Diploma of Information Technology He20526v03

TAFE NSW’s Higher Education Diploma of Information Technology prepares students for employment in entry-level roles in the IT industry. Students gain introductory knowledge in cyber security, programming, databases, and internetworking. They also develop critical thinking and communication skills for work as an IT professional.

Learning blends theory and practical course work across course outcomes such as applying ICT knowledge about internetworking, solving ICT problems, conducting ICT research, communicating to different audiences, and working ethically and professionally. Completion requires successfully completing 8 core subjects (80 credit points), and students may be eligible for industry-based certifications including Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CompTIA Security+.

This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol. You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

• A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent or
• A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent or
• A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification

Note: Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising officer

• ICT support technician
• IT support officer
• IT services helpdesk officer