Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
Central Queensland University
About
This course provides professional knowledge and skills in information technology (IT).
In the GDIT, you will gain a broad understanding of IT applications in industry as well as specific skills in programming, databases and project management.
You will choose one unit from one of the three majors in the MIT (software design and development, networks and information security, and mobile application development) and one general elective.
These skills will help you to manage future business challenges, enhancing your individual advancement and employment opportunities.
Structure
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete electives
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 7 | Total credit points: 42 |
You should note that you may be required to take some units Online, depending on your campus offerings.
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> PPMP20007 | Project Management Concepts | --> |
| --> COIT20249 | Professional Skills in Information Communication Technology | --> |
| --> COIT20248 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | --> |
| --> COIT20245 | Introduction to Programming | --> |
| --> COIT20246 | ICT Services Management | --> |
| --> COIT20247 | Database Design and Development | --> |
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| Students must complete 1 from the following units: | ||
| --> COIT20256 | Data Structures and Algorithms | --> |
| --> COIT20261 | Network Routing and Switching | --> |
| --> COIT20268 | Responsive Web Design | --> |
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete electives
Elective
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| Number of units: 1 | Total credit points: 6 |
You should note that you may be required to take some units Online, depending on your campus offerings.
Students undertaking the Graduate Diploma have the opportunity of completing a general elective from the following list, which may allow you to complete a minor as well as the defined study plan, should you go on to complete the Master of Information Systems. You should note that you may be required to take some units Online, depending on your campus offerings.
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| Students may choose to do any of the following: | ||
| --> COIT20250 | Emerging Technologies in E-Business | --> |
| --> COIT20256 | Data Structures and Algorithms | --> |
| --> COIT20261 | Network Routing and Switching | --> |
| --> COIT20268 | Responsive Web Design | --> |
| --> PPMP20008 | Initiating and Planning Projects | --> |
| --> COIT29223 | Blockchain Technologies for Sustainable Business Applications | --> |
| --> COIT20277 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | --> |
Entry requirements
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
To gain entry to this course, students must have:
- A bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian university or college, or equivalent, completed with a minimum cumulative GPA 4.0, or
- A completed CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Information Systems, or
- A completed CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Information Technology.
International students
International students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international/ for further information including English language requirements.
Security Requirements
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Health Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
Domestics and international students please see CQUni Handbook.
Fees and Charges
- Domestic Fees -->
- International Fees -->
Learning outcomes
Core Learning Outcomes
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- Articulate the latest developments in the information technology industry, its likely future directions and its likely impact on organisations and society in general
- 2.
- Distinguish between the roles of people and technology in managing knowledge and information in business
- 3.
- Analyse and model organisational goals and requirements, including the legal, ethical, social and cultural issues that affect the use, design, and implementation of information systems
- 4.
- Construct and evaluate robust and reliable systems by using standardised industrial hardware and software platforms and test tools
- 5.
- Work independently, as a leader, or a member of a team employing appropriate interpersonal, professional and technical communication skills
- 6.
- Manage and evaluate own performance and professional development.
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| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have advanced knowledge within a systematic and coherent body of knowledge that may include the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills in a new or existing discipline or professional area | --> | --> | ||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and identify and provide solutions to complex problems | --> | --> | ||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to think critically and to generate and evaluate complex ideas | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 4. SKILLS Have specialised technical and creative skills in a field of highly skilled and/or professional practice | --> | --> | ||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concept | --> | --> | ||||
| 6. SKILLS Have communication skills to transfer complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to make high level, independent judgements in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialised contexts | --> | --> | ||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within varied specialised technical and/or creative contexts | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for personal outputs and all aspects of the work or function of others within broad parameters | --> | --> | --> | --> |
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Institution
