Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Information Technology
Certificate IV in Information Technology
ICA40111
D557
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/11/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technologies and to support small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that require broader rather than more specialised ICT support.
Persons working at this level apply a wide range of knowledge and skills in basic networking, IT support, database development, programming and web development support; working safely and ethically in a sustainable work environment.
Job roles
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
computer technician
customer support
customer support professional
information systems operator
PC support
systems administrator
systems support
technical support
user support technician
network operations technician.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty (20)- five (5) core units plus
- fifteen (15) elective units
The elective units consist of:
- up to fifteen (15) from the specialist elective groups below, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one group:
- Group A Networking
- Group B Programming
- Group C IT support
- Group D Web design and development
- Group E Digital games
- Group F Digital media technologies
- Group G Project management
- up to 5 from elsewhere in ICA11 or any other Training Package or accredited course at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7879 | ICAICT418A | Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7863 | ICAICT401A | Determine and confirm client business requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D1022 | BSBSUS301A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE721 | BSBWHS304A | Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7844 | ICAICT202A | Work and communicate effectively in an IT environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Networking Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Programming Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C ICT Support Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D Web Design and Development Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E Digital Games Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
7. Group F Digital Media Technologies Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0646 | BSBCRT401A | Articulate, present and debate ideas | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1111 | CUFDIG401A | Author interactive media | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1064 | CUFANM301A | Create 2D digital animations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1065 | CUFANM302A | Create 3D digital animations | 75 | Unit of competency |
| D1068 | CUFANM402A | Create digital visual effects | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D1170 | CUFPPM404A | Create storyboards | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D7782 | ICADMT401A | Create visual design components for digital media | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1192 | CUFSOU204A | Perform basic sound editing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D7784 | ICADMT403A | Produce and edit digital images | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7783 | ICADMT402A | Produce interactive animation | 60 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G Project Management Specialist Units
A minimum of ten (10) units must be from the specialist elective groups, with a maximum of five (5) units from any one (1) group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7920 | ICAPMG401A | Support small scale IT projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C859 | ICA40105 | Certificate IV in Information Technology (General) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWB5 | ICT40115 | Certificate IV in Information Technology | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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