
Course Duration
104 Weeks

Campus Location
Sydney CBD and Windsor (Regional NSW)

Nationally Recognised
Training

Study Mode
Classroom (Face to Face)
- Course Overview
- Entry Requirements
- Course Structure
- Course Duration
- FEES & CHARGES
- Pathways Information
- VISA Requirements
- Enrollment Process
- CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)
- RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Whether you’re in Regional NSW or the heart of Sydney, qualified information technology professionals are in high demand. The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (IT) is a nationally recognised qualification that will open doors across a range of exciting growth industries.
At New Era Institute, we offer Advanced Diploma of IT courses with two specialisations:
- Cyber Security
- Telecommunications Network Engineering
Both course streams are structured to reflect the requirements and responsibilities across a range of information and communication technology roles. The course will provide you with in-demand technical skills including programming, cyber security, cloud computing and business analysis. Beyond that, it will also provide you with a range of business and people management skills that are vital for managing tech teams and leading complex projects. The Advanced Diploma will prepare you to carry out complex IT tasks within your specialist field and use your expertise to drive projects and direct business strategy.
The Advanced Diploma in IT will help you to develop a range of technical skills highly prized by employers across a range of industries. These include
- Advanced data management including data storage system design and management
- Cyber security including designing and implementing security infrastructure and cyber security compliance
- Web development and programming
- Systems development and analysis
- Telecommunications and network engineering
- Managing teams and interacting with clients
- Critical thinking for complex problem solving
- Managing IP, ethics and privacy
- Business analysis in an ICT environment
Our courses are delivered by experienced industry professionals with extensive real-world expertise.
To find out more about the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology, give us a call on (02) 8964 6457 or contact us online.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no specified entry requirements for this qualification specified within the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package.
Noting this, New Era Institute requires persons who undertake this course to:
For International Students
- Have attained the age  of 18 years or over
- Demonstrate good command of written and spoken English
- Verified evidence of IELTS Level 5.5 or equivalent
- Have completed an equivalent secondary schooling level of a Higher School Certificate (year 12 in Australian schools) or can demonstrate suitable work or life experience
- Meet the Student Visa (Sub-class 500) requirements
COURSE STRUCTURE
ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology is a nationally recognised qualification.
At the time of enrolment, students may get to choose one of these two specialisations:
1 - Cyber Security
2- Telecommunications Network Engineering
The packaging rules consist of 16 units ( 6 core units and 10 elective units)
Core Units
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level
ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment
Elective Units
4 units - Cyber Security Specialisation
ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with relevant cyber security standards and law
ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments
ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations
Other General electives:
ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTPRG535 Build advanced user interfaces
ICTPRG537 Implement security for applications
ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
5 units - Telecommunications network engineering specialisation
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
ICTNWK612 Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks
ICTPMG613 Manage ICT project planning
ICTTEN615 Manage network traffic
ICTTEN622 Produce ICT network architecture designs
Other General electives:
ICTICT523 Gather data to identify business requirements
ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTPRG535 Build advanced user interfaces
ICTPRG537 Implement security for applications
COURSE DURATION
Duration: 104 weeks (80 weeks’ tuition and 24 weeks’ breaks between terms)
Class sessions: 20 hours per week
Please note, to complete your course, you will need to have access to a computer and internet. New Era Institute encourages students to bring their own devices to the campus (where there is free wireless internet access).
FEES & CHARGES
International students
For more information about the tuition fees and other charges, please click on Fees and Charges.
PATHWAYS INFORMATION
After achieving this qualification, you may choose to undertake Bachelor of Information Technology or other Bachelor Degree or other Advanced Diploma qualifications.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
Meet the requirements for the Student Visa (Sub-class 500)
More information about studying in Australia, student visa requirements and application can be found at www.homeaffairs.gov.au
ENROLLMENT PROCESS
The enrolment form should be completed in full and submitted by emailing Admissions Department. Email: admissions@newerainstitute.edu.au The enrolment form must be accompanied by:
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- A copy of passport and
- Student Visa (Onshore Students Only)
- Certified copies of English proficiency (must be obtained within the last 2 years, if required)
- Certified copies of Academic Transcripts and Certificates
- Complete Student Enrolment Form
- Read International Student Handbook on the website
- Send Enrolment Form to New Era Institute
- NEI representative/Agent will contact you to collect documents for GTE assessment
COURSE - CREDIT TRANSFER
Students can apply for credit transfer where there is an exact match of the units of competency within the course achieved through an accredited VET qualification in an approved registered training organisation (RTO).
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If RPL/credit transfer is approved, the student’s Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) will be adjusted to reflect any reduction in the period of study the student is enrolled in. The study load will remain the scheduled 20 hours per week as per the student visa requirements.
*Please refer to the International Student Handbook for more information on Credit Transfer. You may contact the admission department to find out on how to apply via contact us.Â
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Students can apply for recognition of their existing skills and knowledge that are relevant to the units of competency within the course. These skills and knowledge may have been obtained through workplace training or experience and may reduce the number of units required to be completed during the course.
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If RPL/credit transfer is approved, the student’s Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) will be adjusted to reflect any reduction in the period of study the student is enrolled in. The study load will remain the scheduled 20 hours per week as per the student visa requirements.
*Please refer to the International Student Handbook for more information on Recognition of Prior Learning. You may contact the admission department to find out on how to apply via contact us.Â
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Address
- (+61) 2 8964 6457
- info@newerainstitute.edu.au
- Level 6, 56-58 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Suite 13 & 14, 100 George Street, Windsor NSW 2756, Australia
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Address
- Suite 1, Level 2 , 14 Railway Parade Burwood, NSW 2134
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Address
- Suite 13 & 14 100 George Street, Windsor NSW 2756, Australia
- info@newerainstitute.edu.au
- +61289646457
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