Certificate III in Information Technology (Applications) (ICA30105) - Online
Qualification: Certificate III(AQF)
Training Package: ICA05 Information and Communication Technology
TAFE NSW Course No: 19002
Duration: The course requires approximately 600 hours of study. Studying online you will need to spend a minimum of 40 hours per week to complete the course successfully in one semester or 20 hours per week over two semesters.
This course provides basic skills in the advanced use of software applications. A person with these skills could provide basic software support to a unit or branch within an organisation. You will learn about installing, maintaining software applications.
You will also develop skills in integrating documents from software applications.
This course provides a natural progression into the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Support) (ICA40205).
Career Opportunities: Clerical or software support role.
Articulation: This course provides a pathway to achievement of competencies required to receive the Certificate III in Information Technology (ICA30105) as defined in the nationally endorsed Information and Communications Technology Training Package ICA05. When you finish this course, you may be eligible for advanced standing in several IT Certificates IV and Diploma level courses including the areas of Support and Websites. When you finish this course you will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Information Technology (ICA30105) specialising in Applications.
Entry Requirements: NSW School Certificate (or equivalent). To complete this course it is recommended that you have basic computing and internet skills, be able to send and receive email, be able to organise yourself and manage your time. Keyboarding skills are desirable.
To work through this course online, you will also need:
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Pentium IV 2GHz or faster
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Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above
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Windows 2000 or above or MAC OS 8.0 or above
Course Support: This course is fully online - there is access to a team of teachers, 5 days per week. Workshops are available on request. Full telephone and email support, chat sessions, instant messaging and discussion forums support student learning.
To achieve this qualification you need to complete 19 core units and 4 elective units.
| Modules/Units | |
| Prerequisite Core Units: | |
| ICAU1128A | Operate a personal computer |
| ICAU2005A | Operate computer hardware |
| BSBCMN106A | Follow workplace safety procedures |
| ICAD2012A | Design organisational documents using computing packages |
| ICAU2006A | Operate computing packages |
| ICAU2013A | Integrate commercial computing packages |
| ICAU2231A | Use computer operating system |
| ICAW2001A | Work effectively in an IT environment |
| ICAW2002A | Communicate in the workplace |
| Common Core Units (for all streams): These units should be done before any specialist core units, as some are prerequisites for the specialist units. | |
| ICAT3025A | Run standard diagnostic tests |
| ICAS3234A | Care for computer hardware |
| ICAD3218A | Create user documentation |
| ICAI3020A | Install and optimise operating system software |
| ICAS3031A | Provide advice to clients |
| ICAU3004A | Apply occupational health and safety procedures |
| Specialist Core Units: | |
| ICAI3110A | Implement system software changes |
| ICAU3019A | Migrate to new technology |
| ICAU3126A | Use advanced features of computer applications |
| ICAU3028A | Customise packaged software applications for clients |
| Elective Units: note: other electives may be available to suit your situation or progression to Certificate IV. Please check with your teacher. | |
| ICAB4225A | Automate processes |
| ICAI3021A | Connect internal hardware components |
| ICAD4217A | Create technical documentation |
| ICAI4029A | Install network hardware to a network |
| ICAS3024A | Provide basic system administration |
| BSBCMN304A | Contribute to personal skill development and learning |
| ICAA4041A | Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
| ICAI4030A | Install software to networked computers |
| ICAS3115A | Maintain equipment and software in working order |
| ICAS4134A | Provide first level remote helpdesk support |
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Applying and Enrolling:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - Online delivery. For more information contact Linda Alfred on (02) 6659 3600 or Anne Hellou on (02) 66593665 or email nci.courseinfo@tafensw.edu.au.
Wauchope - Online delivery over 12 months. For more information contact Julie Johnson on (02) 6586 9510.
