
Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Codes: ICT50220 | CRICOS 111241D
Duration: 52 weeks
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Course Overview
Information Technology and Cybersecurity are growing industries, with high demand in the workplace. This diploma is for students who want to build a career in digital systems and networks and will open opportunities for higher studies.The Diploma of Information Technology (Cybersecurity) is a nationally recognized Diploma. It’s designed to help international students like you, obtain the latest skills and get qualified with the knowledge you will need to succeed as a network security specialist.
You will study Information Technology topics and case studies as they apply to different Australian industries.
There will be immersive hands-on practical work, using critical IT problem-solving skills, research, consultation, and collaborating with diverse teams.
Core Units
- BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
- BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
- BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
- ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organization
- ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
- ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
Elective Units
- ICTCYS407 - Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
- ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
- ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
- ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
- ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
- ICTSAS502 Establish and maintain client user liaison
- ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
- ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
- ICTNWK546 Manage network security
- ICTICT518 Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
- ICTNWK556 Identify and resolve network problems
- ICTICT435 Create technical documentation
- ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
- ICTICT522 Evaluate vendor products and equipment
- The age range of the learner is a minimum of 18 years of age English Language/Literacy/Numeracy requirements.
- All students are required to undertake a language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test mapped at ACSF level 3+ conducted by Melbourne Metropolitan College (MMC).
- All students will undertake a pre-training review to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, basic computing skills, and interviews conducted by MMC enrolment officer.
- Either a minimum IELTS (academic or general version) test score of 5.5 or equivalent for direct entry into this VET course. Note that IELTS results older than two years are not acceptable.
- OR, Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the blic of Ireland,South Africa, United Kingdom or United States.
- OR, Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial part of a Certificate II or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.
- OR, For some specific countries, students must do an English placement test with the college to be able to start their program.
Please Note: MMC will also accept equivalent test results from the following specified English language tests - TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE). Specific academic requirements International students applying for Diploma level either off-shore or on-shore will need satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 OR Certificate IV or higher qualification.
- Tuition Fee = $13,900 AUD
- Material Fees = $300 AUD
- Enrolment Fees = $300 AUD
- Total Fees = $14,500 AUD
- ICT Operations Administrator,
- Network E-Business Coordinator,
- Network Operations Analyst,
- Network Security Coordinator,
- Cybersecurity Officer
- Cybersecurity Consultant
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