Information Technology
2016 - 2017
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Information Technology Want to work in a booming industry? Statistics New Zealand estimates the IT industry is worth $23.3 billion. The demand for IT professionals in the Wellington region continues to grow. Our IT options are developed in partnership with industry to ensure you learn the skills that employers need. Your learning is practical and real. Hands-on computing. Cyber Security. Networking. Programming. Servicing. Software Engineering. Practical skills
Industry certifications
Career opportunities
If you’re looking to upskill or start your career in IT, WelTec offers an option that’s been created in partnership with industry. Develop your problem-solving skills. Work on projects – our Bachelor of IT students spend course time learning skills by building real software, apps and products. Learn from tutors who’ve worked in industry.
Studying at WelTec you will also have the option to complement your studies with industry certifications at our Pearson VUE Select, Kryterion HOST and Castleworldwide testing centres.
> Programmer
The right environment and tools You’ll learn through a combination of practical labs and lectures. WelTec has specialised facilities, equipment and resources. Computer labs with PCs optimised for virtualised student learning. Training servers with Linux, Cisco, Microsoft Cloud and Alcatel - Lucent. A hardware lab with repair, maintenance and test facilities.
Cadetships and internships We work with industry to arrange cadetships and internships, allowing you to work with IT firms and gain work experience.
> Web Developer > Database Administrator > Systems Technician > Systems Analyst > Software Architect > Website Administrator > Systems Administrator > Network Engineer
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Bachelor of Information Technology Level 7 Start: July 2016. March and July 2017 Length: 3 years, full-time Campus: Petone Join the booming IT industry. Develop your problem-solving skills. Learn hands-on so you’ll be ready for the workforce. You’ll work on an industry project in your final year. Our students learn by building real software, apps and products. Specialise in an area of your choice. Networking, Programming, Software engineering. Information assurance and security. Or choose to gain a broadrange of skills. You can also undertake a double major with just one more year of study. Further enhance your career prospects. Majors Information Assurance and Security Manage risks involved with organisational technology. Protect data and systems. Networking Networking specialists are needed to meet demand as businesses and people upgrade broadband and adopt wireless technologies. Programming Programmers create IT solutions using a range of codes or languages. Software Engineering Work in an area where information technology meets engineering. Put your ideas into action. No Major: Design your degree Customise your degree and choose the subjects that most interest you. Entry criteria NCEA Level 3 with at least 14 credits in each of 3 subjects. Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing. Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above. International students - minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5. Career opportunities > Software engineer
> Web systems development
> Tester
> Project management
> Business/IT analysis
> Database management
> Network engineer
> Security engineer
Information Assurance and Security
Programming
Security specialists are in high demand within government, commercial and banking sectors, who require skilled professionals to future proof information and network access. You’ll learn to analyse and discover the risks and potential vulnerabilities of business systems. Develop skills in network maintenance and repair, as well as in policy and strategy development
Programmers create IT solutions using a range of codes or languages. Further your talent for problem-solving. Develop logic and analytical skills. Work in New Zealand and around the world. Programme overview > Configure and maintain operating systems and applications
Programme overview > Learn the principles of contemporary engineering > Increase your knowledge of security and forensics > Gain an understanding of networking fundamentals and scripting langauges > Develop skills in programming and software development skills > Gain knowledge of object-oriented and agile development methods > Learn the techniques of prototyping and modelling
> Gain skills in switching and wireless networks > Develop your ability in prototyping techniques > Understand logic methods and problem analysis > Learn modelling techniques > Work with commercial software applications > Become proficient in a variety of programming languages
> Gain skills in developing and testing commercial software applications
Software Engineering
Networking
Software engineers are in high demand both here and abroad. Work with leading technologies. Including electronics labs, 3D scanner and digitiser and our automated robotic assembly production facility.
Demand for networking specialists is predicted to increase significantly as New Zealand invests more and more in high-speed networking infrastructure. Gain an advanced qualification, recognised and relevant to industry. You’ll develop skills in Cisco, Linux and Microsoft network support. Learn in specialised labs and facilities.
Programme overview > Learn the principles of contemporary engineering > Learn about software design, development and maintenance > Gain an understanding of a systems engineering approach
Programme overview
> Get skilled in electronics
> Implement and support computer networks and management systems
> Learn about programming
> Learn about networking fundamentals
> Gain insight into systems design and analysis
> Develop skills in networking
> Gain knowledge in switching and wireless networks > Learn advanced security applications > Gain knowledge of advanced switching and routing > Learn about open source systems
Design your degree Customise your degree and choose the subjects that most interest you. You’ll gain a broad range of skills. Choose courses from a range of areas. Networking. Programming. Information assurance and security. Software engineering.
weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
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Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Level 8
Level 8
Start: July 2016, March and July 2017 Length: 17 weeks, full-time (part-time options available) Campus: Petone
Start: July 2016, March and July 2017 Length: 1 year, full-time (part-time options available) Campus: Petone
Achieve internationally recognised skills and knowledge in IT. Boost your career with this applied research programme. Plan and conduct your own projects.
