Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 6:00 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Information Technology
Certificate III in Information Technology
ICT30120
BFF7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 03/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 02/10/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 21/07/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a range of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) roles, including animation, basic cloud computing, basic cyber awareness, digital media skills, generalist IT support services, networking, programming, systems and web development.
Individuals who work in these fields apply broad sets of skills, including foundational knowledge in critical thinking and customer service skills, to support a range of technologies, processes, procedures, policies, people and clients in a variety of work contexts.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)- six (6) core units plus
- six (6) elective units, of which:
- at least four (4) units must be selected from the elective units listed below
- up to two (2) units may be selected from the remaining listed elective units or from this or any other currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 2, 3 or4.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment, not uplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AC11 | Network Administration |
| AC12 | Cyber Security |
| AC15 | Web Development |
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBT27 | ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL43 | BSBCRT301 | Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBU30 | ICTICT313 | Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUX02 | ICTSAS305 | Provide ICT advice to clients | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBO70 | BSBXCS303 | Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ30 | BSBXTW301 | Work in a team | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Animation
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODT35 | ICTGAM305 | Apply simple textures and shading to three-dimensional (3D) models for digital games | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWK04 | CUAANM301 | Create 2D digital animations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWK03 | CUAANM302 | Create 3D digital animations | 75 | Unit of competency |
| ODT36 | ICTGAM304 | Develop three-dimensional (3D) models for digital games | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBU83 | ICTDMT405 | Produce interactive animations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODT33 | ICTGAM306 | Review and apply traditional animation principles | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Basic Cloud Computing
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBV25 | ICTCLD401 | Configure cloud services | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBV28 | ICTCLD301 | Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services | 35 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Basic Cyber Security Awareness
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBO69 | BSBXCS405 | Contribute to cyber security incident responses | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBO73 | BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBO71 | BSBXCS403 | Contribute to cyber security threat assessments | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBO76 | BSBXCS302 | Identify and report online security threats | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBO72 | BSBXCS401 | Maintain security of digital devices | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBS54 | ICTSAS440 | Monitor and administer security of ICT systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBO74 | BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBS68 | ICTSAS215 | Protect and secure information assets | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OBS73 | ICTSAS214 | Protect devices from spam and destructive software | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OBO77 | BSBXCS301 | Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats | 25 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Digital Media
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODE65 | CUADIG312 | Author interactive sequences | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ35 | CUADIG304 | Create visual design components | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODD56 | CUADIG211 | Maintain interactive content | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODF60 | CUASOU212 | Perform basic sound editing | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODH67 | CUAPOS211 | Perform basic vision and sound editing | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODE66 | CUADIG311 | Prepare video assets | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWF52 | CUADIG303 | Produce and prepare photo images | 60 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Generalist IT Support
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODT23 | ICTICT314 | Connect internal hardware components | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBU33 | ICTICT310 | Identify and use industry specific technologies | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBU38 | ICTICT221 | Identify and use specific industry standard technologies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBU36 | ICTICT219 | Interact and resolve queries with ICT clients | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBS65 | ICTSAS309 | Maintain and repair ICT equipment and software | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODT04 | ICTSAS311 | Maintain computer hardware | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBS70 | ICTSAS212 | Record the requirements of client support requests | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OBU34 | ICTICT222 | Research and share ICT solutions for Indigenous users | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAP94 | ICTSAS308 | Run standard diagnostic tests | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OCE05 | BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | 55 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F IT Work Ready Skills
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBT36 | ICTPMG301 | Contribute as part of an IT project management team | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBU32 | ICTICT309 | Create ICT user documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBU29 | ICTICT311 | Customise packaged software applications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBU35 | ICTICT216 | Design and create basic organisational documents | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWC80 | ICTWHS204 | Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODT44 | ICTICT316 | Implement new technology | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBP73 | ICPDMT3460 | Incorporate video into multimedia presentations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBU37 | ICTICT215 | Operate digital media technology packages | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBU31 | ICTICT312 | Use advanced features of applications | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODS98 | ICTICT318 | Validate test cases and develop proof of concepts | 25 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G Networking
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBT79 | ICTNWK310 | Administer network peripherals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBT80 | ICTNWK309 | Configure and administer network operating systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBT81 | ICTNWK308 | Determine and action network problems | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBT78 | ICTNWK311 | Install and test network protocols | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBT82 | ICTNWK307 | Provide network systems administration | 20 | Unit of competency |
9. Group H Programming
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAQ05 | ICTPRG430 | Apply introductory object-oriented language skills | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBU20 | ICTICT438 | Select, configure and deploy software and hardware testing tools | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBT21 | ICTPRG435 | Write scripts for software applications | 40 | Unit of competency |
10. Group I Systems
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBS66 | ICTSAS217 | Connect a home based local wireless network | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBS71 | ICTSAS211 | Develop solutions for basic ICT malfunctions and problems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODT34 | ICTICT315 | Implement system software changes | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OBS64 | ICTSAS310 | Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBS67 | ICTSAS216 | Maintain ICT equipment and replace consumables | 15 | Unit of competency |
| ODT40 | ICTICT317 | Maintain standard operating environments | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBS69 | ICTSAS213 | Maintain the integrity of ICT systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBU39 | ICTICT214 | Operate application software packages | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODT03 | ICTSAS312 | Provide basic system administration | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBS72 | ICTSAS210 | Update and maintain hardware, software and documentation inventories | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OBU40 | ICTICT213 | Use computer operating systems and hardware | 60 | Unit of competency |
11. Group J Web Development
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Groups A to J.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBS39 | ICTWEB304 | Build simple web pages | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAP93 | ICTWEB431 | Create and style simple markup language documents | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBS37 | ICTWEB306 | Develop web presence using social media | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBS38 | ICTWEB305 | Produce digital images for the web | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEH2 | ICT30118 | Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology | Qualification |
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