TAFE NSW Riverina Institute and Charles Sturt University have integrated the Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) (ICA5045) and Bachelor of Information Technology degree. The program is offered through Riverina Institute's Albury and Wagga Wagga Campuses.
The Bachelor of Information Technology has recently undergone a major course review where input was received from industry partners, academic staff and past students. The course now contains a core of eight subject, a relevant IT major (eight subjects) and the opportunity to complete a minor of four subjects in any discipline area (including IT) plus four free electives. This new course will provide you with essential skills for the workplace.
The employment rate for graduates of this course is very high. Graduates may find employment as computing professionals in both the commercial and technical sectors of the computing industry. Employers might be in industry, commerce, small business, large financial enterprises, public utilities, government, education or welfare.
Graduates may also find careers in secondary and further education or go on to postgraduate research.
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) accredits courses in Information Technology to verify that they meet professional standards in terms of content, staff skills, teaching facility and quality assurance. CSU has the highest level of accreditation, that is, accreditation at the professional level.
Students will be given the option to complete semesters 1 - 4 of the Cisco Networking Academy program.
To make sure you are experienced using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace our facilities include:
The course places particular importance on practical experience, and all teaching involves industry standard hardware, software, methods and techniques. Students are encouraged to seek relevant paid work experience in vacations to complement their academic studies.
In their final year project, students investigate, design and implement a substantial computer application to address a practical real world problem.
To graduate students must complete 192 points (the equivalent of 24 standard subjects).
For students completing the integrated program, students will study at either the Albury-Wodonga or Wagga Wagga TAFE Campus and Charles Sturt University to graduate with three nationally recognised qualifications.
These qualifications include:
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To apply for this program, you will need to contact TAFE NSW Riverina Institute.
After enrolling with TAFE NSW Riverina Institute you will need to apply to complete a CSU Application for Admission form 260KB [PDF]. Riverina Institute staff can show you how to complete this.
Once you have completed the CSU application form, you then need to hand this back to Riverina Institute staff who will process this through CSU on your behalf.
Albury Campus | Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 1
TAFE COMPETENCIES
BSBCMN106
Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD201A
Design organisational documents using computer packages
ICAU112A
Operate a personal computer
ICAU200A
Operate computer hardware
ICAU200A Operate computing packages
ICAU113A
Operate database application
ICAU201A
Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU223A
Use computer operating system
ICAW200A
Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW200A
Communicate in the workplace
ICAI302A
Configure and administer a network operating system
ICA1300A
Install and optimise operating system software
ICAI310A
Install and manage network protocols
ICAS320A
Provide basic system administration
ICAS303A
Provide network systems administration
CSU SUBJECTS
There are no subjects to be studied at CSU this semester. TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC105 Communication and Information Management
ITC106 Programming Principles
ITC161 Introduction to Information Technology
[ ] Elective 1
Session 2
TAFE COMPETENCIES
BSBCMN304
Contribute to personal skill development and learning
ICAA404A
Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAB422A
Create scripts for networking
ICAB422A
Automate processes
ICAD404A
Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD421A Create technical documentation
ICAI402A
Install network hardware to a network
ICAI403A
Install software to networked computers
ICAI409A
Install and configure a network
ICAI409A
Build an intranet
ICAI418A
Install and maintain a server
ICAS412A
Monitor and administer network security
ICAS412A
Support system software
ICAT422A
Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAW421A
Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402
Manage simple projects
ICAB413A
Use SQL to create database structures and manipulate data
ICAB417A
Build a database
ICAB406A
Monitor physical database implementation
ICAB423A
Build basic perimeter security into a network
ICAT302A
Run standard diagnostic tests
ICAS411A
Undertake capacity planning
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC211 Systems Analysis
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC242 Introduction to Data Communications
ITC114 Database Management Systems
[ ] Elective 2
Students graduate from Riverina Institute with a Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) (ICA4045).
This is a nationally recognised qualification.
Session 3
TAFE COMPETENCIES
ICAA423A
Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAA514A
Design a server
ICAB516A
Build and configure a server
BSBPM505
Manage project quality
ICAA504A Produce network architecture design
ICAA505A Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICAA515A Translate business needs into technical requirements
ICAI509A Install and manage complex networks
ICAI510A Build an internet infrastructure
ICAS520A Ensure privacy for users
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC233 Network Engineering 1
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC333 Server Administration and Maintenance
[ ] Elective 3
[ ] Elective 4
Session 4
TAFE COMPETENCIES
ICAS520A
Ensure privacy for users
PSPPM502
Manage complex projects
ICAA404A
Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA504A Develop system infrastructure design plan
ICAA514A Determine best-fit topology for a local network
ICA514A Identify best-fit topology for a wide area network
ICAS519A Configure an internet gateway
ICAI515A Implement risk management processes
ICAI517A Install and configure router
ICAA524A Design an enterprise wireless LAN*
ICAB420A
Build an enterprise wireless LAN*
ICAB423A
Build a small wireless LAN*
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC301 IT Project Management *
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC358 Network Security
ITC348 Inside Active Directory
ITC254 Wireless networking*
* Note: prerequisite units need to have been completed successfully in years 1 and 2.
Students graduate from Riverina Institute with a Diploma in Information Technology (Networking) (ICA5045).
Session 5
TAFE COMPETENCIES
Please note: The following is completed as part of a
Selected Studies Program (32000)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
CCNA 1
CCNA 2
CCNA 3
CCNA 4
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC230 Introduction to Web Development
ITC306 Project Preparation and Professional Practice (Major subject 6)
Session 6
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC200 Database Administration
ITC308 IT Project
ITC332 Web Server and Site Management
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following Charles Sturt University study:
ITC233 Network Engineering 1
ITC354 Network Engineering 2
ITC355 Network Engineering 3
Students graduate from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Information Technology.
This is a nationally recognised qualification.
They also graduate from Riverina Institute with a Statement of Attainment in the program 32000 – Selected Studies
Session 1
TAFE COMPETENCIES
BSBCMN106 Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD201A Design organisational documents using computer packages
ICAU112A Operate a personal computer
ICAU200A Operate computer hardware
ICAU200A Operate computing packages
ICAU113A Operate database application
ICAU201A Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU223A Use computer operating system
ICAW200A Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW200A Communicate in the workplace
ICAI302A Configure and administer a network operating system
ICAI310A Install and manage network protocols
ICAS320A Provide basic system administration
ICAS303A Provide network systems administration
ICAS312A Configure and administer a network operating system
CSU SUBJECTS
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following
CSU study:
ITC105 Communication and Information Management
ITC106 Programming Principles
ITC161 Introduction to Information Technology
[ ] Elective 1
Session 2
TAFE COMPETENCIES
BSBCMN304
Contribute to personal skill development and learning
ICAA404A
Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAB422A
Create scripts for networking
ICAB422A
Automate processes
ICAD404A
Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD421A
Create technical documentation
ICAI402A
Install network hardware to a network
ICAI403A
Install software to networked computers
ICAI409A
Install and configure a network
ICAI409A
Build an intranet
ICAI418A
Install and maintain a server
ICAS412A
Monitor and administer network security
ICAS412A
Support system software
ICAT422A
Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAW421A
Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402
Manage simple projects
ICAB413A
Use SQL to create database structures and manipulate data
ICAB417A
Build a database
ICAB406A
Monitor physical database implementation
ICAB423A
Build basic perimeter security into a network
ICAT302A
Run standard diagnostic test
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC211 Systems Analysis
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC242 Introduction to Data Communications
ITC114 Database Management Systems
[ ] Elective 2
Students graduate from Riverina Institute with a Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) (ICA4045).
This is a nationally recognised qualification.
Session 3
TAFE COMPETENCIES
ICAA423A
Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAA514A
Design a server
ICAB516A
Build and configure a server *
BSBPM505
Manage project quality
ICAA504A
Produce network architecture design
ICAA505A
Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICAA515A
Translate business needs into technical requirements
ICAI509A
Install and manage complex networks
ICAI510A
Build an internet infrastructure
ICAS520A
Ensure privacy for users
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC233 Network Engineering 1*
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU study:
ITC333 Server Administration and Maintenance
[ ] Elective 3
[ ] Elective 4
Session 4
TAFE COMPETENCIES
ICAS520A
Ensure privacy for users
PSPPM502
Manage complex projects
ICAA404A
Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA504A
Develop system infrastructure design plan *
ICAA514A
Determine best-fit topology for a local network
ICA514A
Identify best-fit topology for a wide area network
ICAS519A
Configure an internet gateway
ICAS412A
Monitor and administer network security
ICAS512A
Manage network security
ICAI515A
Implement risk management processes
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC301 IT Project Management *
ITC355 Network Engineering 2 *
TAFE studies contribute to credit for the following CSU
study:
ITC358 Network Security
ITC348 Inside Active Directory
* Note: prerequisite units need to have been completed successfully in years 1 and 2.
Students graduate from Riverina Institute with a Diploma in Information Technology (Networking) (ICA5045).
Session 5
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC306 Project Preparation and Professional Practice
ITC355 Network Engineering 3
ITC331 Security, Privacy and Ethics
[ ] Minor 1
Session 6
CSU SUBJECTS
ITC308 IT Project
[ ] Minor 2
[ ] Minor 3
[ ] Minor 4
Students graduate from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Information Technology. This is a nationally recognised qualification.
Students also graduate from Riverina Institute with a Statement of Attainment in the program 32000 – Selected Studies.
More information about the TAFE program
To be admitted into the course, prospective students need to indicate their likelihood of success through:
Previous studies include:
NSW and interstate school leavers are normally selected on the basis of their Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or interstate equivalent. You may also be admitted on the basis of a strong performance in subjects relevant to your course preferences.
Currently no secondary school subjects are prerequisites for admission to particular CSU courses however some courses assume a certain level of knowledge. This will be specified in the course information if applicable.
Applicants will be deemed to have sufficient English proficiency if they:
All other applicants must explicitly demonstrate proficiency.
Acceptable tests for English proficiency
Any of the following results, attained within the last two years, can be used to demonstrate English proficiency:
An applicant who does not otherwise meet the University’s requirements may be admitted on the recommendation of the Dean of the appropriate faculty.
You may also be admitted to a course based on other attainments and experience. These may include:
CSU places great emphasis on services to its students. It is a leader in the provision of online services and, in particular, the use of the internet in the support of teaching, administration and communications with students.
The online environment is so integrated into all aspects of student life and the learning experience at CSU that the University now assumes that all on campus and distance education students at CSU will have ongoing access to an internet connected computer capable of communicating with CSU online systems.
Students enrolled in Information Technology subjects (i.e. with an ITC subject code) may be required to have additional hardware and/or software that is deemed essential for the completion of the learning activities in that subject.
There are no additional requirements associated with the application for enrolment into this course
For all inquiries about Charles Sturt University courses, please contact info.csu on:
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