Diploma Of Software Development

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Establish yourself as a software development professional

Build a career in the information and communications technology (ICT) field, specialising in software development.

When you complete this course, you’ll be able to design codes and applications, maintain software and implement computer solutions for individuals and companies.

This course is available as part of the Dual Award: Diploma of Software Development (ICT50715) / Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40115).

Course code: ICT50718
CRICOS: 099763E
Location: Dandenong, Berwick
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Length: Full Time, 6 months.
Start dates: Feb and Jul

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During the course, you’ll learn about software analysis, design, development and programming for commercial applications. Experienced facilitators will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theory and practice.

This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as software developer, applications developer, network support technician, database designer or website developer.

The course can be completed part time over 12 months or full time over six months.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
ICTPRG532	Apply advanced object-oriented language skills
ICTPRG523	Apply advanced programming skills in another language
ICTPRG527	Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills
ICTPRG418	Apply intermediate programming skills in another language
ICTPRG529	Apply testing techniques for software development
ICTICT403	Apply software development methodologies
ICTICT418	Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment
ICTPRG502	Manage a project using software management tools
ICTPRG503	Debug and monitor applications
ICTPRG504	Deploy an application to a production environment
BSBEBU511	Develop and implement an e-business strategy
ICTSAD501	Model data objects
ICTSAD502	Model data processes
ICTICT509	Gather data to identify business requirements
ICTPRG531	Prepare for application development using current methods
ICTPRG520	Validate an application design against specifications

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Diploma Of Software Development
Possible job outcome	database designer / developer website developer applications developer assistant website coordinator

Admission requirements

Certificate IV in Programming or Certificate IV in Information Technology (with programming focus) or relevant industry experience with interview, IELTS 5.5 with no band less than 5.0
Fees
Estimated total course fee = $7,525. Tuition fee (GST exempt)$7,200 plus $325 (material and student services fees).

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

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