Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration
Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration
ICT50315
AWE2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/01/2016 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in administering a variety of networked computer systems. The qualification has a strong information technology base of core units with the potential for inclusion of a range of broader industry-specific units in the areas of virtualisation, sustainability and project management to suit particular needs.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = nineteen (19)- ten (10) core units plus
- nine (9) elective units
The elective units consist of:
- up to nine (9) elective units from the elective units listed below
- up to four (4) from elsewhere in ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package 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 ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUU49 | ICTICT418 | Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUW51 | ICTSAS502 | Establish and maintain client user liaison | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUU63 | ICTICT509 | Gather data to identify business requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUW26 | ICTSAS406 | Implement and hand over system components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUU98 | ICTNWK513 | Manage system security | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUX07 | ICTSAS515 | Manage the testing process | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWD04 | ICTTEN516 | Produce technical solutions from business specifications | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUW68 | ICTSAS512 | Review and manage delivery of maintenance services | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUW49 | ICTSAS505 | Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to nine (9) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D569 | ICA50311 | Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEG9 | ICT50318 | Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
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