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Information Communication Technology

Department Summary

The Information Communication Technology Department provides basic training from Certificate I through to Advanced Diploma level and short courses in IT, Multimedia, Computer Systems Engineering, Desktop Publishing and Customer Contact.

The success of our students over a number of years at state, national and international level competitions confirms that our staff are dedicated professionals and the department is held in high regard.

Advancements in the IT industry are made available to our students through products and services that include accredited and customised programs, short courses, VET in Schools, traineeships and industry training.

The department has formed an academic alliance with IBM which means Kangan Batman TAFE is the only TAFE Institute that has an IBM I Series Server to give our students a unique understanding of Server Technology. IBM products are embedded in our IT and Computer Systems programs to allow students to gain exposure to up to date technologies.

The IT Diploma has a pathway to Latrobe University with pre-negotiated credits available and has embraced technologies to teach to students in RFID, Wireless, Network Security and the rapidly growing area of Supply Chain.

IT, Multimedia and Computer Systems Engineering, courses are offered at the Broadmeadows, Essendon and Docklands campuses. To cater for a range of students with a variety of needs, some courses are also available as evening classes, in a flexible learning format, or as traineeships combining paid employment with part-time study.

Desktop Publishing is available to VET in Schools students, and Customer Contact training is available to trainees in the workplace.

The Department has regular involvement in projects in IT, Multimedia and Computer Systems Engineering, including the development and review of curriculum for the Victorian IT Training Packages; course and material development for multimedia courses, industry courses, short courses and models to suit requirements for flexible delivery.

Course Offering

The Information Communication Technology Department provides training for a variety of computer related positions.

Students can choose a general qualification including Software Applications, or specialise in Networking, Software Development, Multimedia or Computer Systems Engineering (including on and off line media) RFID, Wireless, Network Security, and there is a key theme of Supply Chain embedded in our IT Diploma.

Call Centre
Computer Systems Engineering
Information Technology
Multimedia
Traineeships

Traineeship programs are also available in many of the areas above. Contact us for more information on (03) 9279 2479.

Flexible Learning

Many of our courses/units are available through flexible learning mode.

VET in Schools

Certificate III in Information Technology and Certificate II in Multimedia are offered as part of the Year 11 and Year 12 curriculum. Desktop Publishing is offered as a year 10 'taster'. Contact us for more information on (03) 9279 2479.

Short Courses

The Department offers short courses at Broadmeadows, Essendon and at the Automotive Centre of Excellence at Docklands. Our courses cover the following areas:

Training for industry

Industry training is another important aspect of our delivery of programs. We can provide training for your organisation either in the workplace or on-campus. Courses can be customised or standard courses offered to suit all office training needs.

The areas of study include:

Corporate Experience

Organisations that have benefited from our training expertise include:

Achievements and Awards

The Department has produced winners in both State and National competitions including the Worldskills Olympics in 2000, 2002, 2004 and 2006 in the Information Technology and Multimedia fields. Two students also went on to represent Australia at International Worldskills competitions and finished within the top 10.

Links and resources

IT&M Student Showcase
http://www.kangan.edu.au/mm

Microsoft
www.microsoft.com

Macromedia
www.macromedia.com
www.flashkit.com/

Adobe
www.adobe.com
www.eyeball-design.com

Discreet
www.discreet.com
www.3dtotal.com

Digital Music
www.sibelius.com
www.mediasoftware.sonypictures.com
www.cakewalk.com
www.bandinabox.com
music journal
www.protools.com

A+ networking
www.comptia.com

Contact Us

Contact the Information Communication Technology Department on:

Phone: (03) 9279 2479
Fax: (03) 9279 2515
Email: ictenquiries@kangan.edu.au