Advanced Diploma of Information Technology

Description

This qualification provides high level ICT, process improvement and business skills and knowledge to enable an individual to be effective in senior ICT roles within organisations. The qualification builds on a core management base with streaming and electives choice to suit particular ICT and business needs.

The qualification accommodates a number of qualifications from ICA99 Version 3, specifically:

This qualification also provides a logical next step as a capstone qualification for ICT Diploma graduates and could also be entered on a 'discipline transfer' basis for individuals without ICA05 qualifications.

It has 4 specialist streams each with definable vocational outcomes:

Systems or Software Process Improvement Stream Designed to equip people to undertake high level systems and software improvement. These process improvement activities may be ISA15504, ISO9000, CMMI or other equivalent system.

Systems Development Stream Focuses on the development of high level strategic planning and evaluation skills, which underpin ICT technical decision making in the development and execution of web, database and related systems technology solutions for business. It imports several units with research and security assessment, which round out the strong ICT technical and managerial base underpinning this stream.

E-learning Stream A 'blend' based on the common core of innovation, change and project management with the e-learning stream it provides a design and development focus in e-learning. By judicious choice of electives, it can inject the appropriate ICT robustness of technical foundations recommended for online and interactive delivery. Possible job titles include E-learning Business Development Manager, ICT Curriculum Manager, E-learning Developer, Online Training Manager.

Knowledge Management Stream This stream also incorporates a number of imported business units provide knowledge and skills for managing the acquisition, analysis and distribution of information and knowledge. In the context of growing commercial needs in this area, the stream is designed to provide individuals with the fundamental ICT skills to develop, implement and manage a range of systems, procedures and work practices to capture, share and leverage business information and knowledge. Based on a core of strong ICT skills covering fields such as data modelling, database design and warehousing, the stream also recognises other necessary skills by incorporating communication and business strategy and policy formulation. Possible job titles include Business Intelligence Consultant, Information Architect, Knowledge Manager.

The overall qualification structure provides flexibility to pick up studies in areas other than the listed 'streams' such as e-business, marketing, business development and project management based on the wide choice of electives from General Electives list and the opportunity to select up to 25 per cent of total units from any other Training Package.

Job Roles

Vocational outcomes will vary with the fields of studies and streams selected. Guidance is provided within several streams above and additional information (adjusted for the different levels) can be found in Diploma level qualifications in the same area of ICT (software, database and web development).


Subjects

Qualification Structure

To attain the ICA60105 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology 16 units must be achieved:

3 common core units; plus

5 specialist core stream units - Systems or Software Process Improvement; or

5 specialist core stream units - Systems Development; or

5 specialist core stream units - E-learning; or

5 specialist core stream units - Knowledge Management; plus

8 elective units

Achieve 3 Common Core Units

Common Core

add topic BSBEBUS605A Identify and implement e-business innovation

add topic ICAI6187B Implement change management processes

add topic PSPPM601B Direct complex project activities

Achieve 5 Core Units Chosen from 1 of the following Specialist Core Streams (Systems or Software Process Improvement, Systems Development, E-learning, Knowledge Management)

Specialist Core Stream - Systems or Software Process Improvement

add topic BSBEBUS609A Develop a knowledge management strategy for an e-business

add topic BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement

add topic BSBFLM510B Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation

add topic ICAA6149B Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions

add topic ICAA6157B Develop technical requirements for a business solution

Specialist Core Stream - Systems Development

add topic ICAA5035C Research and review hardware technology options for organisations

add topic ICAA6149B Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions

add topic ICAA6157B Develop technical requirements for a business solution

add topic ICAP6040B Develop contracts and manage contracted performance

add topic PRSTS301A Identify technical security requirements

Specialist Core Stream - E-Learning

add topic CUFDIG502A Design web environments

add topic TAAASS501B Lead and coordinate assessment systems and services

add topic TAADEL503B Provide advanced facilitation to support learning

add topic TAADES501B Design and develop learning strategies

add topic TAAENV501B Maintain and enhance professional practice

Specialist Core Stream - Knowledge Management

add topic BSBEBUS511A Implement a knowledge management strategy for an e-business

add topic BSBEBUS609A Develop a knowledge management strategy for an e-business

add topic ICAI5216B Monitor and improve knowledge management system

add topic ICAA5150C Evaluate vendor products and equipment

add topic ICAA5138B Determine acceptable developers for projects

Achieve 8 elective units chosen from the following sources (listed in preferential order)

any ICA60105 Specialist Core Stream above (units not already taken); and/or

any ICA60105 Specialist Electives Stream below; and/or

ICA60105 General Electives list below; and/or

ICA05 Information and Communications Technology Training Package at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level units and which have not been previously counted in a Diploma qualification; and/or

any other Training Package units at Advanced Diploma (to a maximum of 4 units) based on documented industry or enterprise needs

Specialist Electives Stream - Systems or Software Process Improvement

add topic BSBEBUS505A Implement new technologies for business

add topic BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement

add topic BSBWOR502A Ensure team effectiveness

add topic BSBFLM514A Manage people

add topic BSBMGT608B Manage innovation and continuous improvement

add topic BSBPMG508A Manage project risk

add topic ICAP5036B Determine appropriate IT strategies and solutions

add topic ICAP6038B Develop strategic and action plans

Specialist Electives Stream - Systems Development

add topic ICAA5046B Model preferred system solutions

add topic ICAA5050B Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications

add topic ICAA5139B Design a database

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

add topic ICAA5146B Develop website information architecture

add topic ICAA5147B Determine suitability of database functionality and scalability

add topic ICAA5148B Select new technology models for business

add topic ICAA5153B Model data objects

add topic ICAA5154B Model data processes

add topic ICAB5068B Build using rapid application development

add topic ICAB5165B Create dynamic web pages

add topic ICAB5180C Integrate database with a website

add topic ICAS5118C Manage system security

add topic ICAS5199B Manage business websites and servers

add topic ICAS5203B Evaluate and select a web hosting service

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

Specialist Electives Stream - E-Learning

add topic BSBEBUS501A Evaluate e-business opportunities

add topic BSBEBUS505A Implement new technologies for business

add topic BSBEBUS513A Plan e-learning

add topic BSBEBUS514A Implement e-learning

add topic BSBEBUS515A Facilitate e-learning

add topic BSBWOR502A Ensure team effectiveness

add topic BSBMGT615A Contribute to organisational development

add topic BSBRKG608B Plan management of records over time

add topic CUFWRT601A Write scripts

add topic CUFWRT07A Write an interactive sequence for multimedia

add topic CUSGEN03A Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project

add topic ICAA5035C Research and review hardware technology options for organisations

add topic ICAA5143C Implement process re-engineering strategies in an organisation

add topic ICAS5199B Manage business websites and servers

add topic ICAS5203B Evaluate and select a web hosting service

Specialist Electives Stream - Knowledge Management

add topic BSBEBUS512A Implement electronic communication policy

add topic ICAA5143C Implement process re-engineering strategies in an organisation

add topic ICAP5155B Plan process re-engineering strategies for business

add topic ICAB5062B Perform data conversion

add topic ICAB5063B Monitor and support data conversion

add topic ICAB5164B Create a data warehouse

add topic ICAI5096B Complete data transition

General Electives

add topic BSBEBUS501A Evaluate e-business opportunities

add topic BSBEBUS503A Design an e-business

add topic BSBEBUS504A Implement an e-business strategy

add topic BSBEBUS505A Implement new technologies for business

add topic BSBEBUS510A Manage e-business outsourcing

add topic BSBEBUS601A Develop an e-business strategy

add topic BSBPMG505A Manage project quality

add topic BSBPMG601A Direct the integration of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG602A Direct the scope of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG603A Direct time management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG604A Direct cost management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG605A Direct quality management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG606A Direct human resources management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG607A Direct communications management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG608A Direct risk management of multiple projects/programs

add topic BSBPMG609A Direct procurement and contracts of multiple projects/programs

add topic ICAI5152B Implement risk management processes

add topic ICAI5253A Implement and evaluate systems for regulatory and standards compliance

add topic ICAP5036B Determine appropriate IT strategies and solutions

add topic ICAP6040B Develop contracts and manage contracted performance

add topic ICTTC168A Design and implement an enterprise VoIP&unified communications network


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

ICA60105 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required for a Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer. 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

negotiating with stakeholders and team members

using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

using communication skills to achieve stakeholder engagement

Teamwork

coordinating groups and teams

participating in teams including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions

Problem Solving

managing processes related to business involves analysis, documentation and process re engineering across a broad range of technical and managerial functions, including identifying technical and human processes interactions

Initiative and Enterprise

generating ideas through the analysis of information and concepts at an abstract level

initiating alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, including evaluation and coordination

participating in development of strategic initiatives

Planning and Organising

analysing and planning approaches to technical problems or management requirements

planning, implementing and monitoring information technology change

Self-management

applying ethical decision making and problem-solving related to project management of complex projects

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

self directing application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others

taking responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Learning

leading and mentoring people to achieve project outcomes

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

Technology

identifying high level hardware, software and network requirements and implementing solutions