Gain an edge for your career. Develop advanced knowledge in specialist areas. Take on leadership roles within a team environment. Programme overview
Programme overview
> Undertake research in a specialist area
> Work on research projects
> Learn effective project management
> Investigate the impact of IT on society
> Choose from a number of electives, which include:
> Consider different perspectives on IT
> Cyber Ethics
Career opportunities
> Multimedia Application Development
> Security engineer
> Network Security and Forensics
> Network manager > Information systems analyst > Software developer
> Information Management > Cryptography > Information Assurance
> Database manager
> Network Fundamentals
Entry criteria
Career opportunities
Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or related subject, or relevant work or professional experience.
> Project manager
International students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent with no band lower than 6.
> Security engineer > Network manager > Information systems analyst > Software developer > Database manager > Systems integrator Entry criteria Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology or related subject, or relevant work or professional experience. International students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent with no band lower than 6.
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weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
Master of Information Technology Level 9 Start: July 2016, March and July 2017 Length: 1 year, full-time (part-time options available) Campus: Petone and/or Wellington Stand out in industry with our newly established Wellington ICT Graduate School qualification. Emerge as a future leader in the IT sector. Programme overview > Undertake research in a specialist area > Complete a thesis or applied research project > Choose from a number of electives, which include: > Cyber Ethics > Application Development for Mobile Devices > Network Security and Forensics > Information Management Entry criteria Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at Level 7 (or 8), or relevant work or professional experience. International students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent with no band lower than 6. Career opportunities Gain leadership and management roles in Information Technology areas such as network and solutions architecture, mobile development, IT security, database and business intelligence.
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New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials Level 4 Start: July 2016. March and July 2017 Length: 17 weeks, full-time Campus: Petone Introductory 17-week course. Learn basic PC maintenance such as how to install, configure and maintain a personal computer. Develop your understanding of the internet. You'll also gain foundation knowledge of automated office applications. Programme overview > Gain knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems > Understand the essentials of computer applications and networks > Learn business analysis and database management > Develop skills in web design > Work on software development > Plan and manage IT projects Entry criteria 40 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above. Literacy -10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing. Numeracy- 10 credits at Level 1 or above. Or relevant qualification. International students- minimum IELTS (academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent. Further study options Diploma in Computer Servicing (Level 5) Bachelor of Information Technology (Level 7) Career opportunities > Technical support > Helpdesk liaison
Diploma in Computer Servicing* Level 5 Start: July 2016 Length: 34 weeks, full-time Campus: Petone Get the skills to work on a help desk, in computer servicing and other technical roles. Learn about PC essentials by taking a computer completely apart and putting it back together. Work on hard drive recovery. Electronics. Scripting. Basic programming. Networking. Plus learn 'soft skills' such as customer service and communication. You'll also prepare for external certification exams to gain CompTIA qualifications such as: A+, Server+ or Network+, as well as the Help Desk Association and ITIL industry certifications. Programme overview > Learn how to manage and operate a help desk > Gain a basic knowledge of system architecture and security > Understand key networking components > Know how to install, configure and troubleshoot hardware > Recover data from hard drives Entry criteria 50 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, with at least 12 credits in each of 3 subjects. Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing. Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above. International students – minimum IELTS (academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent. Further study options Bachelor of Information Technology (Level 7) Career opportunities > Help desk analyst > Computer support technician > Desktop service support *This qualification will be updated in 2017. Check our website for more details.
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weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
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Certificate in Network Administration
Software Testing (Foundation)
Level 6
Level 6
Start: July 2016 Length: 34 weeks, part-time (evening) Campus: Petone
Start: July 2016. March and July 2017 Length: 17 weeks, part-time Campus: Petone
Develop your skills in administering networks. Get an industry-recognised qualification. You'll sit the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) examinations. It's a part-time course, two evenings per week.
Gain skills to enter the software-testing industry. You'll learn the theory of software testing and put it into practice. Sit internationally-recognised certification exams such as ISTQB (International Software Testing Board) or ISEB (Information Systems Examination Board).
