This course will be delivered 13.5 hours face-to-face on campus and 6.5 hours online per week.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job-ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles and apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using problem-solving skills and effective communication with others.
For more information, please visit the following:
https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/ICT40120
- Individuals seeking to pursue higher education qualifications.
- Individuals seeking to pursue a career in Information Technology.
- Individuals holding other business qualifications or business experience seeking to gain additional IT Skills.
Career Outcome:
Network support, Network operations support, Network operations support, Network technician, Network support technician, Help desk support.
Future Pathways:
Students who complete this course may pursue a range of higher qualifications at diploma level, but not limited to, ICT50120-Diploma of Information Technology
Age Requirement:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the commencement of the course.
Academic Qualifications:
- Completion of Australian Year 11 or an equivalent qualification.
- For certain courses, completion of an AQF Certificate III or a relevant qualification may be required.
English Language Proficiency:
- An overall valid academic IELTS score of at least 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or an equivalent score from a recognized English language test.
- Alternatively, proficiency can be demonstrated by:
- Completion of an Advanced level English course from an approved ELICOS provider.
- Completion of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian Registered Training Organization (RTO) within the last two years.
- Successfully passing Western Sydney College’s English Placement Test.
Additional Requirements:
- International students must meet the Student Visa (Subclass 500) requirements.
- For packaged courses, students must successfully complete the lower-level qualification to progress to the higher-level qualification.
The ICT40120-Certificate IV in Information Technology requires the completion of Seven (7) core and thirteen (13) elective units. Electives for this qualification have been chosen by Western Sydney College to ensure that students achieve a broad range of skills and knowledge in Information Technology.
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Unit Code |
Unit Name |
|
CORE |
|
|
BSBCRT404 |
Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes |
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BSBXCS404 |
Contribute to cybersecurity risk management |
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ICTICT426 |
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices |
|
ICTICT451 |
Comply with IP, ethics, and privacy policies in ICT environments |
|
ICTPRG302 |
Apply introductory programming techniques |
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ICTSAS432 |
Identify and resolve client ICT problems |
|
ICTICT443 |
Work collaboratively in the ICT industry |
|
ELECTIVES |
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ICTICT429 |
Determine and confirm client business requirements |
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BSBWOR404 |
Develop work priorities |
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ICTNWK420 |
Install and configure virtual machines |
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ICTNWK421 |
Install, configure, and test network security |
|
ICTNWK422 |
Install and manage servers |
|
ICTNWK429 |
Install hardware to networks |
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ICTTEN434 |
Install, configure, and test internet protocol networks |
|
ICTICT435 |
Create technical documentation |
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ICTSAS441 |
Support ICT system software |
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ICTSAS442 |
Provide first-level remote help desk support |
|
ICTSAS436 |
Evaluate ICT system status |
|
ICTSAD509 |
Produce ICT feasibility reports |
|
ICTSAS529 |
Prioritise ICT change requests |
The total costs for this course include enrolment, tuition, materials, and resources. Below is the detailed breakdown:
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolment Fee | $250 | Non-refundable |
| Course Fees | $22,500 | Covers tuition for the entire course |
| Materials Fees | $1,150 | Additional course materials |
Payment Terms & Conditions
- Payment terms are outlined in the Student Handbook.
- A detailed payment plan will be provided in the Letter of Offer and Written Agreement before course acceptance.
- Additional fees and charges may apply as outlined in the agreement.
- Western Sydney College reserves the right to adjust tuition fees and other charges as needed.
All qualifications are delivered 13.5 hours face-to-face on campus and 6.5 hours online per week. Each qualification consists of different Units of Competencies (UOC) and our qualified trainers will explain UOC outlines at the beginning of the training of each UOC.
All our sessions are held in fully equipped classrooms and in the simulated work environment.
Each training session is facilitated with learner resources such as PowerPoint Presentation, student learner guide, formative activities, and where applicable, supported with simulated case studies, policies and procedures, software and necessary hardware, etc.
Students can bring their laptops that must have Microsoft Office or other necessary software installed. Laptops must be fully charged and students must bring a USB flash drive.
This course may have various timetables and students are required to contact our admissions team before course commencement.
All our Units of Competencies (UOC) are assessed through a combination of assessment types. These may include practical demonstrations, role plays, writing reports, group projects, presentations, and written questionnaires, etc.
All International students are required to meet satisfactory course progress to meet their student visa requirements. Please refer to International Student Handbook which is available on our website on the specific support that WSC offers to international students. Additional support is provided to those international students who are identified as a risk of not meeting the course progress requirements as per the intervention strategy.
Western Sydney College is committed to ensuring that students get all the support they need to complete their studies.
Western Sydney College will provide a wide range of learning support options and resources to assist students such as;
- One-on-one support from our trainers/assessors to assist with their studies.
- Additional classes, tutorial and workshops
- One-on-one support from the Administration relating to any student concerns such includes language, literacy, and numeracy issues.
- Referral to relevant external services.
If students need any support, please contact the support team.
E: support@wsc.nsw.edu.au
Students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook.
For international students, the granting of course credit may affect their course fees as well as the duration of the course.
The result of the application for credit and any changes to fees or course duration will be advised to students in writing.
If course credit is granted following the issuance of the Confirmation of Enrolment, students will receive a new Confirmation of Enrolment showing reduced course duration.
For further details please contact our admissions team.
Email: admissions@wsc.nsw.edu.au
