INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSES 2008
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Articulation, Credit Transfers
Certificate II in Information Technology
Certificate III in Information Technology
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Support)
Diploma of Information Technology (System Analysis and Design)
Information Technology (IT) Courses
Australian Pacific College (APC) offers courses in Information Technology ranging from Certificate II level to Diploma level. All our courses are nationally recognised qualifications through the Australian Government's Vocational Education and Training Advisory Board (VETAB) of New South Wales .The courses are approved for overseas students and listed with CRICOS numbers. The courses are designed to maximise both the academic and professional pursuits of students by creating pathways to employment opportunities and further education in their respective fields. You can enrol in one or a number of courses.
Term Dates
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Term 1
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Term 2
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Term 3
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Term 4
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2008
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04 February to 04 April |
28 April to 27 June |
21 July to 19 September |
13 October to 12 December |
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2009 |
02 February to 03 April |
28 April to 26 June |
20 July to 18 September |
12 October to 11 December |
General Course Information
Australian Pacific College (APC) offers business and IT courses for those students who wish to gain a broad understanding of the main functional areas of business and IT and to develop skills necessary for practical application of knowledge within these functional areas. The Business courses offer a useful and practical qualification for students interested in a career in business administration, sales, marketing or management. The IT courses lead to careers in IT support roles, advanced applications through to system design and IT system management.
Course Content and Structure
The Business and IT courses are structured around four 9 -week terms (36 weeks per calendar year). Typically, you would complete 2- 4 modules per term. These modules are completed via a combination of classroom attendance and student self study. Assessment is competency-based and varies from one module to another.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students may be eligible to obtain credits for individual modules as a result of experience gained in employment in relevant business fields or from previous training or education. A fee is payable for assessing your RPL status. Download RPL Application Form. Read the RPL Policy.
Successful recognition may result in a shorter course with advanced standing for some subjects.
Overseas students that gain recognition will have their course length and student visa duration reduced and course fees may be adjusted.
Articulation, Credit Transfers and Learning Pathways
APC Diploma graduates (in IT) can continue their studies in business, IT or management in the second year of a related undergraduate program at most Australian Universities, provided they meet all the University’s requirements. If you are interested in this pathway, please make inquiries at APC.
Pre-Requisites for entry into the Business or IT courses
Academic- The Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
English Language Proficiency- Successful completion of English for Business and IT at APC or successful completion of 10 weeks of English at the Intermediate level at APC or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) proficiency level of 5.5 or above.
Course Fee
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$ 3,500 |
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Course Length
Cert II – 1 term (9 weeks of study)
Cert III – 6 months
Cert IV – 1 year
Diploma – 1.5 years
Qualification
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APC Course Weeks |
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Certificate II in Information Technology ICA20105
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9 Weeks (1 term) |
12 Weeks |
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Certificate III in Information Technology ICA30105
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18 Weeks (2 terms) |
26 weeks (6 months) |
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Certificate IV in Information Technology (Support) ICA40205
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36 Weeks (4 terms) |
52 weeks (1 year) |
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Diploma of Information Technology (System Analysis and Design) ICA50805
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54 weeks (6 terms) |
78 weeks (18 months) |
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ICA20105 Certificate II in Information Technology
CRICOS code: 062200A
Description
This qualification provides the foundation IT skills and knowledge to be an effective IT user or employee.
Job Roles:
- Basic skills development
- IT user in an business environment
- Office assistant
- Junior records management
Course Length:
- 1 Term (9 weeks of study)
APC MODULES:
IT Workplace and Safety
- BSBCMN106B Follow workplace safety procedures
- ICAU3004B Apply occupational health and safety procedures
- ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
- ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Operating Systems 1
- ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
- ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
- ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
Software Applications 1
- ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
- ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
- ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
Computer Hardware
- ICAI3021B Connect internal hardware components
- ICAS3234B Care for computer hardware
- ICAS3115B Maintain equipment and software in working order
Documentation
- ICAD3218B Create user documentation
ICA30105 Certificate III in Information Technology
CRICOS code: 062519M
Description:
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to be an advanced IT user or work in an introductory technical IT support role. You will specialise in the Support Stream learning skills in basic use of technologies that provide first level diagnostic support in a workplace. This stream is a natural progression into Certificate IV in IT Support.
Job Roles:
- Call Centre Support Representative
- Client Support Officer
- Computer Operator
- Customer Liaison
- Customer Service Representative
- Help Desk Officer
Course Length:
- 6 months (2 terms)
APC MODULES:
IT Workplace and Safety
- BSBCMN106B Follow workplace safety procedures
- ICAU3004B Apply occupational health and safety procedures
- ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
- ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Operating Systems 1
- ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
- ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
- ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
Software Applications 1
- ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
- ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
- ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
Computer Hardware
- ICAI3021B Connect internal hardware components
- ICAS3234B Care for computer hardware
- ICAS3115B Maintain equipment and software in working order
Documentation
- ICAD3218B Create user documentation
IT Helpdesk
- ICAS3031B Provide advice to clients
Operating Systems 2
- ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software
- ICAI4030B Install software to networked computers
Software Applications 2
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ICAU3126B Use advanced features of computer applications
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ICAU3028B Customise packaged software applications for clients.
IT Support
- ICAI3110B Implement system software changes
- ICTCC330B Manage customer relationship
System Administration
- ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests
- ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration
- ICAU3019B Migrate to new technology
ICA40205 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Support)
CRICOS code: 062520G
Descripton
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an in a variety of information technology support roles. You will specialise in the Database Administration Stream developing skills in the administration of commercial database systems and could provide database support to an organisation. This stream is a pre-requisite for the APC Diploma of IT System Analysis and Design specialist course.
Job Roles
- Computer Technician
- Customer Support
- Data Administrator
- Help Desk Specialist
- Information Centre Specialist
- Information Systems Administrator
- Network Support Technician
Course Length:
- 1 year (4 terms)
APC MODULES
IT Workplace and Safety
- BSBCMN106B Follow workplace safety procedures
- ICAU3004B Apply occupational health and safety procedures
- ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
- ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Operating Systems 1
- ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
- ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
- ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
Software Applications 1
- ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
- ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
- ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
Computer Hardware
- ICAI3021B Connect internal hardware components
- ICAS3234B Care for computer hardware
- ICAS3115B Maintain equipment and software in working order
IT Helpdesk
- ICAS3031B Provide advice to clients
Operating Systems 2
- ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software
- ICAI4030B Install software to networked computers
System Administration
- ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests
- ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration
- ICAU3019B Migrate to new technology
Work in IT Industry
- BSBCMN304B Contribute to personal skill development and learning
- ICAW4214B Maintain ethical conduct
User Requirements
- ICAA4041B Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
Development Methodology
- ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
Project Management 1
- PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
- ICAD4043B Develop and present a feasibility report
Database 1 - Design and Build
- ICAB4060B Identify physical database requirements
- ICAB4170B Build a database
Automate processes
- ICAB4225B Automate processes
SQL
- ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data
Database Administration
- ICAS4125B Monitor and administer a database
- ICAS4108B Complete database back‑up and recovery
Datatbase Maintenance
- ICAS4114B Implement maintenance procedures
- ICAS4113B Identify and resolve common database performance problems
Techincal Documentation
- ICAD4217B Create technical documentation
Database - Troubleshooting 1
- ICAT4221B Locate equipment, system and software faults
- ICAS4022B Determine and action client computing problems
Database - Troubleshooting 2
- ICAS4106B Action and complete change requests
- ICAS4107B Manage resolution of system faults on a live system.
ICA50805 Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Analysis and Design)
CRICOS code: 062521F
Description
This qualification moves into high level technical skills in information systems and business analysis and design. It places emphasis on client interaction and relationships as well as close attention to organisational and business needs. At this level you develop advanced skills in databases and operating systems operations and troubleshooting. Students enrolling directly into this course need to show that they have the fundamental skills in databases and preferably some work experience. The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Support) is a recommended preparation course. Graduate of the Certificate IV will “fast track” through the Diploma in 4 ½ terms with credit for 5 APC IT modules.
Job Roles
- Applications Architect
- Business Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Systems Architect
Course Length:
- 18 months (6 terms)
APC MODULES
IT Workplace and Safety
- BSBCMN106B Follow workplace safety procedures
- ICAU3004B Apply occupational health and safety procedures
- ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
- ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Operating Systems 1
- ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
- ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
- ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
Software Applications 1
- ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
- ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
- ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
Computer Hardware
- ICAI3021B Connect internal hardware components
- ICAS3234B Care for computer hardware
- ICAS3115B Maintain equipment and software in working order
Work in IT Industry
- BSBCMN304B Contribute to personal skill development and learning
- ICAW4214B Maintain ethical conduct
Business System Analysis 1
- ICAS5102B Establish and maintain client user liaison
- ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements)
Business System Analysis 2
- ICAA5158B Translate business needs into technical requirements
Business System Analysis 3
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ICAP5039B Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise
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ICAA5035B Research and review hardware technology options for organisations
Business System Design 1
- ICAI5086B Scope implementation requirements
Business System Design 2
- ICAA6157B Develop technical requirements for a business solution
System Recovery
- ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans
System Security
- ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users
Database Design
- ICAA5139B Design a database
Database Modelling
- ICAA5153B Model data objects
- ICAA5154B Model data processes
Project Management 2
- BSBPM505B Manage project quality
- PSPPM502B Manage complex projects
Software review system
- ICAB5071B Review developed software
Database System Testing
- ICAT5077B Develop detailed test plan
System Implementatioin
- ICAB5074B Monitor the system pilot
- ICAA5050B Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
System solutions
- ICAA5046B Model preferred system solutions
Project
- covers all competencies.