Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology
ICA50111
D567
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/11/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to administer and manage information and communications technology (ICT) support in small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) using a wide range of general ICT technologies.
Persons working at this level provide a broader rather than specialised ICT support function, applying a wide range of higher level technical skills in ICT areas such as networking, IT support, database development, programming and web development.
Job roles
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
information systems office manager
office systems administrator
IT office manager
IT systems administrator
systems manager.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty (20)- four (4) core units plus
- sixteen (16) elective units
The elective units consist of:
- up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups below, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group:
- Group A Networking
- Group B Programming
- Group C IT support
- Group D Web design and development
- Group E Digital games
- Group F Digital media technologies
- Group G Project management
- up to five (5) from elsewhere in ICA11 or any other Training Package or accredited course at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1023 | BSBSUS501A | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE733 | BSBWHS501A | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D7892 | ICAICT509A | Gather data to identify business requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7894 | ICAICT511A | Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Networking Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Programming Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C IT Support Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D Web Design and Development Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E Digital Games Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
7. Group F Digital Media Technologies Specialist Units
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7868 | ICAICT406A | Build a graphical user interface | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1121 | CUFDIG507A | Design digital simulations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1117 | CUFDIG503A | Design e-learning resources | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1116 | CUFDIG502A | Design web environments | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1160 | CUFPOS401A | Edit screen content for fast turnaround | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D7785 | ICADMT501A | Incorporate and edit digital video | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S7719 | CUVPHI519A | Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0649 | BSBCRT501A | Originate and develop concepts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D1156 | CUFPOS201A | Perform basic vision and sound editing | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D2971 | CUSSOU502A | Produce sound recordings | 92 | Unit of competency |
| D2959 | CUSSOU302A | Record and mix a basic music demo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7880 | ICAICT419A | Work effectively in the digital media industry | 30 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G Project Management Specialist Unit
Up to eleven (11) units from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7921 | ICAPMG501A | Manage IT projects | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C867 | ICA50105 | Diploma of Information Technology (General) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWF1 | ICT50115 | Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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