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Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)

Incorporating:
  • Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites)

TAFE SA Intake 2012
Duration 24 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent
National Code ICA50605
TAFE SA Code HBS
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Example Career Profile Webmaster/ Website Administrator
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  Adelaide City 801314 Apply Now On Campus FT & PT Day & Evening Award

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 for an individual to be competent as a senior ICT professional with responsibilities spanning design, development, site performance, database integration through to implementation and acceptance testing. Possible job titles include: Analyst Programmer; Analyst/Systems Analyst; E-business Development Manager; Ecommerce Architect; Ecommerce Consultant; Ecommerce Programmer; eServices – Web Programmer; Intranet Engineer; Java Developer; Manager Business Development; Perl Programmer; Project Manager; Senior Architect – Ecommerce; Solutions/Applications Architect; WAP Designer/Developer; Web Architect; Web Business Development Manager; Web Developer; Web Development Manager; Web Production Manager; Web Programmer; Web Programmer/Software Engineer; Website Group Manager; Web Usability Engineer; Webmaster/Internet Developer.

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 (Websites)
Skills and knowledge to be competent in website design or administration including addressing copyright requirements; contributing to personal skill development and learning; determining and confirming client business expectations and needs; creating a simple mark-up language document to specification; automate processes; developing and presenting a feasibility report; creating technical documentation; ensuring website content meets appropriate technical protocols and standards; locating equipment, system and software faults; selecting and employing software and hardware tools; maintaining ethical conduct; and managing simple projects. A number of other specialised technical skills are also taught.

Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development)
This course teaches a broad range of skills in website development including:

* eXtensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML)
* Cascading Style Sheets(CSS)
* JavaScript Programming
* File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
* Visual and Interface Website Design Techniques
* Web Authoring using Adobe Dreamweaver CS3
* 2D Animation and ActionScript Programming using Adobe Flash CS3
* Image and Graphic Manipulation using Adobe Photoshop CS3
* E-Commerce Website Development including Payment Systems
* PHP Programming and Database Integration with SQL
* Analysis of Technical, User and Client Requirements for Websites
* Website Documentation and Planning
* Website Accessibility, Testing and Validation
* Information Technology Project Management
* Ethical Conduct, Copyright and Privacy Requirements

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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 (Websites) [ICA40305]
  • Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development) [ICA50605]

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.

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University of Southern Queensland

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Bachelor of Information Technology8 points12 months

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.

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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

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