ICA60511 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Technology
Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Technology
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to coordinate and administer, as an independent information and communications technology (ICT) specialist or as part of a team, the installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of a range of networks, enterprise servers and systems, including internetworking, security and e-business solutions.
Job roles
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
network administrator or coordinator
network engineer
enterprise systems administrator
systems developer
IT administrator or coordinator
IT operations administrator or coordinator
network services administrator or coordinator
administrator or coordinator network support
network operations analyst
administrator or coordinator network security
administrator or coordinator network e-business.
Subjects
Total number of units = 18
12 core units plus
6 elective units
The elective units consist of:
up to 6 from the elective units listed below
up to 3 from elsewhere in ICA11 at Advanced Diploma level
up to 3 from 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
ICANWK506A Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network
ICANWK507A Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers
ICANWK508A Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches
ICANWK509A Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT networks
ICANWK529A Install and manage complex ICT networks
ICANWK602A Plan, configure and test advanced server based security
ICANWK607A Design and implement wireless network security
ICAPMG608A Manage IT project systems implementation
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
after achieving ICA41011 Certificate IV in Computer Systems Technology, or other relevant qualifications or units equivalent to the core of ICA41011.
OR
with demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments in senior network support roles, including administrator, operations analyst, technician, operations or support coordinator/technician.
Pathways from the qualification
ICA11 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
articulating complex scenarios in a clear, concise manner relevant to all levels of an organisation
writing and presenting complex reports for specific purposes using a range of methodologies and media
Teamwork
consulting with work team to review proposed changes against current and future business requirements
establishing and improving work teams in an IT environment
Problem-solving
analysing and solving network problems related to the installation of hardware, software and networks
anticipating possible major problems and responding with appropriate contingency recovery plans
Initiative and enterprise
developing new criteria and procedures for performing current practices
identifying, analysing and evaluating information from a variety of sources
anticipating and responding to client business needs
Planning and organising
creating project plans to guide the development of systems methodologies
preparing feasibility reports that take into account project scope, time, cost, quality, communications and risk management
planning and designing an intranet
directing and managing the execution of complex IT projects
planning for controls and contingencies when designing systems
Self-management
taking responsibility for own and others’ output in relation to specified quality standards
working according to the Australian Computer Society Code of Ethics regarding security, legal, moral and ethical issues
Learning
keeping abreast of current industry-accepted practices, hardware and software products, including broad knowledge of security features and capabilities
engaging in peer professional development activities
devising and implementing client evaluation and feedback methodologies
Technology
managing and implementing software and hardware diagnostic tools, including multimedia contexts and automated testing environments
installing, configuring and administering complex IT networks