Vocational Graduate Certificate in ICT Sustainability
 
National Code
:		 21970VIC
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Location:
Nelson Campus
Study Area:
Info Tech & Games Development; Sustainability;
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Duration:
PT: 1 year
Intake Dates:
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What does this course involve?

This unique course will give you the skills and knowledge into the sustainable aspects of information communications technology (ICT).

You will learn about general sustainability (current issues and solutions), green ICT (industry developments to reduce carbon footprint), and ICT as an industry enabler to carbon reduction (how ICT helps other industries to lower carbon footprints). You will also study ICT sustainability business case studies with the aim of reducing business' carbon emissions. This course is the first of its kind in Australia.

What employment opportunities will I have?

On completion of this course you will:
  • be able to advise a company on ICT sustainability issues
  • understand ICT sustainability issues and solutions
  • understand Government agencies and regulations related to ICT sustainability
  • be aware of and be able to prepare Carbon Reports as required by Government legislation and industry bodies
  • have the skills to prepare and present to management, an ICT sustainability policy for a given company
  • be able to take leadership in a company on ICT sustainability issues
  • advise a company on ICT sustainability opportunities.

Accreditation

This course is Government accredited and has National recognition.

What further study options will I have?

This course can lead to further studies at Postgraduate level.

Can I apply?

  • You should have:
    • successfully completed a Bachelor or Diploma in an IT related field
    • or have work experience in the IT industry.

How do I apply?

Direct Entry - rolling enrolments
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

Length of course

Part time - 1 year (Tuesday and Thursday evenings)

Where will I study?

Nelson Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Take a Short Survey

This course is subject to Government subsidy for eligible students. Complete the eligibility survey now to see if you will receive government assistance for this course. If you are not eligible for government subsidy, the full fee will apply.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - contact the Institute
  2. Service and Amenities Fee - $70.00 or $100.00
  3. Material Fees - contact the Institute

For a breakdown of unit prices, view the 2013 Fee Schedule.

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

Full Fee

Contact the Institute

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

For a breakdown of unit prices, view the 2013 Fee Schedule

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • 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

BSBLED701A
Lead Personal And Strategic Transformation
80.00 hr
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse and improve personal leadership style and professional competence, and to lead organisational transformation.
VBN762
Principles Of Sustainability
50.00 hr
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will have a working knowledge of the key sustainability challenges in terms of environmental, economic and social issues at a global, national and local level. They will be able to address these challenges through an array of management and decision-making tools.
VPAU779
Manage Improvements In Ict Sustainability
80.00 hr
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to reduce the sustainability related impacts of ICT operations through energy conservation, energy efficiency and changing user behavior.
VPAU780
Use Ict To Improve Sustainability Outcomes
80.00 hr
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to improve sustainability outcomes through the reduction of environmental, economic and social impacts for a range of industries using ICT based solutions.
The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. Tuition fees are charged at an hourly rate based on a unit’s total hours (degree courses excepted). All course level fees quoted are indicative annual fees only, based on the most common annual full time load for the course, or for part time and correspondence courses, an average annual student load. However annual fees may vary depending on the number and mix of units chosen at enrolment for study in the calendar year, including the number and mix of elective units chosen. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to an increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. Fee rates are correct at the time of publishing. 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.