Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia)
ICA40805

Certificate IV in Information Techonology

The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia) provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in designing, developing and utilising basic multimedia briefs either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. The qualification has a small suite of core units with the opportunity for inclusion of 70 per cent of the qualification as electives. The electives offered are drawn from the Design, Website, Multimedia Development and Animation clusters.

How Will You Benefit

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

  • Conceptualisation
  • Technical & Creative Skills and Techniques
  • Using Appropriate Software and Harware
  • Communication skills and techniques relating to analysis, evaluation and presentation of information
  • Client Communication and problem solving
  • Team Dynamics in an IT Environment
  • Quality Assurance and Risk Management
  • 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 (Multimedia) include 2D/3D Artist, 3D Animator/Artist/Modeller, Animator, Audio/Video Engineer, Designer, Digital Media Specialist, Games Programmer/Developer/Development Producer, Graphic/Media Designer, Media/Instructional Designer, Multimedia Designer/Developer/Engineer/Author, Multimedia Development Technician/Programmer, Software / Support Engineer, Streaming Media Specialist, Web Designer or Xbox Programmer.

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.

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Course Units to Complete

19 units - 6 core units plus 13 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

CUFGEN01A

Develop and apply industry knowledge

CUFMEM02A

Author a multimedia product

CUSADM08A

Address Copyright requirements

ICAW4214A

Maintain ethical conduct

PSPPM402B

Manage simple projects
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Design

Code

Description

CUFDIG303A

Produce and prepare photo images

CUFDIG502A

Design web environments

CUFMEM07A

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

CUFMEM10A

Design and create a multimedia interface

ICPPP311B

Develop a detailed design concept
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Animation

Code

Description

CUFANM302A

Create 3D digital animation

CUFANM301A

Create 2D digital animation

CUFIMA05A

Create 3D digital models and images
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Games Development

Code

Description

CUFDIG504A

Design games

ICAA4058B

Apply skills in object-oriented design

ICAB4219B

Apply introductory object-oriented language skills

ICAB4224B

Apply mathematical techniques for software development

ICAB4225B

Automate processes

ICAT4242B

Perform unit test for a class

ICAB5223B

Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Website

Code

Description

ICAB4135B

Create a simple mark-up language document to specification

ICAB4137B

Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages

ICAB4169B

Use development software and IT tools to build a basic website

ICAI4189B

Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards

ICAT4183B

Confirm accessibility of website design for people with special needs

CUFDIG201A

Maintain interactive content
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Multimedia Development

Code

Description

CUFDIG501A

Coordinate the testing of interactive media products

CUFMEM10A

Design and create a multimedia interface

CUFDIG505A

Design information architecture

CUFWRT601A

Write scripts

ICPKN315B

Apply knowledge and requirements of the multimedia sector
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - Digital and Video

Code

Description

CUFCAM01A

Set up and operate a basic video camera

CUFCAM03A

Compose camera shots and operate a camera

CUFMEM13A

Incorporate, design and edit digital video

ICPMM321B

Capture a digital image

ICPMM346B

Incorporate video into multimedia presentations
   

ELECTIVE UNITS - IT

Code

Description

ICAA4041C

Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs

ICAB4225B

Automate processes

ICAD4043B

Develop and present a feasibility report

ICAD4217B

Create technical documentation

ICAT4221B

Locate equipment, system and software faults

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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Contact Information

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