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VTP456 Introduction to Cyber Security

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Key details

Duration

year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 10 weeks part-time. The length of time to complete this program will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Casuarina, Online
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP456

Overview



This course has been created to give students the foundation knowledge in networking and Python programming that will allow them the best opportunity to successfully participate and complete the 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security Accredited course.

This course is being offered as part of an initiative between Charles Darwin University, the NT and Australian Governments to fund new training opportunities with a focus on people from diverse and non-IT backgrounds.

Career opportunities

Successful completion of the course will create a pathway and transition to 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security Accredited Course.

Achievement of this course may provide credit towards qualifications in the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:

  • Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
  • Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
  • Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).

RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.

Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.

Credit Transfer

Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.

Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.

In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.

Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  Fee Free TAFE*  Free
  Full Fee  $1,350.00

*This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free TAFE and vocational education and training is a joint initiative of the Northern Territory Government and Australian Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retain or upskill.

Fee free places are available for eligible domestic students who are NT residents, limited places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

International VET Package

Course information flyer(s)

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Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed. 

  • Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
  • Access to first-class facilities
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Why study at CDU?

Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses
CDU Aquaculture students

Why study at CDU?

Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed. 

  • Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
VET-palmerston-cookery-flipped

Why study at CDU?

Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP456 Introduction to Cyber Security a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below. Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion. The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 90.

Course structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP456 Introduction to Cyber Security a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.



Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.



The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 90.

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
ICTPRG302Apply introductory programming techniques40
ICTSAS310Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network50
 Total nominal hours for the training program90

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Students will need to demonstrate an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake this program. Students may be required to complete an online LLN assessment to determine:

  • whether the student is in the correct qualification level to be successful,
  • what support a student may require

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I was very happy to undertake my course at CDU because I felt I would be well supported and have the best chances of a successful completion. The lecturers were easy to get along with; they always went above and beyond to help.

Shailee

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The other programs I explored were not as multidisciplinary. Furthermore, joining CDU meant joining a connected community; a home away from home.

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Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed

Location and study mode

Delivery is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Casuarina, Online



Study Mode: Face to face, Online

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
COMPUTING
Occupation types
ICT Customer Support Officer
Area of study
Information Technology, IT and Network Engineering

Contact details

Commerce and Information Technology
Location: Waterfront Darwin & Alice Springs Campus
Phone: 08 8946 7517 (WFD) 08 8959 5312 (ASP) Student Central 1800 061 963
Email: vet.business@cdu.edu.au

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You make CDU

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You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply for domestic students

CDU TAFE has several pathways for you to apply.

 

Visit How to apply for CDU TAFE courses for more information.

 

Admission requirements for domestic students

Before applying, you may want to check if you meet the admission requirements for studying with CDU.

 

CDU has many pathways to study, so don't worry if you don't meet the admission requirements right now. There is a study pathway to get you started on your journey.

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How to apply for international students

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

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