Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development) is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work in the IT industry as web programmers, designers and system architects, and/or to continue to higher education courses. The course includes units covering the areas of communication skills, markup languages, web page design, scripting, client-side programming, server-side programming, database integration, site testing, web security, systems analysis and project management. In the final semester student groups complete major projects for industry clients. In the two-year (February intake) program, students can choose to concurrently undertake the Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development) and gain both diploma qualifications at the end of the second year. Prior to that, students may also qualify for a Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) after the first semester, in which students may be required to undertake additional units. The 18-month (July intake) program provides for completion of the Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development) without the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming). On successful completion, students can also apply for higher education courses in IT, computing, business information systems and related areas. For details of the possible exemptions available in Swinburne courses, visit our Pathways websites.
Aims & Objectives:
To empower students with a sound knowledge of web application design and programming To provide students with web development skills in a practical hands-on environment To expose students to realistic web development experience using a project-based approach To encourage students to develop research skills and conduct appropriate research as part of the course outcomes To produce graduates who are highly competent and ready to work in a range of web development entry-level positions
Units of Study:
Prerequisite units (included in course delivery) BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware ICAU2231B Use computer operating system ICAW2001B Work effectively in IT environment ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer ICAU2006B Operate computing packages ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace Compulsory units BSBPM505A Manage project quality ICAA5054C Validate quality and completeness of system design specs. ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans ICAA5141C Design dynamic website to meet technical requirements ICAA5146B Develop website information architecture ICAA5151B Gather data to identify business requirements ICAA5158B Translate business needs into technical requirements ICAB5165B Create dynamic pages ICAB5180C Integrate database with a website ICAP5039B Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise ICAS5102B Establish and maintain client user liaison ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users ICAT5081B Perform systems test ICAT5083B Develop and conduct client acceptance test ICAU5208B Use site server tools for transaction management PSPPM502B Manage complex projects CUFMEM07A Apply principles of visual design and communications to the development of multimedia product ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies ICAB4135B Create a simple mark-up language document to specification ICAB4137B Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs ICAW4027B Relate to clients on a business level ICAA4142C Design a website to meet technical requirements Elective units ICAA5046B Model preferred systems solutions ICAI5197B Install and maintain valid authentication processes ICAT4185B Create a website testing procedure ICAB4170B Build a database ICAT4184B Ensure site usability for full range users ICAT5077B Develop detailed test plan ICAS5203B Evaluate a hosting service ICAS4200B Monitor traffic and complile website traffic reports
Career Opportunities:
You will develop the technical skill and knowledge to help you gain work in the area of website development, including the integration of internal business systems with internet interactivity, database programming, and the integration and development of ecommerce applications. Some possible job roles include systems analyst, analyst programmer, web programmer and web designer. Alternatively, students are well prepared to continue on to degree studies in computing and information technology.
Entry Requirements:
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, or mature age.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the course with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
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. Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
The Victorian Government introduced a new TAFE fee structure from 1 July 2009. Details of the new fee structure and 2010 fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees.
Application Procedure:
Application Procedure: Full-time (Semester 1) applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC codes Hawthorn: 77251 (VGF) Hawthorn: 77254 (Fee) Lilydale: 70231 (VGF) Lilydale: 70234 (Fee) Wantirna: 71121 (VGF) Wantirna: 71124 (Fee) Applicants other than Year 12 graduates must also complete and submit a VTAC Pi (Personal Information) form. For further information on VTAC visit: www.vtac.edu.au Applicants who wish to study part-time should apply direct to Swinburne by downloading the application form at: www.future.swinburne.edu.au/apply/tafe/ Mid Year Intake: Information for students considering applying for Mid Year entry is available at: www.swinburne.edu.au/midyear
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Website: http://www.tafe.swin.edu.au/eng/
