About this course
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 specialist fields, working independently, as part of a team or leading deliverables 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:
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- advanced networking: configuring and managing virtual computing environments, and security within ICT networks
- advanced programming: applying intermediate and advanced programming skills, managing data, and building advanced user interfaces to manage organisational requirements
- back-end web development: developing and maintaining website information architecture and data
- business analysis: designing and implementing technical requirements, quality assurance processes and contingency plans for businesses
- cloud architecture: developing, improving, and designing cloud infrastructure, including disaster recovery plans
- cloud engineering: building, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure and virtual networks
- 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
- front end web development: designing dynamic and complex websites, user experience solutions and documents using extensible mark-up languages
- game art and design: creating complex 2D and 3D modelling and animation software through scripts and storyboards
- game programming: creating complex 2D and 3D interactive games and media, building graphical user interfaces and applying artificial intelligence in game development
- systems administration: reviewing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
- systems analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions
- telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations, and legislative requirements across network projects.
No licensing, legislative or certification apply to this qualification at the time of publication
Who should apply for this course and why?
International students who are:
- seeking to pursue or further a career in information technology
- seeking to enter a new industry sector
- seeking a pathway to higher level qualifications.
International Students must:
- be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
- participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
- have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
Student must bring their laptop or compatible device for classroom use, as it is essential for accessing materials and completing coursework.
Units of Competency
| Code | Title | Core / Elective |
| BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts | Core |
| BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Core |
| BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team | Core |
| ICTICT517 | Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | Core |
| ICTICT532 | Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | Core |
| ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems | Core |
| ICTWEB452 | Create a mark-up language document | Elective |
| ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | Elective |
| ICTSAD507 | Design and implement quality assurance processes for business solutions | Elective |
| ICTNWK546 | Manage network security | Elective |
| ICTSAD508 | Develop technical requirements for business solutions | Elective |
| ICTCYS407 | Gather, analyse and interpret threat data | Elective |
| ICTNWK560 | Determine best-fit topologies for wide area networks | Elective |
| ICTCYS610 | Protect critical infrastructure for organisations | Elective |
| ICTCYS613 | Utilise design methodologies for security architecture | Elective |
| ICTSAS524 | Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan | Elective |
| ICTSAS526 | Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans | Elective |
| ICTWEB441 | Produce basic client-side script | Elective |
| ICTNWK561 | Design enterprise wireless local area networks | Elective |
| ICTWEB513 | Build dynamic websites | Elective |
Intake Months each year
January
February
April
May
July
August
October
November
Course Fees and Payment
Enrolment Application Fee: AUD 250
Course Fee: AUD 22,500
Material Fee: AUD 1,000
Payment Option
- Credit Card
- Electronic Funds Transfer (account details available on request)
How can I apply?
To apply for this course, you are required to complete an application for enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including copies of your:
- Copy of your passport
- Academic certificate/s
- Proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements.
Offer and Enrolment Process
If your application is successful, you will receive a Letter of Offer with a student agreement which you are required to read through all of the included policies and procedures. If you are in agreement, sign and return to us and we will then issue you with an invoice.
Once we receive your first payment, we will issue your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.
This course outline should be read in conjunction with the Fusion College of Technology International Student Handbook. This can be found online at https://fusioncollege.edu.au/
Course Duration
This qualification will be delivered over 78 weeks, including 60 weeks of training and assessment spread over 6 terms of 10 weeks each and 18 weeks of holidays.
Course Delivery Mode
This program is delivered in the classroom and through the structured supervised study session.
Face-to-Face – 13.5 hours/week
Supervised Study Session – 6.5 hours/week
Course Delivery Site
Classroom: Suite 502, Level 5, 16 – 18 Wentworth Street Parramatta NSW 2150
Training and assessment information
Students are required to attend 13.5 hours of training and assessment per week and complete structured supervised study session of 6.5 hours per week.
Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, case studies and short answer questions.
Course progress and attendance
Satisfactory course progress and attendance are very important in order to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.
Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, case studies, observations, and short answer questions.
Student Support
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- One-to-one support from the trainer/assessor
- Support with personal issues
- Access to additional learning resources
- Reasonable adjustment in assessment
- Social events
- A buddy program
- Information about external sources of support.
You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy. We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may provide you support based on those needs.
Course Duration
Duration
78 Weeks
Delivery Modes
Face-to-Face - 13.5 hours/weekSupervised Study Session - 6.5 hours/week
