Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)

Description

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent as a senior ICT professional with responsibilities spanning design, development, site performance, database integration through to implementation and acceptance testing. The qualification has a strong common core ICT Diploma base with the potential for up to 30 per cent of all units to come from outside of ICA05 if appropriate.

Job Roles

Depending on the level of responsibility and the particular job roles involved, duties may include integration of internal business systems with a browser interface, designing the processes and architecture of an enterprise's internet presence, aligning the client's web presence with its business strategy and specifying e-business application system requirements. At a project management level, a person may provide advice to business units and coordinate related activities, coordinate the on-time, on-budget delivery of e-business solutions or oversee the technical and creative team from conception to delivery.

Typically, web development professionals have experience in programming and systems design, with e-commerce/e-business roles generally calling for experience in either business systems analysis and systems development.

Possible job titles include:

Analyst Programmer

Analyst/Systems Analyst

E-business Development Manager

Ecommerce Architect

Ecommerce Consultant

Ecommerce Programmer

eServices - Web Programmer

Intranet Engineer

Java Developer

Manager Business Development

Perl Programmer

Project Manager

Senior Architect - Ecommerce

Solutions/Applications Architect

WAP Designer/Developer

Web Architect

Web Business Development Manager

Web Developer

Web Development Manager

Web Production Manager

Web Programmer

Web Programmer/Software Engineer

Website Group Manager

Web Usability Engineer

Webmaster/Internet Developer

Prerequisite Requirements

A number of units within this qualification have prerequisites. These are detailed as follows:

Code and Title

Prerequisite units required

ICAA5141C Design and develop dynamic websites to meet technical requirements

ICAA4142C Design a website to meet technical requirements #

ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements

ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs

ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies

ICAA5158B Translate business needs into technical requirements

ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies

ICAP5039B Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise

ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs

ICAT5081B Perform systems test

ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests

ICAT5083B Develop and conduct client acceptance test

ICAW4027B Relate to clients on a business level

# This unit has prerequisite requirements. Section 1.6 provides further details.


Subjects

Qualification Structure

To attain the ICA50605 Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development) 20 units must be achieved:

16 core units; plus

4 elective units

Achieve 16 Core Units

Core

add topic BSBPMG505A Manage project quality

add topic ICAA5054C Validate quality and completeness of system design specifications

add topic ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans

add topic ICAA5141C Design and develop dynamic websites to meet technical requirements

add topic ICAA5146B Develop website information architecture

add topic ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements

add topic ICAA5158B Translate business needs into technical requirements

add topic ICAB5165B Create dynamic web pages

add topic ICAB5180C Integrate database with a website

add topic ICAP5039B Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise

add topic ICAS5102B Establish and maintain client user liaison

add topic ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users

add topic ICAT5081B Perform systems test

add topic ICAT5083B Develop and conduct client acceptance test

add topic ICAU5208B Use site server tools for transaction management

add topic PSPPM502B Manage complex projects

Achieve 4 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources (Listed in Recommended Order)

Information Technology and Communications Training Package ICA05 at Diploma or Advanced Diploma (up to 2 units can be selected at Certificate IV); and/or

preferred Training Packages at Diploma or Advanced Diploma (ICT02 Telecommunications; BSB07 Business Services; CUF07 Screen and Media; ICP05 Printing and Graphic Arts); and/or

any other Training Package (to maximum of 2 units) at Diploma or Advanced Diploma based on documented industry or enterprise needs


Subject lists

Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)
Units: ICAB5165B, ICAA5141C, ICAB5180C

Pathways...

    Not Applicable


Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

The following units contain the basic fundamentals of ICT knowledge and skills for all qualifications at Certificate III in IT and above. These units or demonstrated equivalence are required for entry into this qualification:

BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures

ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages

ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer

ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware

ICAU2006B Operate computing packages

ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages

ICAU2231B Use computer operating system

ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment

ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace


Licensing Information

Not Applicable


Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary

ICA50605 Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required for a Web Developer/Architect. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

communicating clear concepts and solutions to complex issues in an unambiguous manner to colleagues and clients

using plain English literacy and communication skills in relation to analysis, evaluation and presentation of information, for example when record keeping and auditing

using report writing skills for business, requiring depth in some areas, and analysis and evaluation of information, for example when developing supporting documentation regarding maintenance issues

Teamwork

coordinating groups and teams

participating in teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions

Problem Solving

analysing and planning approaches to technical problems or management requirements

developing and implementing risk management plans

Initiative and Enterprise

transferring and applying theoretical concepts and/or technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Planning and Organising

planning and documenting a process to design, build and test a dynamic website so that it meets technical requirements and web development standards

using project planning skills in relation to scope, time, cost, quality, communications and risk management for example, when reviewing user requirements

Self-management

taking personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others

Learning

undertaking awareness training to inform relevant stakeholders

Technology

identifying technology needs, sourcing, purchasing, installing, configuring and testing website components including software and hardware