Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Information Technology
Certificate IV in Information Technology
ICT40115
AWB5
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/01/2016 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | 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, ICT support, database development, programming and web development support; working safely and ethically in a sustainable work environment.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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 five (5) from elsewhere in ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUU49 | ICTICT418 | Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUU30 | ICTICT401 | Determine and confirm client business requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AWF71 | BSBSUS401 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH98 | BSBWHS304 | Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUX00 | ICTICT202 | Work and communicate effectively in an ICT environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Networking Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group A units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B - Programming Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group B units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C - ICT Support Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group C units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D - Web Design and Development Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group D units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E - Digital Games Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group E units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
7. Group F - Digital Media Technologies Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group F units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
8. Group G - Project Management Specialist Electives
Up to five (5) units can be selected from Group G units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D557 | ICA40111 | Certificate IV in Information Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEH4 | ICT40118 | Certificate IV in Information Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships