ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology
Start your rewarding career in information technology.
Gain practical skills and real-world experience to make a difference.
Program Information
Program Level
Certificate IV
CRICOS Code
103059B
Duration
52 Weeks
Delivered Location
Sydney Campus Only
Tuition Fee
$ 1,20,000/Year
Language
English
CRICOS Code
103059B
Course Code
ICT40120Â
Application Dates
Summer: Aug – Jul
Autumn: Nov – Dec
Program Description
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 markup language documents.
Course Detail
Qualification Code & Name
ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology
Qualification Duration
52 Weeks (4 Terms of 10 Weeks)
| Term | Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | ICTICT429 | Determine and confirm client business requirements | Elective |
| ICTNWK422 | Install and manage servers | Elective | |
| ICTNWK546 | Manage network security | Elective | |
| ICTWEB452 | Create a markup language document | Elective | |
| ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | Core | |
| Term Break (3 Weeks) | |||
| Term 2 | ICTPRG436 | Develop mobile applications | Elective |
| BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities | Elective | |
| ICTWEB441 | Produce basic client-side script | Elective | |
| BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Elective | |
| ICTSAD402 | Develop and present ICT feasibility reports | Elective | |
| Term Break (3 Weeks) | |||
| Term 3 | ICTNWK425 | Build small wireless local area networks | Elective |
| ICTNWK560 | Determine best-fit topologies for wide area networks | Elective | |
| ICTNPL413 | Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry | Elective | |
| BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management | Core | |
| ICTICT426 | Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices | Core | |
| Term Break (3 Weeks) | |||
| Term 4 | ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques | Core |
| BSBCRT411 | Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes | Core | |
| ICTSAS432 | Identify and resolve client ICT problems | Core | |
| ICTICT433 | Build graphical user interfaces | Elective | |
| ICTICT451 | Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | Core | |
| Term Break (3 Weeks) | |||
Further Study & Career Pathways
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 ICT60120 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology.
Completing the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology can lead to various job opportunities in the IT field. Some potential career paths include:
- IT Support Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Web Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Database Administrator
Course Credit
A Course credit is the recognition of prior learning, study, or work experience that allows students to receive credit towards a qualification. It can reduce the course duration and cost required to complete a course by exempting students from certain units if they have already met the learning outcomes. This process is outlined on the Sydney Metro College website under the download section in the Student Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
Entry Requirements
Sydney Metro College has the following entry requirements:
- Students must be over 18 years of age.
- Students must have completed an overseas equivalent of Year 12 or higher qualification.
Students must have either an IELTS (Academic) score of minimum 6.0 (or an equivalent test result, such as PTE or TOEFL, taken within the last two years).
Delivery Mode
This program is delivered in the classroom and through online structured self-study on e-learning portal.