Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia)
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia)
ICA40805
C866
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 08/07/2010 | Current | Approved |
Description
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in designing, developing and utilising basic multimedia briefs either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. The qualification has a small suite of core units with the opportunity for inclusion of 70 per cent of the qualification as electives selected from 7 'natural clusters' of units and beyond, thus providing exceptional flexibility for individuals and enterprises.
The Electives Clusters in the qualification are designed to provide a degree of guidance to individuals who may wish to develop deeper skills in particular fields within the multimedia industry, however the choice of electives is not confined to a single cluster. The 7 Electives Clusters are:
Design
Animation
Games Development
Website
Multimedia Development
Digital and Video
IT
Complementary, 'non-ICT' qualifications can be found in several other Training Packages including:
CUF07 Screen and Media
ICP05 Printing and Graphic Arts
CUV03 Visual Arts, Craft and Design
BSB07 Business Services
Job Roles
Depending on the cluster selected, a person could work in a number of areas in the broad ICT and multimedia industries.
Possible job titles include:
2D/3D Artist
3D Animator
3D Artist/Modeller
Animator
Audio/Video Engineer
Designer
Digital Media Specialist
Game Development Producer
Games Developer
Graphic/Media Designer
Interaction Media Developer
Media/Instructional Designer
Multimedia Author
Multimedia Authoring Specialist
Multimedia Designer
Multimedia Developer
Multimedia Developer/Engineer
Multimedia Development Technician
Multimedia Producer
Multimedia Programmer
Multimedia Specialist Producer
PC Games Programmer
PS2 Lead Programmer
Software Engineer Games
Software Support Engineer
Streaming Media Specialist
UnrealEd Level Designer
Virtual Reality Specialist
Web Designer
Xbox Programmer
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To attain the ICA40805 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia) 19 units must be achieved- 6 Core Units; plus
- 13 Elective Units
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CT74 | Digital Designer |
| CT75 | Web Developer |
1. Core Units
Achieve 6 Core Units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4064 | CUSADM08A | Address copyright requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1111 | CUFDIG401A | Author interactive media | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3539 | BSBCMN304A | Contribute to personal skill development and learning | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C4181 | CUFGEN01A | Develop and apply industry knowledge | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D0267 | ICAW4214B | Maintain ethical conduct | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C8229 | PSPPM402B | Manage simple projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Achieve 9 Elective Units from any of the ICA40805 Elective Clusters.
Note 1: The grouping of units into these clusters is for guidance only. It is not a requirement of this qualification that a complete cluster be completed.
Note 2: People intending to complete other Certificate IVs in IT or proceed to a Diploma of IT qualification are encouraged to complete the IT cluster of units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0083 | ICAB5223B | Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0053 | ICAB4219B | Apply introductory object-oriented language skills | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C4209 | CUFMEM09A | Apply principles of game design to a multimedia product | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0268 | ICAA4058B | Apply skills in object-oriented design | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D0057 | ICAB4225B | Automate processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0045 | ICAB4135B | Create a simple mark-up language document to specification | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0233 | ICAT4242B | Perform unit test for a class | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0047 | ICAB4137B | Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0043 | ICAB4075B | Use a library or pre-existing components | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective Units
Achieve 4 Elective Units chosen from the following sources (Listed in Recommended Order):
- any of the Electives Clusters;
and/or
- from elsewhere in the Information and Communications Technology Training Package ICA05 (up to 2 units can be selected at Certificate III level);
and/or
- preferred Training Packages (Film, TV, Radio and Multimedia CUF01; Printing and Graphic Arts ICP05; Retail WRR02; Visual Arts, Craft and Design CUV03) at Certificate IV or Diploma level;
and/or
- any other Training Package (up to a maximum 2 units) based on documented industry or enterprise needs (at Certificate IV or Diploma level).
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0226 | ICAT4183B | Confirm accessibility of website for people with special needs | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D0112 | ICAI4189B | Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C4212 | CUFMEM12A | Update web pages | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0049 | ICAB4169B | Use development software and IT tools to build a basic website | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C123 | ICA40499 | Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D564 | ICA40811 | Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science and Training.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching and Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education and Training on 23/06/2006.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
The following units contain the basic fundamentals of ICT knowledge and skills for all qualifications at Certificate III in IT and above. These units or demonstrated equivalence are required for entry into this qualification:
BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
