IT Courses

Our full- time and part-time undergraduate, degree, postgraduate masters and professional diploma courses in Information Technology cover most of the most popular information technology areas, including: Business Information Systems, Cloud-Computing, Internet- Marketing and a lot more others. Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is a bachelor's degree that's being taken for 4 years course of study. Information Technology is designed to teach students about various fundamental concepts of information security, web systems, computer networking and software engineering

• Computer Network Architect
• Software Developer
• Cloud Consultant
• Computer Support Specialist
• Machine Learning Engineer
• Database Administrator
• Information Security Analyst
• Computer Programmer

Regardless of the sector they work in, IT specialists usually provide similar services related to software, hardware, databases, Web resources, networks and enterprise systems. Duties of an information technology specialist can include network management, software development and database administration. IT technical support officers monitor and maintain the computer systems and networks of an organization. You could be installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and software faults and solve technical and applications problems, either over the phone or in person.

•  Software Developer
•  Database Administrator
•  System Engineer
•  System Analyst
•  Cybersecurity Analyst

Most of our IT professionals work regular business hours in a typical office setting, although remote work has become increasingly popular in recent years and many IT experts now choose to work for themselves on a freelance basis. An average day can include anything from analyzing data, writing programmers, and providing support to businesses large and small right through to creating, implementing, and monitoring ICT strategies.

Australia’s IT industry has gone from strength to strength in recent years and there are now more than 180,000 men and women working in IT related roles across the country, 94.8% of who work full time.
Jobs are available right across the country, particularly in major cities such as Melbourne and Sydney, and rates of pay vary widely depending on your role and experience. For example, ICT Support Technicians bring home around $62,400 P/A, Software and Applications Programmers typically earn an average of $93,650 P/A, while ICT Managers can easily rake in upwards of $110,000 P/A.

Certificate IV in Programming
In this course, you’ll develop skills in programming and object-oriented language skills at an introductory and intermediate level. You’ll also acquire knowledge in application and database development, along with the basics of copyright, ethics, and privacy in an ICT environment. Qualified students can then go on to find employment opportunities in a number of junior programming roles.
Diploma of Applied Information Technology
The learning structure enables you to complete your course as a full-time online student, or combine online part-time studies with work commitments.
This course has an applied focus and includes IT industry Vendor Certifications that are relevant and desirable to potential employers. Graduates with applied qualifications not only have the skills and knowledge from a university education, but the practical thinking to apply them in industry.
To be awarded the Diploma of Applied Information Technology you will initially be enrolled in the La Trobe Bachelor of Applied Information Technology. After successfully completing year 1 of your degree you will be awarded the La Trobe Diploma of Applied Information Technology, and if you choose, you can exit with this qualification.

Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
In this course, the Students will undertake training in the exciting areas of this era’s digital world, including the fields of interactive media production, the designing of digital applications (both on web and mobile), website construction, digital video, and much more. On top of technical skills and knowledge, individuals will also learn the fundamentals of working effectively within a digital media industry, verifying client needs, and the basics of privacy, ethics, and copyright within the industry.

Certificate IV in Web-Based Technologies
Unskilled Information Technology courses include detailed learning materials, assessments, online trainer support, and certification upon successful completion.
IT students also have access to Plural sight’s online training library, a comprehensive online video training library delivered by those in the industry. The content is accessible 24/7 so you can study and further your skills whenever it suits you.

Information Technology or more commonly known as I.T. is the most popular career and the fastest growing industry in the world. There are several success stories about people who chose this field for a career and are now on top of their game. But what is it about I.T. that makes it such a lucrative career choice for up and coming professionals.

The biggest advantage of choosing information technology for a career is that it has very low cost of education as compared to many other career choices. You don’t need a 4 year degree to become an I.T. professional. Instead, you can get quick training to be certified in specific areas of Information Technology. This way you save huge amounts of money that you may have otherwise spent on years of college tuition. The more knowledge and certifications you acquire the more you’ll advance in your career. It is a well-known fact that Information Technology professionals are paid well, compared to other professionals. An I.T. professional with the right mix of certifications and experience can find a permanent position in either the public or private sector. Recently, many companies have been extensively hiring experts in cloud computing, cyber security and network security to help enhance their current systems. Many I.T. jobs provide great career advancement opportunities for a dedicated and hardworking I.T. professional.