ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security, Database & Data Management, Systems Administration)
About the Course
CRICOS Course Code: 112088M
VET National : ICT50220
Online Duration: 52 weeks
Face to Face Delivery International Students: 104 weeks
Location: Adelaide campus
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team or leading a deliverable with others. They may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:
cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security
architecture and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
database and data management: creating, designing and monitoring systems that store data and optimise organisational knowledge management
Online Learning: (Domestic and Overseas)
Online through E-Learning Platform
Virtual Zoom Class Sessions (2 hours/week)
Face to Face Delivery (International Students):
20 Hours per week (incl work placement)
To complete this qualification students must complete all 20 units listed below.
20 units of competency comprises of:
6 core units
14 elective units
Unit Code (Core)
Unit Title
BSBXCS402
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
BSBXTW401
Lead and facilitate a team
BSBCRT512
Originate and develop concepts
ICTICT517
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
ICTICT532
Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAS527
Manage client problems
Unit Code (Electives)
Unit Title
ICTCYS407
Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTSAD502
Model data processes
ICTDBS505
Monitor and improve knowledge management systems
ICTICT522
Evaluate vendor products and equipment
ICTNWK561
Design enterprise wireless local area networks
ICTDBS506
Design databases
ICTDBS503
Create a data warehouse
ICTSAS524
Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSUS604
Prepare business cases for sustainability and competitive advantage in ICT projects
ICTNWK544
Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT networks
ICTDBS507
Integrate databases with websites
ICTCYS613
Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTSAS526
Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICTCYS610
Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
Students who complete this course may gain work as a:
Cybersecurity officer
Cybersecurity consultant
Database Administrator
ICT Security Specialist
ICT Support Officer
After completion of ICT50220, students may wish to undertake ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology or a pathway to higher education such as:
Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Information Technology
Age restrictions
Students must be 18 years of age or above.
Course requirements
Completed Yr 12 or equivalent or relevant experience;
English requirements
Completed the LLN assessment OR;
Five years education taught in English OR;
A minimum of IELTS score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or PTE equivalent for International Students.
IT Requirements
Students must have access to:
A PC or equivalent running or capable of running Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office 2010 and above
Internet connection