Diploma of Information Technology

Digital is the way of the future.

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I got to learn other specifics of Information Technology like web design, programming, and information systems before I choose a major, so I’ve got more skills up my sleeve.

Sisilia Anastasia Howie,
Diploma of Information Technology

Duration

2 trimesters (8 months)
3 trimesters (12 months)

Intakes

Trimester 1, 2, 3
Key dates

Location

Mount Gravatt (Brisbane)

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Information Technology overview

The Diploma of Information Technology is structured to provide a broad understanding of all aspects of IT in preparation for further studies in computer programming, database administration, information systems, interactive web development, software development and systems design.

You will gain the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to progress to your degree, including creditable industry placements and the opportunity to join the App Factory – an IT development platform for start-ups.

2021 Fees

Domestic students	International students
A$22,550	A$31,500

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I’m really glad I chose Griffith College, as it has prepared me for going to university with the different class sizes.

Sisilia Anastasia Howie,
Diploma of Information Technology

STUDY OPTIONS

Where could this diploma take me?

With a Diploma of Information Technology from Griffith College you could start your journey towards one of the careers below:

Information Technology analysis and project management	Network design and support	Software acquisition and integration
Information Systems architecture design and management	Games design and development	Programming and app development
Maintenance and support	Systems security	Database development
Interactive media designer

Sample program structure

Students who enter with an IELTS (or equivalent) < 6.0 will be required to undertake the free Language Development Modules as part of their program.

First trimester

1020QBT Academic & Professional Skills Develop for Science & Technology


This course offers students a broad introduction to the skills involved in acquiring information and in displaying knowledge to others. It includes the basic knowledge skills required to successfully participate in an undergraduate degree program and to operate effectively in a professional context. Assessment plan: SWOT Analysis and Critical Reflection (25%) Team Presentation (30%) Report (45%) ‡ Students who enter with an IELTS ≥ 7.0 (or equivalent), or whose first language is English, will be required to undertake 1020QBT Academic & Professional Skills Development for Science & Technology.

This course offers students a broad introduction to the skills involved in acquiring information and in displaying knowledge to others. It includes the basic knowledge skills required to successfully participate in an undergraduate degree program and to operate effectively in a professional context.

Assessment plan:

SWOT Analysis and Critical Reflection (25%)
Team Presentation (30%)
Report (45%)

‡ Students who enter with an IELTS ≥ 7.0 (or equivalent), or whose first language is English, will be required to undertake 1020QBT Academic & Professional Skills Development for Science & Technology.

1001ICT Programming 1


This course is the first programming course students encounter in the Diploma of Information Technology. The course introduces modern programming concepts and techniques and provides a foundation for subsequent programming courses within the Diploma of Information Technology. You will learn how to code in a creative context, utilising a practical and hands-on approach, producing generative art, data visualisations, and interactive interfaces. Assessment plan: Weekly activity (20%) Quiz 1 (10%) Quiz 2 (10%) Assignment 1 (30%) Assignment 2 (30%)

This course is the first programming course students encounter in the Diploma of Information Technology. The course introduces modern programming concepts and techniques and provides a foundation for subsequent programming courses within the Diploma of Information Technology. You will learn how to code in a creative context, utilising a practical and hands-on approach, producing generative art, data visualisations, and interactive interfaces.

Assessment plan:

Weekly activity (20%)
Quiz 1 (10%)
Quiz 2 (10%)
Assignment 1 (30%)
Assignment 2 (30%)

1004ITF Information Technology Fundamentals


This course provides students with the opportunity to develop core professional skills required to complete their IT degree, gain practical experience and develop insights into the IT industry. The course guides students using several modes including: Problem-, Project- and Experiential-Based Learning. Students learn by undertaking a project using commercial methods and practices. The course provides basic techniques in the use of software tools for preparation of documentation needed for their project. Preparations for oral and written communications also form major components of the course. Assessment plan: In-class “Writing Skills” (3 x 5%=15%) Individual Project Presentations (10%) ePortfolio Professional Development Planning (25%) Project Reporting (50%)

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop core professional skills required to complete their IT degree, gain practical experience and develop insights into the IT industry. The course guides students using several modes including: Problem-, Project- and Experiential-Based Learning. Students learn by undertaking a project using commercial methods and practices. The course provides basic techniques in the use of software tools for preparation of documentation needed for their project. Preparations for oral and written communications also form major components of the course.

Assessment plan:

In-class “Writing Skills” (3 x 5%=15%)
Individual Project Presentations (10%)
ePortfolio Professional Development Planning (25%)
Project Reporting (50%)

1621ICT Web Design & Development


This course builds an understanding of interactive technology applications, and production considerations. The course places an emphasis on the World Wide Web (including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP) and provides the tools, both practical and conceptual, with which to produce and evaluate Web-based multimedia works. Assessment plan: Workshop 1-4 (5% x 4 = 20%) Quiz 1 (5%) Quiz 2 (5%) Project: website planning document (10%) Project: Website implementation (20%) Final exam (40%)

This course builds an understanding of interactive technology applications, and production considerations. The course places an emphasis on the World Wide Web (including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP) and provides the tools, both practical and conceptual, with which to produce and evaluate Web-based multimedia works.

Assessment plan:

Workshop 1-4 (5% x 4 = 20%)
Quiz 1 (5%)
Quiz 2 (5%)
Project: website planning document (10%)
Project: Website implementation (20%)
Final exam (40%)

Second trimester

1802ICT Software Development


This course will provide you, as a future business analyst and Information Technology (IT) / Computer Science (CS) professional, with software development and acquisition competencies that will underpin your entire career. You will learn how to plan the development of an information system, analyse and discover requirements, and select optimal design solutions. You will manage the system development processes by adopting an Agile methodology, which is currently a popular project management approach used in industry for software development. Assessment plan: Weekly activities (20%) Quiz 1-3 (3 x 10% = 30%) Assignment (50%)

This course will provide you, as a future business analyst and Information Technology (IT) / Computer Science (CS) professional, with software development and acquisition competencies that will underpin your entire career. You will learn how to plan the development of an information system, analyse and discover requirements, and select optimal design solutions. You will manage the system development processes by adopting an Agile methodology, which is currently a popular project management approach used in industry for software development.

Assessment plan:

Weekly activities (20%)
Quiz 1-3 (3 x 10% = 30%)
Assignment (50%)

1007ICT Introduction to Computer Systems Networks


This course introduces the underlying structures and mechanisms of modern computer systems and networks. IT professionals, whether involved in software or hardware development, information systems development or management, need to have a fundamental understanding of the basic architecture and operation of a computer system. This course provides an overview of the hardware, software and network technologies that define modern computer systems. Knowledge developed in this course assists in the application of computing technologies to solve real world problems. Assessment plan: Lab 1-4 (2% x 4 = 8%) Lab 5-8 (3% x 4 = 12%) Mini Test 1-2 (5% x 2 = 10%) Project: fetch-decodeexecute cycle (20%) Final Exam: all topics (50%)

This course introduces the underlying structures and mechanisms of modern computer systems and networks. IT professionals, whether involved in software or hardware development, information systems development or management, need to have a fundamental understanding of the basic architecture and operation of a computer system. This course provides an overview of the hardware, software and network technologies that define modern computer systems. Knowledge developed in this course assists in the application of computing technologies to solve real world problems.

Assessment plan:

Lab 1-4 (2% x 4 = 8%)
Lab 5-8 (3% x 4 = 12%)
Mini Test 1-2 (5% x 2 = 10%)
Project: fetch-decodeexecute cycle (20%)
Final Exam: all topics (50%)

1805ICT Human Computer Interaction


This course is a first-year course which provides an introduction to the principles and practices of effective Human Computer Interaction. We will explore the origins of HCI and the theories and frameworks that form the fundamentals of the discipline. We will then look at the practical tools and techniques that you can use to develop technology that embodies best practice in HCI - a positive user experience, and a high level of usability within your technology. You will have the opportunity to apply HCI practices to a 'real world' problem and develop a design brief for a client. You will also learn how to apply these practices to different problem situations and various technology contexts, including emerging technologies. Assessment plan: Portfolio - evidence Design Portfolio Stages 1 and 2 (25% x 2 = 50%) Assignment - Written Assignment Design Work (30%) Assignment - practical/laboratory/clinical Design Challenge (20%)

This course is a first-year course which provides an introduction to the principles and practices of effective Human Computer Interaction. We will explore the origins of HCI and the theories and frameworks that form the fundamentals of the discipline. We will then look at the practical tools and techniques that you can use to develop technology that embodies best practice in HCI - a positive user experience, and a high level of usability within your technology. You will have the opportunity to apply HCI practices to a 'real world' problem and develop a design brief for a client. You will also learn how to apply these practices to different problem situations and various technology contexts, including emerging technologies.

Assessment plan:

Portfolio - evidence Design Portfolio Stages 1 and 2 (25% x 2 = 50%)
Assignment - Written Assignment Design Work (30%)
Assignment - practical/laboratory/clinical Design Challenge (20%)

1410ICT Introduction to Information Systems


This course introduces students to the concepts of information, information systems, and value generated from these systems. In this course, students will explore ways in which information systems are now critically important for managing business activities and relationships with customers and suppliers. Assessment plan: In-class/online Quiz (5%) Two assessed learning activities (10%) Assessed learning activity (5%) Practice-based assignment (40%) Exam – constructed response (40%)

This course introduces students to the concepts of information, information systems, and value generated from these systems. In this course, students will explore ways in which information systems are now critically important for managing business activities and relationships with customers and suppliers.

Assessment plan:

In-class/online Quiz (5%)
Two assessed learning activities (10%)
Assessed learning activity (5%)
Practice-based assignment (40%)
Exam – constructed response (40%)

Find out more: Current program structure

Pathways to a Griffith University Information Technology Degree

Domestic students


QTAC code	Degree code	Program	Campus	Credit granted*	Assumed Knowledge
084081	1538	Bachelor of Information Technology	Nathan / Gold Coast	80 CP	English and Mathematics A or B
084081	1539	Bachelor of Information Technology (Final admission: T3, 2020)	Gold Coast	80 CP	English and Mathematics A or B
Credit eligibility for other programs
084091	1596	Bachelor of Intelligent Digital Technologies	Nathan	70 CP	English
084092	1596	Bachelor of Intelligent Digital Technologies	Gold Coast	70 CP	English
084031	1541	Bachelor of Creative and Interactive Media	South Bank	50 CP	English
084041	1541	Bachelor of Creative and Interactive Media	Gold Coast / Nathan	50 CP	English
Progression: *80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study. Completion of degrees where students obtain less than 80 credit points of advanced standing in the degree, may take additional time. ^Students will progress to their bachelor degree upon completion of their Griffith College diploma with a GPA equivalent to Griffith University’s admission rank requirement for entry to the bachelor program. Contact Griffith College for GPA to rank equivalencies. Diploma students who do not meet the progression requirements for their pathway to Griffith University can apply for a place in their preferred degree via QTAC, and be considered along with other external applicants subject to QTAC admissions requirements and processes.

International students


Degree Code	Program	Campus	Credit granted*	Min. GPA Requirements^	English requirements	Assumed knowledge
1538	Bachelor of Information Technology	Nathan / Gold Coast	80 CP	N/A	IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0	English and Mathematics A or B
1539	Bachelor of Information Technology (Final admission: T3, 2020)	Gold Coast	80 CP	N/A	IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0	English and Mathematics A or B
Credit eligibility for other programs
1596	Bachelor of Intelligent Digital Technologies	Nathan / Gold Coast	60/70 CP**	4	IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0	English
1541	Bachelor of Creative and Interactive Media	Gold Coast / Nathan / South Bank	50 CP	4	IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0	English
1619	Bachelor of Laws (Honours)	Nathan / Gold Coast	40 CP	5	IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score < 6.0	English
Progression: ^International students must achieve the required minimum GPA to progress to their chosen Griffith College bachelor degree. 80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study. Completion of degrees where students obtain less than 80 credit points of advanced standing in the degree, may take additional time. *Lower amount of credit applied if students are required to undertake language enhancement course (unless they have an IELTS 7.0)