ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology
ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology
Overview ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology 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….
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Overview
ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology 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 markup language documents.
The key clients for the for the ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology are local and international students who wish to formally obtain a higher Information Technology and Communication qualification and would like to develop their skills and knowledge in information technology to create and further educational and employment opportunities. This qualification provides skills and knowledge in information and communications technology (ICT) networking environments to support a wide range of industry occupations which include Computer Technician, Client Support Officer (ICT), Network Operations Technician, Software Support Technician, Technical Officer (ICT).
Education Pathways
Participants who exit this course at any time prior to completion will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units of competency they have successfully achieved.
After completing students may undertake a range of related higher level qualifications.
For instance, after achieving ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology, learners may undertake the following pathways:
ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
Career Pathways
After the successful completion of this qualification, there are several career pathways, which includes but not limited to:
- Computer Technician
- Client Support Officer (ICT)
- Network Operations Technician
- Software Support Technician
- Technical Officer (ICT)
REQUIREMENTS
Academic requirements
- Satisfactory completion of an equivalent Australian Year 11 or Certificate III or higher
Age
- Learners must be 18 years of age or older.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS General test score of 5.5 (or equivalent*) for direct entry into the course
- IELTS General score of 5.0 (or equivalent*) with evidence of enrolment in an ELICOS course of at least 10 weeks’ duration taken before the VET course
- IELTS General score of 4.5 (or equivalent*) with evidence of enrolment in an ELICOS course of at least 20 weeks’ duration taken before the VET course
- Completion of an ELICOS course exiting at the upper-intermediate level, or
- Successful completion of UIA’s language, literacy and numeracy assessment.
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