic controls; Apply cybersecurity, privacy and professional ethics principles; Analyse business needs and recommend ICT solutions; Plan and direct complex ICT projects.
Entry requirements
You must meet Training Masters’ general entry requirements. The national training package lists no additional entry requirements for this qualification.
Study and employment pathways
Further study: You may apply for higher education in information technology, networking, telecommunications or cybersecurity. The receiving provider determines admission and credit.
Employment possibilities: Possible roles include Network Specialist, Network Engineer, ICT Systems Administrator, Cybersecurity Analyst, Technical Support Specialist or ICT Project Officer/Manager. Senior roles require experience.
TM assessment methods
Assessment methods across this qualification may include written knowledge questions, projects, case studies, reports, presentations, practical activities, role-plays and observation in approved real or simulated contexts. The approved TM assessment tool for each unit states the exact tasks, conditions and evidence required.
Units of competency
The current TM unit structure is shown below. Elective units are selected by TM for this course.
CORE UNITS — 6 | |
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness |
ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level |
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment |
TM ELECTIVE UNITS — 10 | |
ICTTEN622 Produce ICT network architecture designs | ICTNWK612 Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks |
ICTNWK538 Install and maintain valid authentication processes | ICTNWK615 Design and configure desktop virtualisation |
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | ICTPMG613 Manage ICT project planning |
ICTTEN615 Manage network traffic | ICTNWK559 Install an enterprise virtual computing environment |
ICTPMG617 Plan and direct complex ICT projects | ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry |