This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have significant experience in specialist technical skills, or managerial business and people management skills. Individuals in these roles carry out complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, leading a team or a strategic direction of a business. They apply their skills across a wide range of industries and business functions, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor). The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to: Advanced data management information: creating, designing, and monitoring complex systems that store data, and optimising organisational knowledge management. Cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans. Full stack web development: building advanced user interfaces, developing representational state transfer application program interfaces (REST APIs), and designing user experience solutions. Further programming: applying advanced ICT languages to maintain security and manage data. IT strategy and organisational development: managing and communicating strategic ICT business solutions. Systems development and analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions. Telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations, and legislative requirements across network projects. No licensing, legislative or certification apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Sydney
1A4, 400-412 Elizabeth Street, SURRY HILLS, NSW 2010
International students must: Be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following: Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or Successful completion of an English Placement Test. *Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Career Opportunities
The qualifications equip graduates with specialized skills that are in demand across various sectors, including IT consulting, telecommunications, finance, government, and healthcare. Graduates can pursue leadership or advanced technical roles. Key Employment Sectors: IT Infrastructure and Networking, Cybersecurity and Risk Management, Software and Application Development, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence.
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
Accredited
Skills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Units of Competency
All Units15 units
BSBCRT611
Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBTWK502
Lead and manage team effectiveness
BSBXCS402
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
ICTICT608
Interact with clients on a business level
ICTICT618
Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAD609
Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment
ICTCYS608
Perform cyber security risk assessments
ICTCYS612
Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisation
ICTCYS604
Implement best practices for identity management
ICTNWK546
Manage network security
ICTNPL413
Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
ICTNWK612
Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks
ICTPMG613
Manage ICT project planning
ICTTEN615
Manage network traffic
ICTTEN622
IProduce ICT network architecture designs
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Course Snapshot
Salary, careers & skills
Typical Salary
Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year
Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year
Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $150,000 per year
Programming and software development (Python, Java, C++, JavaScript)Database design, management, and SQL queryingCybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk managementCloud computing and platform management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Systems analysis and design
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