Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
2017 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2016 course information |
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| Award granted | Graduate Diploma of Information Technology |
| Course Map | If you started your course before 2017, please refer to the plan your study page or contact a Student Adviser. |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Cloud Campus | Yes |
| Duration | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| CRICOS course code | 035508E Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Deakin course code | S678 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Quality Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8. |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Career opportunities
- Alternative exits
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
Course overview
Throughout the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology you will learn from a combination of leading-edge theory, technical knowledge and practical experience to develop confidence in problem solving through completion of a supervised project that provides you with the advanced skills required to tackle complex, industry-focused problems head on. The course is ideally suited to those who have completed an undergraduate degree in a discipline outside the fields of information systems or computer science.
You will be introduced to the concepts of system design and learn how to design and implement software independently. This includes designing systems with data abstraction, object-oriented analysis and design techniques together with necessary skills in managing an IT project and a team of IT professionals. You will explore the use of capturing, representing, storing, organising and retrieving information, and develop an understanding of the fundamentals of data modelling and database technology. You will also have the opportunity to explore the latest web programming technologies; techniques for creating web content using HTML, XML and JavaScript; and discuss how web servers and browsers provide functionality.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Career opportunities
A career in IT has almost endless possibilities. In today's IT job market multi-skilling, multi-tasking and cross-skilling are highly valued and Deakin graduates are well placed for a successful career in this industry. Our graduates are well-rounded IT professionals with the ability to meet the future needs of this ever-evolving, fast-moving industry.
Alternative exits
| Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (S578) |
Equipment requirement
For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the School of Information Technology's website, www.deakin.edu.au/information-technology/students or telephone 03 9244 6699.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes (DGLOs) | Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) |
| 1. Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities: appropriate to the level of study related to a discipline or profession. |
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| 2. Communication: using oral, written and interpersonal communication to inform, motivate and effect change. |
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| 3. Digital literacy: using technologies to find, use and disseminate information. |
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| 4. Critical thinking: evaluating information using critical and analytical thinking and judgment. |
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| 5. Problem solving: creating solutions to authentic (real world and ill-defined) problems. |
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| 6. Self-management: working and learning independently, and taking responsibility for personal actions. |
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| 7. Teamwork: working and learning with others from different disciplines and backgrounds. |
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| 8. Global citizenship: engaging ethically and productively in the professional context and with diverse communities and cultures in a global context. |
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Approved by Faculty Board 14 July 2016
Course rules
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology, students must attain 8 credit points. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, however part-time equivalent is available.
Students are required to complete 4 IT foundation units and 4 credit points of level 7 SIT course grouped units available within the Master of Information Technology.
Course structure
Core
Level 1 - Trimester 1
| SIT771 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| SIT773 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus 2 credit points from units listed within the Master of Information Technology
Level 1 - Trimester 2
| SIT772 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| SIT774 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus 2 credit points from units listed within the Master of Information Technology
Course structure
Course structure
Course structure
Electives
Select from a range of level 7 IT course grouped elective units available within the Master of Information Technology.