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Certificate IV in Information Technology [Networking]

  • Certificate

Step into a dynamic career in information technology networking with this qualification. This specialised area will equip you for a broad range of information technology roles in networking, customer support and cloud related fields.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Course Code
ICT40120, 106320C
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$12,804 per year / $13,264 total
International Fees
$12,804 per year / $13,264 total

About this course

Step into a dynamic career in information technology networking with this qualification. This specialised area will equip you for a broad range of information technology roles in networking, customer support and cloud related fields.

Gain the practical skills and knowledge to install and configure small to medium size modern networks, including exposure to virtual machines, wireless technologies, cloud storage, infrastructure devices, deployment resources to desktops and user support. In addition, learn how to manage data integrity and test network security.

During your studies, you will apply troubleshooting networking protocols and technologies, build effective communication, documentation and general business skills

On completion of this course, you can continue your study with the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking).

Entry requirements

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Equivalent to Australian Year 12.

  • OR Completion of ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (BFF7) OR ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (Network Administration) (AC11) is required for entry into this course.

Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Study locations

East Perth

Murdoch

Perth

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Network Administrator
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Support
Career opportunities
  • Network Administrator
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Support
  • Network Administrator
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Support
  • Course structure

    To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 20 units. These 20 are comprised of 7 core units and 13 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

    Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

    Core units
      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 units
      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
    • ICTNWK426 Install and configure client-server applications and services
    • ICTNWK427 Configure desktop environments
    • ICTNWK428 Create scripts for networking
    • ICTNWK429 Install hardware to networks
    • ICTNWK434 Identify and implement industry standard virtualisation technologies
    • ICTNWK435 Create secure virtual private networks
    • ICTPRG434 Automate processes
    • ICTTEN434 Install, configure and test internet protocol networks