Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220)

WHY STUDY DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Enhance your employment prospects with the Kent Institute Diploma of Information Technology Delivered on Indus 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).

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Manage all aspects of ICT
• Manage administration ICT, Servers & Telecommunications Infrastructure
• Manage and report on projects
• Manage risk within the business

LEARNING PATHWAYS

On successful completion of this course, graduates may consider further study at a higher tertiary level within the vocational education and training sector.

After achieving the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology, candidates may undertake the ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology or a range of other Advanced Diploma qualifications or Bachelor of ICT.

Pathway options can be discussed with students upon completion of studies.

TEACHING RESOURCES

Teaching-learning resources may include: study guides, textbooks, electronic notes, web resources and reading material.

Students will learn management skills and techniques via project work, practical exercises, individual studies, research, discussion using industry-standard applications and materials/tools.

ASSESSMENT TOOLS

Assessment methods and tools may include:

Problem Solving, Practical Activities, Oral Presentation, Multiple Choice Quiz, Written Portfolio, Projects, Reports, Practical Observations. Oral tasks (interview questions), written tasks (workbook, recognition of prior learning, tests, assignments, examinations), group work and discussions (case studies, role plays), project (workplace research project), and simulated or workplace performance (practical demonstration with observation checklists).  Assessment results recognise student achievement against each competency.