ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Qualification: Certificate IV (AQF)
Training Package: ICA05 Information and Communication Technology
TAFE Course No: 19009
Nominal Hours: 935
This course is for people who want to work with computer networks and provides the learner with competencies to install, administer, maintain and manage an information technology network according to user requirements. You will acquire skills in the use of a range of technologies that will enable you to be effective in Network Management either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. For enrolment in the later stages of this course it may be necessary to have completed certain components of a Cisco CCNA Certification.
Career Opportunities: Network administrator, network manager, network operations analyst, network operations engineer, network operations technician, network technician.
Articulation: This course provides a pathway to achievement of competencies required to receive the ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) as defined in the nationally endorsed Information and Communications Technology Training Package ICA05. 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 Information Technology Certificate IV and Diploma level courses. This course is a natural feed into the ICA50405 Diploma of Information Technology (Networking).
Entry Requirements: NSW School Certificate (or equivalent).
| Modules/Units | |
| Core: | |
| BSBCMN106A | Follow workplace safety procedures |
| BSBCMN304A | Contribute to personal skill development and learning |
| ICAA4041A | Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
| ICAB4220A | Create scripts for networking |
| ICAB4225A | Automate processes |
| ICAD2012A | Design organisational documents using computing packages |
| ICAD4043A | Develop and present a feasibility report |
| ICAD4217A | Create technical documentation |
| ICAI3020A | Install and optimise operating system software |
| ICAI3101A | Install and manage network protocols |
| ICAI4029A | Install network hardware to a network |
| ICAI4030A | Install software to networked computers |
| ICAI4097A | Install and configure a network |
| ICAI4099A | Build an intranet |
| ICAI4188A | Install and maintain a server |
| ICAS3032A | Provide network systems administration |
| ICAS3120A | Configure and administer a network operating system |
| ICAS4124A | Monitor and administer network security |
| ICAS4127A | Support system software |
| 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 |
| ICAW2001A | Work effectively in an IT environment |
| ICAW2002A | Communicate in the workplace |
| ICAW4214A | Maintain ethical conduct |
| PSPPM402B | Manage simple projects |
| Elective: | |
| 19009A | Technical tutorial support |
| 8999A | Tutorial support |
| ICAA4233A | Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies |
| ICAA5144A | Determine best-fit topology for a local network |
| ICAA5145A | Identify best-fit topology for a wide area network |
| ICAB4135A | Create a simple mark-up language document to specification |
| ICAB4136A | Use SQL to create database structures and manipulate data |
| ICAB4170A | Build a database |
| ICAD3218A | Create user documentation |
| ICAI5176A | Install and configure router |
| ICAS3024A | Provide basic system administration |
| ICAS3031A | Provide advice to clients |
| ICAS3034A | Determine and action network problem |
| ICAS3121A | Administer network peripherals |
| ICAS4106A | Action and complete change requests |
| ICAS4114A | Implement maintenance procedures |
| ICAS5102A | Establish and maintain client user liaison |
| ICAT3025A | Run standard diagnostic tests |
| ICAU1129A | Operate a word processing application |
| ICAU1130A | Operate a spreadsheet application |
| ICAU1131A | Operate database application |
| ICAU1129A | Operate a word processing application |
| ICAU1130A | Operate a spreadsheet application |
| ICAU1131A | Operate database application |
| ICAU1132A | Operate a presentation package |
| ICAU1133A | Send & retrieve information using web browsers & email |
| ICAU3004A | Apply occupational health and safety procedures |
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 Linda Alfred on (02) 6659 3600.
Taree -
contact Sue Wills on (02) 6591 3674.
Wollongbar - contact Nicola Smith on (02) 6620 4781.
Applying and Enrolling:
Semester 1 2009: North Coast Institute application form by 31 October 2008. Late applications may be accepted.
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - Full-time day, approx 20 hours per week for 36 weeks, Mondays to Thursdays, 9.00 am to 3.30 pm.
Also available for Trainees.
For more information contact the Campus on (02) 6659 3600.
Information sheet, Coffs Harbour Campus, Semester 1 2009 (PDF 94KB)
Taree - You need to have completed ICA30105 Certificate III in Information Technology to apply for this course.
Full-time, 2 days per week plus flexible study over 18 weeks.
Contact Chrishna Dixon on (02) 6591 3600 for more information.
Wollongbar - 3.5 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.
Basic Skills Self Evaluation Form for IT courses at Ballina, Casino, Lismore and Wollongbar Campuses (PDF, 138KB)
