Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites)
ICA40305

Certificate IV in Information Techonology

The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in website design and/or administration either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. The qualification has a strong ICT base with the potential for inclusion of a range of broader design and multimedia units to suit particular needs.

Design Stream: This role involves designing and constructing web pages and creating the look and feel of the site. The design role's objective is to create, in consultation with the client, the flow or 'story' of the website and how information will be displayed. From a technical perspective, designers will make use of graphical knowledge, knowledge of specific technologies and various platforms, creative flair and ability to put down an image, layout and design skills, technical knowledge of hardware, software and specific web languages.
Administration Stream: Depending on the level of responsibility and the particular job role involved, an administration stream graduate would be expected to manage the various technical aspects of the website including technical performance analysis and reporting, development of protocols for transferring content, maintenance of standards and security, building basic sites and creating basic script and other technical elements for a website.

How Will You Benefit

The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) will focus upon a number of areas, depending on the electives chosen, and include:

  • Website Conceptualisation and Design
  • Cascading Style Sheets and Web Authoring
  • Dynamic Functionality and Scripting
  • Web Traffic and Network Testing Procedures
  • Basic Website Security
  • Communication skills and techniques
  • Client Communication and problem solving
  • Team Dynamics in an IT Environment
  • Interpretaion of technical manuals
  • Installation and System Methodology Development
  • Project management skills
  • Time management skills

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Career Prospects

Careers may vary and is dependant on the specialist stream chosen, however possible specialist job roles on completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) include Games Designer, Internet Webmaster, Multimedia Content Author, Multimedia Graphic Designer, Online Producer, Web Applications Developers, Web Developer/Technical Writer, Web Development Officer, Web Graphic Designer, Webmaster, Webmaster/Assistant, Website Coordinator, website or web administrator.

Course Materials Included

Pre-requisites

We suggest that you complete the ICA20105 Certificate III in Information Technology before undertaking this qualification, which will provide you with the fundamentals of ICT knowledge and skills required for qualifications at Certificate III in Information Technology and above. The 9 core competencies found within the Certificate I and II in Information Technology are a pre-requisite of the Certificate III in Information Technology. Alternatively, these 9 core competencies may be incorporated free of charge into the certificate of your choice.

There are also a number of units within the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) that have pre-requisites.

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Course Units to Complete

24 or 25 units - 12 core units plus 9 Design specialist core stream OR 8 Administration specialist core stream units, plus 4 elective units

** Indicates individual units that have pre-requisites.
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CORE UNITS - compulsory

Code

Description

BSBCMN304A

Contribute to personal skill development and learning

CUSADM08A

Address Copyright requirements

ICAA4041C

Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs

ICAB4135B

Create a simple mark-up language document to specification

ICAB4225B

Automate processes

ICAD4043B

Develop and present a feasibility report

ICAD4217B

Create technical documentation

ICAI4189B

Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards

ICAT4221B

Locate equipment, system and software faults

ICAU4205B

Select and employ software and hardware tools

ICAW4214B

Maintain ethical conduct

PSPPM402B

Manage simple projects
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Design

Code

Description

CUFMEM07A

Apply principles of visual design and communication to the development of a multimedia product

ICAA4142C

Design a website to meet technical requirements**

ICAA4233B

Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies methodologies

ICAB4137B

Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages

ICAB4171B

Develop cascading style sheets

ICAD4198B

Develop guidelines for uploading information to a website**

ICAS4201B

Transfer content to a website using commercial packages

ICAT4183B

Confirm accessibility of website for people with special needs

ICAU4207B

Apply web authoring tool to convert client data for websites
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Administration

Code

Description

ICAB4220B

Create scripts for networking**

ICAS4191B

Maintain website performance

ICAS4200B

Monitor traffic and compile website traffic reports

ICAS4201B

Transfer content to a website using commercial packages

ICAT4184B

Ensure site usability for full range of users

ICAT4185B

Create a website testing procedure

ICAT4186B

Conduct operational acceptance tests of websites**

ICAT4194B

Ensure basic website security**

Delivery Methods

  • Classroom - Classes are set with calendar and also rolling intake
  • Workplace or School - Trainer delivers on site with client
  • Distance Learning - All workbooks sent to client
  • Blended Learning - Periodic Workshops and Distance Learning
  • RPL - Recognised Prior Learning click here for more information

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Enrolment Form

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Contact Information

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