Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
ICT60115
AWA0
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/01/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides high level information and communications technology (ICT), process improvement and business skills and knowledge to enable an individual to be effective in senior ICT roles within organisations. The qualification builds on a base core of management competencies, with specialist and general elective choices to suit particular ICT and business needs, especially in the areas of knowledge management and systems development.
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 = sixteen (16)- five (5) core units plus
- eleven (11) elective units
The elective units consist of:
- five (5) from one of the following specialist groups:
- Group A Knowledge management
- Group B Systems development.
Of the remaining elective units:
- up to six (6) may be from the specialist elective groups below or from Group C general elective units below
- up to three (3) may be from elsewhere in ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package or any other Training Package or accredited course at Advanced Diploma level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD74 | ICTSUS601 | Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUU72 | ICTICT608 | Interact with clients on a business level | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH47 | BSBWOR502 | Lead and manage team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUU82 | ICTICT610 | Manage copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUV55 | ICTPMG609 | Plan and direct complex ICT projects | 80 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Knowledge Management Specialist Electives
Five (5) units must be completed when selecting Group A specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUP44 | ICTDBS601 | Build a data warehouse | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUT50 | ICTDBS602 | Develop a knowledge management strategy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUU80 | ICTICT604 | Identify and implement business innovation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUU75 | ICTICT605 | Implement a knowledge management strategy | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUT59 | ICTDBS501 | Monitor and improve knowledge management system | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Systems Development Specialist Electives
Five (5) units must be completed when selecting Group B specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options..
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUW00 | ICTPRG604 | Create cloud computing services | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUU67 | ICTICT602 | Develop contracts and manage contracted performance | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUW11 | ICTSAD505 | Develop technical requirements for business solutions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUU74 | ICTICT508 | Evaluate vendor products and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUW67 | ICTSAS601 | Implement change management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUW06 | ICTSAD504 | Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C General Electives
Up to six (6) units may be selected from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D576 | ICA60111 | Advanced Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFF8 | ICT60120 | Advanced Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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