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Diploma in Computer Information Technology

2nd June to  27th October,  3rd November to 24th March

How long will it take me to complete this course?

Full-time – 2 years of study.
Part-Time - Selected units are available for evening study, other units can be studied during the day.
 

What are the requirements for entering the course?

To gain entry into this course, you should have successfully completed VCE (or its equivalent), or be a mature age applicant with appropriate experience.
 

Where to from here?

While most graduates gain employment in the Information Technology industry upon graduation, others decide to continue their study at University to upgrade their qualification to a Degree. The Centre for Information Science has generous cross-credit agreements with many Universities, where graduates can gain up to 18 months of exemptions in relevant degree courses.
 

Academic Award

The Certificate in Information Technology will be awarded upon successful completion of the first six months (please notify us on enrolment if you plan to leave after this time, to ensure you enroll in the correct modules).
The Certificate IV in Information Technology will be awarded upon successful completion of all first-year modules.
The Diploma of Information Technology will be awarded after successful completion of all second-year modules.
Units

Please click on an underlined Unit Code for more details.

Software Dev\Networking (1st Year)

These modules are common to both streams

Software stream only

Networking stream only

Software Dev\Networking (2nd Year)

These modules are common to both streams

Software stream only (2nd Year)

Networking stream (2nd Year)

Unit Details

Software Dev\Networking (1st Year)

These modules are common to both streams

IT001 - PROGRAM DESIGN - (20 hours)

This module provides students with the skills to use a 3GL programming language to implement arithmetic operators, decrement and increment operators, composite assignment operators, selection, switch statements and iterations (loops).
 

IT002 - INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING - (45 hours)

This module introduces you to the concepts required to design computer programs.
Topics include:
Some definitions. Eg. Program, algorithm, Software lifecycle, etc.
Structural building block of an algorithm: Sequence, selection and repetition
Learn how to develop a diagrammatic method of algorithm design to solve data processing problems. (Eg. Flowcharts and Pseudo code. ) and the relative merits of Flowcharts and Pseudo code as algorithmic design method.
Desk checking as a method for logical error checking
 

IT003 - INTRODUCTION TO APPLICATION FRAMEWORKS - (65 hours)

This module provides students with the skills required to develop graphical user interface (GUI) applications using an application framework such as Visual Basic. NET
 

IT007 - COMPUTER HARDWARE - (40 hours)

This module provides students with skills required to assemble a microcomputer from components. This includes the ability to select and install appropriate components, and to perform a range of hardware upgrades. This module will also enable students to connect, control, and maintain common PC peripheral devices such as monitors, printers, scanners, mice, etc.
 

IT008 - MICROSOFT WORD & HTML - (45 hours)

This module provides students with the knowledge and skills required to produce, format, and electronically file multiple page word processed documents. It will also introduce students to the HTML language.
 

IT009 - MICROSOFT EXCEL & DATA INTEGRATION - (45 hours)

This module provides students with knowledge and skills in the use of a spreadsheet package to produce worksheets incorporating mathematical and financial functions and common formulae according to user specifications.
 

IT010 - DATABASE SYSTEMS - MICROSOFT ACCESS - (70 hours)

This module enables students to create and modify a database, design queries, and produce reports using both single and multi-tabled systems, using a commercial database package.
It also provides a general introduction to the more advanced skills and techniques involved in using a commercial database package to create an integrated application using a multi-table database.
 

IT011 - BUSINESS SYSTEMS AND COMMUNICATION - (75 hours)

IT011 - BUSINESS SYSTEMS AND COMMUNICATION - (75 hours)
This module will introduce students to OHS, work team communications, client liaison, and discussion about migrating to new technologies and will enable students to develop the skills and knowledge to help them successfully integrate into a business environment.
Topics include:
working in teams
leadership skills
listening and communication skills
the changing face of technology;
selecting and applying new technology for a given situation
OHS
general business principles
 

IT012 - INTRODUCTION TO SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION - (45 hours)

