Certificate IV In Information Technology

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Open up a world of career opportunities in IT

Develop general information and communications technology (ICT) skills and prepare for a career in the field.

During the course, you’ll learn how to communicate with business clients; manage network and data integrity; manage simple projects; create technical documents; install hardware, internet protocol (IP) networks and servers; troubleshoot equipment; identify system and software faults; manage and administer operating systems; set up and secure a small office; and build a small wireless local area network (LAN).

When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology, you’ll have a broad range of skills in networking, IT support and web development.

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, to continue your learning journey, this program will be delivered remotely where possible.

Participants will be required to engage with learning material online and via video conferencing software rather than attend classes. Refer to our COVID-19 Online Service Standards for details of minimum technical requirements and support available. While it is expected that the course duration will remain unchanged, it may be necessary to extend the completion date if circumstances change. Chisholm will be monitoring the situation closely and inform of any changes if the duration of a course is extended.

If you have any queries on a course delivery please contact our student information centre on 1300 244 746 or enquiries@chisholm.edu.au.

Course code: ICT40118
On campus: Workplace
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 1 year. Part Time, 2 years.
Start dates: Ongoing throughout the year

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Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program which involves a combination of theory and practice. This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in PC support, website assistance or network support roles in small to medium business environments.

The course can be completed part time over two years or full time over one year.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
ICTPRG412	Configure and maintain databases
ICTICT418	Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment
ICTNWK412	Create network documentation
ICTICT424	Address cyber security requirements
ICTPRG418	Apply intermediate programming skills in another language
ICTPRG402	Apply query language
ICTDBS403	Create basic databases
ICTNWK408	Configure a desktop environment
ICTNWK409	Create scripts for networking
ICTWEB401	Design a website to meet technical requirements
ICTWEB430	Produce server-side script for dynamic web pages
ICTICT420	Develop client user interface
ICTWEB414	Design simple web page layouts
ICTWEB422	Ensure website access and useability
ICTWEB429	Create a markup language document to specification
ICTPRG404	Test applications
ICTICT401	Determine and confirm client business requirements
ICTICT426	Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
ICTNWK410	Install hardware to a network
ICTICT425	Implement WHS, environmental sustainability and anti-discrimination practices in an ICT workplace
ICTNWK404	Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV In Information Technology
Possible job outcome	help desk operator support web designer systems support network support technician

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

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Admission requirements

Trainees must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$276.00	$1382.00	$7425.00

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$45.00	$45.00	$45.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	$250
Payable	$446.00	$1677.00	$7720.00

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.

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