Diploma of Systems Analysis and Design

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to determine client business requirements and to support a project team in the analysis and redesign of systems to ensure they meet client needs.

Job roles

Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

applications architect

business analyst

systems analyst

systems architect

information technology analyst.


Subjects

Total number of units = 21

9 core units plus

12 elective units

The elective units consist of:

up to 12 from the elective units listed below

up to 4 from elsewhere in ICA11 or any other Training Package or accredited course at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level.

The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.

Core units

add topic ICADBS502A Design a database

add topic ICAICT401A Determine and confirm client business requirements

add topic ICAICT403A Apply software development methodologies

add topic ICAICT418A Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment

add topic ICAICT502A Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications

add topic ICAICT509A Gather data to identify business requirements

add topic ICAICT511A Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise

add topic ICTSUS6233A Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects

add topic ICTTEN5204A Produce technical solutions from business specifications

Elective units

add topic ICAICT510A Determine appropriate IT strategies and solutions

add topic ICAICT512A Plan process re-engineering strategies for business

add topic ICAICT514A Identify and manage the implementation of current industry-specific technologies

add topic ICANWK514A Model preferred system solutions

add topic ICAPMG501A Manage IT projects

add topic ICAPRG418A Apply intermediate programming skills in another language

add topic ICAPRG509A Build using rapid application development

add topic ICAPRG514A Prepare for software development using rapid application development

add topic ICAPRG515A Review developed software

add topic ICAPRG518A Monitor the system pilot

add topic ICAPRG524A Develop high-level object-oriented class specifications

add topic ICAPRG527A Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills

add topic ICASAD501A Model data objects

add topic ICASAD502A Model data processes

add topic ICASAS422A Scope implementation requirements

add topic ICASAS502A Establish and maintain client user liaison

add topic ICASAS505A Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

add topic ICASAS506A Update IT system operational procedures

add topic ICASAS507A Implement and evaluate systems for regulatory and standards compliance

add topic ICASAS513A Develop detailed test plans

add topic ICTTEN5024A Provide consultancy and technical support in the customer premises equipment sector

Selecting elective units for different outcomes

The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but are in no way prescriptive.

Analyst programmer

Core units plus:

add topic ICAPRG418A Apply intermediate programming skills in another language

add topic ICAPRG527A Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills

add topic ICAPRG509A Build using rapid application development

add topic ICAPRG514A Prepare for software development using rapid application development

add topic ICAPRG524A Develop high-level object-oriented class specifications

System designer

Core units plus:

add topic ICANWK514A Model preferred system solutions

add topic ICASAD501A Model data objects

add topic ICASAD502A Model data processes


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:

    after achieving ICA40711 Certificate IV in Systems Analysis and Design, or other relevant qualifications or units equivalent to the core of ICA40711.

    OR

    with demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments in senior information technology and/or systems roles, including analyst or design roles.

    Pathways from the qualification

    ICA11 Advanced Diploma or Vocational Graduate Certificate qualifications or other higher education sector qualifications.


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


Licensing Information

There is no link between this qualification and licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements. However users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority. There may be some alignment with industry standard certification competencies.


Employability Skills

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification

Communication

communicating concepts and solutions for complex issues to colleagues and clients

using plain English skills in relation to analysis, evaluation and presentation of information

writing and presenting complex technical briefs and reports

Teamwork

participating in teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions

Problem-solving

analysing requirements and devising solutions to technical problems or management issues

holding discussions on quality issues with development staff and establishing agreed actions

Initiative and enterprise

conducting research to determine client business requirements

integrating sustainability in ICT planning and design projects

matching client IT requirements with the strategic direction of the enterprise

anticipating potential problems and devising solutions

Planning and organising

managing information technology projects in relation to project scope, time, cost, quality, communications and risk management

Self-management

managing own time and work priorities against project plan and schedule

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

Learning

extending own skills and knowledge of tools and software applications and the goods and services provided

devising and implementing client evaluation and feedback methodologies

providing learning and development opportunities for project team members

Technology

determining and administering technology needs

sourcing, purchasing, installing, configuring and testing system components, including software and hardware