This module provides students with an introduction into the purpose and different functions of a variety of user documentation methods enabling them to create a written specification describing particular user documentation requirements.
This unit will enable students to develop the skills and knowledge to help them:
describe the different types of technical documentation used in a business organisation
use context diagrams, data flow diagrams, system flow charts, hierarchy charts and decision tables and decision trees to describe a given data processing operation/system
produce a physical and logical description of a data processing system
 

IT013 - INTRODUCTION TO CLIENT SUPPORT - (40 hours)

This module will introduce the student to issues related to determining client computing needs, and the technical procedures needed to meet specified requirements.
Topics include:
Determining a problem
Prioritising work
Fixing the problem
Confirming problem resolution
 

IT014 - INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET AND MULTIMEDIA - (55 hours)

This module will examine computer hardware requirements for multimedia use, and identifies multimedia components. The module also provides an overview of the Internet. It assumes no previous experience of computer usage. At the end of this unit the participant is expected to be able to use the internet to locate suitable resources and create a professional PowerPoint slide presentation.
 

IT015 - INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS & OPERATING SYSTEMS - (40 hours)

This module enables students to correctly use standard terminology to describe the main topologies, carrier technologies, and hardware and software components used in local area networks, including the characteristics of such devices and software.
 

IT016 - WINDOWS 2000 NETWORK ESSENTIALS - (40 hours)

This module introduces students to:
the principal features of the Windows 2000 operating system and the basics of networking using Windows 2000 eg. Identify the tools used to perform common administrative tasks, describe the types of user accounts and the principal security features of Windows 2000, etc.
 

IT017 - WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL & SERVER - (75 hours)

Using the Microsoft official curriculum students will receive training in setting up Windows 2000 professional & server. Further independent study will enable the student to sit the first two exams in MCSE qualification.
 

IT018 - TUTORIAL - (20 hours)

Students are provided with the opportunity to discuss various issues related to their course of study with their tutor.
 

Software stream only

IT004 - PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES - (80 hours)

This module provides students with the skills to design and code algorithms in a 3GL programming language. Problems will involve user defined data types, procedures and functions, single and multi dimensional arrays, basic data validation, and sequential text and binary files of simple types, record structures.
It also provides students with further skills in using a 3GL to produce modularised programs which solve data processing problems and object oriented programming.
 

Networking stream only

IT005 - FINANCIAL PROGRAMMING - (40 hours)

This module introduces students in the use of a spreadsheet to set up a customised financial package. This will involve basic macros using Visual Basic and inbuilt functions. This module enables students to improve their Excel skills in a business environment. Topics include:
Importing data created in another application into Excel. eg. Database, text, graphics, etc.
Macros (Creating, running, assigning to an object and editing)
Converting a worksheet list to an Access database.
 

IT006 - MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMMING - (40 hours)

This module introduces students to JavaScript that will enable them to construct web pages to be viewed in Internet explorer, Netscape and other browsers.
Multi-Media Programming
Topics include:
Animation
Dynamic images
Pop-up Windows
How to use image objects and arrays to create an animation. (Rolling banner, image rollover)
Using switch statement to display appropriate messages according to the user’s selection
Creating Cookies
 

Software Dev\Networking (2nd Year)

These modules are common to both streams

IT019 - DB DESIGN AND INTEGRITY - (60 hours)

This unit introduces students to the concepts of database design and the security issues associated with database systems.
Topics include:
Logical database design (normalisation and entity-relationship data modeling)
Issues associated with multi-user database systems
Physical design considerations
Strategies for maximising security/integrity of database systems
 

Software stream only (2nd Year)

IT025 - INTRODUCTION TO JAVA - (40 hours)

This module introduces students to Java programming in a Windows environment,
Topics include:
Writing Java code with a text editor
Use of an integrated development environment to write code
Creating Standalone Java text applications
Creating Standalone Java GUI applications
Creating Java applets that can be viewed in Internet Explorer or Netscape
Simple object-oriented programming
 

IT028 - ADVANCED JAVA PROGRAMMING - (100 hours)

The focus of this course is on the development of professional object-oriented applications involving any or all components of the JDK. A large component of the course will involve development and documentation of a project written in Java.

Networking stream (2nd Year)

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