Information Technology Certificate IV ICT40120

Subject Choices

offered under the Certificate IV in Information Technology

Select 2 of 3 electives

• Implement Data and IP Protection Strategies

  Data protection and cyber-security are integral factors in today’s business success. This core Subject will deliver training in Intellectual Property, ethics privacy and how to safeguard compliance in a world where cyber-security risks are a constant threat to your organisation.

  • Unit(s):
  • BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management
  • ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
• ICT Problem Resolution Techniques

  Solving complex ICT problems is part of an IT technicians daily role. This subject addresses the need for critical thinking and team problem solving techniques required to identify and resolve ICT issues. It also covers the skills to provide ICT advice and support to users, including the communication of comprehensive technical information.

  • Unit(s):
  • BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
  • ICTICT443 Work collaboratively using ICT technologies
  • ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems
• Programming with Javascript

  Learn to create simple applications through introductory programming techniques with Javascript. This Subject covers applying language syntax, control structures to create code, using programming standards, testing and debugging.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques
• Evaluate Cloud and Emerging Technology

  The Cloud offers amazing opportunities, but only if you choose the right services for your organisation. This forward-thinking Subject will help you learn to review and evaluate the range of Cloud options, deployment models, implementation factors and their impact on your organisation. Finally, you will learn to prepare and deliver your findings to the key decision makers within your business.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
  • ICTCLD301 Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
• Professional Development in ICT (E)

  The ICT industry is always surging forward with new technology and new best practices. Ensuring your skills remain current and relevant is a requirement for everyone in this dynamic industry. This Subject will help you plan, conduct and achieve the skills you’ll need for a career in IT.

  • Unit(s):
  • BSBWOR404 Develop work priorities
  • ICTICT431 Use online tools for learning
• System Administration and Active Directory (E)

  Effectively maintaining and administering a network environment is a fundamental role in IT. This Subject look at areas such as setting up user accounts and permissions, managing Active Directory, installing and understanding network protocols and using networking tools to troubleshoot and uncover networking issues.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTSAS441 Support ICT system software
  • ICTNWK307 Provide network systems administration
• Networking - Network and Data Integrity (E)

  Protecting your data and networks from damage is crucial to your IT role. This Subject will take you through the steps required to audit your system’s vulnerabilities, determine environmental and cyber-security threats and develop back-ups and safeguards to restore operations.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTNWK423 Manage network and data integrity
• Networking - Install Hardware (E)

  There will always be a place for hardware skills in Information Technology. This subject delves into the range of hardware components that make networks function smoothly. To complete this Subject, students must have access to a workplace network for their studies.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTNWK429 Install hardware to networks
  • ICTTEN417 Install, configure and test a router
• Networking - Configure Network Security (E)

  Having a secure network will reduce the chances of external and internal intrusions and threats. To further protect a workplace network this subject exposes the learner to elements such as role-based user security, network auditing and monitoring, encrypting email, wireless security as well as network/system analysis for security breaches.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTCYS401 Design and implement network security infrastructure for an organisation
  • ICTNWK421 Install, configure and test network security
• Networking - Configure Internet Protocols (E)

  Configuring Network Protocols are key to your network operating successfully both locally and globally. This Subject delivers the higher skills required to identify and install protocol requirements, apply efficient network topologies and maintain your network’s interoperability across the net.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTTEN434 Install, configure and test internet protocol networks
• Networking - Virtualisation (E)

  Today’s computing world is moving more and more towards IT virtualisation. To bring students closer to virtualisation, this Subject will allow learners to actually install and configure a Server in true Virtual environment and test them using a range of diagnostic tools.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTNWK420 Install and configure virtual machines
  • ICTCLD401 Configure cloud services
• Networking - Install a Server (E)

  Servers are the backbone of network architecture and allow a range of networked devices to work together. This Subject will teach you how to install and manage a server, as well as to conduct initial configuration and testing, administration, software distribution and updates, profiling and troubleshooting.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTNWK422 Install and manage servers
• Networking - Install a Small Enterprise Network (E)

  There are a number of critical elements required in setting up a small enterprise network . Within this Subject you will learn how to setup and configure a small network for your organisation. You’ll be exposed to a wide range of tools to setup appropriate network security as well as troubleshoot any network connectivity issues.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTNWK424 Install and operate small enterprise branch networks
• Provide First Level Remote Support (E)

  IT problems are always best resolved at the lowest level possible. This Subject will teach you how to investigate the technical support needed and provide advice to the customer on their software, hardware or network problem. Additional focus is given to ensuring the effective resolution and documentation of problems with your client to provide a smooth return to operations.

  • Unit(s):
  • ICTSAS442 Provide first-level remote help desk support
  • BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers