Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)
Entry Requirements
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Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
Prerequisite knowledge and skills are required that demonstrate basic fundamental ICT knowledge and skills that are in line with the Learning Outcomes from the following Certificate II in Information technology units:
BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Students will only be required to enrol for the Prerequisite courses if they have not previously completed the above units.
Career Opportunities
Program Duration
Includes Certificate IV of Information Technology (Websites) in 1st Semester.
Full-time classes are usually timetabled between 8:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Part Time: 24-36 months (depending on study program chosen)
Part-time classes are timetabled between 6:00pm and 9:30pm week nights.
Program Articulation
Program Award
Certificate IV
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
PART TIME: Ensure that your name, address and phone number are placed on the waiting list by either emailing us or contacting Student Administration & Services on 13 72 48.
FULL TIME: Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Ph: 07 3858 1222
Fax: 07 3367 1164
33 Park Road Milton QLD 4064
Email: qtac@qtac.edu.au
Internet: www.qtac.edu.au
You can apply on online at QTAC`s Website, or alternatively QTAC guides can be purchased from most newsagencies. QTAC applications must be received by the last Friday of September for programs starting first semester the following year or before the end of May for programs starting second semester in the current year. Late applications are available and attract a late fee. Contact QTAC for more details.
QTAC CODE 555234
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Cost
Concession Rate $2,150.00
Quoted costs include $150 fees for the prerequisite Certificate II courses (where required).
Southbank Institute of Technology has a range of scholarships available to support students. Further information is available at www.southbank.edu.au/scholarships
Please note: All programs are subject to a $14 Administration Fee per year, payable on enrolment.
For Additional Information
| Location: | Southbank |
| Telephone: | 07 3244 5175 |
| Facsimile: | 07 3244 6236 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | Level 5 G Block Merivale Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Locked Mail Bag 14 South Brisbane QLD 4101 |
| Email: | enquiry@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.Southbank.edu.au |
Outline
| Semester One To achieve the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) you must achieve: 12 common core units (CERT Common C) plus 9 specialist (Design) core stream units 9 (CERT Design Stream C) 6 elective units (CERT E 4 required for certificate 2 additional electives may be used in diploma). (These courses are delivered in a clustered mode and students should enrol in all courses that make up a cluster) Web Assets Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| ICAT3025B (CERT E - Dip Pre-requisite for ICAT5081B) | Run Standard Diagnostic Tests |
| ICAT4221B (CERT Common C) | Locate Equipment and Software Faults |
| ICAU4205B (CERT Common C) | Select and Employ Software and Hardware Tools |
| Web Communication Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| CUSADM08A (CERT Common C) | Address Copyright Requirements |
| ICAA4041C (CERT Common C Dip Pre-requisite for ICAB4060B & ICAA5151B) | Determine and Confirm Client Business Expectations and Needs |
| ICAD3218B (CERT E - Pre-requisite for ICAD4198B) | Create User Documentation |
| ICAD4043B (CERT Common C) | Develop and Present a Feasibility Report |
| ICAD4198B (CERT Design Stream C) | Develop Guidelines for Updating and Loading Information to a Website |
| ICAD4217B (CERT Common C - Pre-requisite for ICAD4198B) | Create Technical Documentation |
| ICAW4027B (CERT E - Dip Pre-requisite for ICAT5083B) | Relate to Clients on a Business Level |
| Web Design Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| CUFMEM07A (CERT Design Stream C - Pre-requisite for ICAA4142B) | Apply Principles of Visual Design and Communication to the Development of a Media Product |
| ICAA4142C (CERT Design Stream C Dip Pre-requisite for ICAA5141B) | Design a Website to Meet Technical Requirements |
| ICAB4135B (CERT Common C - Pre-requisite for ICAA4142B) | Create a Simple Mark-up Language Document to Specification |
| ICAB4171B (CERT Design Stream C) | Develop Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) |
| ICAI4189B (CERT Common C) | Ensure Website Content Meets Appropriate Technical Protocols and Standards |
| ICAS4201B (CERT Design Stream C) | Transfer Content to a Web Site Using Commercial Packages |
| ICAT4183B (CERT Design Stream C) | Confirm Accessibility of Web Site Design |
| ICAT4184B (CERT E) | Ensure Site Usability for Full Range of Users |
| ICAT4185B (CERT E) | Create a Website Testing Procedure |
| ICAU4207B (CERT Design Stream C) | Apply Web Authoring Tool to Convert Client Data |
| Web Project Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| BSBCMN304A (CERT Common C) | Contribute to Personal Skill Development and Learning |
| ICAA4233B (CERT Design Stream C Dip Pre-requisite for ICAA5158B & ICAP5039B) | Determine and Apply Appropriate Development Methodologies |
| ICAW4214B (CERT Common C) | Maintain Ethical Conduct |
| PSPPM402B (CERT Common C) | Manage Simple Projects |
| Web Scripting Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| ICAB4137B (CERT Design Stream C - Pre-requisite for for ICAA4142C) | Produce Basic Client Side Script For Dynamic Web Pages |
| ICAB4224B (CERT E) | Apply Mathematical Techniques for Software Development |
| ICAB4225B (CERT Common C Dip Pre-requisite for ICAB4136B) | Automate Processes |
| Semester Two To achieve the Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development) you must achieve: Sixteen core units (DIP C) Four elective units (DIP E) Two of these electives may be taken from any Certificate IV in Information Technology program, in the ICA05 Training Package. Additional units shown in this program are highly recommended for further study at university. Website Development Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| PSPPM502B (DIP C) | Manage Complex Projects |
| ICAA5151B (DIP C Pre-requisites ICAA4041C and ICAA4233B) | Gather Data to Identify Business Requirements |
| ICAA5158B (DIP C Pre-requisite ICAA4233B) | Translate the Business Needs Into Technical Requirements |
| ICAA5146B (DIP C) | Develop Website Information Architecture |
| ICAB5165B (DIP C) | Create Dynamic Pages |
| ICAA5054C (DIP C) | Validate Quality and Completeness of Design |
| Database Integration Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| ICAP5039B (DIP C) | Match the IT Needs With the Strategic Direction of the Enterprise |
| BSBPMG505A (DIP C) | Manage Project Quality |
| ICAA5141C (DIP C Pre-requisite ICAA4142C) | Design Dynamic Websites to Meet Technical Requirements |
| ICAB5180C (DIP C) | Integrate a Database with a Website |
| ICAT5083B (DIP C pre-requisite ICAW4027B) | Develop and Conduct Client Acceptance Test |
| ICAS5202B (DIP C) | Ensure Privacy for Users |
| Performance Testing Cluster | Course Code | Course Name |
| ICAU5208B (DIP C) | Use Site Server Tools for Business |
| ICAT5081B (DIPC Pre-requisite ICAT3025B) | Perform Systems Test |
| ICAA5056B (DIP C) | Prepare Disaster Recovery/Contingency Plans |
| ICAS5102B (DIP C) | Establish and Maintain Client User Liaison |
| Web Database Cluster (Note - may use 2 Certificate IV in Information Technology courses from the ICA05 Training package) | Course Code | Course Name |
| ICAA5139B (DIP E) | Design a Database |
| ICAB5068B (DIP E) | Build Using Rapid Application Development |
| ICAB4060B (CERT E) | Identify Physical Database Requirements. |
| ICAB4136B (CERT E) | Use Structured Query Language to Create Database Structures |
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements

