Diploma
Our cutting-edge diploma programs the Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming) and the Diploma of Information Technology (Back End Web Development), pave the way for your journey into the world of software development. Gain the skills and expertise you need to excel in this dynamic field and embark on a rewarding career as a software developer.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants for the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming) program must have prior basic skills and knowledge in:
HTML
CSS
C#
JavaScript
Python
or attainment of
ICT40518 Certificate IV in Programming
ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)
ICT40118 Certificate IV in Information Technology - with programming electives.
Applicants intending to learn remotely will require access to a computer or laptop with the following minimum specifications: Quad-Core CPU, 16GB of RAM, 4GHz processor or faster, 250GB of storage
Access to an internet connection (ADSL or cable connection desirable)
PC Monitor 24" (dual monitor optional but preferred)
Headset/earphones with microphone (webcam optional but preferred)
Applicants will be able to access:
Windows 10 - free access through Holmesglen OnTheHub
LinkedIn Learning - free access through Holmesglen URL
Microsoft Office Suite - free access through Holmesglen MyHorizon
WebEx - free to download
Visual Studio Community - free to download
Visual Studio Code - free to download
7Zip or an equivalent compression utility - free to download
Google Chrome - recommended web browser, free to download
Thonny - free to download
Netbeans - free to download
SQL Server - free to download
SQL Server Management Studio - free to download
MySQL - free to download
MySQL workbench - free to download
Microsoft Visio - free to download
Adobe Dreamweaver - free access through Holmesglen MyHorizon or students may purchase
Git Bash - free to download
GitHub - free to download
Sourcetree - free to download
Onedrive or Google drive/Dropbox account for storage - free to use
Prior to enrolment all applicants are required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and attend a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
This course immerses you in current industry software programming tools including C#, ASP .NET framework, AWS cloud services, Python, JavaScript, MySQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
You will draw on knowledge and skills developed in a prior certificate IV qualification that focused on foundation programming skills and knowledge, or skills that have been developed over more than two years working as a programmer in the industry. This course culminates in an industry-based capstone project, where you will work as part of a team developing a software solution for an industry-based client. Working with the client the team will design, develop and implement a software solution against an approved specification that will support the client's business operations. During the capstone project, you will need to engage with your team to analyse, design, build, test and manage a small- to medium-sized software application.
You'll be learning on campus in high-quality facilities or remotely from your chosen location, and have the opportunity to be trained and mentored by experienced, enthusiastic teachers working with you to develop the best of your programming capabilities.
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.