C5402 - Diploma of Information Technology
Plan: C5402AN - Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
Qualification national code: ICT50220
Nominal hours: 1135
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 year full-time
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Future Technologies (520T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code: 107251C
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
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)
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation agreements between RMIT University programs enable you upon graduating from an RMIT University qualification to apply for advanced standing in a higher level qualification. The statements below provide you with information about articulation agreements with this program.
Upon successful completion of the C5402AN Diploma of Information Technology- Advanced Networking (ICT50220) program students are guaranteed entry to undertake further studies in one of the following programs at RMIT University.
- AD006 Associate Degree in Information Technology with 1-year credit (96cp)
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Minimum Academic requirement
- Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
OR
- Completion of Post-Secondary studies (including Certificate III)
OR
- Successful completion of the Australian Senior VCAL Certificate
OR
Alternate Entry - Work experience requirement
- At least 6 months’ work experience in a related field
For international cohorts identified in 2.7.3 the following English language entry requirements are mandatory:
English proficiency tests
Foundation Studies and Vocational Education
IELTS (Academic)
5.5 (no band less than 5.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - iBT
(with minimum score of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
Overall score 60 (with minimum score of 10 in Reading, 9 in Listening, 16 in Speaking and 19 in Writing)
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
Students engaged in this program and over 16 years of age are eligible for Associate Membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS) https://www.acs.org.au/
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
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