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Now. Always Career Practitioners Main Menu Career Practitioners Career Practitioners How Can We Help Contact us How to Apply Main Menu How to Apply How to Apply Current Year 12 Students International Students Australian Students Recognition of prior learning Diploma of Information Technology Get the computing basics before specialising in computer networking, information systems, software or web development. Home Study Options Diplomas Information Technology Key Information Duration 8 to 12 months Intake Dates February, June, October View important dates Campus Location Melbourne Sydney View all campuses Domestic International Fees A$24,354 FEE-Help available Domestic International Fees A$32,760 CRICOS 076109C Apply now Contact us Download Course Outline Course overview Future-proof your career with digital skills The Diploma of Information Technology provides a broad introduction to computing, after which you will progress to a more specialised area during your degree such as computer networking, information systems, software development and web development. You'll begin to develop an understanding of the architecture and functions of computer networks, learn how to analyse and design information systems and create solutions to programming problems while learning a programming language. Satisfactory completion of any Year 12 English is a prerequisite for this Diploma. Degree pathway Gain direct entry into 2nd year of: Bachelor of Cybersecurity Bachelor of Information Technology Please note that each bachelor's degree program requires students to have completed a specific stream of their Diploma of Information Technology. Course structure What you’ll be studying The Diploma of Information Technology has two streams, each leading to a different Bachelor program. In both streams, you’ll study a total of eight units before graduation. Information Technology stream In the Information Technology stream, you’ll study five core units along with three electives to gain entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology. LTM1AIM Academic Integrity Module (Online, zero credit point unit, all students must complete this unit in their first trimester) This subject introduces students to the principals of academic integrity in the context of La Trobe University’s values and policy. Students learn what their responsibilities are in relation to maintaining ethical standards in all aspects of academic work and the potential ramifications for academic misconduct according to the Academic Integrity Policy. Activities and quizzes are provided, which are designed to develop and understanding of the concepts of cheating, plagiarism and collusion. Topics include an explaining of how the text-matching tool ‘Turnitin” is used at La Trobe, and where to get help and where to go to develop referencing skills. Assessment: Final Quiz (must achieve 8/10 to pass), Statement of Student responsibility (must achieve 10/10 to pass) TCSE1IS Information Systems This subject provides an introduction to Information Systems Analysis and Design. Topics include analysing the business case, requirements modelling, data and process modelling, and development strategies, with an increased focus on object modelling and project management. Student also learn about output and user interface design, data design, system architecture and implementation, and systems operations, support and security. Assessment: Class tests (40%), DB evaluation (10%), Final written exam (50%) TCSE1IIT Inside Information Technology In this subject, students will be provided with a general and practical introduction to information technology for students in a range of disciplines. This subject will guide students to implement the IT skills to their field of study. It covers: fundamental principles of computer operation, the main hardware components of the computer, data storage and retrieval, introduction to system software, introduction to data communications, computer networks, the Internet; operating systems, file management systems, security, introduction to information systems; application software modules: spreadsheets, database packages, the World Wide Web. Assessment: Class tests (40%), Final written exam (60%) TCSE1PE Programming Environment This subject introduces students to analysing, designing, constructing and documenting solutions to programming problems. The students are also introduced to commonly used operating systems and tools used in program development in the Java programming language. Assessment: Quizzes (5%), Progress and programming tests (20%), Programming assignment (5%), Final written exam (70%) TCSE2NEF Network Engineering Fundamentals In this subject we introduce the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. We also look at OSI and TCP/IP layer models to examine the Page 4 of 4 nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The fundamentals of IP addressing and basic concepts of Ethernet will also be studied. Assessment: Class tests (30%), Final lab test (20%), Final written exam (50%) SSTA1DCT Data Based Critical Thinking This subject helps the student evaluate data-based evidence encountered in everyday life. It provides the fundamental numeracy skills required by business people, lawyers, nurses, journalists, social scientists, teachers and other professionals who need to evaluate data-based arguments, whether found in newspapers, television or on-line websites. This is achieved by a combination of studying newsworthy topics introduced in lectures, computer laboratory classes which encourage engagement with others and on-line quizzes that assess numeracy skills. The four themes covered in this subject are gathering useful data, turning data into information, probability and from data to decision making. These themes are designed for students who do not have any background in mathematics, statistics or probability. Assessment: Class tests (30%), Final lab test (20%), Final written exam (50%) TCSE1ICB Introduction to Cybersecurity In the modern Internet era, industries and organizations need to be prepared to defend against cyber threats and attacks. Stakeholders should be familiar with basic principles and best practices of cybersecurity to protect their businesses and personal information. In this subject, these principles and strategies for future cyber security are explored. Key topics include information security, ethical and legal practices, mitigating cyber vulnerabilities, and the process of incident response and analysis. The subject introduces the broad discipline of cybersecurity and outlines how to ensure the privacy, reliability, confidentiality and integrity of information systems and mitigate against cyber threats and risks. Assessment: Test (20%), Quiz (10%), Assignment (20%), Final written exam (50%) TCSE1ACF Cyber Algorithms That Changed the Future This subject introduces core algorithms in cybersecurity that support confidentiality, integrity and availability in information systems. Students will be exposed to the conception, design and implementation processes for new algorithms as they relate to cybersecurity. Real-world case studies from intelligence analysis, fraud, databases, networks and firewalls will be used to illustrate how algorithms can be applied to solve problems. This subject does not require prior knowledge of computer programming. Assessment: Test (20%), Quiz (10%), Assignment (20%), Final written exam (50%) Cybersecurity Stream In the Cybersecurity stream, you’ll study six core units along with three electives to gain entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Cybersecurity. Core units Inside Information Technology (TCSE1IIT) Analysing Business Data (BBUS1ABD) Programming Environment (TCSE1PE) Network Engineering Fundamentals (TCSE1NEF) Introduction to Cybersecurity (TCSE1ICB) Cyber Algorithms (TCSE1ACF) Elective units Electives are subjects from any other Diploma course, for example: Dollars and Sense (BBUS1DAS) Investigating Economic Issues (BBUS1IEI) Working with Others (BMGT1OBE) Marketing: Stand and Deliver ((BMKT1MSD) Programming for Engineers and Scientists (ECSE1CES) Information Systems (TCSE1IS) Popular career paths Employment and career options after completing your Bachelor’s degree: Applications programming Business programming Business systems analysis Computer sales and marketing Computer systems auditor Database administrator Helpdesk support IT consulting Network engineering Network security Systems design and administration Systems auditing Learn more about this Diploma Find out more about what you can expect from the Diploma of Information Technology from the course co-ordinator. More information Entry requirements View entry requirements for domestic and international students here. View requirements Find a representative Contact one of our representatives for further details about this Diploma, units, trimester structures and more. Find a representative How to apply Ready to apply for this Diploma? Follow the application process for La Trobe College Australia here. Apply now Footer Navigation Connect on Social Quick Links About How to Apply Courses Important Dates Policies, Procedures & Forms Get in Touch +61 (03) 9479 2417 (Current Students) +61 (03) 9479 2404 (New Australian students) +61 (03) 9479 5129 (New International Onshore Students) If you would like to contact us, please submit an enquiry on the Contact us page. Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which La Trobe College Australia stands and we pay our respects to their Elders – past, present and emerging. 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