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ICA40305 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) (Design)

Qualification: Certificate IV (AQF)
Training Package: ICA05 Information and Communication Technology
TAFE Course No: 19007
Nominal Hours: 925

This course provides basic skills in the design and construction of web pages and websites. You will learn about website development methodologies, website technical requirements, dynamic web page scripting, website accessibility and the use of web design tools. This course provides a natural progression into ICA50605 Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development).

Career Opportunities: Web developer, website coordinator.

Articulation: There are several vendor courses that may be integrated into this qualification. When you finish this course, you may be eligible for advanced standing in several IT Diploma courses, including ICA50605 Diploma of Information Technology (Website Development), ICA50305 Diploma of Information Technology (Systems Administration) and ICA50505 Diploma of Information Technology (Database Design and Development).

Entry Requirements: NSW School Certificate (or equivalent).

Modules/Units
Core:
BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
BSBCMN304A Contribute to personal skill development and learning
CUFMEM07A Apply principles of visual design and communication to the development of a multimedia product
CUSADM08A Address copyright requirements
ICAA4041A Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAA4142A Design a website to meet technical requirements
ICAA4233A Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAB4135A Create a simple mark-up language document to specification
ICAB4137A Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages
ICAB4171A Develop cascading style sheets
ICAB4225A Automate processes
ICAD2012A Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAD3218A Create user documentation
ICAD4043A Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD4198A Develop guidelines for up-loading information to a website
ICAD4217A Create technical documentation
ICAI4189A Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards
ICAS4201A Transfer content to a website using commercial packages
ICAT4183A Confirm accessibility of website for people with special needs
ICAT4221A Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAU1128A Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005A Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006A Operate computing packages
ICAU2013A Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231A Use computer operating system
ICAU4205A Select and employ software and hardware tools
ICAU4207A Apply web authoring tool to convert client data for websites
ICAW2001A Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002A Communicate in the workplace
ICAW4214A Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
Elective:
19007A Technical tutorial support
8999A Tutorial support
ICAB4169A Use development software & IT tools to build a basic website
ICAB4220A Create scripts for networking
ICAD4190A Maintain information standards
ICAI3020A Install and optimise operating system software
ICAI3101A Install and manage network protocols
ICAS3024A Provide basic system administration
ICAS3032A Provide network systems administration
ICAS3234A Care for computer hardware
ICAS4108A Complete database backup and recovery
ICAS4113A Identify and resolve common database performance problems
ICAS4124A Monitor and administer network security
ICAS4125A Monitor and administer a database
ICAS4191A Maintain website performance
ICAS4200A Monitor traffic and compile website traffic reports
ICAT3025A Run standard diagnostic tests
ICAT4184A Ensure site usability for full range of users
ICAT4185A Create a website testing procedure
ICAT4184A Ensure site usability for full range of users
ICAT4185A Create a website testing procedure
ICAT4186A Conduct operational acceptance tests of websites
ICAT4194A Ensure basic website security
ICAU1129A Operate a word processing application
ICAU1130A Operate a spreadsheet application
ICAU1131A Operate database application
ICAU1133A Send & retrieve information using web browsers & email
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Applying and enrolling:

Semester 2 2008:Places may still be available in some units. Contact the campus for details.

Campuses:

Coffs Harbour Education Campus - contact Julie Carr on (02) 6659 3600.
Kingscliff - contact Julie Board on (02) 6674 7251.
Macksville - contact the campus on (02) 6569 2000.
Port Macquarie - contact Steve Cutmore on (02) 6581 6220.
Wollongbar -contact Nicola Smith on (02) 6620 4781


Semester 1 2009: North Coast Institute Application form by 31 October 2008. Late applications will be accepted.

Campuses:

Coffs Harbour Education Campus - Full-time, approx 20 hours per week for 36 weeks, Mondays - Thursdays, 9.00 am - 3.30 pm
or
Distance/online study of 925 hours.
Also available for Trainees.
Call (02) 6659 3000 for an over-the-phone interview and assessment prior to enrolment.
Icon - PDF Document Information sheet, Coffs Harbour Education Campus, Semester 1 2009 (PDF 118KB)
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Information sheet - Online courses, Coffs Harbour Education Campus, Semester 1 2009 (PDF 101KB)

Kingscliff - Students need to have completed Certificate II in Information Technolgy to apply.
Full-time day, 18 hours per week for 36 weeks.
Icon - PDF Document Information sheet, Kingscliff Campus, Semester 1 2009 (PDF 173KB)

Macksville - Full-time day, 3.5 days per week for 36 weeks, Mondays - Wednesdays, 9.00 am - 3.30 pm and Thursdays, 9.00 am - 12.00 pm.
Ring Warwick Harman on (02) 6659 3000 to discuss options before applying for this course.
Icon - PDF Document Information sheet, Macksville Campus, Semester 1 2009 (PDF 436KB)

Port Macquarie - Full-time 3 days per week for 36 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9 am to 4 pm. Also available online.
For more information contact Steve Cutmore on (02) 6581 6200.

Wollongbar - 3 days per week for 36 weeks. You need to have completed ICA20105 Certificate II in Information Technology and have Year 10 Maths and English to apply for this course. You also need to complete the Basic Skills Evaluation form and lodge with your application. An enrolment session for successful applicants will be held Wednesday 28th January 2009, 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm, Room B1.09. For more information contact Christine Harvey on (02) 6620 4781 or email Christine.L.Harvey@tafensw.edu.au.
Icon - PDF Document Basic Skills Self Evaluation Form for IT courses at Ballina, Casino, Lismore and Wollongbar Campuses (PDF, 138KB)

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