This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have established specialised skills in a technical ICT function such as General Application Support Officer, IT Office Manager. This role enables individuals to carry out moderately complex tasks in specialist fields, working independently, as part of a team or leading deliverables with others. They may apply their skills across a wide range of industries, business functions and departments, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).

This qualification requires skills such as: advance networking, advanced programming, backend web development, business analysis, cloud architecture, cloud engineering, cyber security, game programming, game art and design, system administration, system analysis, etc.

Students of ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology course will be advised of the assessment requirements at the beginning of training of each unit.

ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology course assessments are the process of collecting evidence and making judgements about whether competency has been achieved to confirm whether an individual can perform to the standards expected in the workplace, as expressed in the relevant endorsed unit of competency.

Assessments are carried out in accordance with:

• Identified industry benchmarks and available best practice relevant for particular assessment.
• specific industry requirements.
• specific principles of assessment.
• rules of evidence.

The Assessment tasks given to the students throughout the unit of competency will require the students to manage their workload and schedule assessment tasks accordingly. As this is a competency-based course, assessments continue throughout the course until the participant either achieves competency in their assessment tasks or a further training need is identified and addressed.

Formative assessment is provided throughout the course in terms of practice.  This is achieved through using the tasks outlined in the learners’ resources as practice.  Those tasks are separate to the summative assessment process that concludes each unit of competency.

The assessment process for all students in ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology course may include theory, projects and practical assessments.

Each unit has an individual assessment tool and a mapping document which establishes the details of the assessment methodology including:

• Outlining the assessment methods;
• Providing instructions for the Trainer & Assessor;
• Providing instructions for the students;
• Being mapped to the unit of competency;
• Ensuring assessment is summative.

All activities and projects are assessed by the assigned Assessor and then returned to the student with feedback. Assessor’s feedback to student allows them to monitor their progress before progressing onto new activities so they may apply lessons learned in their previous assessments.

The assessment process may include theory, projects and practical assessments.

Each unit in ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology course has an individual assessment tool and mapping document which establishes the details of the assessment methodology including:

• Outlining the assessment methods;
• Providing instructions for the Trainer & Assessor;
• Providing instructions for the students;
• Being mapped to the unit of competency through a separate mapping document;
• Ensuring assessment is summative.

All activities and projects are assessed by the assigned Assessor and then returned to the student with feedback. Assessor’s feedback to student allows them to monitor their progress before progressing onto new activities so they may apply lessons learned in their previous assessments.

• For admission into this course, all students must be of the age of 18 years or over at the time of applying for admission. Entry into this course requires IELTS band score of 5.5 or equivalent in line with Department of Home Affairs regulations.
• Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry into this course.

Mature age students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements but with relevant work experience within chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet course requirements. Please note that the minimum English Language Level requirements apply to all students.

The students will also be required to undertake an LLN test to identify if they will require additional learning support and if the identified level of additional support is within RSB capabilities to deliver. Based on the group of students that this course is designed for all are expected to have high- level of LLN capabilities.

Enrolment Fee(non-refundable): $250.00

Course Tuition Fee: $12,400.00

Material Fee: $150.00

Late/ Re-Assessment Fee: $50 per unit

The course fee is inclusive of the following items;

• The learning resources.
• Trainer and assessor support by phone and email.
• Up to 1.5 Years (78 weeks, fulltime) months to complete the course.
• Support services listed in Learner Support.
• Certificate and Record of Results issuance (does not include replacement certificates).

Bank Details

For direct deposit, please contact Student Support for Richmond School of Business bank details.

Once a student has submitted the Enrolment Form, payment for the course must be made immediately.

On the basis of the individual’s LLN test outcomes, the School will arrange appropriate learner support in the following areas:

• Language
• Literacy
• Numeracy

Prospective students who require additional support services to those offered by Richmond School of Business, will need to verify that these support options are available before enrolment by calling the office on +61 2 8844 1000.

Please note that the support services offered above form part of the reasonable adjustment’s options offered by Richmond School of Business. If a student needs access to the support services listed above, no additional fees apply.

Support from Trainers / Assessors

Each enrolled student will have access to trainer / assessor support. Trainers / assessors can be contacted by telephone and email during business hours. There is no additional cost to chat with a trainer or assessor. All of our trainers and assessors are passionate industry experts who are available to guide you through your learning experience.

Student Support Services Department

Richmond School of Business has a dedicated Student Support Services Department which provides administrative support to enrolled students (e.g., how to log into the online learning system, etc.).

Student Welfare

RSB is committed to the academic success and emotional wellbeing of its students. RSB student support staff, Academic Manager and the Principal will offer initial student welfare advice. For students needing professional counselling, RSB has contracted an external qualified Student Welfare Counsellor, Mrs Judith Bowler. RSB Principal may refer students to Mrs Bowler for counselling/welfare advice, if/when required.

RSB will pay for the first consultation. Subsequent consultation charges will be borne by the student.

Each student must provide their USI (Unique Student Identifier) before they are to commence their studies. If you do not have a USI, you can create one at:

https://www.usi.gov.au/students/create-your-usi

RSB will assist students to create their USI if required. Students must contact admin@rsb.edu.au or the RSB Reception Desk at +61 28844 1000 if they face any challenges with creating their USI.

The assessment resources in general for this course are given below: