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National code: ICT50220
Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration and Cloud Architecture)
Overview
About this course
Gain a qualification in 2 growing areas of information technology (IT): systems administration and cloud architecture. Build practical skills in IT systems and cloud computing and prepare for senior systems administration roles.
Outcomes
What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
build and manage cloud systems
maintain and support business IT systems
set up and secure networks
protect data and respond to security risks and disaster recovery
solve business problems using technology
manage data and digital infrastructure effectively.
Course outcomes
Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.
A nationally accredited diploma qualification.
Skills to perform system and infrastructure upgrades and maintenance.
Confidence to identify potential security threats.
Strong pathways to continue your studies and improve your job options.
Suitability
Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:
Successful completion of the Higher School Certificate (HSC) or Year 12 equivalent. You’ll need to show your certificate or transcript as proof.
Successful completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology or equivalent. You’ll need to show your certificate or transcript as proof.
Recent relevant industry knowledge, skills and experience. You’ll need to show your resume and a letter from your employer.
Before you start the course, you must complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills test. You must achieve a score of 4 in learning, 4 in reading, 4 in writing, 4 in literacy and 4 in numeracy, 4 in oral communication and 3 in digital literacy. This helps make sure the course is right for your skill level. Your teacher will let you know when to complete the test.
Traineeship
You must be employed as a trainee in the industry.
Your Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) must submit your Training Proposal Plan (TPP).
Visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page for more information.
Completion requirements
During your study, you'll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
commitment and drive to manage a heavy course load
adequate time to complete course work and additional study time outside of class hours
access to a desktop PC, laptop or equivalent computing device and a strong internet connection.
Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills at a Year 12 high school level.
Note:
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills test. This helps us to understand your individual study needs. We’ll make sure your LLND skills match the demands of the course. We can create a plan that supports your study success.
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
Find Your Fit
This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.
Pathways
Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Network Administrator
Network Administrators install and maintain hardware and software, document diagnosis and resolution of faults, manage user passwords, security and inventory documentation, ensure the efficient performance of servers, printers and personal computers, and attend to other operational tasks. They may also perform tasks such as help desk support and user training.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
96%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
4,400 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
41 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$1,890
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
42 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
Very high
Gender share
9% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Moderate Growth
Other jobs include: systems administrator, ICT support engineer, ICT support technician, cloud solutions architect, cloud platform architect and cloud infrastructure architect.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
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Further study1 Course
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Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration and Cloud Architecture) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 units of competency, including 6 core and 14 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units - 6
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Originate and develop conceptsBSBCRT512
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practicesBSBXCS402
Lead and facilitate a teamBSBXTW401
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisationICTICT517
TAFE NSW services
Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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