Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development)
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- Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)
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Course Notes
Applies to all Student Groups
- The Information Technology training package will be updated in 2012. New Awards will be available. Check the TAFE SA website for the latest courses in Information Technology when you apply. Successful applicants are required to commence at Certificate II level unless they demonstrate the core competencies of Certificate II in Information Technology by either successful completion of Certificate II equivalency test, relevant work experience or study. Contact the campus on 8207 8350 for details.
Expected Employment Outcome Example
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to be competent in programming and software development. Graduates could work as a specialist in the area of programming including the ICT and programming aspects of games development. The qualification has a strong ICT base. Possible job titles include: Games Developer; Games Programmer; Middleware Programmer; Programming/Software Engineer; Software Applications Specialist; Software Architect; Software Design Engineer; Software Developer; Software Developer/Programmer; Software Development Engineer; Software Engineer; Xbox Programmer.
Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
Skills Covered
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)
Teaches a broad range of skills in software development including: Web page development - using XHTML and JavaScript; Desk-top application development - using C#.NET and Java with business and game based projects; Database skills - using SQL, mySQL and Oracle; Systems Analysis and Design - using Object Oriented approaches with UML, Requisite Pro and Rational Rose; Industry preparation – Team software development using Subversion and project management covering PMBOK and using Microsoft Project; and Personal Development – identification of personal skills, industry employment analysis and ethical conduct in the workplace.
Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development)
This course teaches a broad range of skills in software development including: Web page development - using XHTML, AJAX, J2EE (JSP, Servlets), .NET(ASP, C#), Open Source (PHP, mySQL) and including security aspects such as SSL and digital certificates; Mobile application development - using J2ME (java midlets) and C#.NET with business and game based projects; Database skills – advanced database design using open source products DBDesigner and mySQL , use of XML, ensuring business continuity through database recovery under Linux (Centos); Systems Design - using Object Oriented approaches with UML and design patterns; and Industry preparation – Quality management of software, strategic planning and a group software development project.
Modules/Units: View Modules/Units
Minimum Entry Requirements
Award - SATAC application process
Any one of:Note: more information on selection
Qualification/Certification
Successful completion of this course provides you with the:
- Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) [ICA40505]
- Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development) [ICA50705]
Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment.
Credit Transfer
Studying at TAFE SA is one of the easiest pathways towards a University Degree. Credit Transfer is the formal recognition that parts of a TAFE SA course are equivalent in content and level to parts of some University courses.
Find otherTAFE SA Credit Transfer Agreements
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| University of South Australia details | | Bachelor of Information Technology | 54 points | 18 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Systems) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Cloud Computing) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Games & Entertainment Design) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Security) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development) | 54 points | 18 months | | Bachelor of Information Technology (Systems Administration) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Software Engineering | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Computing (Multimedia) | 36 points | 12 months | | Bachelor of Business (Management of Information Technology) | 31.5 points | | | Bachelor of Information Technology with Bachelor of Management | 36 points | 12 months |
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| University of Southern Queensland details | | Bachelor of Information Technology | 8 points | 12 months |
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Application Selection
Award - SATAC application process
- Applications for the 2012 Intake must be made through the centralised TAFE Admissions system via SATAC (South Australian
Tertiary Admissions Centre) by the advertised date.
- Applicants can make one application for up to six course preferences.
Note: You must be an Australian Resident to apply for this course. For International Students please visit International Courses.
Fees
Charges vary between courses and subjects and are based on a rate per hour. Concessions may be available to holders of certain government concession cards, and in some circumstances fees may be paid by instalment. A brochure detailing the refund of fees policy is available at each campus.
The standard TAFE SA fee for State Government-subsidised courses undertaken by students enrolled in two consecutive semesters is capped at $2,210 in 2011. This fee cap does not apply to all courses.
Students are generally expected to purchase their own textbooks, personal equipment, uniforms and stationery.
TAFE SA Pre Enrolment Information
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Note: The fees listed are subject to change at any time and do not commit the Institute to charging the fees indicated.
The information was accurate at the time of publication. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes
necessary.
Further Information
For further information about all TAFE SA Courses, phone 1800 882 661 or enquire online