Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration) 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
ICA50305 
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code: 07128J 
Centre:
Information and Communications Technology
Location:
Nelson Campus
Study Area: Info Tech & Games Development; 
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

As you read this information, please note the course is going to be re-accredited. There will be minor changes to the information provided here.

This course provides you with practical training to build and manage network systems in a business environment.

The course involves systems administration and introduces you to networking concepts, such as Microsoft and Linux operating systems, A+ curriculum (hardware), system testing, security, project management, databases and programming.

You will learn how to manage complex projects, prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans and support system software.

If you successfully complete the Diploma of Information Technology (System Administration) you will have the opportunity to go on and complete the Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) in the same time frame.

Industry standard vendor qualifications in Microsoft (MCP) and Cisco (CCNA) are also available as part of this course.
This course is also available to international students.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities in; network administrator/maintenance, system management, including server installation and administration or IT helpdesk support.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is Government accredited and has National recognition.

What further study options will I have?

Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration) who wish to progress into the Associate Degree in Computer Systems (Networking) or the Bachelor of Computer Systems (Networking) will receive credit for 5 subjects or the equivalent of 1.25 semesters in duration.

Can I apply?

You must have successfully completed Year 12 (VCE) or its equivalent, or be mature age with appropriate experience.

How do I apply?

VTAC and direct entry – rolling enrolments

VTAC - to apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.

Direct entry – to apply for both part time and mid-year places in this course you will need to apply directly to the Institute
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of application (VTAC)

Length of course

Full time - 2 years
Part time available, selected units are available for evening study, other units may be studied during the day. Duration for part time study will vary depending on the number of units enrolled in simultaneously per semester.

Where will I study?

Nelson Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $4.33 per hour (max $2,500.00)
  2. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  3. Material Fees - contact the Institute

For a breakdown of unit prices, view the 2012 Fee Schedule.

You may be eligible for VET FEE-HELP (an Australian Government loan scheme).

Fee For Service Fees

Fee for Service - this course will cost $10,000.00 if you aren't eligible for government subsidised training.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

 
Units of Competency

Core
ICAA5151B
Gather Data To Identify Business Requirements
30.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to identify, analyse and document business requirements. The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAA5050B Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications ICAA5139B Design a database ICAA5140C Design a server No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ICAI5089B
Implement And Hand Over System Components
20.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to ensure that the system is operational prior to hand over for client use.
ICAP5039B
Match It Needs With The Strategic Direction Of The Enterprise
20.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to ensure IT services meet current and future internal operational enterprise requirements. The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAP5036B Determine appropriate IT strategies and solutions ICAP6038B Develop strategic and action plans ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ICAS5111B
Review And Manage Delivery Of Maintenance Services
20.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to review and manage the delivery of maintenance services. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
ICAS5118B
Manage System Security
50.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to implement and manage security on an operational system.
ICAT5081B
Perform Systems Test
30.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to ensure that the properties of the entire system are tested and proved adequate before handover to the client/user for final acceptance testing. These units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans ICAT5084B Perform stress and load testing on integrated platform No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ICAT5082B
Manage The Testing Process
20.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to effectively manage and administer the end to end testing process including test definition, execution and reporting. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
BSBPM505A
Manage Project Quality
40.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage quality within projects. It covers determining quality requirements, implementing quality assurance processes, and using review and evaluation to make quality improvements in current and future projects.

ICAA5056B
Prepare Disaster Recovery And Contingency Plans
30.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to analyse the impact of the system on the organisation and carry out risk analysis, disaster recovery and contingency planning for the project. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
ICAA5158B
Translate Business Needs Into Technical Requirements
20.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to identify the needs of a business or business process and quantify those needs into technical requirements that will enable the business or process to meet expectation. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ICAB5159B
Build a Security Shield For a Network
40.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to build a security shield for a wireless local area network (WLAN) or local area network (LAN).
ICAB5160B
Build And Configure a Server
50.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to build, configure and test a server.
ICAS5102B
Establish And Maintain Client User Liaison
20.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to establish and maintain client user liaison in an IT environment, post implementation. This occurs after the business critical functions have been determined. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ICAS5202B
Ensure Privacy For Users
20.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to ensure that personal information of users is handled in a confidential manner. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

PSPPM502B
Manage Complex Projects
80.00 hr

This unit covers management of projects that may be reasonably complex in terms of scope, degree of risk, political, cultural and social factors that apply, consequences of failure and degree of control of the projects. It includes managing startup, project implementation, project integration and followup activities. Contract management requirements are not included as this aspect is addressed by units of competency within the Competency field of Procurement and Contract Management. In practice, managing complex projects overlaps with other generalist and specialist work activities such as acting ethically, coordinating resource allocation and usage, developing client services, undertaking research and analysis, etc.

Electives
ICAI4099B
Build An Intranet
50.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to design, build and implement an intranet for a client. It does not however cover aspects relating to passwords, security access permission or firewall settings.
ICAS5192B
Configure An Internet Gateway
20.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to connect network hardware devices, mainly personal computers, to a internet gateway. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
ICAA5045B
Produce Network Architecture Design
30.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to specify the design of the required network architecture.
ICAA5140B
Design a Server
30.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to choose appropriate hardware and software and to design a server.
ICAI5090B
Conduct Pre-Installation Audit For Software Installation
20.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to identify and appraise critical pre-existing systems or components prior to the installation of software. Establishing compatibility and interoperability is a key success factor which would be useful undertakings to the purchase of software. The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAS5104B Determine maintenance strategy ICAS5105B Coordinate change requests ICAS5111B Review and manage delivery of maintenance services ICAT5081B Perform systems test.
ICAI5098B
Install And Manage Complex Networks
60.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to install and manage networks consisting of multiple components and connectivity options.
ICAI5100B
Build An Internet Infrastructure
50.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to design and implement an infrastructure for internet services.
ICAS4127B
Support System Software
50.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to operate and support system software. The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAS4107B Rectify system faults on a live system ICAS4119B Monitor and administer systems security No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
ICAS4134B
Provide First-Level Remote Help Desk Support
30.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to resolve firstlevel user support difficulties remotely.
ICAS5122B
Identify And Resolve Network Problems
30.00 hr
This unit defines the competency required to troubleshoot local area network problems.
All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Course Enquiries

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1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)

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+61 3 9286 9425

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