This ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology 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.

The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:

• 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.

The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link: 

https://training.gov.au/training/details/ict40120

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Students are provided with assessment resources at the commencement of each unit of competency, along with learning resources.

The assessment resources set out the range and types of assessment tasks that will be used for the unit.

Each unit will comprise of number of assessment tasks which may include short written knowledge tests; discussions; compiling portfolio of evidence; projects; case studies; research; written reports; participating in practical activities such as demonstrations, roleplays and presentations.

To perform at your best, you will probably need to work on the assessments outside of class time.

Students who have completed relevant studies or have some of the competencies in the course may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Application for RPL can be made with the initial application or can be made within two weeks of the course commencement using the RPL Application Form and by providing supporting documents. Qualified trainers/assessors will manage the RPL process.

Please note that RPL cannot result in an international student having less than a full-time load of study (20 hours per week) but can reduce the overall duration of the course and fees. See our Student Handbook and the Student Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning policy and procedure, for more information.

If a Student has an Australian VET qualification and the units are equivalent to the units delivered, the Student will be granted a Direct Credit Transfer.

Qualified trainers/assessors will manage this process following our Student Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning policy and procedure. This sets out how the process is administered and the adjustment to course duration and course fees.

Education Pathway:

Students who complete this course may wish to further their study into the Diploma of Information Technology.

Career Pathway:

Possible job roles relevant to this qualification may include:

• General technical support
• IT customer support
• Information systems operator
• Junior System Support
• Web application developer.

After completion of this course and all assessments, you will be issued with the Nationally Recognised Qualification ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology.

A Statement of Attainment will be issued to students who partially complete this course.

All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve competency. This includes:

• Academic and personal support.
• Referral to external support services.

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 20 units of competency, consisting of 7 core units and 13 elective units.