Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
(Network Security)
| Course Code: | ICA60208 |
| Department: | Information Communication Technology |
| Study Area(s): | Information Technology |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year) Part-time day (2 years) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
| VTAC: | Year 12 and mature age applicants can apply for this course at the VTAC website during the VTAC period. |
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Course overview
This course gives you higher level skills, following on from the completion of a Certificate IV in Networking. It provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in planning, technical design, implementation and management of complex and high level ICT networks. This course is made up of 17 units of which 8 are core units.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ICAA5044C | Develop System Infrastructure Design Plan | 30 |
| ICAA5140C | Design a Server | 30 |
| ICAA5144B | Determine Best-Fit Topology For a Local Network | 20 |
| ICAA5145B | Identify Best-Fit Topology For a Wide Area Network | 20 |
| ICAA5245A | Evaluate Rfid Systems | 50 |
| ICAA5246A | Design An Rfid Implementation | 50 |
| ICAA6052B | Design An It Security Framework | 30 |
| ICAA6053B | Design System Security and Controls | 30 |
| ICAB5160C | Build and Configure a Server | 50 |
| ICAI5152B | Implement Risk Management Processes | 20 |
| ICAI5176C | Install and Configure Router | 20 |
| ICAI6187B | Implement Change Management Processes | 30 |
| ICTTC147B | Administer a Data Communications Network (Lan or Wan) | 80 |
| ICTTC168A | Design and Implement An Enterprise Voip and Unified Communication Network | 60 |
| PRSSM504A | Prepare Security Risk Management Plan | 50 |
| PRSTS301A | Identify Technical Security Requirements | 10 |
| PSPPM601B | Direct Complex Project Activities | 40 |
| UEENEEE050B | Undertake Computations in An Electrotechnology Environment | 120 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 100# | $ 2500 | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6500 | $ 3250 |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
# Concession card holders enrolling in a Diploma or Advanced Diploma are under 25 as at 01/01/2012 the concession tuition fee applies.
# If an Indigenous student the relevant concession tuition fee applies.
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Deepening program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1,196.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $1,286.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $2,392.00 | n/a | n/a | $2,392.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $1,196.00 | n/a | n/a | $1,196.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Deepening program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | Capped at the maximum of $2,500.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $2,738.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $6,500.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $3,250.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees breakdown here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
Text books may cost up to $300.00. It is recommended that you have an external USB hard disk of at least 80 GB capacity.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to work in supervisory or management positions in areas such as E-Risk Manager, ICT Security Specialist, IT Security Administrator, IT Security Analyst or Engineer, Network Engineer, Network Security Analyst, Network Security Specialist.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in a robust ICT technical base in the security of networks and systems, implementing risk management processes, implementing change management processes, building high security firewalls and managing business websites and servers.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Kangan Institute students who graduate with a Diploma Information Technology (Network Security) are able to take advantage of the 'pathways' arrangement with La Trobe, Swinburne, Ballarat and Victoria Universities. Students can receive advanced standing (credit) in the form of both priority entry and course credit points towards a bachelor qualification. Each university study unit carries a credit point value.
As of 03/2010, students who have graduated with the Diploma Information Technology (Network Security) can utilise advanced standing pathways in the following bachelor degree:
- Bachelor of Computer Science [90 credit points]
Can I apply?
You may apply if you have satisfactorily completed Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) or equivalent; or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months.
*Some conditions may apply for evening classes.
You can apply for this course via the website for 2012 (click on the Apply Here button). For more information email enquiries@kangan.edu.au
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course has a mid-year intake.
OR
To apply for a full-time position for this course, you must apply through VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre). Details of the VTAC application process are available from the VTAC website at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide which is available from leading newsagents and libraries in August each year.
Direct application will be considered once the VTAC places have been offered and there are vacancies in the course. Contact us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) for further information or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au
OR
New Apprentices/Trainees will first need to be employed and signed up to a “Contract of Training” by an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC), with Kangan Institute listed as the preferred provider . For locations visit http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/. For further information call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
How will I be selected for this course?
At an enrolment session you will have to complete a basic literacy and numeracy test. You will also be interviewed.
How long is the course?
The course spans over an extra 12 months on completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking).
Where and how can I study?
You will study at the Broadmeadows Campus. The course can be completed studying either full time or part time. Classes are held during the day, some classes could be scheduled in the evenings pending on student needs.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
You can apply for this course via the website for 2012 (click on the Apply Here button). For more information email enquiries@kangan.edu.au
What will I study?
The course focuses on security of networks and systems, risk management, change management, firewalls, business websites and servers. Technologies include - Windows Server 2008, CISCO, Linux, IBM Systemi, VMWARE.
