ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology

52 weeks

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This qualification 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 mark-up language documents.

The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:

https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/ICT40210

Core Units

BSBCRT404	Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
BSBXCS404	Contribute to cyber security risk management
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
ICTPRG302	Apply introductory programming techniques
ICTSAS432	Identify and resolve client ICT problems

Electives

ICTICT433	Build graphical user interfaces
ICTNWK422	Install and manage servers
ICTNWK425	Build small wireless local area networks
ICTWEB452	Create a markup language document
ICTWEB441	Produce basic client-side script
ICTICT429	Determine and confirm client business requirements
ICTSAS432	Develop work priorities
ICTSAD402	Develop and present ICT feasibility reports
ICTPMG411	Support small scale ICT projects
ICTPRG436	Develop mobile applications
BSBCRT501	Originate and develop concepts
ICTICT517	Match ICT need with the strategic direction of the RTO
BSBPMG513	Manage project quality

This course is targeted at international students who are:

Seeking to pursue a career in information technology.
Seeking to enter a new industry sector.
Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications.

Client Support Officer (ICT)

Computer Technician

Network Operations Technician

Software Support Technician

Technical Officer (ICT)

International students must:

Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.

*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Duration: 52 weeks, including 40 study weeks and 12 weeks of holidays.

20 Hours of training

Potential employment options are in a range of IT related roles.

Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into a range of advanced diploma qualifications such as the ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology.