IT is constantly evolving with the advance of modern technology. Stay ahead of the game with a nationally recognised qualification!
Progress your career in the rapidly growing information communications technology (ICT) industry through a Certificate IV in Information Technology.
This qualification has been tailored to reflect the needs of the ICT networking support workforce. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be competent in a wide range of general information and ICT technical functions. Participants will be able to develop, rectify and manage computer networks as required by their organisation, as well as liaise with third-party ICT service providers.
Information technology has the opportunity for both generalist and specialist information technology workers. Completion of this qualification allows learners to choose their area. It also opens up a range of further study options, including specialist certificates and higher level qualifications.
Certificate IV in Information Technology is available for trainees only. It is not available online for the public.
Throughout this course, you will gain skills in:
- ICT legislation and policy requirements
- Diagnosing client business requirements
- Installing and managing servers
- Building and maintaining computer equipment and networking systems
- Managing networks and data integrity
- Building security into VPNs
- Virtualisation and virtual server administration
- You are a trainee in the workplace working as information technology staff in local information technology businesses
- You have experience in information technology industry
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
To enrol in this course, you are required to have:
- appropriate reading ability required for documents such as job specifications and descriptions, workplace policies, and for operational instructions for hardware and software
- good writing skills that enable you to complete procedure documentation, user and administrator guides
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| BSBCRT404 | Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes |
| BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management |
| ICTICT426 | Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices |
| ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry |
| ICTICT451 | Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments |
| ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques |
| ICTSAS432 | Identify and resolve client ICT problems |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| ICTNWK420 | Install and configure virtual machines |
| ICTNWK421 | Install, configure and test network security |
| ICTNWK422 | Install and manage servers |
| ICTNWK423 | Manage network and data integrity |
| ICTNWK424 | Install and operate small enterprise branch networks |
| ICTNWK429 | Install hardware to networks |
| ICTTEN434 | Install, configure and test internet protocol networks |
| ICTICT428 | Select cloud storage solutions |
| ICTCYS402 | Identify and confirm cyber security incidents |
| ICTCYS407 | Gather, analyse and interpret threat data |
| ICTICT424 | Address cyber security requirements |
| ICTCLD301 | Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services |
| ICTCLD401 | Configure cloud services |
This qualification prepares you for roles that include:
- database development: interpreting specifications, technical designs and flow charts, modifying software applications, constructing technical specifications from models and testing, and writing technical documents
- database maintenance: managing, cleaning, storing and verifying organisational data, and evaluating compliance with internal and external data ethics regulations and legislation
- gaming development: creating 2D and 3D modelling and animation software through scripts and storyboards
- networking: installing, configuring and testing networks and servers in organisations
- programming: building, testing and applying basic object-oriented language skills, user interfaces and software developments
- systems administration support: implementing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications
- web development: designing website layouts through textual and visual content transfer, search engine optimisation and simple markup language documents.
Job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook (opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA(opens in a new tab) .
Completion of this qualification opens up a range of further study options, including specialist certificates and higher level qualifications.
Traineeship
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|
Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
|
General |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
|
Concession |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
On Campus
|
|
Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
|
General |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
|
Concession |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
Online - distance
|
|
Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
|
General |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
|
Concession |
Tuition FREE |
$149.50 |
$149.50 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2023
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Delivery locations and study options
On Campus
| Duration | 18 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Derby Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Pundulmurra Campus |
Traineeship
| Duration | 18 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Derby Campus Fitzroy Crossing Campus Halls Creek Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus Wyndham Campus |
Online/ Distance
| Duration | 18 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Derby Campus Fitzroy Crossing Campus Halls Creek Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus |