ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technologies and to to support clients in a business environment.

CRICOS Code

117384G

Intake

Jan-Apr

Duration

52 weeks

Total Fee

$12,450

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles. Individuals at this level use communication skills to support individuals and teams and may plan, design, apply, and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

Course Information

Course Duration: 52 weeks (1 year/4 terms) that includes 40 study weeks and 12 holiday weeks.
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face in the classroom.
Study Load: 20 hours of classes (supervised training and assessment activities on campus) and 10 hours of self-paced learning (homework) every week.
Location: Level 1, 269-273 Bigge Street, Liverpool, NSW 2170.

Entry Requirements

There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification.

St Martin College has the following entry requirements for international students applying for this Certificate IV / AQF Level 4 course:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have completed at least the equivalent of Year 12 education.
Must participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
Must participate in an LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills) assessment, if applicable, to demonstrate readiness and learning capacity to undertake the course.
Must have an overall IELTS score of 5.5 or higher, with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (test results must be no more than two (2) years old).
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Education in an English-speaking country for at least five (5) years; or
- Completion of at least six (6) months of an AQF Level 3 or higher course at an Australian RTO within the last two (2) years; or
- Successful completion of an ELICOS course at Upper Intermediate level or above; or
- Successful completion of an English Placement Test at St Martin College.

Notes

LLND requirements may be exempted in specific cases. This will be reviewed during the application assessment process, and applicants will be informed if applicable.
Other English language tests (e.g., PTE, TOEFL) are accepted. Students must provide results to confirm equivalence to a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or higher.

Course Completion Requirements

The ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology qualification is awarded upon successful completion of twenty (20) units of competency, including seven (7) core units and thirteen (13) elective units.

Core Units (7 Units)

unit code	unit title
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

Elective Units (13 Units)

unit code	unit title
ICTNWK420	Install and configure virtual machines
ICTNWK421	Install, configure and test network security
ICTNWK422	Install and manage servers
ICTNWK423	Manage network and data integrity
ICTNWK424	Install and operate small enterprise branch networks
ICTNWK429	Install hardware to networks
ICTTEN434	Install, configure and test internet protocol networks
ICTICT424	Address cyber security requirements
ICTICT435	Create technical documentation
ICTTEN410	Locate, diagnose and rectify faults
ICTTEN417	Install, configure and test a router
BSBXCS402	Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
ICTICT526	Verify client business requirements

Career Outcomes

This qualification prepares you for roles such as:

IT Support Officer
Network Support Technician
Help Desk Officer
Computer Technician

Pathways

This course is a direct pathway to the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology. Graduates can then progress to higher-level qualifications.

Course Highlights

AQF Level 4 qualification
Hands-on IT skills
Network and cyber security training
52 weeks duration
Face-to-face delivery
Pathway to the Diploma of IT

Course Fees Summary

Admission: $250 (non-refundable)
Tuition: $12,000 ($3,000 per term)
Materials: $200 ($50 per term)
Total: $12,450

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