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ICT40120: Certificate IV in Information Technology

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Sydney and Melbourne

National Code

ICT40120

CRICOS Code

105665H

Course Fees

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Start Dates & Intakes

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Study Options

Full time on campus only.

Duration

4 Terms

International Applicants

Yes

Course Overview

The Certificate IV in Information Technology reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles and apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using problem solving skills and effective communication with others.
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:

  • database development: interpreting specifications, technical designs and flow charts, modifying software applications, constructing technical specifications from models and testing, and writing technical documents
  • database maintenance: managing, cleaning, storing and verifying organisational data, and evaluating compliance with internal and external data ethics regulations and legislation
  • gaming development: creating 2D and 3D modelling and animation software through scripts and storyboards
  • networking: installing, configuring and testing networks and servers in organisations
  • programming: building, testing and applying basic object-oriented language skills, user interfaces and software developments
  • systems administration support: implementing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
  • web development: designing website layouts through textual and visual content transfer, search engine optimisation and simple markup language documents.

Employment pathways

Employment outcomes resulting from the completion of this courser may include the following roles:

  • Software development
  • Web development
  • Database development
  • Networking

Assessments

Case Studies

Scenarios – Problem Solving, Practical Activities, Oral Presentation, Multiple Choice Quiz, Written Portfolio, Projects, Reports, Practical Observations

Course Units - Core and Elective (all must be completed)
  • Core Units:
  • BSBXCS404 – Contribute to cyber security risk management
  • ICTPRG302 – Apply introductory programming techniques
  • ICTSAS432 – Identify and resolve client ICT problems
  • ICTICT426 – Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
  • ICTICT443 – Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
  • ICTICT451 – Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
  • BSBCRT404 – Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
  • Elective Units:
  • ICTWEB434 – Transfer content to websites
  • ICTWEB441 – Produce basic client-side script
  • ICTICT444 – Develop client user interface
  • ICTWEB450 – Evaluate and select a web hosting service
  • ICTICT429 – Determine and confirm client business requirements
  • ICTWEB433 – Confirm accessibility of websites
  • ICTDBS416 – Create basic relational databases
  • ICTWEB451 – Apply structured query language in relational databases
  • ICTWEB430 – Produce server-side script for dynamic web pages
  • ICTWEB432 – Design website layouts
  • ICTWEB431 – Create and Style simple markup language documents
  • ICTWEB452 – Create a markup language document
  • ICTWEB443 – Implement search engine optimisations

Course Specifics

International Study requirements

Full-time (20 hours per week) using blended mode (face-to-face and supervised study sessions) Note: Excludes Self Study for assessment tasks.

Academic requirement

Entry to this course requires:

  • Successful completion of Australian year 11 or equivalent; OR
  • Relevant work experience in a related field.

English requirement

Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds only.

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent (Learn more about English Requirements)

Exit pathways

  • ICT50220: Diploma of Information Technology
  • ICT60220: Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Business

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