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Certificate IV Program in Information Technology (Networking)
TAFE SA Code: CP00262

Incorporating: Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40118)
2021 start

Description

This course will equip you with the skills to design, plan, administer and manage IT networks from home and small offices to enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This course provides a high-level IT technical base with the ability to specialise in Microsoft and Linux server operating systems, voice, wireless (Aruba), network infrastructure (Cisco CCNA, Cisco Security), virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper V) and sustainability.

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Up to 12 months 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

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In response to COVID-19, TAFE SA has had to make some changes to how courses are delivered. If any changes are made to the delivery or completion date of your course, TAFE SA will communicate with you directly.

Locations & Applications

Campus / Location
Code
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Scheduled
Adelaide City

701388

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time
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Elizabeth

721322

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time
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Mount Gambier

755313

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time
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Noarlunga

715344

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time
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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

External

External – course materials may be mailed out in print format or sent via email. Lecturer support may be provided by phone and email. Most courses will require access to a computer with an internet connection.

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Part Time

Part Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • No course admission requirements, however, students wishing to access subsidised training will be required to demonstrate satisfactory reading, writing and numeracy skills
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course
If you have a verified disability/medical condition and require additional support to demonstrate satisfactory reading, writing and numeracy skills please contact Student Services prior to applying to discuss your needs. To be eligible for support you must provide medical documentation to verify your disability/medical condition.

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 12 month course
Subsidised
$1,681 - $1,968
$3,362 - $3,936
Concession
$1,128 - $1,320
$2,255 - $2,640

This course is subsidised through the Government of South Australia's Subsidised Training initiative. Assessing your eligibility may include participation in a Language, Literacy and Numeracy pre-assessment. Concessions apply to Subsidised Training only.

Subsidised Training Eligibility
Full Fee
$3,178 - $3,720
$6,355 - $7,440

This course also has an incidentals cost of $195.00 for External SSD Hard Drive and headset.

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.

  • Important Information
    • Students at TAFE SA campuses other than Adelaide City Campus will be able to complete competencies in common between this qualification strategy and the Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40118) Programming strategy by attending classes at their local campus but will need to study online or attend the Adelaide City campus to complete this qualification.
    • Reading, writing and numeracy skills are assessed using the Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA). This assessment is used to determine whether you will be required to undertake additional support units alongside your qualification or undertake a pathway course before commencing your chosen qualification. If you receive an offer, more information will be provided at your enrolment session.
    • This course has more than one intake each Semester and you will commence at the next available intake.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Possible job roles include systems administrator, IT security, IT support technician.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Skills Covered

    Certificate IV Program in Information Technology (Networking)
    This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technologies and practices in different organisational contexts. The focus of the course is on networking. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 5 core units and 15 elective units.

    Qualification/Certification

    Successful completion of this course provides you with the following qualifications:

    Qualification TAFE SA Code National Code
    Certificate IV in Information Technology TP01120 ICT40118

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    88%*
    of TAFE SA graduates find jobs or continue studying.
    85%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.



    * 2019 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Address cyber security requirements 80
    Contribute to copyright ethics and privacy in an ICT environment 40
    Determine and confirm client business requirements 40
    Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices 60
    Implement WHS, environmental sustainability and anti-discrimination practices in an ICT workplace 50

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply introductory programming techniques 40
    Build a small wireless local area network 20
    Configure a desktop environment 40
    Configure and maintain databases 50
    Create and style simple markup language documents 40
    Create scripts for networking 60
    Deploy software to networked computers 40
    Install and manage a server 40
    Install and upgrade operating systems 50
    Install, configure and test network security 50
    Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network 60
    Manage network and data integrity 40
    Operate application software packages 60
    Participate in ICT services 20
    Support users and troubleshoot desktop applications 20

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