Programme overview > Administer Microsoft Windows in a Network environment
Programme overview
> Administer Windows Servers in a networking environment – active directory, network and applications infrastructure
> Learn software testing, theory and application
Entry criteria
> Select appropriate test levels and test types for different situations
Diploma in IT (Level 5) or equivalent, or relevant experience.
> Evaluate and recommend testing tools and procedures
International students – minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5.
Entry criteria
Further study options
Bachelor of Information Technology (Level 7)
Career opportunities > Intermediate or senior helpdesk and computer support roles
> Discover fundamental issues of software testing and develop a test management plan and risk management strategy
Relevant experience or qualification at Level 5 or above. Career opportunities > Software developer > Software planning roles > Quality assurance work > Performance and integration testing > Debugging and software roles
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weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
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Graduate Diploma in Information Assurance and Security
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
Level 7
Level 7
Start: March and July 2017 Length: 34 weeks, full-time Campus: Petone
Start: March and July 2017 Length: 34 weeks, full-time Campus: Petone
Gain a comprehensive understanding of information security and maintenance. Learn how to integrate security policy, practices and technologies into operational structures. Explore the principles of survivability and information assurance.
You'll focus on a year-long project. Research and apply a range of techniques and technology to solve a workplace or industry problem. You'll also choose five electives (from a total of 16) to really specialise. Options include project management. Software development. Testing. Database systems. Networking. Programming. Information assurance. Security.
Programme overview > Understand information security and assurance within an enterprise system
Programme overview
> Recognise and assess cyber threats
> Develop and test software
> Learn how to carry out incident response and digital forensic activities
> Learn about systems engineering
> Learn the design requirements of secure systems
> Learn about human computer interaction
> Gain technical skills to conduct security tests against networks
> Understand information systems in management
Entry criteria
> Learn skills in software development (Java)
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or IT, or relevant experience.
Entry criteria
International students – minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or IT, or relevant experience.
> Gain a comprehensive understanding of Information Security
> Database design and implementation
Career opportunities
International students – minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5.
> Computer security consulting
Career opportunities
> Forensic investigation
> Business/IT analysis
> Security testing
> Project management > Database management > Information security > Consultancy
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weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
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Cadetships and internships Cadetships and internships provide you the opportunity to work while you study during term holidays or outside class time.
Summer of Tech Paid work experience for IT students over the summer break.
summeroftech.co.nz
ANZ Technology Internships ANZ Bank is the country’s largest lender. Their New Zealand technology team delivers solutions that are used by ANZ globally.
anz.co.nz
Fronde Cadetships Fronde is a technology industry leader with offices across Australia and New Zealand. This includes a growing development team here in Wellington.
fronde.co.nz
MSD IT Graduate Programme MSD is a government agency. Their purpose is to help New Zealanders to help themselves to be safe, strong and independent. Their technology supports all of New Zealand.
msd.govt.nz
Intergen Graduate Programme Intergen are leaders in the design and application of Microsoft-based solutions across New Zealand, Australia and North America.
intergen.co.nz
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weltec.ac.nz/IT Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
Intergen’s IT Young Achievers
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The graduates that WelTec produces with advanced applied ICT skills is exactly what we are looking for at Intergen
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WelTec students gain recognition from IT solutions company WelTec has partnered with IT employers so you can gain work experience whilst studying. Intergen is one of New Zealand’s largest and longest serving dedicated providers of Microsoft-based IT solutions. The company is one of WelTec’s many industry partners who are committed to helping students land real jobs. The Intergen 2016 Young Achievers Award winners are John Frederikson and Jonah Jackson, who are majoring in programming, and Roxanne Shirtcliffe, who is completing a double major in programming and software engineering.
Simon Bright, Intergen’s CEO, thinks new graduates re-vitalise the workforce with fresh ideas and new approaches to business. Intergen has a strong graduate recruitment programme, which introduces young people to the industry and helps transform great students into great employees. 22 graduates were employed by Intergen in their 2016 intake and the company plans to take on 25 more graduates in January 2017. “The graduates that WelTec produces with advanced applied ICT skills is exactly what we are looking for at Intergen” says Simon. The Young Achiever Award is one component of the partnership between Intergen and WelTec’s School of Business and IT to address the skills shortage in the IT industry. ICT is a key driver of Wellington’s economy. WelTec are playing their part by developing talented graduates that are highly sought after in industry.
Roxanne decided to follow in her Dad’s footsteps and pursue a career in IT. Whilst studying at WelTec, Roxanne progressed from a level 4 Certificate in Computing to the Bachelor’s degree.
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this programme guide describes the courses we intend to offer. The information is correct at the time of printing (June 2016). Please note that programmes and courses are subject to change.
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